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I am Kelsey, a hairstylist rooted in the realm of Andersonville, Chicago. My expertise lies in the art of curls and the alchemy of fashion color witchery, may your tresses be transformed into masterpieces.

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Welcome to Hex Appeal! I’m a curly hair expert passionate about bringing your unique style to life. Specializing in hand-painted colors, I create everything from natural hues to bold, fashion-forward looks. As a proud weirdo, I love exploring the full spectrum of hair artistry—whether it's crafting vibrant anime-inspired styles or achieving sleek, clean lines. My goal is to celebrate your individuality. Let’s unleash your creativity and transform your hair into a masterpiece!

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Madisen D.

“I can't talk highly enough about Kelsey. I have been coming to see her since I moved to the city and I would never have it any other way! Whether we're rocking a wacky cut in the off season, or keeping it professional, her versatility, talent, and flexibility keeps me coming back. Even if I don't know what my hair needs, I trust Kelsey to have a creative answer to all of my hair questions. Love love love!”
Katie P.

“I have been going to Kelsey for years and I am so excited to follow her to Hex! She does amazing color work - I get pastel colors all over the rainbow and alternate with white lavender blonde every month and it always looks fabulous. And those colors are hard to get! She's incredible at styling also and always gives me a cut that looks cool as hell without being hard to maintain. She's also super laid and gives good suggestions if you want them. I never go anywhere else.”
Madelyn N.

“Kelsey is the BEST!! I started going to her studio when I first moved to Chicago a few years ago and I am always so so happy with the service. Her studio is super comfortable and she is extremely talented!!”
Morgan N.

“Kelsey is the first hairstylist to give me EXACTLY what I wanted! she's super welcoming and down to earth, perfect for anyone with salon anxiety. We had a lot of fun, and she gave me the perfect mullet! I had been cutting my own hair terribly for years and didn't give her much to work with, but her talent is very clear, because she made it look effortless without taking off any length. After two months the mullet is growing out beautifully, and takes no styling effort whatsoever. I'm never going anywhere else again!”
Jon L.

Kelsey did an amazing job and I loved the genderless pricing. Her vibe is immaculate and I 10/10 recommend her to anyone in the Chicago Area especially if you're looking to support a queer and trans owned business