GC by George Charles logo

Hair Coloring Experts
 in Chicago IL

Our vision is to enhance the lives of our guests and associates through beauty, harmony and well-being.
Hair Color GC by George Charleshair color GC by George Charles

Connoisseurs in hair
Color & Style

Masters of The Craft
The talented team of stylists at GC by George Charles brings a wealth of experience and expertise to our hair salon. Each of them has their own unique approach to hair color, ensuring that every client receives a personalized and customized experience.

George Charles himself is a master stylist with over 20 years of experience in the industry. He has a passion for creating timeless looks that enhance his client’s natural beauty. His skills in precision cutting and styling are unmatched, and he has a keen eye for color that allows him to create stunning, natural-looking highlights and balayage.

Through this wide variety of expertise, you can expect every single hairstylist within GC by George Charles to help you find a look that makes you look and feel your very best.
Color services at GC by George CharlesBronde hair GC by George Charles
Expert

Color

Highlights
Highlighting hair means isolating select strands and treating them with color or lightener to make them lighter than their base/natural color. Highlights can add dimension by contrasting with the rest of the hair. They are created with foils or special combs or brushes used for the balayage technique.
Balayage
Balayage is a French word that means “sweeping,” as in to sweep on a hair lightener to create highlights. Balayage is the technique of hand painting highlights onto the hair. This creates a soft, natural blend as one color fades into another.
Double Process Color
A double-process refers to two color services that are done in one visit. Generally, this is done by doing the first color service, washing and drying the hair, then doing the second color. This can include lightening the hair then applying a toner, or doing a permanent color followed by a gloss.
Creative Color (Based on Consultation)
Add a panel/section of bright, bold, vivid, or pastel color(s) to elevate your look!
Single Process Color
A single process is one solid color applied to cover new growth. Our skilled colorists create perfectly blended, dimensional results customized to complement your skin tone and style.
Gloss
A glossing treatment is the perfect way to enhance the color and shine of your hair. Pair a glossing treatment with a haircut or blowout service for unparalleled results.
Brow Tint
Enhance, sculpt, and define your brows and achieve a fuller, more ideal shape. Semi-permanent color is mixed to match your existing shade.
Color services at GC by George Charles

Elevating the Standard of Color Corrections

Color Correction (Based on Consultation)
At our salon, color correction is not just a service—it’s a craft. We specialize in transforming every correction into a masterpiece, ensuring each shade feels curated, intentional, and flawlessly tailored to the individual.

Each journey begins with a personal consultation led by George, where artistry and precision work in harmony. Whether reversing box dye, softening harsh tones, or restoring depth and balance, every step is guided by a commitment to preserving the hair’s health while achieving results that are radiant, refined, and unapologetically fashion-forward.

Our approach is about more than just color—it’s about creating tones that enhance natural beauty, designed thoughtfully around each client’s skin tone, eye color, and unique essence. With a safe, meticulous, and transformative process, we elevate every correction into the perfect shade that feels authentically and beautifully yours.
What they say
“This was my first visit. Staff customer friendly, and it was very easy to make an appointment. Roxana gave me the best haircut I have had in years! She asks what you want and follows through. She does not rush you. A superb cutter. All in all, coming to this salon was a very pleasant experience.”
Linda Garfield
Positive: Cleanliness, Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Value
client review
“Great salon! I went with Malia for a balayage and keratin express, and she was amazing. She listened to all my hair concerns and made sure I ended up with something I was happy with. Will definitely be coming back for all my future hair needs.”
Anum Sundrani
Positive: Cleanliness, Professionalism, Quality, Value
client review
I can’t recommend Shannon enough! She did my blonde highlights and completely fixed my damaged hair—it looks and feels healthier than it has in so long. Shannon has been so lovely, kind, and attentive throughout the whole process, really taking the time to make sure everything was perfect. I’m beyond happy with the results and will definitely be coming here for all my hair in the future. Highly, highly recommend!
Taylor Watkins
Positive: Care, Attentive, Results, Quality, Value
client review
salon interior GC by George Charles

Book your hair appointment
online or call us today.

Book Now
(312) 643-0345
Get in Touch

Contact Us

Hours of Operation
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Closed
9am - 6pm
8am - 8pm
8am - 8pm
8am - 6pm
8am - 6pm
9am - 6pm
Reach out
Call us at (312) 643-0345

Email us at [email protected]

Get Directions
34 E. Oak Street, 4th Floor
Chicago, IL 60611

Parking

Discounted Garage Parking
Clients of GC by George Charles receive discounted garage parking at 1000 Lakeshore Plaza at the corner of Michigan & Oak. Get your ticket validated when you check out. $18.00 for up to 4 hours.
Metered
2-Hour on Oak Street, $4.00 per Hour 44 E. Oak Street – # 221 406 45 E. Oak Street – #221 403
Garages
1005 N. State Street, $12+ 50 E. Bellevue, $13+ 900 N. Michigan Avenue, $12+

Inquiry Form

"*" indicates required fields

This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Book your hair appointment
online or call us today.

Book Now
(312) 643-0345
GC by George Charles logo
Book Now
About
The Team Salon Policies Privacy Policy Terms of Use
Shop
Products Gift Cards Terms of Service Privacy Policy Refund Policy
Contact
(312) 643-0345 Book An Appointment Special Event Inquiry Contact Form Join The Team
Our Location
34 E. Oak Street, 4th Floor
Chicago, IL 60611
Get Directions
Salon & Spa Hours
Monday | Closed
Tuesday | 9am - 6pm
Wednesday | 8am - 8pm
Thursday | 8am - 6pm
Friday | 8am - 6pm
Saturday | 8am - 6pm
Sunday | 9am - 6pm
©2026 GC by George Charles
Text Us 24/7

Request an
Appointment

  • Sun -Mon: Closed
    Tues-Fri: 10AM - 6PM
    Sat: 10AM - 9PM