Arsova: Chicago’s Premier Balayage Salon and Certified Color Specialists
The Hottest in Highlighting
Balayage has inched its way onto red carpets and catwalks over the last couple of decades, but really started becoming mainstream as of recently. In the past few years it’s all clients ask for when it comes to highlighting. Senior colorist and owner at Arsova Salon, Balayage Salon in River North Chicago, Anita Arsova, says there’s a good reason why.
This particular free-hand technique of coloring is very natural looking and allows stylists to show off their artistic side with custom hand painting. Balayage gives the client a gentle flow of color with a natural outgrowth, instead of a traditional uniform pattern around the entire head. This helps for an easy follow up and touch up!
When your hair team looks this good, you know your hair will too 🤩
Behind every gorgeous transformation is this incredible team of hairstylists at Arsova Salon in Chicago.
Secure your appointment before we book out! 🤍
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Dimensional Pearl Blonde 🤍
Color by @hairbyhaileyfay 🤩
The seamless color placement and tone reflect perfectly to showcase the exact vision this client brought to us.
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Short hair, Don’t care 💁♀️
If you are already thinking of chopping your hair, just do it 😘
Haircut by @breahugheshair
Book your own transformation today!
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♥️ ✨ 2026 hair is stepping into its soft era — airy layers, mid-length cuts, precise shapes, and that natural, flowing movement that makes every cut feel alive.
It’s giving effortless.
It’s giving “I just woke up like this.”
It’s that quiet main character glow.
Because beautiful hair isn’t just something you see — it’s something you feel. 🧚🏼♀️🤍
Ready for hair that feels soft — but speaks with confidence? Book your appointment and let’s create your 2026 hair. ✂️✨
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Plot twist: the stylist becomes the client! 💁♀️
@_ashleyraehair’s turn in the salon chair to go blonder and brighter 💛
Color by @megumicolorr
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A little love letter to our true valentines (our wonderful clients) 💌:
Thank you for trusting us with your hair goals! We can’t wait to see you in the salon soon!
HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY FROM YOURS TRULY
- The Arsova Team 💋😘
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The Hair Results & the After Photos 📸
Color + Cut: @jenahartzhair
Stunning transformations always call for a photoshoot session after 🤳
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DIMENSIONAL NEUTRAL BLONDE 🤍
Color by @colorbygabbyg 💁♀️
Cut by @sophiastylesyou 💇♀️
No matter the angle, this dimensional blonde shines and blends seamlessly.
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Color Consultation + Hair Reveal! Color by @sophiastylesyou ✨
One year (!) of grown out color touched up with babylights and added more of a money piece 😍
Let our stylists listen to your hair needs - book a consultation or appointment today! ⚡️
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📞 312-371-0773
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Butterscotch Swirl Bronde Dimensional Balayage 🤎💛
Color: @evvstyles ✨
What began as grown-out color has been transformed into glowing, gorgeous locks. The healthy glow and dimension bring new life during the winter blues.
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Behind the magic at Arsova Salon 🪄⚡️
Our salon is always buzzing with creative energy and stunning results. From color transformations to gorgeous cuts, every chair and every client brings their own story. 🤍
Experience the magic and book your next appointment today ✨
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From grown-out to glow-up! 💫
Blended with babylights, soft root smudge, glaze & hand-painted a few pieces!
Color by @jenahartzhair 🥰
Book your next appointment now and thank yourself later! 🤍
When “I want my dream hair” becomes “I GOT my dream hair” 🙌🤩
Color: @sophiastylesyou ✨
Watching dreams come true never gets old. When you know what you want and trust the process, magic happens.
Experience your own transformation—book your consultation and/or appointment today! 🤍
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📞 312-371-0773
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Touching up this Low Impact Bright Blonde 💛 Color Consultation and Results
Color + Cut by @hairbyhaileyfay
Come in for a complimentary consultation by booking:
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Step out of the Chicago cold and into your winter escape ❄️
Vibes are cozy, coffee is warm & hair is glowing ☕️
Snow days are the perfect time to slow down, treat yourself, and leave feeling refreshed, confident, and winter-ready!
Ready for your winter refresh?
Book your appointment now and create your perfect winter look! 🤍
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POV: You finally stopped pinning it and actually did it 🤩✨
We spend so much time admiring hair on other people that we forget we’re allowed to have it too!
Take these inspos and book your next hair appointment to achieve your dream hair today! 🤍
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Hair appointment vibes matter too ✨
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Bright Golden Blonde in all lightings 🤩💛
Color by @hannasarberhair
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All balayage photos are from Arsova Salon© clients & models.
Top Balayage Salon
The Art of Balayage: Why We Are Chicago’s Go-To Salon
True, high-end Balayage requires specialized training that goes far beyond traditional foil application. At Arsova, we are not just another Balayage Salon; we are an institution built on hand-painting techniques. Our master colorists are certified experts in creating customized, dimensional, and low-maintenance color that grows out seamlessly. Whether you’re seeking sun-kissed natural tones, rich brunette dimension, or a dramatic color melt, our specialization in lived-in color makes us the most trusted Balayage destination in the Chicago area.
As with most trends, Balayage was first worn by A-list celebrities and supermodels – but soon the fad trickled down to major cities. Over the last few years, we’ve seen this hair coloring technique is more than just a fancy trend, but a new way of coloring that is here to stay.
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HOW TO ACHIEVE THE PERFECT BALAYAGE
You can opt for as little or as much highlighting as you wish, really being able to articulate the look of your Balayage. Depending on your consultation, and what you discuss with the stylist, the thickness of the highlights can vary, as well as how much or how little dimension you wish to achieve. Doing this technique can give you a completely unique look that will stand out.
The stylist will typically try to use the highlights as if they’re contouring the client’s hair, and they’ll paint on color in areas where sunlight would naturally touch the strands. By doing it this way, your hair will really accentuate your overall look and light up the features on your face!
You can go subtle with a light base and soft highlights, or you can go bold with a dark based and very light, contrasting highlights. Clients with naturally dark hair will likely have to come for a series of appointments to reach their desired shade if the highlights they wish to obtain are much lighter than their natural hair color.
It is not advised to go from very dark to very light in a single appointment because it can be very damaging to your hair and dry, brittle ends are never in style! Your stylist will be able to advise you on approximately how many visits you’ll need to reach your desired shade so that your hair remains as healthy as possible in the process.