Business Details
Chameleon Hair Salon - Expert Hair & Color Services in Nanaimo
At Chameleon Hair Salon, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional hair care services while prioritizing environmental sustainability. Our team of stylists brings over 53 years of combined experience, specializing in classic techniques and cutting-edge trends like hair tattooing and freehand coloring. We are committed to using vegan, ammonia-free, and sulfate-free products to enhance your salon experience. Recognized as a L'Oral Elite Salon, we offer complimentary consultations, washes, blow-dries, and styling to ensure every client achieves their desired look.Our dedication to continuous education and industry collaboration ensures we remain at the forefront of hair care innovation. Located in Nanaimo, we strive to create a friendly, upbeat atmosphere where client satisfaction is our top priority. By balancing creativity with technical expertise, we aim to redefine modern hair styling while minimizing our ecological footprint. Our flexible scheduling and transparent policies reflect our respect for both client and stylist time, fostering mutual trust and long-term relationships.
Services
Hair Coloring
Haircuts
Styling
Hair Tattooing
Balayage
Color Correction
Highlights and features
- We offer over 53 years of combined styling experience with eco-friendly practices.
- Our stylists specialize in advanced techniques like hair tattooing and Balayage.
- We provide complimentary consultations and styling with every service.
- Recognized as a L'Oral Elite Salon for product excellence and innovation.
- We prioritize continuous education to stay ahead of industry trends.
Associations and certifications
- L'Oral Elite Salon
- Pro Fiber Certified Salon
Services
Hair Coloring
Our hair coloring services include Balayage, highlights, all-over color, and fashion hues using ammonia-free and sulfate-free products. Stylists specialize in advanced techniques like freehand coloring and color correction. Each session includes a consultation to tailor shades to your style and hair type.
Haircuts
From short to long hair, our precision cuts are tailored to your face shape and lifestyle. Services include wash, blow-dry, and styling, with pricing based on hair length and complexity. Stylists stay updated on trending cuts and texturizing techniques.
Styling
We offer blowouts, updos, and creative styling for events or daily wear. Prices vary by service duration, with options for flat ironing, curling, and volumizing. Stylists use eco-friendly products to ensure long-lasting results without damaging hair.
Hair Tattooing
This specialized service involves intricate designs etched into hair using temporary or semi-permanent dyes. Ideal for adding unique patterns or text, sessions start at $40 depending on complexity. Requires a consultation to plan the design and ensure hair health.
Color Correction
Address unwanted tones or uneven color with our expert color correction. Services are priced per consultation, focusing on restoring hair integrity while achieving desired shades. Includes treatments like Olaplex to strengthen chemically damaged hair.
People
Sandra
Owner/Operator
With 15+ years in styling, Sandra owns Chameleon Hair Salon. She specializes in chemical straightening and precision cuts, is ITA certified, a VIU graduate, and pursuing Red Seal certification.
Gord
Stylist
Gord has 10+ years in the industry. A certified hair tattooist and colorist, hes trained in Ayurvedic head massage and stays current with styling education.
Amber
Stylist
Amber brings 20+ years of expertise in highlighting and fashion colors. Shes a curly hair specialist and expert in Balayage and baby lights techniques.
Sylvia
Stylist
Sylvia has 13+ years of experience, specializing in balayage and blonding services. She actively pursues new techniques to enhance her styling capabilities.
Questions
What are your cancellation policies?
Cancellations require 24-hour notice; late arrivals over 15 minutes may reschedule. No-shows incur full service fees, and deposits are non-refundable for large color appointments.
Do you offer eco-friendly products?
Yes, we use vegan, ammonia-free, and sulfate-free products from L'Oréal Professionnel, Inoa, and VERB to ensure environmentally conscious styling.
What hair services do you specialize in?
We specialize in Balayage, hair tattooing, color correction, precision cuts, and styling. Our stylists stay updated on the latest trends and techniques.
Are consultations free?
Yes, complimentary consultations, washes, blow-dries, and styling are included with cutting and coloring services.
How are service prices determined?
Prices vary by stylist experience and service duration. Consultations help provide accurate quotes for complex services like color correction.
Reviews (4)
Lubna Akter
Oct 17, 2021
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Positive:Cleanliness,Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality
I had an appointment with Sylvia for hair highlight and a little balayage. She made my hair absolutely beautiful. I love it. This is the exact color I wanted on my hair. She is so professional and friendly and all the other staffs r friendly as well. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone
Service:Hair coloring
I had an appointment with Sylvia for hair highlight and a little balayage. She made my hair absolutely beautiful. I love it. This is the exact color I wanted on my hair. She is so professional and friendly and all the other staffs r friendly as well. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone
Service:Hair coloring
Melodie Angell
Jul 23, 2021
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Gord is amazing. He never ceases to amaze me on his wide range of absolute talent. I give him a very basic idea of what im looking for, and he delivers above and beyond every damn time. My hair has never looked and felt so amazing before. He is a true talent. Love that man. If i ever become a millionaire i know who im hiring first for my personal staff.
Tabatha Jasper
Jun 02, 2021
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I've been going to Chameleon for 8 years now. I've always loved the people and warm atmosphere. Gord is an amazingly talented hair dresser. For the last three years we have been playing with a lot of bright and deep colours such as red and purple. He's helped teach me how to maintain my colour really well. As well I have received MANY hair tattoos by Gord. If you've been looking for a hair tattoos artist, he's your guy! Extremely well rounded in his craft. Because of Gord, I always feel both edgy and beautiful.
Andrew Cavey
Apr 29, 2021
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Gord has cut and styled my hair a few times here. He's quite good, definitely knows what he's doing. I'd recommend him to family and friends
