Waukegan's Trusted Salon

Your Hair Should
Feel as Good
as It Looks

Expert cuts, vibrant color, and treatments that restore your hair's natural shine — all in a warm, welcoming space where you're treated like family.

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What We Offer

Services Tailored to You

From a fresh trim to a complete transformation, our skilled team delivers results you'll love — every single visit.

Haircuts & Styling

Precision cuts that frame your face and match your lifestyle. From classic bobs to modern layers, we shape hair that moves with you.

Color & Highlights

Rich, dimensional color that turns heads. Full color, balayage, highlights, or a bold refresh — we use premium products for lasting vibrancy.

Hair Treatments

Deep conditioning, keratin smoothing, and restorative treatments that bring life back to damaged, dry, or color-treated hair.

Bridal & Special Events

Look stunning on your big day. Updos, blowouts, and complete bridal packages designed to keep you beautiful from ceremony to last dance.

Extensions & Additions

Add length, volume, or dimension with our quality hair extensions. Natural-looking results that blend seamlessly with your own hair.

Express Services

Short on time? Our quick services — blowouts, root touch-ups, and trim-and-go — get you looking polished in no time.

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Warm and inviting salon interior with terracotta accents
Stylist working on a client's hair in a bright salon
Beautiful hair color transformation result
Professional hair styling tools and products on display

Years

of Experience

About Us

More Than a Salon —
Our Second Home

La Tijera Dorada was founded on a simple belief: everyone deserves a space where they feel seen, heard, and beautifully cared for. Located on North Genesee Street in the heart of Waukegan, we've built a salon that feels more like a living room than a clinic.

Our team stays current with the latest techniques and trends, but we never lose sight of what matters most — making sure you leave feeling confident and refreshed. Whether you're here for a subtle trim or a dramatic new look, we treat your hair like it's our own.

We use premium, salon-grade products that nourish your hair while delivering stunning results. No shortcuts, no rush — just genuine care from the moment you walk through our door.

Warm

Welcoming Atmosphere

Premium

Quality Products

Expert

Trained Stylists

Personal

Tailored to You

Testimonials

What Our Clients Say

Nothing makes us happier than hearing from clients who left feeling their best.

"I walked in nervous about changing my hair, and they made me feel so comfortable. The color turned out exactly how I envisioned it — I get compliments every single day now."

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Maria G.

Waukegan, IL

"This is the only salon I trust with my hair. They actually listen to what I want instead of pushing a style that doesn't suit me. The atmosphere is so warm and welcoming too."

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Tanya R.

Waukegan, IL

"My daughter's prom updo was absolutely stunning — it lasted the entire night! Thank you for making her feel like a princess. We'll be back for every special occasion from now on."

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Linda S.

North Chicago, IL

Ready for a Hair Makeover?

Walk in today or give us a call — we'd love to help you look and feel your best.

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We're right in the heart of Waukegan — easy to find and always happy to welcome you.

Our Location

304 N Genesee St
Waukegan, IL 60085-4206

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(847) 599-1525

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Email Us

garan19862011@gmail.com

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Hours

Monday – Friday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday Closed

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