Choosing the right hair salon in Charleston, SC, is a little bit like finding the perfect outfit. The materials feel great on your skin, the fabric is flattering to your body type, and when you try it on, you just know - this is the outfit that you have been looking for.
With thousands of hair salons and stylists in South Carolina, choosing the right one can be difficult. You want a salon that is clean, comfortable, and chic. But, more importantly, you need a stylist that "gets" you. Someone who takes the time to understand your preferences, your style, and your personality. You need a stylist who listens, is honest, and has the technical skills to turn your vision into a reality.
An excellent stylist epitomizes all those traits and knows how to adapt to changing beauty trends. They aren't afraid to take on a challenge.
Where the most talented hairstylists in Charleston help bring out the beauty in each of our clients. We strive to provide each of our customers with the highest levels of customer service in the beauty industry. At Chroma, we offer a relaxing environment, skillful professionals, and a variety of products with environmentally safe and good-for-you ingredients.
Our goal is to make your salon experience special, from the moment you walk in to the second you leave. With a variety of professional hair and beauty services to choose from, we're sure you will rediscover the "beauty of you" every time you visit our salon.
The key to a great haircut and salon experience is to understand the services we offer, so you can choose the best selection for your needs. What do our salon services entail? Keep reading below to find out.
Let's be honest: DIY hair kits can be tricky to get right. They can be complicated to apply and usually have hard-to-understand instructions. Half the time, the color you're left with looks nothing like it does on the front of the box. In a perfect world, you should be able to pop into Target, pick a boxed hair color, apply it at home, and emerge out of your bathroom with a new, beautiful hair color. For most people, this never happens.
That's why people who want flawless color, professional application, and ease of convenience get their highlights at Chroma Hair Studio & Spa.
Whether you are changing your hair color completely or just want a few highlights to switch things up, we are here to create the look and style that you've been dreaming about. At Chroma Hair Studio & Spa, we specialize in the latest hair coloring trends using cutting-edge technology. That way, our clients get the freshest looks, coolest colors, and longest-lasting highlights in town. When you get your highlights done at our hair salon in Charleston, we want you to leave excited and ready to share your new hair all over social.
Don't spend hours in the store trying to find the color you think will look great on you. Our team of professional stylists will consult with you about your vision and craft a custom highlight plan that fits you're your unique style. There's a reason why so many customers trust us with their highlights - we genuinely care about your hair and how it looks.
Our professional hair coloring services in Charleston are a combination of art and science. The artistic results only last as long as the hair coloring products used, and we use the best. Our hairstylists and colorists are committed to helping you look and feel fabulous, whether you're planning a special occasion or just want to impress that special someone.
Ever taken a chance on a new look or hair color, only to end up embarrassed and unsatisfied with the results? You're not alone - we get calls every week from people just like you who need hair treatment Charleston. Sadly, sometimes even the professionals get a color procedure wrong.
Other times, your hair has suffered from years of blow-drying and straightening, and it looks dry, brittle, and unattractive. You know you need a deep conditioning treatment, and you need it ASAP.
At Chroma Hair Studio & Spa, our technicians have treated all sorts of hair problems - from unprofessional coloring with multiple bands of different colors and tones to dehydrated hair and more. Sometimes, our client's entire hairstyle needs to be corrected. To do this, we stock multiple types of color and toners to revitalize hair and give it the color you've been dreaming of. Our team always puts a priority on the health and integrity of your hair, whether it's your first visit or your fortieth.
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Do you ever wake up in the morning and wish that you had fuller, longer eyelashes? You're not alone - thousands of people crave darker, thicker lashes. They settle for what they have, not knowing that a revolutionary lash treatment is waiting for them at Chroma Hair Studio & Spa.
Eyelash extensions have revolutionized fashion culture, saving women untold amounts time and effort in front of the makeup mirror. The great news is that lash extensions aren't just reserved for Hollywood celebrities anymore. Anybody can have the long, fluttery lashes they've been craving, with a trip to our salon.
Eyelash extensions are a fabulous way to enhance your look on a long-term basis and provide you with a small change that makes a huge impact. From the moment you wake up to the time you go to bed, your lashes remain long, sexy, and sultry.
Our eyelash extension specialist works with your existing lashes to apply individual extensions to enhance the natural beauty of your eyes. Using a meticulous application process, we maintain the integrity of your natural lashes so they remain healthy and undamaged.
Whether you're looking for a wispy, effortless look or want your lashes to have mega volume, our lash extension technicians are here to cater to your needs.
Here are just a few reasons why women love our eyelash extension services in Charleston:
If you're looking for a cost-conscious way to stand out from the crowd, contact our office today. We'd be happy to tell you more about our eyelash extension process and which lashes work best for your needs.
The Brazilian blowout: you've heard about the new craze, you've seen the stunning results, but haven't had a chance to sit down and receive the treatment yourself. Luckily, Chroma Hair Studio & Spa now offers this sought-after style right here in Charleston, from certified Brazilian blowout stylists.
If you suffer from dull, frizzy hair that lacks life and shine, the Brazilian blowout is one of the best ways to get smooth, frizz-free hair. By using cutting-edge bonding technology, this customizable treatment doesn't damage your hair at all. Actually, it improves your hair's health by adding a protective layer of protein that smooths your hair for weeks on end.
This ultra-popular choice offers you a laundry list of benefits, like:
To get the best of both worlds, be sure to schedule your Brazilian blowout and custom hair color treatment in the same appointment. Call us today to learn more about our Brazilian blowouts and to schedule your appointment today.
There are many ways that you can reinvent yourself this season, but if you're ready to make a lasting impression, nothing beats a new hairstyle. While there is nothing wrong with sporting top knots, ponytails, or straight hair, a styled cut from Chroma Hair Studio & Spa will drastically improve your hair game.
Getting a new haircut isn't just fun - it makes you feel good, too, especially when you get a lot of positive compliments.
Our experienced stylists are tapped into today's hottest trends, so if you want to try something new, we're here to help. If you want to play it more traditional, our stylists have a solid foundation of time-tested techniques, to give your existing cut the edge it needs to impress. And sometimes, you need something simple and low-maintenance that cuts down on styling time and primping.
Not sure what kind of a cut you need? We're happy to give you our educated opinion and are happy to provide examples of what we think works. Whatever style you've got your eye on, we can make it a reality!
In a time when extravagant dyes and unique hair extensions are all the rage, the natural look will always be trending. This haircut is a great way to rediscover yourself and let your beauty shine organically without overdoing it.
This medium-length haircut is a classic throwback to the 79s, with a layered look, messy bangs, and lots of attitude. If you like to get ahead of trends before your friends, bring back the shag and rock this retro style with pride.
This cut will look great during the summer and will give you an innocent look that will get plenty of attention. Great for a short-term haircut or even something special for a big party or Gen-X event.
Go against the status quo and let your hair down this season. Pixie cuts and shags are all the rage, but rocking a Rapunzel-like haircut will set you apart from the crowd. If you're looking for a more natural, classic look, this could be your haircut.
If you're looking to switch up your hair color but can't decide between Balayage or Ombre because, well, you don't know the difference - don't worry. You're not alone!
Balayage is a French technique for highlighting the hair in which the dye is painted to create a natural-looking effect. The goal is to create soft, subtle highlights that make your hair look like it's been kissed by the sun.
While Balayage is the technique of painting the hair, Ombre focuses on the style of the hair. It is the transition from a lighter shade to a darker shade. Typically, Ombres work best for brunettes, but the style can is suitable for blondes too. To achieve the effect of an Ombre, there must be a smooth transition between colors. While the Ombre is a beautiful look, you'll need to work with a professional to get the best results.
Luckily, we offer both Ombre and Balayage in Charleston, SC! Short on time? Busy schedule? Only available on weekends? Chroma Hair Studio & Spa offers flexible appointment scheduling to accommodate even the busiest clients. You deserve a fresh new style, and we're here to help when the time is right for you.
If you're looking for a hair salon that offers high-end styling without expensive pricing, you're in the right place. Our goal is to exceed your expectations and leave you feeling beautiful, whether you need a touch-up or a total makeover. We offer a relaxing salon atmosphere, skillful stylists, and only the best in professional brands. When it's time for your next haircut, highlight session, or eyelash extension, look no further than Chroma Hair Studio & Spa.
Appointment RequestA downtown Charleston restaurant and raw bar will pay $624,017 to employees who were forced to take part in what the U.S. Department of Labor is calling an illegal tip pool that violated wage laws.The owners of 167 Raw “shortchanged 92 workers” who were forced to share their tips with other restaurant employees, the U.S. Department of Labor said on May 9.The setup was illegal, labor officials said, because the resta...
A downtown Charleston restaurant and raw bar will pay $624,017 to employees who were forced to take part in what the U.S. Department of Labor is calling an illegal tip pool that violated wage laws.
The owners of 167 Raw “shortchanged 92 workers” who were forced to share their tips with other restaurant employees, the U.S. Department of Labor said on May 9.
The setup was illegal, labor officials said, because the restaurant’s owners claimed a credit that let them pay tipped workers $2.13 an hour, with the understanding that added tips would bring the pay to at least the $7.25-an-hour minimum wage. However, once the tips were taken from waitstaff to be shared with others, the tip credit was invalidated. At that point, the restaurant was legally required to pay the higher hourly rate.
Jesse Sandole, owner of 167 Raw, said the restaurant’s servers never made below minimum wage even with the tip pool, but once the tip credit was invalidated the restaurant had to pay the $7.25 an hour federal minimum.
“Restaurant industry employers must know and comply with federal requirements to claim the tip credit,” Jamie Benefiel, director of the labor department’s wage and hour division in Columbia, said in a written statement.
Sandole said in a statement the restaurant at 193 King St. consulted with counsel before the tip pool was established and was told it was legal. Months later, the Labor Department started an investigation “and determined that while we had not intentionally violated any regulation, we had instead relied upon incorrect legal advice.”
Sandole said the restaurant cooperated with the investigation and has put new procedures in place that comply with federal law.
“It is important to note that the owners of 167 Raw King Street LLC never shared in or participated in the former tip pool,” according to the statement.
Benefiel said tip pool violations “are common in the restaurant industry, and they can quickly add up to costly consequences.”
Investigators with the Labor Department filed more than 4,000 cases nationally in fiscal 2021, recovered roughly $34.7 million for more than 29,000 workers in the food-service industry.
South Carolina restaurant workers who’ve been forced to take part in tip pools have also filed lawsuits against their employers seeking back pay. In North Myrtle Beach workers are suing the owners of seafood restaurant LuLu’s for withholding tips that were then shared with managers and others.
In 2020, Hall’s Southern Kitchen agreed to pay $150,000 to settle a class action lawsuit filed by employees at High Cotton in Charleston, and Hyman’s Seafood restaurant on the peninsula settled tip pool claims for $1 million in 2016.
“As food service industry employers struggle to find people to fill the jobs needed to remain competitive, they must take into account that retaining and recruiting workers is more difficult when employers fail to respect workers’ rights and pay them their full wages,” Benefiel said.
Sandole, a College of Charleston graduate, opened 167 Raw in 2014 as an extension of his family’s seafood market at 167 Hummock Pond Road in Nantucket, Mass. It relocated from 289 East Bay Street downtown to its current King Street location in 2020.
HOLLYWOOD, S.C. (WCSC) - The Charleston County Sheriff’s Office says a woman faces multiple charges after an assault on a school bus Friday morning.Crystal Monet Doctor, 28, is charged with second-degree assault and battery, disturbing schools and interference with the operation of a school bus, sheriff’s office spokesman Andrew Knapp said.Deputies say the incident happened Friday morning at approximately 7:41 a.m. on Scott White Road.Video of the incident was posted on social media.Charleston County S...
HOLLYWOOD, S.C. (WCSC) - The Charleston County Sheriff’s Office says a woman faces multiple charges after an assault on a school bus Friday morning.
Crystal Monet Doctor, 28, is charged with second-degree assault and battery, disturbing schools and interference with the operation of a school bus, sheriff’s office spokesman Andrew Knapp said.
Deputies say the incident happened Friday morning at approximately 7:41 a.m. on Scott White Road.
Video of the incident was posted on social media.
Charleston County School District Andy Pruitt said the district is taking the incident very seriously because of “the inappropriate behavior from the adult toward the bus driver, which happened in front of other students.”
“Law enforcement was immediately notified about this incident, and we have cooperated with the Charleston County Sherriff’s Office in their investigation. CCSD will support any prosecution to the fullest extent of the law,” Pruitt said. “Our bus drivers are essential teammates in providing safe and timely transportation to and from school. We encourage all parents to support our drivers so they can accomplish their jobs without fear of anyone but students boarding their buses.”
An incident report states a school bus driver was picking up E.B. Ellington Elementary School students when a parent, identified as Doctor, approached the front door of the bus. The driver told deputies she repeatedly told the parent to leave multiple times and attempted to close the bus door, but that the parent placed her arm inside the door to prevent it from closing all the way. The driver said she opened and closed the door a few times until the parent then got on the bus.
Cellphone video taken from inside of the bus captured the moments after Doctor entered the bus. She could be seen striking the bus driver multiple times in the face and pulling her hair while shouting numerous expletives toward her.
Shortly after, the video captured Doctor stepping off the bus while continually shouting at the bus driver.
She could then be seen walking away from the bus before the video ends.
The report states the driver parked the bus and notified her supervisor who responded to the scene. The deputy reported the driver had a small cut on her bottom lip.
The driver told deputies there were six kids on the bus at the time of the incident.
Deputies interviewed Doctor the school bus driver identified, who told them she and other parents have been “having an issue” with the driver, an incident report states. She told deputies children who ride the bus claim the driver has been “saying mean things” to them, claiming the driver told her daughter she was “gonna jack her up.”
Doctor told deputies she simply wanted to talk to the driver about the issue and did not get on the bus until the driver closed her arm in the door.
When the door finally opened, Doctor said she got on the bus and struck the driver after getting upset that the driver closed the door on her arm.
Doctor said her right arm was sore and that she could not move it, the report states.
Both Doctor and the driver were checked out by EMS but neither wished to be taken to a hospital.
Pruitt also supplied the following statement from First Student spokesperson Jen Biddinger:
At First Student, the safety of our employees and the students we transport is our top priority and a responsibility we take very seriously.
We are appalled by the behavior captured in the video. We are thankful our driver was not seriously injured and respect how she handled the situation.
This incident also serves as an important reminder to the community that it is against the law to board a school bus without authorization.
We appreciate the support we have received from law enforcement and the Charleston County School District. Given this is an active investigation, we are not in a position to comment further.
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The Holy City might be known for some good old shrimp ‘n grits + she crab soup, and pizza may not be the first thing that comes to mind. That doesn’t mean there aren’t some really good options. We did some digging to find a few of the best local pizza spots around town and ...
The Holy City might be known for some good old shrimp ‘n grits + she crab soup, and pizza may not be the first thing that comes to mind. That doesn’t mean there aren’t some really good options.
We did some digging to find a few of the best local pizza spots around town and we’re sharing the knead-to-knows.
D’Allesandro’s Pizza, 229 St. Philip St. | A neighborhood favorite since 2006. We love the Big Cheesy.
Pizzeria di Giovanni, 40 N. Market St. | Check out Neapolitan-style pizza paired with a Greek salad.
Sabatino’s Pizza, 151 Calhoun St. | Consistency is key and Sabatino’s passes the test. Bonus: Head to the walk-up window for a slice.
Baker & Brewer, 94 Stuart St. | Come for the ‘za, stay for the relaxed atmosphere + outdoor space.
Orlando’s Pizza, 230 Mathis Ferry Rd. + 295 Seven Farms Dr., Daniel Island | You can’t beat the two-slice lunch special — $8 for cheese and $9 for a topping.
Amalfi’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria, 664 Long Point Rd. | Pro tip: Try the Sicilian–style pizza.
Toni’s Pizza, 1795 N. Hwy. 17 | Order an authentic Detroit-style pizza plus a Vernors Float for the perfect balance of sweet + salty.
Park Pizza, 1028 E. Montague Ave. | Mix up your usual order with the pizza of the month.
EVO Pizzeria, 1075 E. Montague Ave. | Pair your snack plate dinner special with a local draft beer from Indigo Reef or Revelry.
Slice Co., 1662 Savannah Hwy. | Enjoy fresh mozzarella or vegan cheese, both made in-house.
PizzaVola Express James Island, 1041 Folly Rd. | Choose a slice, a pie, or an Italian dish at this one-stop shop.
Hollywood Pizza, 6231 Hwy. 162, Hollywood | Enjoy a keto pizza bowl or pie at an outdoor table — it’s worth the drive.
Heads up, this is not a comprehensive list. Didn’t catch your favorite local spot this time around? Share it with us.
Lying in her hospital bed in an operating room as staff bustled about, preparing for the surgery, the patient quietly teased the doctor: “Have you got all your toys?”He did, he assured her. Her surgery was to be the first at MUSC Health-Charleston Division using the Mazor X Stealth robotic system and Medtronic O-arm mobile X-ray machine. But those “toys” are more than shiny new playthings for surgeons. Neurosurgeon ...
Lying in her hospital bed in an operating room as staff bustled about, preparing for the surgery, the patient quietly teased the doctor: “Have you got all your toys?”
He did, he assured her. Her surgery was to be the first at MUSC Health-Charleston Division using the Mazor X Stealth robotic system and Medtronic O-arm mobile X-ray machine. But those “toys” are more than shiny new playthings for surgeons. Neurosurgeon Bruce Frankel, M.D., believes they will enable the doctors in his division to continue to innovate and improve surgeries for patients, moving MUSC Health to the very cutting edge of spinal surgery offerings.
The patient was clearly in pain, wincing as the anesthesia team lowered the head of the bed as gently as possible. The surgery, a microdiscectomy, was to address that pain. It’s a common procedure to deal with a herniated disc within the spinal column that’s pressing on nerves, causing sciatica.
It is not commonly performed with the Mazor X, however. Although the robotic system wasn’t designed with a discectomy in mind, Frankel wanted to see whether the system’s imaging and navigation capabilities could allow for more precision when performing this surgery.
“This is how you challenge yourself to adopt a newer technology to improve an older surgery,” he said.
While robotic surgery has become almost commonplace in other specialties, it’s still very new in the field of spinal surgery. In the past few years, some studies comparing robotic surgeries to traditional methods indicate that common spinal surgeries performed with robotic assistance could result in more accurate screw placement, less blood loss and even shorter hospital stays for those surgeries that require hospitalization. But techniques and protocols are still developing as surgeons explore the possibilities with different companies’ robotic systems that have been introduced in recent years.
Doctors in the Neurosurgery and Orthopedic Surgery practice at MUSC Health examined five such systems and reported their findings to hospital leadership. Although MUSC has a value-based health care partnership with Medtronic, which owns Mazor, the partnership didn't drive the decision to pursue the Mazor system – quality did. However, now that the health system has acquired two of the Mazor X Stealth robots, there are opportunities to pursue innovation within the framework of the partnership, said Caroline Brown, chief external affairs officer.
Part of that innovation will occur at the MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital, which will become the first pediatric hospital in South Carolina to have the Mazor X Stealth robot.
“We are excited to announce the implementation of this advanced technology for the most complex pediatric spinal deformity patients,” said Robert Murphy, M.D., the chief of pediatric orthopedics. “We can provide the safest and most up-to-date orthopedic surgical care for children and adolescents with spine deformity and related spine conditions.”
After completing his first Mazor X surgery – which went well, with the patient going home that same day – Frankel said he expects he’ll continue to use it for discectomies, with a few adaptations.
“It gives you this accuracy that you didn’t have before,” he said.
The system works by taking images of the spine and then mapping the images to the patient on the table. This allows the surgeon to program the robotic arm to insert a port at a precise angle and location. Previously, Frankel said, accomplishing this required multiple X-rays as he went through each step of the surgery.
"This is constant fluoroscopy,” he said, referencing real-time moving X-rays. “It could be several minutes of it in complicated cases. Whereas with this, it’s one spin of the O-arm. This decreases the fluoroscopy time, which is better for the health of the patient and the health of everyone in that room who’s getting radiated, too.”
Frankel went on to perform a transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion – a fusion of two vertebrae – using the Mazor X. In the coming months, he’ll use the system for the majority of his surgeries. He expects that, as he comes to understand the strengths and limitations of the system, he’ll probably settle at using it for about three-quarters of his cases.
“This system, with its imaging, navigation and robotic assistance capabilities, will allow us to further refine the surgeries we offer at the Spine Center and improve patients’ experiences in the hospital and their recoveries at home,” he said.
The best part about being a Charlestonian is knowing the ins and outs of the 843. With National Tourism Day last weekend — on May 7, to be exact — we thought it apt to rack your brain about the best things a tourist should do in the Holy City.From neighborhood bars like Share House to the Gibbes Museum of Art that you really sh...
The best part about being a Charlestonian is knowing the ins and outs of the 843. With National Tourism Day last weekend — on May 7, to be exact — we thought it apt to rack your brain about the best things a tourist should do in the Holy City.
From neighborhood bars like Share House to the Gibbes Museum of Art that you really shouldn’t skip, here are 16 recommendations for tourists to do according to, well, you.
Vicious Biscuit, 409 W. Coleman Blvd., Mt. Pleasant
Check out this local restaurant suggested by Reader Mary V. that also landed a spot on our list of brunch eateries around town. We’d recommend The Fat Boy.
Shoutout to Reader Mary V. for this submission as well. Enjoy panoramic views of the peninsula while sipping on a frozen negroni or mimosa.
Firefly Distillery, 4201 Spruill Ave., North Charleston
DYK the co-owner of this local distillery is one of two masterminds behind the world’s first hand–crafted Sweet Tea Vodka? Enjoy live music + other events, plus more than 25 spirits at this Park Circle establishment.
Hero Doughnuts & Buns, 145 Calhoun St.
Grab a dozen donuts from this hidden gem offering breakfast, buns, and baked goods. Thanks, @thingstodoincharleston.
Check out the view from the highest rooftop in Charleston while indulging in light bites + cocktails. We’ll take an order of oysters on the half shell, please.
Burwell’s Stone Fire Grill, 14 N. Market St.
Be sure to make a reservation + check out the menu for this award–winning, casual steakhouse, suggested by @the_twinmike.
We can confirm: This recently-opened duo on Ann Street suggested by @noonan_15 is the place to be. Order a Larceny Mule from Share House and head back the next morning for a breakfast sandwich from Bodega.
Holy City History Tours, 164 Market St., Ste. 227
Get tickets to explore our city during a daytime walking tour or evening ghost tour, if you dare. Shoutout to @lindseyy__m for the suggestion.
Choose a fishing charter, sunset cruise, beach walk, or custom charter to experience the Holy City waterways, suggested by @the.hangry.captain.
There’s nothing better than a beach day in the Lowcountry. Grab a beach chair + some friends and soak up the sun along this two and a half-mile long barrier island. Thanks, @thecharlestonsuites.
Waterfront Park Pineapple Fountain, Vendue Range, Concord St.
Reader Mary V. hit the nail on the head for a must-do during a classic Charleston day. Be sure to snap a photo of the picturesque landmark.
Magnolia Plantation & Gardens, 3550 Ashley River Rd.
This local venue was recognized as one of “America’s Most Beautiful Gardens” by Travel + Leisure Magazine. Embark on a historic garden walk and explore the venue for an event or wedding.
The Center for Birds of Prey, 4719 N. Hwy. 17, Awendaw
Check out weekly tours + flight demonstrations at this local nonprofit dedicated to conservation through education.
The Woodlands Nature Reserve, 4279 Ashley River Rd.
Swing by this 6,000-acre nature reserve to explore 11 lakes, a blackwater swamp, and wildlife just outside of Charleston, by the suggestion of @thingstodoincharleston.
Suggested by local restaurant Bull & Finch, this museum offers programs + events, exhibitions, and a membership, working to connect our city’s history to contemporary art.
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