Patrick Ryan
Colorist Patrick Ryan gives beautiful color to shorter haircuts, which in lesser hands would be a challenge. He is able to create color depth in any structurally complex haircut. A colorist of eight years, he works almost exclusively with balayage (hair painting). “Balayage extends the life of your highlights an extra three to four weeks – that’s half the color cycle," he explains. Besides the obvious savings, another advantage is the personalization. “You see the cowlicks, how the hair lies. You work with the haircut and consider the way it moves. And you can paint as sparse or as full as you want where you want it.” Stressed-out clients always leave with a smile. Patrick has trained with Wella in Santa Monica, CA and the Vidal Sassoon Academy. He also studied balayage with Nancy Braun at the L'Oreal Professionnel Color Academy in New York City. Patrick was featured in Sophisticate’s Reader Makeover issue and developed the "Supernatural" color technique at Maxine. Favorite activities include keeping fit, watching "Project Runway" and indie films and spending time with his two dogs.
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5.0 Stars
I'll never go anywhere but Maxine
I've tried a number of salons since moving to Chicago with overpriced, mediocre results. I'll never go anywhere but Maxine from now on. I am so glad I found Patrick. He is incredibly talented! I've seen him twice, once for full balayage and just recently for partial balayage. Under his guidance I'm embracing my natural color and have been delighted with the results so far. My current look is a natural dark blond with highlights painted on. I can't wait to see it grow out. The best part of balayage (done well, that is) is that rather than becoming increasingly annoyed as your roots grow out, instead you'll see that your hair just looks better and better as the weeks go on. As a former highlight addict I can't tell you what a relief it is for my psyche and finances to actually be HAPPY to go longer between appointments. Patrick is truly a strategic thinker, with impeccable technique and vision, and you WILL get your money's worth. He works with you to make a plan for your hair and applies the color in a customized and always-flattering way. I can't say enough good things. If I could rate Maxine independently of Patrick, I would give it 3 stars. They should tell you when you make your appointment that you'll be responsible for drying your hair, or paying $30 for that service. The people in the reception area are very friendly, but it bothered me on my first visit that I wasn't told in advance about this policy.
Posted on 7/20/2010 by Beth W.
5.0 Stars
I LOVE Maxine Salon
I LOVE Maxine Salon. It is completely posh and fabulous and you feel tres chic when you walk in. I always go to Patrick for fantastic color and Mohammed for cuts and blow outs like you've never seen. They are both incredible. I look like I'm ready for a photo shoot when I walk out of there and I've had people tell me so! Patrick does the best biolage highlights and my hair always looks natural and beautiful. Mohammed literally creates supermodels out of scissors and a roundbrush. They always have the best ideas for my hair and always make me look like a rockstar. As others have said the service is 5 star and the people are extremely friendly and courteous. Thanks so much to everyone at Maxine!!!!
Posted on 6/12/2010 by Alexandra B.
4.0 Stars
Patrick is a colorist who listened and went a step beyond my expectations
I got a haircut and color yesterday for the first time. To be honest, I went to splurge for myself with no intent to return and expecting to capitalize on the 25% off for first time clients. I also arrived wih lots of grey hair that I celebrate and welcome. I have no desire to cover them. And Patrick is a colorist who listened and went a step beyond my expectations. He did this fantastic balayage technique that got rid of these overlyblond old highlights and blended all of my hair into a glorious whole. Take it from a woman who doesn't like to color my hair-this man can blend his efforts into a perfect outcome. The haircut? Well I don't know it's all that. It was an exceedingly well done blowout and my hair has never been straighter. The salon was not all that wonderful for me. Stainless steel and white and all that, but not warm, welcoming, or calming. I didn't love the smell and would prefer Aveda all other days with regard to the design and ambiance. Additionally it was very busy and loud. I wish there was a way to accomodate the same number of patrons with less noise and bustle. In general Maxines is too rich for my blood, but Patrick just might tempt me back one of these days. Time will tell.
Posted on 5/11/2010 by Allison B.
5.0 Stars
I'm in a great mood, because I look absolutely fabulous
Despite the fact that it's a Monday morning, I have to admit that I'm in a great mood, because I look absolutely fabulous thanks to my colorist, Patrick, and my stylist, Mohammed! These guys are the dynamic duo! If you want to look positively gorgeous, make an appointment right now! Mohammed is a master with scissors and a blow dryer, and Patrick is an absolute artist with color. Together, they will transform you into a rock star! Check out Patrick's website, "http://paintedbypatric...", where you will soon be able to see my guys in action. Love you both! Kim (f/k/a Ms. Canary)
Posted on 3/1/2010 by Kim K.
5.0 Stars
Props to Maxine for not only being a top notch salon, but providing such great customer service.
Tracey from Maxine contacted me shortly after I posted the review, and offered to help me find a colorist. I went back over the weekend to Bob again, and Patrick. Patrick did a tint and then "express balayage", as I believe it's called, on my hair, and then put a gloss on it.....and I have to say I look FABULOUS!!! I had thought balayage was more of a "blonde thing" and told him I wanted to stay out of the realm of caramel/blonde highlights, but he did a chocolate brown tint and just painted some warm light brown pieces in, and it looks fabulous!! Unique, and compliments my coloring. Let me point out that it has been OVER 5 MONTHS since I got a trim with Bob....and while anyone who knows hair is probably cringing as they read this, the shape of my cut held up SO WELL over the past 5 months!! I only needed to remove the dry split ends. Before Bob I would have to get my hair cut every other month to keep it looking decent. Props to Maxine for not only being a top notch salon, but providing such great customer service. You don't often find that.
Posted on 12/16/2009 by Lauren S.
5.0 Stars
I highly recommend Maxine
Went to see Bob for a haircut and Patrick for highlights in August. I waited till now to post my review because I wanted to see how my hair grew out. I've been to dozens of salons in the past where my haircut and color looked great when I first walked of the door just to find out that it grew out awfully a month later. Highlights: This was my first time with Patrick having a new type of procedure done on my hair called balayage (hair painting as an alternative to foil highlights) . Patrick is very skilled and did a great job painting my hair. I had told Patrick that I wanted lighter highlights and that's what he gave me. Well, a few days later, I decided that my hair was too light and went in for a glaze/toner to bring it up a shade. Patrick was so nice about it and was genuinely determined to make sure that I was leaving the salon with the color I wanted. Fast forward: For the past three months after my hair was colored, I've toned it up once in a while to keep the color. I must say that Patrick was correct in that the his method of hairpainting allows your hair to grow up without noticable roots. I didn't have the definite line on the crown of my head demarcating regrowth and highlights. Patrick did such an awesome job! Haircut: I would definitely recommend Bob! He's the absolutely talented with his shears and really gives an outstanding cut. He is very meticulous and truly strives for perfection. If you have long hair and want amazing layers that gives your hair volume and styling flexibility, go to Bob! Fast Foward: My hair did grow out nicely (it's been 10 weeks). Thanks Bob! I highly recommend Maxine. Great salon with excellent talent and service. I just wished it was a bit less expensive.
Posted on 10/23/2009 by VIOLA L.
5.0 Stars
I get compliments so much!
Ok, everyone I know goes on here and writes reviews about something great (and bad), but today something great! I have gone for the second time now to see Patrick at Maxine to get my color done. He does a technique called Balayage...it is highlights that are painted on in a way! Anyway, I went a few months ago (yes I said a few MONTHS) and then today and I am amazed. It looks so natural and lasts longer which is great in this economy! It costs a little more but lasts twice as long!! I get compliments so much! I am stoked! If you want great service, results and a fun person doing your hair go see Patrick!
Posted on 9/8/2009 by Lori M.
5.0 Stars
Patrick was wonderful!
I have been to more salons in Chicago than i care to mention and have had many horrible experiences! Today I tried a new salon (Maxines) and a new colorist (Patrick). Patrick was wonderful! He did a great job with the high and lowlights with my hair. Not only was he very pleasant and a great listener but also a great colorist and seemed genuinely determined to make sure I left happy (which is more than I can say for many colorists I've seen in the past..)! At Patrick's recommendation, I had Julianne cut my hair and she was great too. The front desk staff was extremely friendly as well! The only negative with this salon is that it was quite expensive but it was worth it in the end as I was quite happy with the result! I will definitely be back!
Posted on 7/17/2009 by Mary G.
4.0 Stars
Wonderful!
Wonderful! I chose to visit this salon after reading review by other yelpers (thanks!). I started with just getting my haircuts here after moving to the city. I am currently with Brigette, whom I absolutely love. She is incredibly kind and talented. I showed up after getting the first bad haircut of my life (after 20 years of mall haircuts, no less) and Brigette was able to turn it into a chic and beautiful cut. Next, I ventured into the world of color. I recently worked with Patrick who recommended Balliage treatments for my dark brown hair. It looks great, even after sending a week in the sun! The color looks so natural where the highs and lows appear to have been placed by time spent outside. Furthermore, I have had several treatments with Jamie. Jamie waxes both my eyebrows and my bikini line. She is straight forward and far from shy, so it makes it much easier to trust her. She does a great job and is incredibly fast without me feeling like she is rushing. I truly like this place, and if it weren't on the expensive side, I would absolutely give it the full 5 stars.
Posted on 7/6/2009 by Becky w.
5.0 Stars
I got on yelp and picked Maxine
Chicago, IL 5 star rating 5/28/2009 I've lived in Chicago for three years and vowed to only get my hair done when I visited home by the same people who have always been doing my hair. I finally thought "if I'm going to live here forever I need to find a place here to get my hair done." I got on yelp and picked Maxine. I called in, let the ridiculously friendly phone people pick a colorist. Got Patrick. Went in for a consultation, told him repeatedly how nervous I was about going from brown back to being a blonde. He assured me it would be a slow process and it'd be fine. When you get there they offer you water, coffee, tea, whatever you want. After three sessions with him I'm at a blonde color that I LOVE! Probably my favorite blonde that I've ever been at. Next step in living here forever... Getting a hair cut! Even something I'm more nervous/picky at. Patrick told me to go to Julianne.The first time I did nothing drastic, just a trim. The second time I decided to go a little shorter than I normally would, I love it! She's super nice. Always have good conversation which can sometimes be awkward while getting your hair cut. I've never had a bad experience there. It is a little more pricey than I used to pay but it's fine for the results I'm getting. I'd definitely recommend going there to anyone and I barely trust anyone with my hair.
Posted on 5/28/2009 by Lindsey S.
5.0 Stars
I have been getting tons of compliments
I had never even heard of Maxine before it was featured on Groupon. But in these economic times I jumped ship and signed up for waxing, a single-process color and a cut at Maxine. The waxing (done downstairs) with Mara was thoughtful and caring. She took the time to craft my brows and took a quick hand to my lip. She offered up ways to counteract the redness and my never ending breakouts. It's now three days later, and not a single breakout! Amazing. The real story is upstairs with an inventive and skilled hair staff. A quick consult with Patrick (color) and then joined by Malese (cut) so together they could create a cohesive plan of attack to update my 1993 Aniston. Patrick knew immediately how to warm up my dark (and lingering) winter color while not creating a red / brassy undertone. He was quick and the technique flawless. He applied all the color and only relied on the assistant to pull the color through the ends and glossing. Malese inspired the lobbing off my hair. She was confident in her vision and I could not be happier! She came to me with an idea and stood behind it. So often I'm met with uninspired stylists who call it in and dole out long layers over and over. Malese was fantastic and I have been getting tons of compliments. All compliments should be delivered to Malese and the staff at Maxine. A+
Posted on 5/18/2009 by Emily H.
5.0 Stars
My eyes are finally open.
My eyes are finally open. I am closer to being a more complete person. Yes, my hair f**king rocks. Ever wonder how Hollywood's collective hair looks so damn fine? Now I know... Balayage. I just had my hair done with this freehand technique and it came out absolutely gorgeous. I've been seeing Patrick for over four years (actually followed him to Maxine) and was always more than happy with how he did my hair. My previous visit with him early October, he told me about a newer (at least to Chicago) process that didn't require foils. He said he would paint my highlights freehand, allowing a more natural look. Never have been disappointed with his foil work, I decided to take a pass. Again, his work shined. His passion, though, about this new technique had me doing a little research when I got home. Fast Forward: My Next Beauty Day I decided to let Patrick have his way with me... um, my hair, I mean. He sat me down and went over the how's and why's, made sure I was comfortable, and then proceeded to beautify the bejesus out of me. Jennifer, eat your heart out. The look is subtle, natural, um and, oh ya, awesome. I get my hair cut elsewhere by someone who doesn't dole out compliments easily. When I sat in his chair later that day, the first thing out of his mouth was "DAMN" as in beautiful. Like I said, I loved his work before. Now, though, there is no doubt Patrick Ryan is the best hair colorist in all the land. Thanka, thanka, thanka!
Posted on 12/3/2008 by FelineFluff F.
5.0 Stars
Who is that beauty in the mirror? Well, it's me.
Who is that beauty in the mirror? Well, it's me. Really? REALLY!! I moved here in June and had my hair done at a "salon" which i will not utter it's name. OUCH!!! The buzz didn't live up to it's hype, if you know what I mean. Went back and had my precious hair salvaged by another stylist but when the time came to wash the summer out of it, I needed another option. I could NOT risk it again. Enter Maxine into my life. Such a sleek modern space. Immediately I felt like I was in for something special. I would not be disappointed. Never have I felt so pampered. Maxine's was highly recommended to me by a friend (thanks Cindy). We all know how those "rave reviews" usually fall flat of expectations. NOT THIS ONE!!! Patrick did my color. He is such what I've been looking for; professional, patient and a really good listener. Never before have I had a colorist sit with me and ask me exactly what I wanted then turn and get the job done with such exactness. He went and got pictures to make sure and even threw in a few pieces of his own advice of what he's been seeing other ladies do successfully. Patrick was meticulous with his work while also chatting away with me. Such a sublime experience. REALLY!! Juliane did my cut. WOW!! another exceptional experience. The whole time she talked to me like I was her best friend, making me so comfortable. Plus, she cut my hair perfect. PERFECT!! The outcome? HOT!!! There is nothing like hearing how good my hair looks. MAXINE, PATRICK and JULIANE, thank you. No more worries for me on where to get my hair done!! :):)
Posted on 9/10/2008 by Karen D.
5.0 Stars
If you want THE best colorist ask for Patrick Ryan
If you want THE best colorist ask for Patrick Ryan. I followed him through 3 hair salons because no one is as talented as Patrick. He has a great eye for color, really knows his products, and is very conscientious. I never felt rushed and always felt fully confident in his judgment. I moved from Chicago 8 months ago and am still trying to find someone nearly as good as Patrick.
Posted on 12/4/2006 by toqi c.
4.0 Stars
For a great colorist ask for Patrick
If you're looking for a great colorist I would highly recommend Patrick. He really cares about his clients and knows how to make you look your best. Patrick has great taste and really knows his craft. I've continued to go to him for years because he does a great job and I completely trust him.
Posted on 8/13/2006 by toqi