Hairtology Salon, Grand Rapids MI

Curly Hair and Perm Services

Do you have curly hair and need the perfect cut, or want a perm to create the curls you’ve always wanted? We’re the curl experts in Grand Rapids!

The owner of Hairtology, Lauralee, has spent a lifetime learning how to make your curls look amazing with the right hair cut and products.

If you’re a curly person, there’s no doubt you’ve struggled to find a professional who truly understood your curly hair and knows how to make it look great.

Look no further than Hairtology Salon!

As a curly girl herself, Lauralee has decades of experience practicing the science behind curly hair, and developing the skills to make yours look great, or create new curls you’ll love.

One appointment at Hairtology will leave you bouncing flawlessly down Michigan Street 🙂

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Curl Hair with Extra Flair!

Hairtology is a 5-Star hair salon for more reasons than one!

Whether your curls are loose and wavy, textured, thick, coiled or coarse, we can make them look great, even on those humid Michigan summer days.

From natural curls to perms, our curly friends choose Hairtology.

In our quiet, quaint salon with only a few stylists, you’ll get styled and pampered in a bright, open, space full of plants and smiles.

Come on it and grab a free cup of coffee or bottle water, a homemade cookie or piece of candy, and get settled in a comfy salon chair.

We’ll take the time to listen to your ideas and work to understand your type of curls.

During your time in the chair, we’ll not only give you a top-quality, expert hair cut, but also a free head and shoulder massage to help ease your tensions away!

We Welcome You!

Take a moment to read our 5-star reviews, schedule an appointment and see for yourself how exceptional skill and cutting-edge science can make your hair look your very best!

“Lauralee is the best! I have curly hair and will only go to her. She is careful to understand different styles I want to try and always makes sure I love my hair before leaving the salon. Traveling and living in other cities, I always book an appointment when I’m back in GR. Especially for curly hair, Lauralee is the only stylist to see!” – Elena C.

“I have thin, baby-fine hair, and LauraLee has always made it look as good as possible. And she has been very honest in apprising what will NOT work with my hair, which has saved me countless disappointing growing-out periods over the years. Love ya’ Lauralee, and admire your creativity and ability!” – Sue O.

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Jen Lorenski

20:46 22 Mar 22

Lauralee is a true wizard with my curly hair!!! I'd trust no one else with it. She's been cutting and coloring it for over a decade. My purple curls get compliments from everyone... from little kids to little old ladies. Lauralee knows exactly how to cut it to make the curls defined and lay right whether I'm wearing it down or up. She has curly hair and knows exactly how to make mine awesome. AND she's an amazing human being too.

David E. Pedersen

13:51 01 Aug 21

I've been a customer of Laura Lee's for 20 years now. I'm a long haired man, and she knows how to cut it just the way I like it. And now my wife and mother in law go to her for haircut's and coloring. Laura Lee and her staff can do most styles and coloring. I'd highly recommend you give her business a try. But you'll need to call in for an appointment, as she's busy most days. Trust me, you won't be disappointed.

Karen Weaver

20:00 20 Apr 21

A lovely salon...so Friendly, flexible, and caring! Oh, and I always love my hair @

Veronica McCargar

20:52 06 Nov 20

Love Stephen and what he does for me and my hair! Laura has a beautiful little salon and it's always very clean. I feel very safe, especially now, going in. Xxoo

Marie McReaken

05:44 23 Jun 20

Lauralee is amazing. She explains why a certain cut/style or color would or wouldn't work for your type of hair and face shape. She makes great suggestions. Her salon is wonderfully set-up. I love my new cut, color and hi-lites! I highly recommend her. Thank you, Lauralee!

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Meet our Stylists

Our team is small, our hearts are huge and our skills are unmatched in the Grand Rapids area.

Lauralee Valkier Stylist at Hairtology Salon in Grand Rapids MI

Lauralee Valkier – Owner and Stylist

Lauralee has been a hair stylist for 25+ years as an owner of an Aveda Concept salon, worked at The Edge Salon and others before opening Hairtology in 2019.

Lauralee works with a wide range of hair types, including textured hair, curly hair and nearly every hair type and style imaginable. She loves to see a client’s vision from inception to completion and there is no style too big or small for her talents.

She has traveled to a great number of educational forums to continue her quest to stay on the cutting edge of current trends, styles and tricks. Her training includes Aveda Concepts, Ellumen, Pureology & Goldwell color and products.

Her goal is for each client to leave knowing they look amazing!

“I always love getting my hair done by Lauralee! The head massage is to die for!” – Kirsten Hetzer

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Madelyn McClatchy – Colorist & Stylist

Madelyn isn’t your average hair stylist. With extensive and continued color education she will take your hair from drab to fab! Dedicated to providing the best possible services and experiences to her clients, she pursues additional education year-round to stay current and on-trend with techniques. Her ability to think creatively combined with her efforts in extensive education allow Madelyn to excel in complex color services.

As a certified Olaplex professional, Madelyn takes extra measures to ensure the integrity of her clients hair throughout chemical services. Not only is it important to her that clients look great, but also that their hair feels great!

Whether it’s a major color transformation or adding some spice to a current look, Madelyn strives to provide personalized services to each of her clients—leaving them with a new level of confidence.

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Stephen Richardson – Stylist

Stephen has over 20 year’s experience in the industry, with 10+ years spend right here in Grand Rapids, MI.

He has owned an Aveda Concept Salon and trained at the Aveda Academy with Oscar Bond, a member of the International Artist and Show Team for Vidal Sassoon. He is a certified Brazilian Blowout stylist.

His inspiration stems from an ability to completely change the way a client feels about themself through the transformation they see in the mirror.

He enjoys making clients look better than they ever thought they could, and instilling confidence in their inner beauty.

“He is great and always is welcoming and makes my hair look fabulous! – Veronica M.

629 Michigan Street NE, Ste D.
Grand Rapids MI 49503

(616) 608-3620

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