Transforming Hair

Restoring Confidence

Empowering You

At HairLab Chicago, we help people experiencing hair loss reconnect with their health, confidence, and sense of self. Whether your hair loss is due to autoimmune conditions, cancer recovery, postpartum changes, or hormonal shifts, our holistic and science-based care restores both scalp health and self-esteem.

We empower women and everyone to feel whole, confident, and beautiful again.

A Personalized Approach to
Hair Wellness and Confidence

Every journey begins with listening. We provide private, personalized guidance for anyone navigating hair thinning, shedding, scalp concerns, or the need for a custom non-surgical hair solution — through two complementary collections, shaped around your hair, scalp, lifestyle and goals.

Three Pathways – One Personalized Experience

Where Would You Like to Begin?

Some guests begin with one pathway; others move across all three. You don’t need to know exactly what you need before your first appointment — we’ll help you find the right starting point.

Hair Follicle Wellness

Trichology, Scalp Analysis & Follicle Health

Understanding and supporting your hair, scalp and follicle wellness — personalized hair & scalp analysis, restorative scalp care, structured wellness support, and relaxation focused scalp experiences. Every recommendation begins with what we observe together.

Hair Replacement & Systems

Toppers, Hair Systems & Custom CRLAB CNC

Custom toppers, hair systems, extensions and wig options, and ongoing maintenance — including our signature custom CRLAB CNC hair systems, matched to your coverage, lifestyle, comfort and goals.
 

Coordinated Medical Care

In Collaboration with Northwestern Hair Restoration

When hair loss has a medical driver, physician-directed diagnosis, laboratory testing, prescriptions and hair transplant are coordinated with your HairLab plan through our collaboration with Dr. Vinay Rawlani — where every plan begins with evaluation, not a menu.

Within the Hair Replacement and Systems Pathway

Your Personalized CNC Options

The most personalized option in our hair-replacement pathway: custom CRLAB CNC hair systems, completely adaptable and designed to move with you and your daily routine.

DAILY WEAR SYSTEM

Perfect for those who prefer flexibility and wish to remove their system each day.

BONDED WEAR SYSTEM

Provides up to four weeks of secure, carefree wear — swim, exercise, and live fully without compromise.

EXTENDED WEAR SYSTEM

Designed for several days of continuous comfort and easy maintenance.

Whichever method you choose, your system is designed for your lifestyle – beautifully, naturally, and confidently.

Personalized Guidance – Trusted Collaboration

A Care Model Built Around
the Follicle and the Whole Person

Healthy hair begins at the follicle. Our care begins there too — and when a hair-loss journey calls for medical evaluation, HairLab works alongside a physician so your wellness care and your medical care stay coordinated, without ever leaving our lane.

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Your hair journey may include scalp wellness, custom non-surgical hair solutions, medical care, or a combination of approaches. HairLab Chicago leads the follicle-wellness and non-surgical side — hair and scalp analysis, restorative scalp care, custom hair
systems and ongoing maintenance.

When physician-directed care is appropriate, we collaborate with Dr. Vinay Rawlani of Northwestern Hair Restoration. Their care is built on a principle we share: it is never chosen from a menu. A medical plan begins with a diagnostic evaluation — so treatment is
matched to what is actually driving the loss, not guessed at. Any diagnosis, testing, prescription or surgery is provided by the physician’s practice; HairLab remains your home for wellness and nonsurgical care.

HAIRLAB PROVIDES —
WELLNESS & NON-SURGICAL

  • Hair & scalp analysis and follicle wellness
  • Clinical trichology & scalp treatments
  • Custom CRLAB CNC hair systems & toppers
  • Non-surgical hair replacement & maintenance

NORTHWESTERN PROVIDES —
PHYSICIAN-DIRECTED

  • Comprehensive diagnosis through laboratory testing, scalp biopsy, and advanced follicle assessment
  • Prescription management & medical oversight
  • Hormonal, metabolic & dermatologic evaluation
  • Hair transplant surgery, when it is the honest answer

Every medical plan begins with understanding — not a menu.

MEET THE FOUNDERS

The Vision Behind Hairlab Chicago

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Chanel Kwak & Debbie Ansay-Martinez

HairLab Chicago was founded by Debbie and Chanel — two women who personally experienced the emotional and physical impact of hair loss, and built HairLab as a place where compassion meets expertise.

We bring holistic trichology and modern technique together to support scalp health, hair vitality and self-confidence. Every plan is grounded in what we observe and guided by empathy — because a hair restoration journey should care for more than just the scalp.

Not Sure Where to Begin?

Start With the Conversation
That Fits Your Main Concern

Three clear starting points. Choose the one that matches what brought you here — there is no wrong door.

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Hair & Scalp Wellness

Hair & Scalp Analysis

You are experiencing shedding, thinning, reduced density, breakage, scalp discomfort, or changes you want to understand before choosing a treatment or product.

 
  

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NON-SURGICAL HAIR REPLACEMENT

Hair System & Topper Consultation

You are exploring immediate coverage, added volume, a custom topper, partial hair system, or wig option — including our signature CRLAB CNC hair systems. We’ll compare your options and match one to your life.

  

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COORDINATED MEDICAL CARE

Medical Evaluation & Diagnosis

You want to understand the medical drivers of your hair loss, or you’re considering prescriptions, a scalp biopsy or a hair transplant. Begin with a physician-directed diagnosis through our collaboration with Northwestern Hair Restoration — where every plan starts with evaluation, not a menu.

Who We Support

You Deserve to Feel
Heard and Understood

HairLab Chicago welcomes women and men seeking personalized support for concerns such as:

Increased shedding or changes in hair density
Alopecia and other forms of visible hair loss
Visible scalp or progressive thinning
Trichotillomania-related coverage needs
Postpartum, perimenopause or menopause-related change
Custom toppers, partial systems or wig options
Stress- or lifestyle-related hair changes
CRLAB CNC hair systems
Dryness, buildup, excess oil, flaking or scalp discomfort
Hair system maintenance, scalp care, cutting, color and styling
who we help
You do not need to arrive knowing the name of the service you need. Begin with the consultation that most closely matches your primary concern, and we'll guide the next step.

Client Experiences

Real Stories. Behind Hair Confidence.

Every guest comes to HairLab Chicago with a different story — some seeking answers about their scalp or shedding, others ready to explore added coverage, a custom topper, or a personalized hair system.

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Amazing experience! Debbie the owner is so knowledgeable and informative about scalp health/condition. They offer so many options for people with different hair challenges. Anna gave me a to-die-for spa treatment on my hair that was like nothing I've ever experienced! 10/10!
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5 out of 5 ! Love everything about this procedure. Very relaxing, no rush , smells amazing and most of all my hair was so shiny and scalp felt very clean . Thank you hair lab ! Definitely coming back !
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Milo M
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At Hairlab Debbie and staff are great and have amazing technology and expertise to analyze and vastly improve my situation. Debbie genuinely cares about her patients hair and health and goes the full length to help out. I highly recommend Hairlab Chicago.
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I highly recommend Hairlab Chicago, as someone with Thricotillomania I am very careful when choosing haircare. Everyone at Hairlab Chicago is not only a professional they treat every client with empathy compassion and respect. They are also always learning and innovating so you know you are getting the latest in hair care. I’ve been a regular client for years and will continue.
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Jacky Lopez
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I’ve been going here for about 3 months and I’ve already noticed a difference in my scalp as I had issues with thinning hair. Definitely will continue coming for my treatments! I highly recommend them 😊
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Katie B
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I have been coming to Hairlab Chicago since April 2021 and my experience has been consistently excellent. Chanel, Debbie, Kathy and Anna are all incredibly warm, professional and knowledgeable. Hairlab offers many solutions for hair loss and everything is customized to each individual needs. Their systems are natural looking and expertise they provide really sets them apart. I also appreciate how attentive they are with ongoing hair care. Chanel does an excellent job styling my hair every time. My hair looks fuller, natural and healthier. I leave happy and confident every single visit. I highly recommend Hairlab Chicago! They truly restore your hair and your confidence.
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Kira Farmer
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I went here after I had to shave my head for brain surgery. They had so many options for different hair types and medical needs. Everyone there was super nice! I had a really good experience.
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Maria Waters
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I have been coming to HairLab Chicago for 3 years and I am always completely satisfied with their professionalism. I travel 4+ hours to get to them because they are worth every penny. The ladies here are so welcoming and make you feel like family! Above all, the work they do is so needed and appreciated for those struggling with hair loss. I Give them a 12 out of 10 for their craft! Love Chanel, Kathy, Anna and Debbie...you will too once you meet them!
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Sonya Prilutsky
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Debbie and Kathy have been an insanely supportive in my hair journey!! I came in with diffuse hair loss, and they jumped to action with their technology and products to support my regrowth. Throughout the entire process, I’ve been able to see that there’s a light at the end of the tunnel and I’m so grateful to have them support me through it. We’ve made comprehensive plans and milestones to track progress. I’m excited for those before and after pics. I highly recommend them to anyone dealing with any type of hair loss. They have the skills and experience to help everyone through their journey!
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Hairlab Chicago Locations

Serving Deerfield and
Downtown Chicago

HairLab Chicago welcomes clients in Downtown Chicago and Deerfield seeking personalized hair and scalp wellness, custom toppers, CRLAB CNC hair systems, non-surgical hair replacement, and professional maintenance.

Your experience begins with a private conversation, clear choices, and guidance shaped around your individual needs.