Bright modern living room with white sofa, dark wood coffee table, lounge chairs, area rug, and large window.

Bloomington-Normal has never looked
this good.

The best hair, nails, and skin - all under one roof.

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A salon full of people who are really good at what they do.

The Collective is home to a handpicked group of independent hair, nail, and skin pros in Normal, Illinois. Everyone here runs their own business and books their own clients, so you get matched with the person whose style and expertise fits exactly what you want.

That independence is what makes this place work. Each person built their own name and their own following, and chose to do it here, together, under one roof. You get the focus of someone running their own show, with the energy of a full salon around them.

Come find the one who's right for you.

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What you can get done here

From your color to your nails to your skin, the pros at The Collective cover the services you come in for, each handled by someone who loves the work they do every day.

  • Hairstylist styling a client's long wavy hair in a salon

    Color & Cuts

    Lived-in color, blends, and grow-out-friendly hair cuts that still look good long after you leave the chair.

  • Hair stylist holding a ring of colorful hair extension samples in a salon

    Hair Extensions

    Length, fullness, and the kind of natural, blended finish that comes from someone specializes in extensions.

  • Nail technician giving a client a manicure at a salon table

    Natural and Gel Nails

    Structured gel and natural manicures shaped, built, and finished to last long past your appointment.

  • Esthetician applying a black facial mask with a brush to a client's closed eyelids and forehead.

    Skin, Lashes and Brows

    Facials, lash lifts, brow lamination and tints that shapes your face and keeps your skin glowing and happy.

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See Who's Here

Everyone at The Collective books their own clients, so have a look through the team, see whose work feels like your fit and book online whenever you are ready!

New to the salon and not sure where to start? Send us a note and we'll point you to the right person for what you want.

A space that feels like somewhere you want to be

Warm, welcoming and more then a little bit laidback! The Collective was built to feel less like a waiting room and more like a place you're happy to sit for an hour or two. Gorgeous natural light, amazing people, and a room with real personality.

Don't just take our word for it…

“I did a major transformation from blonde to brunette and Amanda absolutely nailed it. The salon is clean, bright, and such a great experience!”

Emily F., Normal IL

“I’ve been coming to Sami for my nail services for over a year and I can’t say enough good things. She is detail oriented, clean, and truly cares about her clients.”

Madison K., Bloomington IL

“Paige is so talented and sweet. She freshened up my blonde, covered my grays, and cut my curls to perfection! ”

Kourtney M., Normal, IL

Interested in Renting a Chair?

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The Collective is home to independent hair, nail, and skin pros who want to run their own business with a great space and amazing people around them. You keep control of your own books, your own clients, and your own way of doing things, with the support and energy of a full salon behind you.

If you're building something of your own and looking for where to plant it, come see the space, meet a few of the people here, and find out if this is your place.

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Come see us in Normal

The Collective is right here in Normal, Illinois, serving Bloomington and the surrounding towns, from Downs and Towanda to Eureka, Danvers, El Paso, and Heyworth. Whatever you're booking, there's someone here who does it every day and does it well.

Open Monday through Saturday, 8am to 8pm, by appointment only