our story
Michelle Marie Szczesny, the proud creator of Salon Extend Ltd
Michelle started her salon and traveling concepts in 1998. She currently partners in Salon MMM in Palatine, Illinois. After extensive training and witnessing the need in the world, she became a certified Wig and Hair Extension specialist. Formerly a national educator with Great Lengths, this inspired her to become a master of her trade and retailer of Hair U Wear — the #1 hair addition and wig company in the world. Her passion is for people and creating beauty within — giving you a “look good, feel good” attitude to succeed in all you desire!
Our mission is to be the solution for anyone who is experiencing changes that cause hair loss.
There are several things that can create a shift in the health of your hair.
“Extending top quality hair services to you in the privacy of your own location, or ours.”
Our experience is unparalleled in this industry.
Our goal is to celebrate YOU.
When you need hair we’re there.
We specialize in on-site hair creations and have selected the top choices in Wigs, Hair extensions, Hair additions, Custom hair pieces, Hair thinning solutions, Image consulting, Total image design, Custom color creations, Precision hair cutting and styling to finish fabulously! We bring the salon to you or enjoy the comfort of our Palatine, Illinois salon.
Trust our experience and dedication. We are here for you!
Chicago • since 1998
Experience & Certifications
Formerly employed by Oprah Winfrey at Harpo Studios in Chicago, Illinois and two times salon owner and current owner of Salon MMM in Palatine, Illinois. Owned Salon Extend in Barrington, Illinois from 1998 to 2006 and also hundreds of hours of continuous education in wigs and hair additions and advanced hair color and cutting classes to stay current and cutting edge in every aspect of the industry!
- Great Lengths national educator
- Great Lengths hair extension specialist
- Certified Aqua hand tied hair extensions
- Certified in Cosmo hair
- Certified in Euro So Cap
- Certified wig specialist with Hair U Wear
- Certified in Brazilian blowout
- Graduate of New York Institute of Photography
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