Charles Proper - Best hair salon in Charlotte providing cuts & color
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Located in the heart of Charlotte’s vibrant Southend neighborhood, Charles Proper & Co. is a full-service hair salon — where expert craftsmanship meets laid-back luxury. Step inside and enjoy a relaxed vibe with a blend of beauty, music, fashion, and art.

OUR HAIRCARE PHILOSOPHY

At Charles Proper & Co, we approach haircare as an art form – with instinct, precision, and intention. A great cut or color should do more than look good through a filter; it should move with you, feel effortless, and carry its own quiet confidence in real life.

Sure, a glamorous up-do has its moment, but your hair should be just as captivating lived-in and entirely you on a daily basis.

Our philosophy? A killer haircut gets better with time. It evolves as you do – shifting through phases, growing into new shapes, revealing subtle curves, textures, and edges.

HAIR CUTTING

HAIR COLORING

HAIR TREATMENTS

HAIR STYLING

OUR HAIR STYLIST TEAM

Pricing and service time varies depending on the selected stylist’s experience and expertise.

Smiling man in a dark suit and tie, outdoor portrait with leafy background.

JOSH PENNINGTON

Owner / Hair Stylist
Woman smiling while seated in a chair, wearing a light top with puff sleeves and a patterned skirt, indoors with plants in the background.

CHAE ESCALANTE

Hair Stylist
Portrait of a smiling woman with long dark hair wearing a knit sweater, standing outdoors against a brick wall.

AVILENE SALGADO

Hair Stylist
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MIKE SAUNDERS

Hair Stylist
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ALLISON FRYE

Hair Stylist
Portrait of a woman with long dark hair, wearing a floral dress, tattooed right arm visible with a 'MOM' heart tattoo and other designs.

Kyra Burnor

Hair Stylist
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Gigja Sol Astthordottir

Hair Stylist
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ANNA ZWEIG

Hair Stylist

  • This place is gorgeous and Kyra is AMAZING! She made me feel super comfortable and beautiful!!

    Allison Haver

  • Josh is amazing at what he does, and I love my cut/color every single time! Wouldn't go anywhere else. It's also a BEAUTIFUL space!! Highly recommend!!

    Cameron Mitchell

  • I have followed Chae across salons because not only is she an amazing stylist, but she makes me feel so comfortable and well cared for. Conversation flows easily and she has a keen eye for color and style to compliment my straight fine hair. The salon is beautiful with chill vibes and there’s easy parking which is a big deal for south end.

    Amanda Green

  • Mike did a great job with my haircut and style. Great guy, was personable and actually cuts your hair the way you want. Very clean salon, and cool atmosphere. Will be back again sometime soon.

    Zac

  • The vibes are immaculate. Best salon experience I’ve had. My color is on point every time. Cannot imagine going anywhere else! Having a coffee/alcohol bar in the salon as well doesn’t hurt. 🙂

    Jackie Rich

  • This was my first time visit this salon. The space was beautiful and inviting! I'll definitely be coming back again

    Katy Brabham

  • Charles Proper and Josh are the best! Josh has been my hair stylist for over 15 years and is amazing with color and cut. He really listens to what you want and easily makes it a reality. Charles Proper has a great, laid back vibe and I love the space. I would highly recommend!

    Jamie Fenwick