ABOUT US

ABOUT

About CHI Hair Imports


Where Beauty Meets Innovation & Legacy

When you hear Chi Hair Imports, you hear excellence, expertise, and an undeniable passion for hair care. Our clients from everyday beauty enthusiasts to global trendsetters trust us for premium hair solutions, expert guidance, and transformative beauty experiences. At the helm is China McNeal, an internationally recognized industry trailblazer with over 30 years of experience shaping the beauty industry.

A Legacy of Expertise & Influence

China’s journey began in 1990 with Salon Salon, a premier destination in Chicago’s elite River North Gold Coast neighborhood. For over three decades, this iconic salon has catered to celebrity clientele, high-profile executives, and beauty lovers, all seeking China’s signature expertise in healthy hair care and flawless extensions.

But China didn’t stop there—she saw the future of beauty and redefined the game.

The Birth of Chi Hair Imports

In 2014, China expanded her empire with Chi Hair Imports Inc., seamlessly blending luxury salon services with digital convenience. Today, our clients enjoy:

✨ Premium hair extensions tailored for protective styling and healthy hair growth
✨ Expert hair care solutions that nourish and restore natural hair
✨ Luxury beauty services from hair transformations to makeup and lash extensions
✨ Online and in-salon experiences for accessibility and convenience


Find everything you need at www.chihairimports.com

An Educator, Mentor & Legacy Builder

China McNeal is more than a stylist—she’s a renowned educator, industry innovator, and mentor shaping the future of beauty. As a featured educator at America’s Beauty Show, she has trained countless stylists in advanced hair extensions, precision cutting, and trendsetting styling techniques. Through her certification courses, she continues to elevate talent and empower beauty professionals to build thriving careers.

One shining example is Melody Thurman (Mel), who joined Chi Hair Imports in 2018 after training under China’s expert guidance. She is now a proud graduate of The Joseph Business School, Mel has since expanded her expertise into makeup artistry and lash extensions, further enhancing the services we offer to our clients. Her success reflects China’s dedication to cultivating talent, nurturing growth, and building legacies—proving that at Chi Hair Imports, we don’t just create beauty; we create industry leaders.

A Beauty Industry Powerhouse

China’s impact spans far and wide:


Featured on the "Steve Harvey Show", transforming a protégé into a successful salon owner.
✨ Provided hair for events at Oprah Winfrey Studios and hit TV shows like Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen and The Real Housewives of Atlanta.
✨ A trusted name in the beauty industry, setting the standard for quality, innovation, and expertise.

Join the Chi Hair Imports Experience

At Chi Hair Imports, our clients are at the heart of everything we do. Whether you’re looking for luxury hair extensions, expert haircare solutions, haircare and hair growth products, or beauty services that elevate your look, we’ve got you covered.

Ready to experience the Chi Hair difference?

Visit us at www.chihairimports.com and explore our journey at www.chihair.net.