Team Talent Bios

CHARLES W. NELSON

Owner, Educator, Color & Hair Extension Specialist, Independent Master Stylist

Voted Best Hair Stylist, Best of the Fox 2015, 2016, 2017 & 2018!

Charles has been a Stylist for over 25 years, specializing in signature and corrective hair color, Balayage, Ombre and custom Hair Extensions. He is proud to have been voted “Best Hairstylist” by Best of the Fox 3 years in a row! Education is his passion and he has personally trained numerous successful Stylists through the Chazio’s Associate Program. Charles interests include health, fitness and weight lifting. He is also a certified Reiki Master and avid meditation practitioner. Charles lives with his wife, Gwendolyn and children, Chase & Chazzz, in his hometown of Crystal Lake.

GWENDOLYN R. NELSON

Salon Staff Support & Coach

Gwendolyn has been a member of the Chazio’s Family since 1994! In the salon, she assists with the daily flow and coordination of the Team to ensure a great experience for all. She is also the coach to every team member, helping them to reach their goals, career promotions, and personal bests. She is a certified Reiki Master and her interests include fitness, creative writing, and interior design.

ANDREA D.

Independent Master Stylist

Andrea is known for her fashion forward looks and personality. She has been part of the Chazio’s Family for over 10 years. Her specialties include rich dimensional color, as well as, Balayage, and Ombre. In her free time she enjoys running and raising her 3 beautiful children.