#225: Rooted in Care: The Science and Soul of Healthy Hair with Polaris Salon

In this episode of the Kankakee Podcast, host Drew Raisor sits down with Erica Billingsley, owner of Polaris Salon in Bourbonnais and a certified trichologist—a specialist in scalp health and hair loss. With over 25 years in the industry, Erica shares how her passion for beauty and science led her from cosmetology school to becoming one of the few trichologists in the region. She opens up about the emotional side of hair loss, how water and lifestyle affect our hair and scalp, and the therapies that can help restore both confidence and health.

From her start as a colorist to opening Polaris, Erica’s story is one of growth, education, and purpose. She discusses her commitment to creating a welcoming, educational space for clients and stylists alike—where science meets self-care and everyone can feel confident in their own skin.