GREAT HAIR.
GOOD HUMANS.
NO COMPROMISES.
Kelley Swing — Founder
Beauty without compromise
Beauty, Built Different. Individuality Is Kind Of Our Thing.
More than a salon, Head Case Hair Studio is a community of passionate artists dedicated to delivering exceptional hair and an unmatched guest experience. Organic, Sustainable, & Cruelty Free. Specializing in custom color, luxury blonding, extensions, styling, and precision cutting, we combine creativity, education, and attention to detail to create effortlessly beautiful, customized results for every guest.
In 2016, Kelley opened Head Case in Keller, TX to challenge outdated norms about what a salon experience could be. That same standard — vegan, cruelty-free, ammonia-free, sustainably packaged — now runs across both studios, backed by a Certified Green Business designation and Green Circle Salon status, with over 95% of salon waste recycled. Kelley has written on the subject in two books, Sustainable Salons, Beauty without Compromise and The Conscious Beauty Revolution.
Head Case has since expanded to Kansas City, MO, adding a full luxury spa menu alongside color and cuts — head spa treatments, massage therapy, facials, and nails — at Head Case Hair Studio & Spa KC in downtown Kansas City.
2016
Keller flagship opened
2
Studios, one standard
Two Studios
Keller and Kansas City.
Google reviews
What clients are saying.
- 4.8 ★★★★★935 reviews · Keller, TX (opens in a new tab)
- 5.0 ★★★★★261 reviews · Kansas City, MO (opens in a new tab)
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Lynn Connolly (opens in a new tab)
Keller, TX · 4 months ago
★★★★★
Today I walked into Head Case feeling honestly defeated about my hair after a bad experience elsewhere. What I expected to be a quick blowout turned into something much more meaningful. Brandi and Rissa went above and beyond to help me feel comfortable, understood, and cared for. They took the time to truly listen, showed incredible kindness, and made sure I walked out feeling presentable and hopeful about the long process of repairing my hair. As someone navigating post-breast cancer recovery and all the emotional layers that come with it, that compassion meant more than they probably realize. I especially appreciated that they created a calm, safe, drama-free environment and treated me with genuine respect and grace. Sometimes kindness matters just as much as talent, and today I experienced both. Thank you for helping me feel like myself again, even if it’s just the beginning of the journey.
Google review: read all reviews on Google (opens in a new tab)Elizabeth Maloney (opens in a new tab)
Kansas City, MO · 5 months ago
★★★★★
It was my first visit to Head Case on 5/9/26. It was a great experience and I highly recommend this salon to anyone. It's located around all the action at River Market and it was a beautiful day so the area was hoppin with great vibes! The salon coordinator, Erin, checked me in promptly and got me a mimosa (don't mind if I do!). While I waited, I looked around at all the goodies from a pop-up that was going on, which had some really great vintage bags, some art and earrings, and some body scrubs/soap/lotion that I tried and were just lovely. Megan did my luxury pedi and it was fantastic, and she was just lovely. I especially love the copper bowls that Head Case has for pedicures, because I've read terrible stuff about the classic bubbling basins harboring fungus and bacteria. Head Case makes their own body scrub for a really customized experience and Megan used a wonderful pineapple mix and gave me a stellar foot/calf massage. When I was done, up front, Erin helped me pick out an every day lotion with an SPF that had very little fragrance (a must for me), and checked me out. I even got a couple compliments on my hair cut (not done here) from stylists while I was there, so I felt preeeetty cool. :) I had perfectly cute toes to go do some shopping in River Market. I can't wait to come back and try the Head Spa they offer!
Google review: read all reviews on Google (opens in a new tab)Sarah Van Winkle (opens in a new tab)
Keller, TX · 4 months ago
★★★★★
Michelle was awesome! She listened to what I wanted and offered advice on how to complete the cut. I trusted her and LOVE how my hair turned out. I have not stopped playing with it since I left. She was very professional and friendly. I would highly recommend coming here!
Google review: read all reviews on Google (opens in a new tab)Liliana Estrella (opens in a new tab)
Kansas City, MO · 7 months ago
★★★★★
I had such an amazing experience here! Paula completely transformed my hair, she really took the time to understand what I wanted and did an incredible job. Rachel also gave me the most relaxing hand massage while I was there, which made the whole experience feel extra special. Everyone was so welcoming and easy to talk to, and they even gave me a tour of the space. I loved seeing that they have pedicure stations and use natural products for hair and nails. They also offer facials, which I’m excited to try next time. I will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend!
Google review: read all reviews on Google (opens in a new tab)Ainsley Stanford (opens in a new tab)
Keller, TX · 4 months ago
★★★★★
I’ve had the best experiences here the past few years! In the past I’ve gone in for highlights and lightening services and recently I decided to go back to my natural color which was an experience Morty made truly amazing! It was so smooth and she walked me through every step of the process and was transparent of the price I would pay as well. I have a lot of hair and she never fails to make sure she takes the time to get through all of it!!
Google review: read all reviews on Google (opens in a new tab)Patricia Mullen (opens in a new tab)
Kansas City, MO · 3 months ago
★★★★★
Where do I begin? What a wonderful experience. The people were so nice. I met the owner who had originally schedule my appointment. Paula was my stylist and she was fabulous! She listened to my request and did her thing! I love my hair! I will be returning soon!!! I recommend you check them out! They are several different services they offer!
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Services
Sessions Tailored to Your Hair.
Beauty Sessions, Designed Around You. Not sure what to book? We've simplified it.
Salon services can be confusing. Instead of asking you to choose from a long list of individual services, our hair appointments are designed as complete sessions based on the look you want to achieve. Your stylist has the time to customize your color, include the toning your hair needs, and finish your look with a professional blowout. You simply tell us what you want, and we'll help create the session that gets you there.
Our spa services bring that same thoughtful approach to your skin and well-being, using NATULIQUE Certified Organic Beauty for hair care and GM COLLIN professional skincare for elevated, results-focused treatments.
Less confusion. More time, expertise, and beautiful results.
Color
- Ammonia-Free Color Sessions & Highlights
Cuts & Styling
- Haircuts & Barbering
- Curly Hair Specialists & Styling
- Blowouts & Special-Occasion Styling
- Bridal Hair & Makeup
Extensions & Treatments
- Hair Extensions
- Smoothing Treatments & Perms
Waxing
- Facial Waxing
- Full Body Waxing — Kansas City
Spa & Wellness — Kansas City
- Facials & Spa Skin Treatments
- Head Spa Treatments
- Massage Therapy
Nails — Kansas City
- Manicures & Pedicures — GelX, Polly Gel, Builder Gel
The Studio
The people behind the work.
A shared standard across both studios — from stylists trained on the same ammonia-free color system to the nail techs, estheticians, and massage therapists delivering the same level of care, whether the appointment is in Keller or Kansas City.
Recognition
Best Salon & Spa in Keller, TX and Kansas City, MO.
Retail
Take the standard home.
The same Natulique line used in the studio is available to take home — styling and care formulated without ammonia, sold at both locations.
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