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Head Case Hair Studio & Spa – Kansas City
We offer expert Hair Color, Precision Cuts, Blowouts, Special Occasion Hair & Makeup, and a full range of Spa Services including Head Spa Treatments, Nail Services, Full Body Waxing, Facials, Eyelash Extensions, and more. Discover sustainable beauty with safer, high-quality products in a relaxing, elevated environment.
Meet our Kansas City Team
Kelley Swing - Founder
Leah Lasala - Director of Education
Leah Lasala - Director of Education
Kelley Swing is a trailblazer in the sustainable beauty movement, salon owner, and author of two influential books dedicated to transforming the beauty industry. With over a decade of salon leadership and deep experience working with thousands of professional hair care and makeup products, Kelley witnessed firsthand how many of the indust
Kelley Swing is a trailblazer in the sustainable beauty movement, salon owner, and author of two influential books dedicated to transforming the beauty industry. With over a decade of salon leadership and deep experience working with thousands of professional hair care and makeup products, Kelley witnessed firsthand how many of the industry’s offerings are not only harmful to consumers—but also to the stylists performing the services and the planet we share.
Driven to create real change, she founded Head Case Hair Studio, a fully sustainable salon model, and later expanded to launch Head Case Hair Studio & Spa KC in downtown Kansas City, MO. Her books, Sustainable Salons: Beauty Without Compromise and The Conscious Beauty Revolution, challenge the status quo and provide a blueprint for a cleaner, safer, and more ethical beauty industry. Through education, advocacy, and leadership, Kelley empowers both professionals and consumers to make more conscious choices in beauty.
Leah Lasala - Director of Education
Leah Lasala - Director of Education
Leah Lasala - Director of Education
With over 40 years of experience in the beauty industry, Leah LaSala has been a highly sought after trainer throughout her entire career. She has educated for top salon professional brands and captivated audiences ranging from a thousand attendees to intimate individual sessions. Leah seamlessly adapted to online training during the COVID
With over 40 years of experience in the beauty industry, Leah LaSala has been a highly sought after trainer throughout her entire career. She has educated for top salon professional brands and captivated audiences ranging from a thousand attendees to intimate individual sessions. Leah seamlessly adapted to online training during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Leah served as the Director of Training and Development at Beauty Brands Inc. for over 17 years, where she crafted the company's comprehensive education platform. She excels in leadership, training, team building, revenue-building strategies, and business acumen. Leah has successfully owned and managed multiple salon locations, including overseeing districts. She is renowned for her achievements in developing a team of 80 trainers and implementing training for all salon management teams.
Leanna - Hair Artist
Leah Lasala - Director of Education
Leanna - Hair Artist
Leanna has a true passion for working with curly hair of all textures and has made it her specialty. While curls are her focus, any hair type would love having her as their stylist thanks to her versatile skills and welcoming approach. Her top priority is ensuring every guest leaves her chair feeling confident, beautiful, and comfortable.
Leanna has a true passion for working with curly hair of all textures and has made it her specialty. While curls are her focus, any hair type would love having her as their stylist thanks to her versatile skills and welcoming approach. Her top priority is ensuring every guest leaves her chair feeling confident, beautiful, and comfortable. She also loves educating clients on the best products and techniques to help them achieve amazing results at home. When she’s not behind the chair, Leanna enjoys spending time with friends and family and caring for her beloved animals, Franklin and Poppy.
Meet our Kansas City Team
Rae - Salon Professional
Rae - Salon Professional
Rae - Salon Professional
With over 20 years of experience in cosmetology, Nicole thrives on creativity and fun, always bringing fresh energy to her work. She’s passionate about creating a relaxed yet lively atmosphere, where every appointment feels like catching up with a friend on vacation. Specializing in both vivid colors, reds, coppers, and seamless gray blen
With over 20 years of experience in cosmetology, Nicole thrives on creativity and fun, always bringing fresh energy to her work. She’s passionate about creating a relaxed yet lively atmosphere, where every appointment feels like catching up with a friend on vacation. Specializing in both vivid colors, reds, coppers, and seamless gray blending, she loves helping clients express their unique style. Outside the salon, Nicole enjoys the vibrant energy of the city, exploring new restaurants, and supporting local talent. But when she’s not soaking up the urban scene, she finds balance in nature by hiking, camping, or tending to her garden
Molly - Hair Artist
Rae - Salon Professional
Rae - Salon Professional
Molly is a master stylist and colorist with 25 years of experience in the industry. Over the years, she has received extensive education and advanced training, including working with renowned Redken artist Sam Villa.
She specializes in gray coverage, blonding, and all forms of highlighting and balayage. Molly is also highly skilled in prec
Molly is a master stylist and colorist with 25 years of experience in the industry. Over the years, she has received extensive education and advanced training, including working with renowned Redken artist Sam Villa.
She specializes in gray coverage, blonding, and all forms of highlighting and balayage. Molly is also highly skilled in precision cutting, taking pride in her ability to customize each look and educate clients on how to style their hair at home.
Her top priority is ensuring every guest feels safe, comfortable, and truly heard throughout their salon experience.
Elaina - Nail Technician
Rae - Salon Professional
Elaina - Nail Technician
Elaina is more than just a nail technician, she’s a master of care, precision, and creating unforgettable experiences. Specializing in elderly pedicures and manicures, she provides each client with the utmost attention, ensuring they feel valued, comfortable, and truly special. Her gentle touch and meticulous technique make every service
Elaina is more than just a nail technician, she’s a master of care, precision, and creating unforgettable experiences. Specializing in elderly pedicures and manicures, she provides each client with the utmost attention, ensuring they feel valued, comfortable, and truly special. Her gentle touch and meticulous technique make every service both therapeutic and beautiful.
Elaina’s dedication to excellence keeps clients coming back after just one visit. Whether it's a perfectly polished manicure or a soothing pedicure, she transforms every appointment into a moment of relaxation and connection. With Elaina, it's not just about nails, it’s about making you feel like the most important person in the room.
Meet our Kansas City Team
Ashley -Esthetician
Emily - Spa Manager/Esthetician
Emily - Spa Manager/Esthetician
Ashley is an experienced esthetician celebrating 22 years in the industry this year. She specializes in customized facials, brow shaping, and full-body hair removal. Known for her exceptional care and attention to detail, she has built a loyal clientele who trust her to nurture their skin and provide the personalized treatments they crave
Ashley is an experienced esthetician celebrating 22 years in the industry this year. She specializes in customized facials, brow shaping, and full-body hair removal. Known for her exceptional care and attention to detail, she has built a loyal clientele who trust her to nurture their skin and provide the personalized treatments they crave and deserve. When she is not at work, she cherishes time with her beloved family. She enjoys traveling near and far, exploring the city to discover something new, watching intriguing films and documentaries, supporting local sports teams, and spending time with her two dogs. She looks forward to welcoming new clients and building lasting connections.
Emily - Spa Manager/Esthetician
Emily - Spa Manager/Esthetician
Emily - Spa Manager/Esthetician
With over 25 years of experience in the beauty industry, this seasoned esthetician brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her craft. She specializes in full-body waxing, particularly Brazilian waxing, dermaplaning, and luxurious, results-driven facials.
Her approach is rooted in professionalism, paired with a highly personalized tou
With over 25 years of experience in the beauty industry, this seasoned esthetician brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her craft. She specializes in full-body waxing, particularly Brazilian waxing, dermaplaning, and luxurious, results-driven facials.
Her approach is rooted in professionalism, paired with a highly personalized touch. Every client is made to feel like the top priority, with an experience that’s both comfortable and customized.
Based in downtown Kansas City, she enjoys traveling, spending time with family, and exploring the vibrant local scene when she's not in the treatment room.
After spending years of successfully running her own business, she’s now excited and ready to return to a team environment. Known for her punctuality, efficiency, and deep respect for her clients’ time, she’s eager to step into the next chapter while bringing her passion and love for the industry along with her..
Josh - hair Artist
Emily - Spa Manager/Esthetician
Josh - hair Artist
Josh is passionate about delivering a fun, personalized salon experience backed by expertise and genuine care. He specializes in blonding, lived-in color, and extensions and is known for his thoughtful approach to consultations. He ensures every guest feels heard and confident in their hair journey.
Josh believes great hair starts with gr
Josh is passionate about delivering a fun, personalized salon experience backed by expertise and genuine care. He specializes in blonding, lived-in color, and extensions and is known for his thoughtful approach to consultations. He ensures every guest feels heard and confident in their hair journey.
Josh believes great hair starts with great communication, and he’s committed to helping you achieve your desired look with skill and intention. When he’s not behind the chair, Josh enjoys relaxing at home with his three beloved dogs, Finn, Ollie, and Baby soaking up all the love and cuddles.
Meet our Kansas City Team
kyla - hair & lash stylist
kyla - hair & lash stylist
kyla - hair & lash stylist
Meet Kyla, a talented hair and lash artist with two years of experience dedicated to helping women feel confident and beautiful. Her passion lies in creating customized looks that enhance her clients' natural beauty. Specializing in hair extensions, Kyla is known for transforming dream hair into reality, providing that extra boost of conf
Meet Kyla, a talented hair and lash artist with two years of experience dedicated to helping women feel confident and beautiful. Her passion lies in creating customized looks that enhance her clients' natural beauty. Specializing in hair extensions, Kyla is known for transforming dream hair into reality, providing that extra boost of confidence her clients love. When it comes to lash extensions, her goal is to deliver stunning, personalized results tailored to each individual.
Outside the salon, Kyla enjoys exploring local coffee shops with her beloved dog, Mr. Sox, and giving back through community volunteer work. Her warm personality and attention to detail make every client experience truly special.
Tatum - Hair Artist
kyla - hair & lash stylist
kyla - hair & lash stylist
Tatum is a passionate stylist dedicated to bringing out the best in every guest. Her goal is to create styles that not only enhance natural beauty but also complement each guest’s unique lifestyle. Whether you're dreaming of voluminous, luscious hair with extensions, the perfect shade of blonde, a vibrant red transformation, or a fresh la
Tatum is a passionate stylist dedicated to bringing out the best in every guest. Her goal is to create styles that not only enhance natural beauty but also complement each guest’s unique lifestyle. Whether you're dreaming of voluminous, luscious hair with extensions, the perfect shade of blonde, a vibrant red transformation, or a fresh layered cut, Tatum is committed to making your vision a reality. She takes pride in using top-quality, all-natural, clean products to ensure your hair stays healthy, vibrant, and stunning.
New talent
kyla - hair & lash stylist
New talent
Are you a passionate stylist, nail technician, massage therapist, or aesthetician looking to be part of something bigger? Head Case KC is leading the way in sustainable beauty, offering a clean, eco-conscious space where artistry meets purpose.
We’re on a mission to redefine beauty—prioritizing non-toxic products, ethical practices, and pe
Are you a passionate stylist, nail technician, massage therapist, or aesthetician looking to be part of something bigger? Head Case KC is leading the way in sustainable beauty, offering a clean, eco-conscious space where artistry meets purpose.
We’re on a mission to redefine beauty—prioritizing non-toxic products, ethical practices, and personal and professional growth. If you’re ready to elevate your career in a salon that values both people and the planet, we want to hear from you!
Located in the heart of City Market, Kansas City
A sustainable salon dedicated to innovation & wellness
Apply today and be part of the future of beauty!
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