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The Best for Your Beauty

Collective Salon commits to using products known for their transparency and sustainability

One of the first things most people ponder at the start of a new year is their look. "Should I revamp my style? What about finally getting in shape? I should probably take better care of myself." Any of these could be a fine place to start, but there is one way to kick off 2025 where instant gratification can be delivered. 

A new hairstyle. 

Led by Kansas City native Rosalie Volavongsa and her incredible team of hairstylists and barbers, Collective Salon opened in the heart of Mission, Kansas, and in just over one year of business is proving to be a popular choice for both women and men in the area. 

With over 25 years of experience in the hair industry, Volavongsa decided it was time to open her own salon, which became a reality in 2023. Living across the United States and even in London at one time, she has certainly learned how to incorporate a variety of styles and cultures into her skillset. 

Offering hair color, hair cut, hair styling and hair removal services, the salon also shares space with its barbershop. All of the products used are Davines, a company known for their commitment to sustainability and transparency. 

Whether bangs or bobs, cut or color--whatever style you are considering for 2025, Collective Salon can uphold your personal beauty and wellness standards. 

To book an appointment with Rosalie or another hairstylist or barber, visit collectivesalonkc.com/

As one of the few salons that leans into wellness in its beauty standards, Collective Salon intentionally uses Davines hair products because of the company's commitment to sustainability. Davines proudly displays its values and lists the top four as: decarbonization, biodiversity, circularity and bio-corp. Each year, they release a sustainability report that is not mandatory to share details regarding the environmental and social impact of its activities. Their aim is to remain transparent in all they do. 

Volavongsa was exceptionally proud to mark Collective as a salon that priorities indivudual and environmental health. 

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