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The Skyline Downtown Salon Blog — Hair, Beauty & Business in Kansas City

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Inside Kansas City’s Creative Hair Color Scene with Skyline

Creative hair color in KC does not have to feel scary, loud, or over the top. It can be soft, flattering, and totally you, while still feeling fresh and exci...

May 12, 20267 min read

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Salon Insights

Signs Your Hair Is Ready for a Full Makeover in Kansas City

Sometimes you look in the mirror and just feel it. Your hair is not bad; it is just not you anymore. The cut might be the same, the color might still be okay...

May 5, 20267 min read

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Salon Insights

Why Kansas City Hairstyle Trends Keep Changing With the Weather

Kansas City weather is unpredictable. We wake up to sunshine and soft breezes, then head home in wind and humidity that seem to come out of nowhere. It keeps...

April 21, 20265 min read

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Salon Insights

Creative Salon Culture in Kansas City: Inside Skyline

Creative salon culture in Kansas City is not just about cool hair photos. It is about how you feel when you walk in the door and how you feel when you walk b...

April 14, 20266 min read

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Salon Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Curly Hair Salons in Kansas City

Curly hair needs its own kind of love, and not every stylist has the experience or comfort to handle it well. If you have ever had a cut that did not fall ri...

April 7, 20265 min read

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Salon Insights

What Makes a Beauty Salon Stand Out in Kansas City MO?

Kansas City has a lot of personality, and the people here show it in how they dress, how they talk, and yes, how they wear their hair. Whether it is a bold c...

March 31, 20266 min read

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Salon Insights

Why We Love Christian Michael Hair Extensions at Skyline Salon

Great hair should feel like you, just with a little extra magic. At Skyline Downtown Salon in Kansas City, we love helping people step into that version of t...

March 24, 20266 min read

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Beauty Insights

Tips for Shiny Spring Hair Without Sacrificing Texture

Spring in Kansas City means longer days, softer light, and a fresh excuse to switch things up. That energy often makes its way into our closets, playlists, a...

March 17, 20265 min read

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Salon Guides

Christian Michael Extensions: Your Guide to Effortless Dream Hair

Great hair should feel like you, just a little more magical. At Skyline Downtown Salon, we love creating hair that fits your real life, from quick coffee run...

March 3, 20266 min read

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Beauty Insights

Get Game Day Glam for World Cup Matches in Kansas City

The World Cup is coming to Kansas City, and downtown is set to be packed with energy, watch parties, and fans from all over the world. If you are staying or ...

February 24, 20266 min read

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Beauty Insights

Understanding the Difference Between Balayage and Highlights

Let’s be real, it’s easy to get confused between balayage and highlights. We hear both mentioned all the time, especially when scrolling hair inspiration on ...

February 24, 20265 min read

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Salon Guides

How to Get Ready for a Kansas City Event Hair Consultation

Kansas City always has something going on, especially as winter fades and the calendar starts to fill up with spring weddings, charity fundraisers, gallery n...

February 17, 20265 min read