I am Chandy Kelso.

NBR and IBE™ Hand Tied hair extensions specialist

I have been obsessed with the beauty industry my entire life!!  There’s just such an honor to be trusted to be able to transform someone’s outward appearance enough to give them the confidence they didn’t know they had.

The passion I have for what I do keeps me going through every certification and class possible to make sure I am current and truthfully able to call myself a specialist in this field.  Some of the most recent certifications I have obtained with color are Luxury Stylist with Lo Wheeler Davis and Salt Society’s Balayage master class certification.   I have trained with Danielle K. White, who is the founder of Natural Beaded Rows, and have been certified for many years with them.  I then went to Invisible Beaded Extensions in order to stay up with all current techniques and to ensure I can provide the best services possible for all hair types.

If you are interested in a chance to sit in my chair and be transformed, please fill out the Questionnaire provided by hitting the questionnaire tab at the top of this page.

I am so excited to share this journey with you. And hope to break the mold of what you can dream of and believe could be possible.

I am Chandy Kelso.

NBR and IBE™ Hand Tied hair extensions specialist

I have been obsessed with the beauty industry my entire life!!  There’s just such an honor to be trusted to be able to transform someone’s outward appearance enough to give them the confidence they didn’t know they had.

The passion I have for what I do keeps me going through every certification and class possible to make sure I am current and truthfully able to call myself a specialist in this field.  Some of the most recent certifications I have obtained with color are Luxury Stylist with Lo Wheeler Davis and Salt Society’s Balayage master class certification.   I have trained with Danielle K. White, who is the founder of Natural Beaded Rows, and have been certified for many years with them.  I then went to Invisible Beaded Extensions in order to stay up with all current techniques and to ensure I can provide the best services possible for all hair types.

If you are interested in a chance to sit in my chair and be transformed, please fill out the Questionnaire provided by hitting the questionnaire tab at the top of this page.

I am so excited to share this journey with you. And hope to break the mold of what you can dream of and believe could be possible.

LONG

CARE

Let’s get you those lovely locks, shall we?

LONG

CARE

Let’s get you those lovely locks, shall we?

Thicker, Longer, Healthier? We do it all.

What do I need to know about styling my extensions?

You can wash, blowdry, straighten, curl, or put them in any upstyle like regular hair! All my exentionsion clients receive a how-to hair guide, but here’s a couple key pointers.

  • Make sure you are brushing them morning, night, and before showers, so they don’t get tangled.
  • Using salon exclusive products that are paraben and sulfate free, no to low alcohol content, and lightweight but effective (consult your stylist for specific products)
  • Keeping heat settings for hot tools on medium to low when possible.
Who is an ideal candidate for extensions?

Thick hair, thin hair, long hair, shoulder length hair. Everyone is a potential candidate and it depends on what’s the desired look they’re going for. You can get extensions for the length and fullness you’ve always dreamed of, to fill in those sparse areas that don’t seem to grow, or to just add a little thickness to what you got going on. The ONE thing that I think is important for blending purposes, is for the top layer of your hair to at least be chin length or longer. Not to say that it means you can’t get them, but naturally short hair will require a higher level of styling experience (meaning if you don’t have time to style it, these probably aren’t the best for you).

How often do I need to get my extensions redone?

Depending on the method chosen, how quickly your hair grows, natural oil production, how often you’re washing your hair, whether the extensions were chosen for functionality or for luxury, and level of activity, it can be anywhere from 6-10 weeks.

Do extensions cause breakage, balding, or thinning?

Reality is, I have you in my chair for 1-6 hours (depending on the service), and then I don’t see you for 6-10 weeks! It’s my job to understand that state of your natural hair and determine how and which extension method is best for you, but it is your job to take care of them while you’re not in my chair. SO yes, it can, but I give you the guidance and education to ensure those things don’t happen.

Can you go swimming with extensions?

Ocean water and chlorine from swimming pools can potentially decrease the lifespan of your extensions. The salt and chemicals can dry out the hair, leading to matting issues, as well as strip the color of your extensions. If you still plan on getting your hair wet, I have steps in my hair care sheet that you can take that will help.

Ready to switch up your hair color?

Why does my blonde always turn yellow?

There is always some degree of warmth that is exposed during the lightening process. Toners help cancel out the warmth exposed during the process, but that warmth will always come back due to our hair attempting to revert back to its natural pigmentation, natural elements like UV rays, heat damage, and product and/ or water mineral buildup that causes yellowing. Highly suggest that all blondes invest in my violet or blue shampoo.

How many sessions until I get the color I want?

I have a better idea after our first session together, but there is no way I can guarantee a specific amount of sessions. The one thing I emphasize to my clients is that not everyone’s hair health can maintain or endure the lightning processes they would need to get to their dream hair and there might be a certain point where we have to create a new end goal. The integrity of your hair will always be my number one priority, so I will always keep you informed through every step.

How do I know which service to book?

I offer an intake form on my website where I can tell you which service would be best for you based on the answers you input. If you’re looking for an in-depth analysis and/or explanation of the process to get to your ideal color palette, then you’ll need to book an actual consultation through the button marked color consult.

Thicker, Longer, Healthier?

We do it all.

Why does my blonde always turn yellow?

There is always some degree of warmth that is exposed during the lightening process. Toners help cancel out the warmth exposed during the process, but that warmth will always come back due to our hair attempting to revert back to its natural pigmentation, natural elements like UV rays, heat damage, and product and/ or water mineral buildup that causes yellowing. Highly suggest that all blondes invest in my violet or blue shampoo.

How many sessions until I get the color I want?

I have a better idea after our first session together, but there is no way I can guarantee a specific amount of sessions. The one thing I emphasize to my clients is that not everyone’s hair health can maintain or endure the lightning processes they would need to get to their dream hair and there might be a certain point where we have to create a new end goal. The integrity of your hair will always be my number one priority, so I will always keep you informed through every step.

How do I know which service to book?

I offer an intake form on my website where I can tell you which service would be best for you based on the answers you input. If you’re looking for an in-depth analysis and/or explanation of the process to get to your ideal color palette, then you’ll need to book an actual consultation through the button marked color consult.

COME

US

Thicker, Longer, Healthier?

We do it all.

What do I need to know about styling my extensions?

You can wash, blowdry, straighten, curl, or put them in any upstyle like regular hair! All my exentionsion clients receive a how-to hair guide, but here’s a couple key pointers.

  • Make sure you are brushing them morning, night, and before showers, so they don’t get tangled.
  • Using salon exclusive products that are paraben and sulfate free, no to low alcohol content, and lightweight but effective (consult your stylist for specific products)
  • Keeping heat settings for hot tools on medium to low when possible.
Who is an ideal candidate for extensions?

Thick hair, thin hair, long hair, shoulder length hair. Everyone is a potential candidate and it depends on what’s the desired look they’re going for. You can get extensions for the length and fullness you’ve always dreamed of, to fill in those sparse areas that don’t seem to grow, or to just add a little thickness to what you got going on. The ONE thing that I think is important for blending purposes, is for the top layer of your hair to at least be chin length or longer. Not to say that it means you can’t get them, but naturally short hair will require a higher level of styling experience (meaning if you don’t have time to style it, these probably aren’t the best for you).

How often do I need to get my extensions redone?

Depending on the method chosen, how quickly your hair grows, natural oil production, how often you’re washing your hair, whether the extensions were chosen for functionality or for luxury, and level of activity, it can be anywhere from 6-10 weeks.

Do extensions cause breakage, balding, or thinning?

Reality is, I have you in my chair for 1-6 hours (depending on the service), and then I don’t see you for 6-10 weeks! It’s my job to understand that state of your natural hair and determine how and which extension method is best for you, but it is your job to take care of them while you’re not in my chair. SO yes, it can, but I give you the guidance and education to ensure those things don’t happen.

Can you go swimming with extensions?

Ocean water and chlorine from swimming pools can potentially decrease the lifespan of your extensions. The salt and chemicals can dry out the hair, leading to matting issues, as well as strip the color of your extensions. If you still plan on getting your hair wet, I have steps in my hair care sheet that you can take that will help.

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KC MANE CO
[Sola Salon]
5065 W 117th St, Suite 831
Leawood, KS 66211

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816-786-0608

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