The holidays are magical—twinkling lights, festive playlists, scented candles, and that cozy buzz of togetherness. It’s the season of joy, indulgence, and connection… but let’s be honest: sometimes, the magic comes with a side of chaos. Between family dinners, endless social invites, shopping lists, and “must-do” traditions, it’s easy to forget yourself, your energy, and even your own joy. That’s where boundaries come in—but setting them can feel… tricky, especially when ever

Every season is a good time to give back — but as food assistance programs are being taken away, our communities in the Kansas City Metro feel this need a little more deeply. Whether it’s a bag of canned goods or a few hours volunteering, small acts of generosity add up to big change. Food banks and community pantries across the metro continue to feed families, seniors, and children in need — and they rely on local neighbors like us to keep their shelves stocked. This month,

Every October, Kansas joins communities nationwide in celebrating Filipino Heritage Month — a time to honor history, contributions, and...

Kansas City is gearing up for a vibrant Hispanic Heritage Month in September 2025. The lineup includes large-scale festivals like Fiesta...

Summer often brings thoughts of sunshine, adventure, and long days filled with plans and activity. But even in the midst of the season’s...

At Elevate, we talk about hydration a lot—and it’s not just about how many ounces of water you drink (though that’s important too!). In...

At Elevate, we believe haircuts should reflect your identity—not fit you into a box. That’s why we’ve moved beyond traditional “men’s” and “women’s” services and embraced something more inclusive: gender-free haircuts.

This Mother’s Day, we’re celebrating care in all its forms — especially the care that often goes unseen. For too long, society has...

The community of Kansas City is coming together this year to celebrate Earth Day this year.

With highlighting season upon us and the itch to go blonde strong, you don’t have to commit to four-hour highlighting services to...

No, you’re not imagining things—your skin is behaving differently

Hi there! I’m Ashlee McGeachy, a Senior Stylist here at Elevate. I’m truly passionate about creating beautiful hair color experiences for...

With Earth Day approaching, we wanted to raise awareness about some important issues. It's no secret that Elevate is a sustainable,...

Dr. Rudine Sims Bishop introduced the concept that reading can offer us a mirror, a window, or a sliding glass door. An advocate for...

Virtual work is still here in a big way. While it’s nice to sit in bed getting things done, more and more we’re seeing Freelancers and...

Not sure where to begin with your clean skincare journey? It can get overwhelming when you’re faced with an internet full of products and...

Of our product lines, I must admit that CULT+KING is tied for my top favorite. With a commitment to sustainability, ingredient...

With a dream and hope, Jenn founded Elevate to be a space of Earth-loving practices and products where everyone could come and feel included

The holiday season is often thought of as a time full of joy, celebration, and togetherness. However, during the hustle and bustle, it's...

Written by Jenn Doppelt Is self-care a luxury? How does one even define self-care in a world that is dominated by performance and...