Today we’d like to introduce you to Liz Bean.
Alright, so thank you so much for sharing your story and insight with our readers. To kick things off, can you tell us a bit about how you got started?
My journey has been anything but traditional. Before becoming a hairstylist, I spent years working in the service industry and navigating some difficult seasons of life. Recovery became the foundation for everything that followed, and this year I celebrated ten years of sobriety, a milestone that continues to shape both my personal life and my business.
I attended cosmetology school later in life and quickly discovered that doing hair was about much more than color and haircuts. It gave me the opportunity to help people feel seen, confident, and cared for. Over the years, I built a loyal clientele, continued my education, and eventually opened my own salon, Inspired by My Son Oliver who has Been my Rock through it all. Including My inspiration to Choose a sober life. After many failed Attempts before he was born.
Like many entrepreneurs, I’ve experienced both successes and setbacks. After operating a larger salon, I made the decision to transition into a private suite environment and create a business that better aligned with my goals as a business owner and mother. Today, I own Revilo Salon, a boutique salon in Parkville focused on personalized service, healthy hair, and helping guests feel like the best version of themselves.
Along the way, I’ve remained passionate about serving my community through recovery initiatives, volunteer work, and providing support to people who are rebuilding their lives. Those experiences have taught me that beauty is about far more than appearance. Confidence, connection, and resilience are often the most transformative things we can offer one another.
Today, I’m focused on continuing to grow Revilo Salon, investing in education, creating an elevated experience for my guests, and building a life with my Son that reflects the values that brought me here in the first place.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
It definitely hasn’t been a smooth road, but I’ve learned that growth rarely happens during the easy seasons.
One of the biggest challenges has been balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. Building a business requires a tremendous amount of time, energy, and sacrifice, and there were many seasons where I was learning as I went. As an independent mother, there isn’t always a safety net, so every business decision carries a little extra weight.
I’ve also experienced challenges that many business owners face but don’t always talk about openly: staffing issues, financial pressures, unexpected setbacks, and learning that not every opportunity or partnership is the right fit. More recently, I navigated significant disruptions to my business after a flood impacted the salon building, forcing me to temporarily relocate to neighboring suites of the other Artists in Elevate Studios. and adapt quickly to continue serving my Guests.
On a personal level, my recovery journey has taught me resilience. Celebrating ten years of sobriety this year is something I’m incredibly proud of, and that foundation has helped me navigate challenges with a different perspective. Instead of asking, “Why is this happening to me?” I’ve learned to ask, “What is this teaching me?”
Looking back, I wouldn’t erase the obstacles. Many of the qualities that help me serve my guests today, empathy, perseverance, adaptability, and gratitude, were developed because of those difficult experiences.
As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
I am the owner and stylist behind Revilo Salon in Parkville, Missouri, where I specialize in dimensional blondes, gray blending, customized color, and healthy hair transformations. I love creating color that feels natural, effortless, and personalized to guest. But I am no stranger to a Fantasy Color Or Mermsid Hair here and there.
What I’m most proud of is being recognized as The Kindest Kansas Citian by June a 5th Grader who wrote about my Haircut Bus Mission. This was a special bus where I and Other Volunteers would give Cuts to our Houseless Community All over Kansas City. I’ve Also volunteered with many other organizations doing this. And I love it! I may even have a pair of clippers / Shesrs in my car to be ready at any point when I’m out and about. 😆
I am also extremely Proud and Grateful for the relationships I’ve built over the years.
Many of my guests have been with me through major life events including weddings, divorces, career changes, recovery journeys, etc.
What sets me apart is that I see beauty as more than what happens in the mirror. Of course, I want my guests to love their hair, but I also want them to leave feeling heard, valued, and more confident than when they arrived.
The salon chair often becomes a place where people can relax, laugh, celebrate, cry, or simply take a break from the demands of everyday life.
I am also passionate about continued education and staying current with modern color techniques and hair health. My goal is to combine technical expertise with an elevated guest experience so every person who walks through my door feels cared for from the moment they arrive.
At the end of the day, beautiful hair is important, but helping people see their own value is what inspires me to keep doing this work. In the Salon and in our community.
In terms of your work and the industry, what are some of the changes you are expecting to see over the next five to ten years?
I believe the beauty industry is moving toward a more personalized, experience-driven approach. Guests want beautiful hair, but they also want healthy hair, customized solutions, and services that fit their lifestyle.
Over the next 5 to 10 years, I expect to see continued growth in gray blending, dimensional color, and hair health-focused services. I also believe the salon experience itself will become even more important, as people seek connection, relaxation, and a break from their busy lives.
While technology will continue to evolve, I don’t believe it will replace the value of human connection. At its core, our industry is about helping people feel confident, and that will never go out of style.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://revilosalon.com
- Instagram: @revilokc
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