Colour Correction

What colour correction involves

Every correction begins with a detailed consultation and hair history review. We need to understand previous colours, bleaching, home dyes and treatments so we can assess your hair's condition, clarify your goal shade and set realistic expectations.

The service typically combines several techniques in one appointment:

• Toning to neutralise unwanted warmth, brassiness or overly cool hues using colour-wheel theory
• Gentle lightening or colour removal to lift overly dark or stained colour
• Lowlighting or recolouring to add depth and dimension where needed
• Colour balancing to even out patchy areas, bands or obvious demarcation lines
• Bond-building treatments incorporated throughout to minimise damage and maintain elasticity

Depending on your starting point, we may need to darken over-lightened hair, gradually lift very dark colour, or plan a staged approach over multiple sessions to preserve hair integrity. Very complex changes, such as moving from black box dye to cool blonde, often pass through transitional shades first to keep your hair as healthy as possible.

Who this service suits

Colour correction is ideal if you are dealing with uneven or patchy colour, obvious root bands, brassy yellow or orange tones in blonde hair, overly ashy or dull shades, or strong fading that looks far from your goal. Common reasons for booking include home dye mishaps, overlapping colours from multiple treatments, or simply colour that no longer suits you.

Be prepared to invest time and budget. Most corrections take around 150 minutes for moderate complexity, though very involved cases may need a full day or follow-up sessions spaced weeks apart. Pricing reflects the expertise, multiple products and time required, starting from £230.

We always prioritise hair health over speed. If your hair is very fragile, we may recommend less aggressive goals or a multi-visit plan to avoid breakage. The aim is a more even, intentional and flattering colour you can maintain comfortably.

Preparing for your appointment

Come to your appointment with clean but not freshly washed hair, ideally a day or two after your last wash so natural oils protect your scalp. Avoid box dyes or strong home treatments in the weeks leading up to your booking.

Bring clear reference photos of both what you like and what you want to avoid. This helps us understand your taste in tone, depth and contrast. Be honest during consultation about every product and process your hair has been through, including henna, metallic dyes or bleach, so we can plan safely.

Understand that correction is highly individual. The same formula behaves differently depending on hair history and condition, so results and timing vary. If you have an important event coming up, book well in advance to allow time for any refinement sessions.

Aftercare and maintenance

After correction, your hair will need gentle, colour-safe care. Use sulphate-free shampoo and conditioner, wash less frequently, and avoid very hot water to reduce fade and dryness. Expect some sensitivity or dryness initially, especially after strong colour work, so plan for regular deep conditioning masks and in-salon treatments.

Protect your colour from sun, chlorine and salt water using hats, UV sprays and clarifying treatments as needed. Always use heat protectant before styling tools. Most clients return every six to eight weeks for toner refreshes, root touch-ups or gloss treatments to maintain tone and keep ends looking polished.

Our team will give you a clear maintenance plan tailored to your lifestyle, budget and how often you are willing to return for upkeep. Realistic aftercare is what keeps corrected colour looking natural, dimensional and healthy between visits.