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At Salon Esprit our aim is to provide the ultimate Hair Color experience, in a relaxed, creative atmosphere.

We use our unique approach of Shape & Balance to create the perfect synergy between cut and color to provide an individual look for your personality and style.

Single Process Color

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Double Process Color

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FASHION COLOR

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SHINE ENHANCEMENT

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Single Process with Accent Foil

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CORRECTIVE COLOR

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BALAYAGE

Balayage is a popular freehand coloring technique that involves painting hair dye directly onto designated sections of hair.  It creates seamless blends of varying tonal reflections throughout the lengths of the hair, either in combination with your natural hair color or ‘built into’ an all-over colored base.

Results can vary from subtle to bold, whether a natural sun-kissed effect or a strong dipped ends fashion accessory. It’s your choice. Commitment level is low, as Balayage does not focus on the roots of the hair.

Service time: Approx. 2 hours

Great for: Creating a strong contrast between the roots and tips of the hair, accentuating your hair shape.

*Service time can vary depending on the length/density of hair and the stylist’s timing needs.

FAQ's

Top 10 Balayage Hair Color Questions & Answers

What is balayage?

Balayage is a freehand hair coloring technique where color is painted onto sections of hair, creating a natural, blended, and sun-kissed effect.

Balayage is hand-painted for a softer, more gradual transition, while traditional highlights use foils for precise, often brighter, sections of color.

No, balayage is considered low-maintenance because it grows out naturally, requiring fewer touch-ups than traditional highlights.

Yes, balayage can be customized for all hair colors and types, from blonde to brunette to red, and on various hair lengths.

Balayage typically lasts 3-6 months or longer, depending on hair growth and desired look.

Can balayage cover gray hair?

Balayage is a freehand hair coloring technique where color is painted onto sections of hair, creating a natural, blended, and sun-kissed effect.

Balayage is hand-painted for a softer, more gradual transition, while traditional highlights use foils for precise, often brighter, sections of color.

No, balayage is considered low-maintenance because it grows out naturally, requiring fewer touch-ups than traditional highlights.

Yes, balayage can be customized for all hair colors and types, from blonde to brunette to red, and on various hair lengths.

Balayage typically lasts 3-6 months or longer, depending on hair growth and desired look.

Single Process Color

A single process color is a hair coloring technique that focuses on applying color to the new growth of hair at the roots. This process helps to blend the roots with the rest of the hair, ensuring a seamless transition between the natural hair color and the previously colored hair.
 

The main purpose of a single process color is to maintain a consistent, uniform color from root to tip, which makes it appear as if your hair has not grown out since the initial coloring.  A proper single process color routine can also help minimize damage caused by excessive coloring, allowing you to enjoy your beautiful hair color without compromising your hair’s health.

Service time: Approx. 1 hour 30 minutes*

Great for: Great for: Maintaining a consistent, uniform color from root to tip, which makes it appear as if your hair has not grown out since the initial coloring.
*Service time can vary depending on the length/density of hair and the stylist’s timing needs.

FAQ's

Top 10 Single Process Hair Color Questions & Answers

What is single-process hair color?

It’s a one-step hair coloring technique where a single color is applied all over the hair for an even, uniform result.

Single-process colors the entire head one color. Highlights involve selectively lightening strands of hair for dimension.

Yes, single-process is excellent for covering gray hair, providing complete and even coverage.

Typically 4-6 weeks, depending on hair growth, color shade, and hair care.

Generally, yes. Single-process is usually less damaging because it involves a single application of color, whereas highlights often require bleaching.

Can I do single-process color at home?

It’s a one-step hair coloring technique where a single color is applied all over the hair for an even, uniform result.

Single-process colors the entire head one color. Highlights involve selectively lightening strands of hair for dimension.

Yes, single-process is excellent for covering gray hair, providing complete and even coverage.

Typically 4-6 weeks, depending on hair growth, color shade, and hair care.

Generally, yes. Single-process is usually less damaging because it involves a single application of color, whereas highlights often require bleaching.

Double Process Color

A double process color is used to achieve the highest level of blonde either through scalp to end lightener or a heavy foil technique known as Platinum Card.

The first step involves lifting the natural or existing pigment from the hair using a lightener (bleach). This process opens the hair cuticle and removes melanin, the pigment that gives hair its color. The level of lift achieved depends on the desired final result and the client’s starting hair color.  
After the hair is lifted to the desired level (usually a pale yellow or near-white for very light shades), a toner is applied. This second process deposits the desired final shade, neutralizing any unwanted undertones (like brassiness) and creating the targeted color.
 

Service time: Approx. 2 hours*

Great for: Beneficial for those who want to extend the time between full hair coloring appointments or for those who have hair highlights.

*Service time can vary depending on the length/density of hair and the stylist’s timing needs.

FOILS

Foils, also known as highlights, are a hair coloring technique that involves sectioning off strands of hair and applying color to those sections using small, rectangular pieces of foil to separate the colored sections from the rest of the hair. This technique adds dimension, depth, and texture to the hair by creating lightened strands that contrast with the base color.

Partial Foil:  Partial foil, also known as half-head foil or partial highlights, involve coloring from the crown of the head and framing the face.

Full Foil: Full foil, also known as full head foil or full highlights, involves highlighting and coloring evenly throughout from the top of the head to the nape of the neck.

Service time: : Approx. 1 hour 30 minutes (Partial)   2 hours (Full)

Great for: Partial Foils are best for those who want a more subtle, natural-looking effect or for those who want to add dimension and depth to their hair without committing to an all-over color change.

*Service time can vary depending on the length/density of hair and the stylist’s timing needs.

FAQ's

Top 10 Foils Color Questions & Answers

What are foil highlights?

Foil highlights involve sectioning off strands of hair, applying lightener or color, and wrapping them in foil to isolate and process the color, creating brighter strands.

A full foil colors highlights throughout the entire head, while a partial foil focuses on specific areas, like the top or sides.

Any chemical process can cause some damage, but professional stylists use techniques and products to minimize it. The level of damage depends on the health of your hair, and how much lighter you go.

Foil highlights typically last 8-12 weeks, depending on hair growth and how well you maintain them.

Yes, foil highlights can help blend and camouflage gray hair, creating a more dimensional and natural look.

What are foil lowlights?

Foil highlights involve sectioning off strands of hair, applying lightener or color, and wrapping them in foil to isolate and process the color, creating brighter strands.

A full foil colors highlights throughout the entire head, while a partial foil focuses on specific areas, like the top or sides.

Any chemical process can cause some damage, but professional stylists use techniques and products to minimize it. The level of damage depends on the health of your hair, and how much lighter you go.

Foil highlights typically last 8-12 weeks, depending on hair growth and how well you maintain them.

Yes, foil highlights can help blend and camouflage gray hair, creating a more dimensional and natural look.

FASHION COLOR

Fashion hair color refers to bold and unconventional shades that go beyond traditional hair colors like blonde, brunette, or red. These fashion colors are intended to make a statement and stand out from the crowd. Some examples of fashion hair colors include electric blue, neon pink, emerald green, and more.
 
Fashion hair color isn’t just about the vibrant shades themselves; it’s also about how they are applied. Creative techniques like color melting, balayage with vivid tones, or intricate patterns can create unique and eye-catching looks.

Service time: ** Requires a Consultation **

Great for: This is an excellent choice for those who want to break away from traditional hair colors and express their creativity and individuality.

*Service time can vary depending on the length/density of hair and the stylist’s timing needs.

SHINE ENHANCEMENT

Shine enhancement, also known as Hair Glossing, is a treatment that boosts the hair’s natural shine and vibrancy.

This is typically an add-on service that prolongs and enhances your hair color. Clear glosses boost shine and definition, while color glosses refresh color-treated hair and combat dullness or brassiness.

Shine enhancement treatments are suitable for all hair types, but they can be especially beneficial for color-treated hair or those looking to combat dullness or brassy tones.

Service time: Approx. 30 mins

Great for: Boosting the hair’s natural shine and vibrancy.

Single Process with Accent Foil

Single Process with Accent Foil refers to strategically placing individual highlights around the face to create a flattering and illuminating effect. Face framing is also a foiling version with less commitment than a partial or complete foil.

For example, placing lighter shades of color around the face can brighten up the complexion and add dimension to the overall hair color. This technique is particularly effective for those with darker hair who want to add warmth and depth to their look.

Service time: 2 Hours

Great for: Bringing attention to the features of the face and complementing the overall hair color.

*Service time can vary depending on the length/density of hair and the stylist’s timing needs.

CORRECTIVE COLOR

Corrective color refers to fixing hair color mistakes, correcting damaged hair, or addressing color issues built up over time.

Common reasons for needing corrective color include:

  • Over-coloring or over-processing hair
  • Mishaps with at-home color, such as using the wrong color or leaving the color on for too long
  • A new color is not turning out as expected
  • Uneven fading of a hair color
  • Damage from bleach or other harsh chemicals

The corrective color process often requires multiple steps and may take several visits to a professional stylist.

Service time: ** Requires a Consultation **

Great for: Restoring hair to a healthy, vibrant state.

*Service time can vary depending on the length/density of hair and the stylist’s timing needs.

FAQ's

Top 10 Color Correction Questions & Answers

What is hair color correction?

Hair color correction is a specialized service that fixes unwanted or botched hair color results, such as brassiness, uneven tones, or incorrect shades.

The cost varies significantly depending on the severity of the problem, the stylist’s expertise, the length and thickness of the hair, and the number of sessions required.

It can take several hours, and in some cases, multiple appointments, depending on the complexity of the correction.

Yes, it can be damaging, as it often involves multiple chemical processes. A skilled stylist will prioritize hair health and use conditioning treatments.

Yes, color correction can neutralize brassy tones by using complementary colors and toning techniques.

Can hair color correction fix uneven hair color?

Hair color correction is a specialized service that fixes unwanted or botched hair color results, such as brassiness, uneven tones, or incorrect shades.

The cost varies significantly depending on the severity of the problem, the stylist’s expertise, the length and thickness of the hair, and the number of sessions required.

It can take several hours, and in some cases, multiple appointments, depending on the complexity of the correction.

Yes, it can be damaging, as it often involves multiple chemical processes. A skilled stylist will prioritize hair health and use conditioning treatments.

Yes, color correction can neutralize brassy tones by using complementary colors and toning techniques.