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.
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.
Top 10 Balayage Hair Color Questions & Answers
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.
Balayage can help blend and camouflage gray hair by creating dimension and contrast throughout your hair. However, it’s not designed for full gray coverage. If you have significant gray and want complete coverage, a single process color or demi-permanent color may be a better starting point. Many of our clients combine a single process root touch-up with balayage for the best of both worlds. Your stylist at Salon Esprit can recommend the right approach during a consultation.
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*
Top 10 Single Process Hair Color Questions & Answers
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.
While box color kits are available at drugstores, we don’t recommend them. Professional single process color is custom-formulated by your stylist to match your exact shade, account for your hair’s underlying pigment, and achieve even coverage without damage. Box color is one-size-fits-all and frequently results in flat, unnatural tones, uneven coverage, or unexpected color that requires professional correction. The cost of fixing a box color mistake almost always exceeds the cost of having it done right the first time.
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.
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.
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.
Top 10 Foils Color Questions & Answers
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.
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 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 refers to fixing hair color mistakes, correcting damaged hair, or addressing color issues built up over time.
Common reasons for needing corrective color include:
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.
Top 10 Color Correction Questions & Answers
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.
