Box dye that went too dark. Highlights that turned orange. Banding from years of different colours. Colour that just isn’t what you asked for. If any of this sounds familiar, you’re not alone: colour correction is some of the most rewarding work I do at Fabuluxe Hair Studio.

Here’s what’s involved, so you know exactly what to expect.

What is colour correction?

Colour correction is any service that fixes or significantly changes existing colour, rather than simply refreshing it. Every correction is different, because every head of hair has its own history. Common examples include:

Lifting out dark box dye to go lighter
Neutralising orange, red or yellow tones
Blending patchy colour or banding (different shades in stripes)
Fixing highlights that are too chunky, too bright or too warm
Going from very light back to a natural darker shade

Why it starts with a consultation

Before I touch your hair, I need to know its story: what colours you’ve used, when, and whether you’ve had any treatments like keratin. Box dye and older colour layers behave differently from natural hair, so this history helps me choose the safest approach.

I’ll also do a strand test where needed, to see how your hair lifts and how strong it is.

Will it take more than one appointment?

Sometimes, yes. Hair has limits, and pushing too far in one sitting risks breakage. Depending on your starting point, a correction might be done in one longer appointment or over two or three sessions a few weeks apart. I’ll always be upfront about this at your consultation, so there are no surprises.

What happens during a colour correction

Removing or lifting old colour with foils, a gentle colour remover or lightener, depending on what’s needed
Bond protection throughout, often with K18, to keep the hair strong
Toning and refining to create an even, flattering shade
Finishing with a blow-dry and a home-care plan

How to prepare for your appointment

Be honest about your colour history, even the box dye from two years ago
Bring photos of the result you want (and what you don’t want)
Arrive with dry, unstyled hair
Allow plenty of time; corrections are longer appointments
Avoid colouring at home before you come in

Aftercare: protecting your new colour

Use a sulphate-free, colour-safe shampoo
Use purple or blue shampoo once a week if warmth is a concern (see how to fix brassy hair)
Book a toner refresh every six to eight weeks
Skip box dye, so we’re not starting over

Let’s fix it together

With nearly 20 years’ experience in colour, I’ve corrected just about every colour situation. Book a consultation and we’ll plan the safest route to the colour you want. You can see more transformations in the Our Work gallery.

Fabuluxe Hair Studio
Shop 2/16 Boronia Road, Vermont VIC 3133
Monday to Thursday, 9:30am – 6:00pm (selected Sundays by appointment)
Phone: 0461 509 421

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