Colour Correction
Professional Hair Colour Correction Services At Afro Hairdressing Salon, Edmonton
Home dying sessions gone wrong is often the reason for colour correcting afro hair. If you are currently faced with the dreaded hair colour damage situation, seek expert help at Afrotherapy hair salon in Edmonton.
We advise strongly against the do-it-yourself method as this can cause further damage. Our expert hair colour technicians have many years experience dealing with hair colour damage and are experts in the field.
We can restore your hair back to its original condition thanks to our custom-made hair colour correction treatments using Goldwell hair colour. To prevent further damage and make your healthy again, we can also use hair treatments during the hair colour correction process.
Let’s get to know you and your hair first with a hair colour correction consultation. Contact us on 020 8345 5621 for more information.
Lightening Darker Hair Colours
Dark hair often needs a more intensive lightening process, and with Afro hair being naturally more fragile due to having fewer cuticle layers, it’s important to take a careful approach. At Afrotherapy, we’re very mindful of protecting the hair structure during colouring. Instead of over-processing in one session, we may lighten gradually in controlled stages to maintain strength and minimise damage. We also provide personalised aftercare, including moisture, protein, and strengthening treatments, to keep your hair healthy, nourished, and vibrant long after your colour service.
Why Your Hair Colouring History Matters
Your hair’s history plays a big part in how it responds to new colour. Previous treatments – such as relaxers, texture release, or even box dyes, can all influence the results. Knowing this helps us avoid issues like uneven lift, unwanted tones, or breakage, and ensures your colour is applied safely and effectively. To give the most accurate results, we may carry out a few pre-service tests. These can include strand tests to see how your hair reacts to colour or lightener, porosity and elasticity tests to assess condition and strength, and a compulsory skin (patch) test to make sure there are no allergic reactions to colour. All of this helps us create beautiful results while keeping your hair healthy and protected.
Hair Conditioning Treatments
Over processed hair in most cases, has gone through too much chemical styling making hair brittle and prone to breakage. To eliminate the dryness, we need to add moisture back to hair. Our hair colour technicians can improve the look of your dry and over processed hair with specialist treatments.
Why not try our Renew Strength Treatment, a 3-step customised treatment for moderate to severely damaged afro hair. This customisable system will reconstruct weak, damaged hair as well as increase the elasticity and strength of the afro or multitextured hair.
Changing Hair Colour That Has Gone Wrong
If you, unfortunately, find yourself in a failed hair colour situation, do not beat yourself up as the situation can be remedied. You can go from an already damaged darker shade to a brighter one, or a damaged lighter shade to a darker one.
For a lighter look, a colour removal is applied to hair before creating a new gorgeous colour for your hair. The process is iterated until all traces of the damaged hair colour are gone.
For a darker shade, two different colour applications are required. The first application gives your hair the pigments needed to hold on to the new darker tone. The second brings out the perfect dark shade for your hair.
At Afrotherapy, we will assess your hair for the parts that need colour correcting and the best shades for you.
Book Your Hair Colour Correction Appointment at Afrotherapy Afro Hair Salon in North London
Our team of dedicated professionals are keen on delivering high-quality afro hair services, contact us for your afro multi-textured hair needs and hair colour services.
To book your next hair appointment call us on 020 8345 5621 or book online.
Afro Hair Colour Correction – FAQs
What is hair colour correction and when is it needed?
«Hair color correction is a professional salon service used to fix incorrect hair colour results. It is needed in situations such as:
Uneven Colour: When the colour is patchy or inconsistent.
Unwanted Tones: When the hair colour has turned brassy, green, or another unwanted shade.
Overly Dark or Light Colour: When the colour is too dark or too light compared to the desired result.
Colour Transition: When transitioning from a dark colour to a lighter shade or vice versa.
It is important to note that hair colour correction can involve multiple steps and more than one salon visit. We highly recommend you call us to book a consultation prior to your appointment.
Why visit the salon for colour correction services?
«A professional stylist can assess the hair's condition, determine the best approach, and apply the necessary treatments safely to minimise damage. While there are home colour correction products available, we highly recommended you seek the help of a professional stylist at Afrotherapy for hair colour correction, especially for Afro hair. We have had specialist training on how to fix a range of hair colour issues.
How can I maintain my hair after a colour correction service?
«It is important to look after your hair following colour correction to keep it looking and feeling healthy and prolong the life of your colour.
- Use deep conditioning treatments to replenish moisture and repair any damage.
- Opt for sulfate-free shampoos and conditioners designed for color-treated hair.
- Limit the use of heat tools and always use a heat protectant when necessary.
- Be gentle when detangling and styling to avoid breakage.
What are the most common types of colour corrections the salon carries out?
«We see a wide range of colour corrections in the salon. A common one is home DIY colouring with box dyes, which can often lead to uneven tones or unexpected results – something we noticed a lot after lockdown. We also correct work from other salons, such as patchy highlights or colour that has turned brassy or dull. Another frequent issue is bleaching gone wrong, where the hair has been over-processed, leaving it dry, fragile, or even broken. In these cases, we focus not only on correcting the colour but also on restoring the hair’s health with targeted strengthening and moisture treatments.