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COLOR

A Hair Color service, or a single-process color, is a one step process that enhances your existing hair color, or natural hair color (virgin hair). Hair color can be applied as a permanent, demi permanent, or semi permanent. Each of these has their own color-lasting abilities. You get to choose which suits your lifestyle. And, keep in mind, a professional can aid in making that decision.

AVERAGE COST OF SERVICE: $55-$80

Prior to any hair color service, try to refrain from over-stimulating your scalp such as; vigorous hair brushing and shampooing. These can cause your scalp to become sensitive during the hair color process.
Whether you choose to do this service yourself, or leave it to the professionals, these are the necessary tools and steps you will need in order to achieve a successful hair color process. 

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED:

Protective Cream $5
Coiled Cotton $5
Vinyl or Latex Gloves $9
Hair color $5-$8
Developer $4
Cape $14-$20
Towels $5
Hair Clips $4
Applicator Bottle $3
Color Bowl $3
Color Brush $3
Color-Safe Shampoo $12
Color-Safe Conditioner $12

Step-by-Step Hair Color Process on Re-Growth (Previously Colored Hair)
Choose your desired hair color result.
Place towel, and then cape around neck.
Apply a thin layer of color protective cream around hairline. Be careful not to get into hair, Note: You can also apply coiled cotton around the hairline for extra protection. Some hair colors are a little runny in texture.
Section hair into four sections. Start at center of forehead down to nape of neck. And, then ear to ear. Clip each section with a hair clip.
Using an applicator bottle, mix the specific ratio of developer and then hair color. Put gloves on. Place cap on bottle, squeeze slightly, place pointer finger on tip of applicator bottle, and shake vigorously.
Starting in back left section, use tip of applicator bottle to apply a bead of color only to re-growth. Slide opposite thumb along bead of color to ensure application.
Continue applying to front sections.
Process for 25-30 minutes.
Apply remaining haircolor to midshaft and ends. (Note: You May omit this step if the midshaft and ends blend with the applied re-growth color).
Process for 10-15 minutes.
Shampoo and condition with a color-safe shampoo and conditioner.
Towel dry, and style as desired.

Step-by-Step Hair Color Process on Virgin Hair (Hair Never Colored Before)
Repeat steps 1-5.
Starting in back left section, apply color midshaft to ends, leaving about 1 inch from the scalp.
Continue on back right section, and move to front sections.
Process for 20-25 minutes.
Apply remaining hair color to scalp area.
Process for 10-15 minutes.
Shampoo and condition hair with color-safe shampoo and conditioner.
Towel dry, and style as desired.

It is recommended that you will need to get a color re-touch within four to six weeks to keep your hair color looking fresh and shiny. When you are looking for trusted product recommendations, etc. on keeping that same fresh and shiny look in between appointments, a professional is key.