📝 The Ultimate Pre-Booking Checklist: Hair Color, Bleach & Highlights

Thinking about a transformation? Whether you want a subtle change or a total makeover, the results depend heavily on your hair’s history and health.

Before you book your appointment, please read through this 4-point checklist to ensure we can achieve the best possible results for you.

1. 🔍 Check Your Hair Condition

The canvas matters. The current state of your hair has the biggest impact on the outcome of bleaching and coloring.

• The Risk: If your hair is already damaged from previous colors, heat styling, or lack of care, further chemical processing can make the texture extremely rough.

• The Warning: In severe cases, processing damaged hair can lead to breakage. If your hair is compromised, we may need to focus on treatment rather than color.

2. 🚫 Color History ( The “2-Year” Rule )

What you did 2 years ago is still in your hair. Please let us know if you have done any of the following in the last 2 years:

• Dyed your hair Black or Dark Brown.

• Used Henna.

• Used Acidic Colors (Hair Manicures/Coatings).

Why is this important? These specific types of dyes are incredibly difficult to remove. Attempting to bleach over them often results in uneven, muddy colors or extreme damage.

• Note: In many cases involving black dye or henna, we strongly recommend don’t do bleach ,highlights or balayage.

3. ⏳ Maintenance & Longevity

Know how long your color will last. Different services require different levels of upkeep.

• Standard Color (Browns/Naturals): If applying to virgin hair, brown bases tend to last a long time. Maintenance is easy—usually just a root touch-up as your hair grows.

• Bleach, Highlights & Balayage: The “toner” (the distinct color you see over the bleached hair) is delicate. It is very sensitive to washing and can fade significantly after just 5 to 10 washes.

  • The Solution: You will likely need to book a re-toning service periodically or use a professional Color Shampoo at home to maintain the shade.

4. 💔 Damage Expectations

Chemicals always affect hair structure. It is important to have realistic expectations regarding hair texture after your service.

• Standard Dye: Causes minimal damage, but your hair will feel drier than virgin hair.

• Bleach/Highlights: This involves stripping pigment from the hair. It causes significant structural impact.

  • Your hair will become porous, sensitive, and very dry.

  • The Commitment: If you bleach your hair, you must commit to a routine of intensive home care (hair masks and treatments) to keep it manageable.

✨ Ready for your transformation? If you have checked these points and are ready to proceed, we would love to help you achieve your dream hair! If you are unsure about your hair’s condition, please book a consultation first.