--- title: "Hair Colour Consultation | Faking It Salon Experts" description: "Book a professional hair colour consultation with Faking It. Personalised shade advice, hair health assessment, and a clear plan for results you love." canonical: "https://www.vanillasalon.co.uk/services/hair-colour-consultation" --- ![Assorted hair color swatches laid on a white board with black numbered tags](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fhair-color-swatches-numbered-tags.jpg%3Fv%3D1775141880580&w=1536&q=75&dpl=dpl_DEc4fGhEc1SCRZZutzoEsRuDy1CJ) Colouring # Hair Colour Consultation £0 10 mins Patch Test Required [Book Online](https://book.frively.com/salons/bed4aad0-2b0d-4ce5-9611-cefb69c616bc/book) Book a focused 10-minute Hair Colour Consultation at Faking It. We assess your hair, discuss your colour history and goals, and outline the safest route to your desired shade. Expect straight advice, shade and technique recommendations, and a clear maintenance plan so you know what suits your hair and lifestyle. ## What's Included Get clear, expert guidance before you commit. - Scalp and hair health check. - Review of colour history and lifestyle. - Shade selection with tone and depth guidance. - Technique advice: highlights, balayage, tint, gloss, or correction. - Maintenance roadmap and appointment planning. - Product and aftercare recommendations. - Allergy alert and strand test guidance if required. ### Who It's For Ideal for new colour guests, anyone planning a significant change, or those seeking correction. Also helpful if you want a plan to keep your colour fresh with minimal damage and downtime. ### Duration & Appointment Timing Your consultation lasts 10 minutes. Book it ahead of your first colour with us or before any major change. If tests are needed, we will book your colour for a later date to keep results safe and predictable. ### Aftercare & Maintenance - Use sulphate-free shampoo and colour-safe conditioner. - Wash with cool to lukewarm water to reduce fade. - Limit heat and always use heat protection. - Book toners or gloss every 4-6 weeks as advised. - Maintain roots every 6-8 weeks for tints, 8-12 for highlights. - Use weekly bond or moisture treatments if lightening. - Return for a check-in if your routine or hair changes. [Book Online](https://book.frively.com/salons/bed4aad0-2b0d-4ce5-9611-cefb69c616bc/book) ## Frequently Asked Questions Do I need a consultation before colouring? Yes, if you are new to us or planning a big change. The consultation lets us assess your hair, set realistic outcomes, and plan the right technique. Can we do the colour on the same day? Sometimes, if time and tests allow. If an allergy alert test or strand test is needed, we will schedule your colour for another day to keep you safe. Will I need an allergy alert test? You may need one if you are new to colour with us, have had reactions, or it has been six months since your last test. We will confirm the requirement during your consultation. What should I bring to the consultation? Bring photos of your current hair in natural light and your goal looks. Share your past colour services, any home dye use, and scalp sensitivities. Is this suitable for colour correction cases? Yes. We will assess condition, explain risks, and map a staged plan if needed to protect your hair and achieve the best possible result. Patch Test Required [Book Online](https://book.frively.com/salons/bed4aad0-2b0d-4ce5-9611-cefb69c616bc/book) ## Available Team Members These team members perform this service - ![Close-up grayscale selfie of a person with long straight hair and neutral expression](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fgrayscale-selfie-long-hair-neutral-expression-48x60.webp%3Fv%3D1775141884987&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_DEc4fGhEc1SCRZZutzoEsRuDy1CJ) Sharron Salon Owner [View](/team-members/sharron-jellis) - ![Smiling woman with long straight hair and bangs in front of large rose-patterned background](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fwoman-smiling-roses-background-48x49.webp%3Fv%3D1775141881225&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_DEc4fGhEc1SCRZZutzoEsRuDy1CJ) Sarah Deputy Manager and Head Stylist. [View](/team-members/sarah-bailey) - ![Person with light-toned hair, nose stud, and necklace seated in a car, neutral expression looking at camera](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fperson-with-nose-stud-car-selfie-48x52.jpg%3Fv%3D1775141820860&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_DEc4fGhEc1SCRZZutzoEsRuDy1CJ) Freya Stylist / Colourist [View](/team-members/freya-barron) - ![Young woman with long wavy hair and defined brows gazes at camera in black-and-white portrait](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fblack-and-white-portrait-young-woman-48x64.png%3Fv%3D1775141821698&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_DEc4fGhEc1SCRZZutzoEsRuDy1CJ) Ivy-Grace Stylist/Creative Colourist /Brow & Lash Technician & Nail Technician [View](/team-members/ivy-grace) Show more team members - ![Young woman with long hair, heart necklaces, nose hoop, and stud earrings against paneled wall](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fyoung-woman-heart-necklaces-nose-hoop-48x60.webp%3Fv%3D1775141880141&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_DEc4fGhEc1SCRZZutzoEsRuDy1CJ) Violet Junior Stylist [View](/team-members/violet-thorn) - ![Young smiling woman with long hair and lanyard in front of oversized rose backdrop](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fsmiling-woman-roses-backdrop-48x50.webp%3Fv%3D1775141878017&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_DEc4fGhEc1SCRZZutzoEsRuDy1CJ) Olivia Creative Director Stylist (Maternity) [View](/team-members/olivia-lambe) ## Related Services Complete your experience with these services - Roots In a Rush £29 – £46•105 mins [View](/services/roots-in-a-rush) - Root Re-Touch £35 – £62•105 mins [View](/services/root-re-touch) - Full Head Colour £43 – £65•120 mins [View](/services/full-head-colour) - Bleached Roots £40 – £68•135 mins [View](/services/bleached-roots) Show more services - Hair Toner £21 – £22•15 mins [View](/services/toners) - Root Tap £25 – £30•30 mins [View](/services/root-tap) - Add On Root Tap and Toner £45•30 mins [View](/services/add-on-root-tap-and-toner) - Crazy Colours £57 – £75•105 mins [View](/services/crazy-colours)