From an increase in DIY hair dyes to more demand for in-salon colour services, it’s clear that the pandemic has changed the way we colour our tresses. And with mask-wear inhibiting makeup application, it’s no wonder more women are turning to bright and vivid hair colour to accessorise their look. Bold colours, from blondes to purples and reds lift the spirits and make you look more alive, even with a mask on.
A two-step technique that delivers a seamless blending of a darker base and lighter streaks for a natural and effortlessly chic look. More importantly, the subtle transition at the hair roots ensures easy maintenance, minimising salon visits as our hair grows out.
From $295. Visit Chez Vous Hair Salon at #05-05 Ngee Ann City, Tel: 6732-9388.
This popular highlighting technique uses painting strokes to place colour onto the hair, creating movement to give hair depth and dimension. Thanks to senior lead stylist, Milcah Gee, our hair was given a fresh new look as a result of her intricate colour weaving technique.
From $185. Visit Jeric Salon at #B4-48 Orchard ION, Tel: 6509-9709.
A new technique that creates dimension and movement, making tresses pop. Plus, unlike many balayage techniques that tend to look better with curls, this is equally as flattering on straight hair too. We left with glossy colour and shampoo commercial worthy hair.
$489. Visit Picasso Hair Studio at 662 North Bridge Road, Tel: 6291-0691; #01-49 Goldhill Plaza, Tel: 6224-0221
Not travelling yet? Not to worry, this freehand Balayage technique creates a graduated and natural looking finish that mimics sun-kissed locks with no harsh lines, especially as the hair grows out. The use of pre-lightening products also kept our hair soft and supple even after bleaching.
From $195. Visit Yann Beyrie at #03-01D Wisma Atria, Tel: 6235-2476.
Using Goldwell’s Integrated Protect System, you get a vibrant and distinct hair colour, guaranteed to turn heads. In addition, the brand’s unique Equalizer System 2.0 ensures that colour stays beautiful and even from regrowth to hair ends. With our stylist’s eye for colour, along with his confident and experienced colour application, the finished result was nothing short of amazing. Despite our current patchy coloured locks, we left with an even wash of purple that made our complexions look fair and healthy.
From $140. Visit Juno Hair at 243A Victoria Street, Tel: 6255-1132.
Prep Luxe is the place to go to if you’re looking to go blonde. With the team’s experience, the results are stunning with minimal damage. While most stylists would apply bleach all over, director Den Ng painstakingly created depth and dimension with his unique application to ensure that our darkened hair was easily lightened. The result: A flattering ash blonde that is never brassy or orange.
From $340. Visit Prep Luxe at #01-62 Capitol Piazza, Tel: 6384-1406