New Jersey's hard water is one of the fastest ways to dull a color job before it should fade — Dawn formulates and glosses every color service with that in mind, not a one-size-fits-all base, and she's the only colorist who touches your formula, appointment to appointment.
From single process color to balayage and corrective work, every color appointment is built around your actual hair and the water and climate it has to survive in central New Jersey, not a generic salon recipe. Because it's a single-stylist studio, your formula is written down and reused by the same person every time — no repeating your color history to someone new.
Hair Coloring Services
What Hair Coloring Costs
Starting prices for Hair Coloring services range from $35 to $270. The final price depends on the service you choose and anything you add to it.
| Service | Starting at | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Single Process Color | $93+ | 1 hr 15 min – 2 hr |
| Men's Color | $73 | 45 min |
| Non-Ammonia Color | $97+ | 45 min |
| Gloss | $35+ | 15 min – 45 min |
| Surface Highlights | $140+ | 1 hr 30 min – 2 hr 30 min |
| Full Highlight | $185+ | 1 hr 30 min – 3 hr 30 min |
| Surface Balayage | $210+ | 1 hr 45 min |
| Full Balayage | $270+ | 2 hr |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does hard water really affect my hair color here?
Yes — central New Jersey's water is notably hard, and it's a documented cause of color fading and buildup faster than in areas with softer water. Dawn accounts for this in the formula and glossing schedule she recommends.
What's the difference between balayage and highlights?
Highlights (surface or full) are foiled in sections for a more uniform, consistent lightness. Balayage (surface or full) is hand-painted for a softer, more natural graduation of color. If you're not sure which fits what you want, book a Corrective Color Consultation first.