Bad color happens. Whether it’s a box dye disaster, another salon’s mistake, or color that’s gone brassy over time—our expert colorists can fix it. With 25+ years of corrective color experience, we restore your hair to beautiful, healthy color.
If you’re reading this page, chances are you’re unhappy with your hair color right now. Maybe you tried a box dye and ended up with orange hair. Maybe another salon left you with patchy, uneven color. Maybe your highlights have turned brassy and dull. Whatever the situation, take a deep breath—we’ve helped countless clients through exactly this, and we can help you too.
Color correction is one of the most complex services in hair coloring, requiring advanced knowledge of color theory, chemistry, and technique. At E Salon Studio, our colorists have over 25 years of experience fixing color gone wrong. We’ve seen every type of color disaster imaginable, and we approach each one with patience, expertise, and a commitment to restoring both your hair and your confidence.
At-home color that turned out too dark, too light, the wrong shade, or left your hair damaged and uneven. We safely remove or correct box color to restore a natural look.
Blonde highlights that have turned yellow, orange, or brassy. We neutralize unwanted warm tones and restore cool, beautiful blonde or natural-looking dimension.
Patchy, banded, or streaky color from improper application. We even out tone and create seamless, natural-looking color from root to tip.
Color that came out much darker than expected or wanted. We safely lighten over-deposited color while protecting your hair's integrity.
Visible lines or bands from overlapping color applications or improper technique. We blend and correct for smooth, even color throughout.
Work from another salon that didn't turn out as expected. We assess the situation and create a plan to achieve the results you originally wanted.
Every color correction starts with a free, no-pressure consultation. We’ll assess your hair, discuss your goals, and provide an honest treatment plan and cost estimate.
Color correction pricing varies based on the complexity of your situation, current hair condition, and desired outcome.
$150+
$300–$500+
Exact pricing provided during your free consultation. We never begin work without your approval of the quoted price.
165 Pleasant St
Marblehead, MA 01945
Tue: 9am – 6pm
Wed: 2pm – 7pm
Thu: 10am – 6pm
Fri: 9am – 6pm
Sat: 9am – 5pm
Color correction isn’t a one-size-fits-all service—every situation is unique, and so is our approach. Here’s what you can expect when you come to E Salon Studio for corrective color work:
We start with a comprehensive consultation to assess your current color, discuss your hair history, and understand your goals. We'll examine your hair under proper lighting, assess its condition, and be honest about what's achievable. This consultation is always free and comes with no pressure—it's simply about gathering information and creating a plan.
Based on our assessment, we create a personalized correction plan. Some corrections can be done in a single session; others require multiple appointments spaced weeks apart to protect hair health. We’ll give you a clear timeline and cost estimate before any work begins.
Using professional-grade products and advanced techniques, we carefully correct your color. This may involve color removal, toning, re-coloring, or a combination of services. Throughout the process, we prioritize the health of your hair, using treatments to minimize damage.
Once your correction is complete, we’ll provide detailed aftercare instructions and product recommendations to maintain your new color. We’ll also schedule any follow-up appointments needed and create a maintenance plan to keep your color looking beautiful.
Honesty is at the core of how we approach color correction. Some corrections can be achieved in a single appointment, while others—particularly those involving very dark box dye or significant damage—may require multiple sessions over several weeks or months. Going slowly protects your hair from excessive damage and ensures the best final result.
During your consultation, we’ll be upfront about what’s possible, how long it will take, and what the cost will be. We’d rather give you realistic expectations than promise something we can’t deliver. Your trust matters to us, and we earn it through transparency and results.
At E Salon Studio, we never sacrifice hair health for speed. If your hair needs time to recover between sessions, we’ll tell you. If a certain result isn’t achievable without causing damage, we’ll recommend an alternative approach. Our goal isn’t just to fix your color—it’s to leave your hair healthy, strong, and beautiful.
Our Marblehead salon welcomes color correction clients from throughout the North Shore, including Swampscott, Salem, Lynn, and beyond. If you’re dealing with a color emergency, don’t wait—call us at (781) 631-6969 or book a free consultation online. We’re here to help you love your hair again.
Color correction pricing varies significantly depending on the complexity of the issue, your hair’s current condition, and the desired end result. Simple toning corrections may start around $150, while complex corrections involving multiple sessions can range from $300-$500+. We always provide a detailed quote during your free consultation before beginning any work.
A single color correction session typically takes 3-5 hours. However, some corrections require multiple sessions spaced 2-4 weeks apart to protect your hair’s health. During your consultation, we’ll give you a realistic timeline for achieving your desired result.
Yes, we regularly fix box dye results. However, it’s important to understand that box dye can be more challenging to correct than professional color because it often contains metallic salts and deposits color differently. We’ll assess your specific situation and create a safe, effective plan for correction.
Any color service involves some level of chemical processing, but our approach prioritizes your hair’s health above all else. We use professional-grade products, incorporate strengthening treatments, and space sessions appropriately to minimize damage. In many cases, clients leave with healthier hair than they came in with because we also address underlying damage during the correction process.
As soon as possible! The sooner we can assess the situation, the more options we have for correction. However, if you’ve just colored your hair, wait at least 48 hours before shampooing and come see us for a consultation. Don’t attempt to fix it yourself with more box dye—this often makes the situation worse.
It depends on your starting point and goal. Some corrections can be completed in a single session, while others—particularly going from very dark to very light—require a gradual approach over multiple appointments. We’ll be honest about what’s achievable and never rush a process at the expense of your hair’s health.
Book your free color correction consultation today. Let our experts assess your situation and create a plan to restore your beautiful hair.
