THE BEST HAIR COLOUR IN NORTHAMPTON
Whether you are visiting Wiles Studios in Northampton for a complete hair colour transformation or for your regular colour touch-up, we guarantee a relaxing, inspirational hairdressing experience with extraordinary results.
Each experience is tailor-made to suit the individual. Your in-depth consultation and analysis will ensure that your hair colour is personalised to complement your skin tone, enhance your features and work with your personality and lifestyle. We will also take the time to educate you on how to care for your hair at home to preserve the colour and maintain the condition.
We work with Matrix Professional products to ensure the finest, healthiest colour experience. The expert colourists at Wiles Studios have been trained by Matrix Professional to the very highest level.
It goes without saying that we can create all the classic colours from blondes to brunettes, as well as bold fashion hair shades, and the latest balayage and ombre looks. We love taking traditional colour techniques and injecting our own modern twist.
Please note: You will need to book either a cleanse cut & finish or a cleanse & blow dry with your stylist when you have your hair coloured. Alternatively, book an express blow out with one of our trainee stylists for £10.
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FULL HEAD COLOUR
Deciding upon the perfect hair colour can be challenging without expert help.
Whether you are dreaming of a full head of rich chocolate, vibrant red or subtle copper hair colours, we will help you find a hair colour that will look great with your skin tone and sense of style!
We work with permanent and semi-permanent colours to achieve superb results. We will also always make sure your hair remains healthy and glossy after your hair colour.
Matrix Bond Ultimat8 can be added to the colour formula to protect and strengthen your hair throughout the colour process.
ROOT TOUCH UP
Everyone's hair grows at different speeds but most people will require a root touch up every four to six weeks to ensure we can keep your hair regrowth at bay.
Our colour professionals will expertly touch-up your roots and refresh your hair colour, ensuring your roots blend beautifully with your overall look.
If you have opted for a lower maintenance hair colour such as balayage or ombre, then you can wait longer between root touch-up appointments - although many clients love to come in for a colour gloss in-between visits to give their hair colour some extra vibrancy.
BABYLIGHTS AND HIGHLIGHTS
Highlights are a great way to add depth and dimension to your hairstyle, using different tones to create a multi-dimensional look.
Your hair colour will be expertly applied using foils to create a multi-faceted colour which can be bold, natural, chunky or fine, depending on your desires.
As the name implies, babylights are super-fine strands of colour that run throughout the hair to achieve much finer highlights.
PRE-LIGHTENING & BLEACHING
Icy white-bleached blonde hair is an eye-catching look that has been popular ever since Marilyn Monroe hit our screens!
To transform your hair to platinum blonde, your first step is to book a colour consultation so we can assess your hair, discuss the process, provide you with a quote, and do a skin and strand test. If your hair is dark, bear in mind that you may need more than one appointment to achieve the blonde colour you desire.
Our aim is to create a crisp and vibrant blonde shade and to ensure your hair remains healthy throughout the process. Afterwards, we will also explain which professional products you will need to keep your hair hydrated and healthy.
OMBRE
Ombré comes from the French word which means ‘to shade’. The process is a gradual transformation from darker roots to lighter ends and can be subtle or bold, depending on your requirements.
Forget the obvious edgy line that you used to get when you had dip-dyed hair and think of ombré as a more subtle option that leaves your hair looking more sun-kissed - as though your summer ends have just grown out.
Ombré is also an effective way of adding the illusion of volume to finer hair. If you are struggling with fine hair, please talk to your Wiles Studios stylist for advice.
BALAYAGE
Balayage is the most talked-about hair colour in recent years as it is both on-trend and relative low maintenace. The balayage technique will help to enhance your facial features and your hairstyle.
Meaning 'to sweep', balayage is a freehand technique used to create light and shade throughout the hair. The transition from the base colour to the ends is seamless and fluid to give the appearance of natural, subtle, sun-kissed locks.
You may also have heard of ombré, root stretch, foilayage, reverse balayage, strobing, melting, and smudging - all variations on the balayage theme.
Introducing Our New Refill Station
Single-use shampoos and conditioners are becoming a thing of the past as we all work together to do our part to help protect our planet.
At Wiles Studios, we are delighted to introduce our new Refill Station. We invite you to have an in-depth consultation with one of our experienced stylists who can recommend the most appropriate Authentic Beauty Concept Shampoo & Conditioner for your hair type and needs.
We will then put your chosen hair care products into 250ml retail bottles made from 90% Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) plastic. The bottles also come with Forest Film labels (the first certified wood-based film label material on the market).
Once you have finished with the product, you can bring the bottle back to the salon to be refilled again and again!
Do I need a consultation before booking hair colour?
«A consultation isn’t always required, but it is highly recommended if you’re planning a significant colour change, any lightening or pre-lightening services, or if you’re unsure which colour technique will suit you best.
This allows our stylists to assess the current condition of your hair, discuss your colour goals, explain the process involved, and provide an accurate quote. It also gives us the opportunity to carry out any essential tests, ensuring your hair colour service is safe, personalised, and achieves the best possible results.
What Is Included in a Colour Consultation?
«At Wiles Studios, an in-depth colour consultation is designed to ensure your hair colour is completely personalised to you.
Your stylist will begin with a detailed hair analysis, assessing your hair’s current colour, condition, texture and history. From there, they’ll create a tailored colour plan designed to complement your skin tone, facial features and personal style, while also fitting your lifestyle and maintenance preferences.
Your colourist will also talk you through how to care for your hair colour at home, including advice on the right professional products and routines to help maintain vibrancy, shine and overall hair health between appointments.
What Is a Skin Test and When Is It Needed?
«A skin test (AAT) is a simple safety check carried out before certain hair colour services to help identify any potential allergic reactions to the colour products we use. The test involves a small amount of colour product being applied to the skin to check for any sensitivity before your appointment.
In some cases, your stylist may also recommend a strand test. This allows the team to see how your hair reacts to the lightening process and helps determine the best approach to achieve your desired result while maintaining the health of your hair.
What Is a Strand Test and Why Is It Important for Blonde Services?
«A strand test is used to check how your hair responds to lightener before a blonde or pre-lightening service. It helps your stylist understand how quickly your hair lifts and gives a clearer idea of the possible end result.
At Wiles Studios, strand tests are particularly important for clients looking to achieve very light blonde or platinum shades. Hair can react differently depending on its natural colour, condition and previous colour history.
By carrying out a strand test, your stylist can better predict processing time, tone and hair condition, allowing them to plan the safest and most effective approach. In some cases, especially when lifting darker hair, it may also show that more than one appointment will be needed to achieve the desired blonde while maintaining the health and integrity of the hair.
What Is a Full Head Colour, and Who Is It For?
«A full head colour is a complete colour application from roots to ends, creating an even, all-over shade. This service can be carried out using either permanent or semi-permanent colour, depending on the result you want to achieve.
At Wiles Studios, a full head colour is ideal if you want to refresh your existing shade, deepen your colour, cover greys, or completely change your hair colour.
Your stylist will help you choose a tone that complements your skin tone, personal style and maintenance preferences, while also ensuring your hair remains healthy, glossy and full of shine. Professional advice and high-quality colour products help deliver a result that looks vibrant and natural.
How Often Do I Need a Root Touch-Up?
«Most people need a root touch-up every 4 to 6 weeks, though this can vary depending on how quickly your hair grows and the contrast between your natural roots and your coloured hair.
At Wiles Studios, root touch-ups are a great way to refresh your colour and seamlessly blend regrowth into the rest of your hair, keeping your look vibrant, polished, and well-maintained.
What If I Want a Lower-Maintenance Colour Plan?
«If you prefer a hair colour that requires less frequent upkeep, techniques like balayage and ombré are popular choices. These styles create a softer, more natural regrowth, allowing you to extend the time between appointments without your colour looking flat or patchy.
What Are Highlights, and What Are Babylights?
«Highlights add depth and dimension to your hair by placing lighter tones throughout, usually with foils, to create a multi-tonal, sun-kissed effect. They’re perfect for brightening your overall look or adding contrast to darker shades.
Babylights, on the other hand, are very fine, delicate strands of colour woven throughout the hair for a softer, more subtle highlight. This technique creates a natural, effortlessly blended look that mimics the way hair lightens in the sun.
Do I Need to Add a Cut and Finish When I Book Colour?
«A cut and finish or blow dry is required alongside all hair colour services.
You can choose from a Cleanse, Cut & Finish, a Cleanse & Blow Dry, or an Express Blow Dry with a trainee stylist for £10. Adding a cut and finish helps maintain your hair’s shape, remove split ends, and showcase your colour at its best.