At Hair & Soul Wellness Hub in Lilydale, we’ve seen it all — from DIY colour mishaps to tones that just don’t suit. Whether you're colouring your hair for the first time or maintaining your signature shade, it’s easy to fall into common traps.
Let’s walk you through the top hair coloring mistakes people make — and how to avoid them with help from professional stylists who care about both colour and hair health.
1. Choosing the Wrong Shade for Your Skin Tone
The mistake: Picking a colour based on a trend, photo, or what works for your friend.
Why it matters: The wrong tone can wash out your complexion or clash with your natural features.
How to avoid it: We help you choose a shade that complements your skin undertone, eye colour, and personal style. Our goal? A hair colour that enhances you — not just the look.
2. Using Box Dye at Home
The mistake: Grabbing a supermarket box dye thinking it’s a quick fix.
The result: Uneven colour, patchy roots, or long-term damage from harsh chemicals.
How to avoid it: Box dyes are one-size-fits-all — but your hair isn’t. At the salon, we customise the formula based on your hair’s condition, colour history, and goals.
3. Skipping the Consultation
The mistake: Wanting a drastic change without talking it through.
Why it matters: Past treatments, medications, or hair health can affect how colour takes — and how safe it is to apply.
Our solution: Every colour appointment at Hair & Soul Wellness Hub begins with a personalised consultation. We listen, assess, and plan your best path forward — whether subtle or bold.
4. Using the Wrong Aftercare Products
The mistake: Washing coloured hair with regular shampoo.
The risk: Stripping away colour and moisture, leading to fast fading and dryness.
How to avoid it: Always use sulphate-free, colour-safe shampoo and conditioner. We recommend salon-tested products designed to lock in colour, maintain shine, and keep hair feeling soft.
5. Overprocessing or Changing Colours Too Often
The mistake: Bleaching too frequently, overlapping colours, or switching from dark to light too fast.
The damage: Breakage, split ends, and dry, fragile hair.
How to avoid it: Healthy hair = better colour. We create safe colour schedules and won’t compromise your hair’s integrity for a short-term trend. Sometimes, achieving the dream shade takes time — and that’s okay.
6. Skipping Toner or Gloss Appointments
The mistake: Thinking once the colour’s in, the job’s done.
The reality: Toners and glosses help control undertones (like brassiness) and add rich shine. They’re essential, especially for blondes and vibrant colours.
What we recommend: A toner or gloss refresh every 4–6 weeks keeps your colour looking salon-fresh.
Ready for Beautiful, Healthy Colour?
Hair coloring should feel exciting, not overwhelming. Whether you’re going lighter, bolder, or just want a subtle refresh, we’re here to make it stress-free and stunning — every time.