--- title: "Colour Melt Hair Colour in Handcross | Aaron Russell" description: "Colour Melt creates a seamless blend from root to tip for believable dimension, shine and softer regrowth. Low-maintenance, polished results." canonical: "https://www.aaron-russell.net/services/colour-melt" --- ![Person with long, glossy dark brown wavy hair, subtle makeup, wearing black top and gold chain in salon](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Flong-wavy-brown-hair-salon-portrait.jpg%3Fv%3D1762696486937&w=1536&q=75&dpl=dpl_5HwZ5btMjd1PN9brRSFBMT929TSC)![Person with long, glossy dark brown wavy hair, subtle makeup, wearing black top and gold chain in salon](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Flong-wavy-brown-hair-salon-portrait.jpg%3Fv%3D1762696486937&w=1536&q=75&dpl=dpl_5HwZ5btMjd1PN9brRSFBMT929TSC) Colouring # Colour Melt £80 – £195 60 - 75 mins Patch Test Required [Book Online](https://book.frively.com/salons/1fe1b162-9133-439a-847f-5f3f2c05f908/book) Colour Melt creates a seamless gradient from root to tip for believable dimension and softer regrowth. It smooths the join between your natural shade and lighter pieces, brightens the mid-lengths and ends, and leaves hair glossy and healthy-looking. Ideal if you want low-maintenance colour with a polished finish that works with your cut and your diary. ## What's Included A focused, end-to-end colour service designed for a seamless blend and minimal upkeep. - Personal consultation to map your tones, natural depth and desired placement. - Root shadow or smudge tailored to your base for a soft start point. - Multi-tone melting through mid-lengths and ends to erase lines and add dimension. - Toner or gloss to refine tone, neutralise warmth and boost shine. - Blow-dry and finish to check the blend and refine the result. - Personalised aftercare guidance and a maintenance plan. ### Who It's For If you like colour that looks natural, grows out softly and fits a busy schedule, Colour Melt is for you. It is ideal for softening foil or balayage lines, blending early greys, refreshing faded ends or bringing brunette and dark blonde shades to life. We adapt the depth, tone and placement to suit your cut, natural level and skin tone. It can be subtle and low-contrast or dialled up with brighter face-framing pieces. It works on most hair types and can be planned to sit seamlessly with extensions. ### Duration & Appointment Timing Allow around 60 to 75 minutes for the service, depending on hair length, density and starting shade. First visits and major tone changes may take a little longer for precise mapping. Adding fresh highlights, face-framing or a cut will extend the timing. Arrive with dry, product-light hair so consultation and colour mapping can start promptly. ### Aftercare & Maintenance Use colour-safe shampoo and conditioner, plus heat protectant when styling. Rinse with lukewarm water and reduce heat tools to preserve shine and tone. Book a gloss top-up at 4 to 6 weeks if you want to refine tone, and a melt refresh at 8 to 12 weeks to maintain the gradient. The blend grows out softly, so you can comfortably stretch appointments if needed. Follow a stylist-recommended toning shampoo when appropriate and limit chlorine and prolonged sun exposure. Your aftercare plan will be tailored to your hair and routine. [Book Online](https://book.frively.com/salons/1fe1b162-9133-439a-847f-5f3f2c05f908/book) ## Client Reviews 5.0 Based on 4 reviews - m magda lubecka > No words to express how happy I am with the final effect. the color is perfect, the service is very nice, Kayleigh who took care of me was excellent. I will definitely come back. - A Angela Silva Dias > Always a great experience to come to the salon. Mary works wonders! She really listens and taylor makes a fabulous colour, cut and blow dry service. - J Jo Turner > Lovely salon. Freya is a great stylist & colourist. All services professional, friendly & comfortable. - L Laura Dale > I saw Bria and she did a colour melt and cut for me. She is unbelievably talented. Everyone at Aaron Russel are so good at what you do and you are all so lovely. I have been coming for years and will never go anywhere else. Thank you so much. I am really happy 😊 ## Frequently Asked Questions What is a Colour Melt? It is a technique that blends multiple shades from root to tip so there are no harsh lines. The result is believable dimension, glossy tone and a soft grow-out that keeps colour looking fresh for longer. How is Colour Melt different from balayage or a root melt? Balayage is a highlighting method, and a root melt softens only the root area. Colour Melt merges two or more tones from root through mid-lengths and ends, often over existing foils or balayage, for a fully blended gradient. How long will my Colour Melt last? Expect around 8 to 12 weeks before needing a full refresh, depending on hair growth and the level of contrast you choose. A gloss at 4 to 6 weeks keeps tone and shine on point between visits. Will a Colour Melt cover or blend grey hair? It can seamlessly blend early greys by softening the root area and melting shades through the lengths. For full coverage, a root tint can be combined with your melt during the same appointment. Is Colour Melt suitable for my hair type and current colour? Yes, it suits most hair types and levels from dark blonde to brunette, and it can soften strong highlights for blondes. If you have very dark box colour or heavy build-up, we may map a staged plan to reach your goal safely. Patch Test Required [Book Online](https://book.frively.com/salons/1fe1b162-9133-439a-847f-5f3f2c05f908/book) ## Available Team Members These team members perform this service - ![Smiling woman with long wavy blonde hair, black blazer, blue background](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fsmiling-woman-blonde-hair-headshot-blue-background-48x52.jpg%3Fv%3D1761745906266&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_5HwZ5btMjd1PN9brRSFBMT929TSC) Kayleigh Senior stylist [View](/team-members/kayleigh) - ![Smiling woman with long dark hair in black top wearing a single-strand rhinestone/tennis necklace](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fhannah-1739522807-48x52.jpg%3Fv%3D1780505736395&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_5HwZ5btMjd1PN9brRSFBMT929TSC) Hannah Stylist [View](/team-members/hannah) - ![Smiling woman with dark blunt bangs, wavy shoulder-length hair, nose ring, wearing black sheer blouse](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Flisa-1709755548-48x52.jpg%3Fv%3D1780505740540&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_5HwZ5btMjd1PN9brRSFBMT929TSC) Lisa Senior Stylist [View](/team-members/lisa) - ![Smiling man with trimmed beard wearing dark blazer and polo against bluish-gray background](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fharry-1709755396-48x52.jpg%3Fv%3D1780505740390&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_5HwZ5btMjd1PN9brRSFBMT929TSC) Harry Senior Stylist [View](/team-members/harry) Show more team members - ![Smiling young blonde woman with long wavy hair, gold necklaces, and dark backdrop](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Ffreya-1709755632-48x52.jpg%3Fv%3D1780505739086&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_5HwZ5btMjd1PN9brRSFBMT929TSC) Freya Senior Stylist [View](/team-members/freya) - ![Smiling older man with short white hair and goatee wearing a light blue striped shirt](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fbarry-holt-1504887440-48x52.jpg%3Fv%3D1780505736211&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_5HwZ5btMjd1PN9brRSFBMT929TSC) Barry Senior Stylist [View](/team-members/barry) - ![Smiling young woman with long straight dark hair wearing black cardigan and cross necklace](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fbria-1740517769-48x52.jpg%3Fv%3D1780505737772&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_5HwZ5btMjd1PN9brRSFBMT929TSC) Bria Academy Stylist [View](/team-members/bria) - ![Smiling woman with long wavy brown hair against a dark background](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fmary-1739522617-48x52.jpg%3Fv%3D1780505737638&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_5HwZ5btMjd1PN9brRSFBMT929TSC) Mary Senior Stylist [View](/team-members/mary) ## Related Services Complete your experience with these services - Root Tint £30 – £58•30 - 45 mins [View](/services/root-tint) - Full Head Tint £35 – £70•30 - 45 mins [View](/services/full-head-tint) - Scalp Bleach From £115•45 - 60 mins [View](/services/scalp-bleach) - Half Head Colour Melt £60 – £150•45 - 60 mins [View](/services/half-head-colour-melt) Show more services - Root Blend £54.50 – £109•45 - 60 mins [View](/services/root-blend) - Refresh Toner £35 – £57•30 - 45 mins [View](/services/refresh-toner) - Colour Correction £100 – £250•120 mins [View](/services/colour-correction) ## Related Blog Posts - [![Before-and-after hair color transformation from brassy red/purple to smooth chestnut brown](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fbefore-after-chestnut-hair-transformation.jpg%3Fv%3D1762954591695&w=1536&q=75&dpl=dpl_5HwZ5btMjd1PN9brRSFBMT929TSC) ### Colour correction explained, timelines, stages, and cost Need a fix after box dye or banding, our colour correction Handcross specialists explain stages, timings, and costs, and how we plan your safe journey. 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