Hair Colour in Reading
— Our Hair Colour Services
At The 5th Element, we provide professional hair colour services in Reading, tailored to your hair type, lifestyle, and long-term hair health.
Our experienced colourists work with everything from natural, low-maintenance colour to advanced techniques such as balayage, highlights, grey coverage, and colour correction. Every colour service begins with a consultation to ensure safe, realistic, and beautiful results.
🌟 Our Hair Colour Services
Balayage Reading
Achieve a natural, sun-kissed look with our hand-painted balayage technique. Balayage offers soft regrowth lines and a low-maintenance finish that evolves beautifully between appointments.
Ombré & Sombre
Create stunning gradient transitions with ombré or opt for a softer, more natural sombre. These techniques provide depth and dimension while allowing for creative expression.
Foilyage
Our foilyage service combines the precision of foils with balayage for brighter, more luminous highlights, ideal for clients seeking maximum lightness.
Babylights Reading
Ultra-fine, delicate highlights that mimic natural sun-lightening for subtle dimension and brightness without harsh lines.
Highlights & Lowlights
Traditional highlights and lowlights add contrast, movement, and volume. Customise your look with full or partial placements.
Root Tint & Full Head Colour
Maintain vibrant, even colour with expert root tints or transform your entire look with a full head of rich, even colour using Goldwell professional products.
Glossing & Toners
Add high-shine and refresh faded tones with our professional gloss and toner services. Perfect for in-between appointments or after lightening services.
Colour Correction Specialists Reading
If you’ve had a colour mishap, our correction services safely restore your hair’s health and achieve your desired shade with minimal damage.
Grey Blending & Coverage
Expert grey coverage or blending for a soft, natural transition. Achieve youthful, flattering results with tailored formulas.
Creative & Fashion Colours
From vibrant vivid shades to soft pastels, we deliver flawless creative colouring that makes a statement.
Reverse Balayage & Pintura Highlights
Add depth to lighter ends or enhance natural curls with specialist colour placement techniques.
Ring Lighting Highlights
Face-framing highlights that brighten your complexion and enhance facial features for a fresh, youthful glow.
🤝 Why Choose The 5th Element Hair Salon?
- Local experts in hair colouring, trusted by clients across Reading, Tilehurst, West Reading & North Reading.
- Initial consultation to assess your hair condition, colour goals, and skin tone.
- Goldwell professional colour system for consistent, vibrant results.
- Safe, health-first approach with patch testing for every client.
- Personalised aftercare advice to maintain your colour and hair condition.
📅 How to Book Your Hair Colour Appointment
All hair colour services begin with a consultation appointment. This allows us to evaluate your hair, discuss your goals, and perform necessary patch test.
📊 Hair Colour Maintenance Guide
| Colour Service | Maintenance Frequency | Refresh Timeframe |
|---|---|---|
| Balayage | 12-16 weeks | Toner every 6-8 weeks |
| Highlights | 6-8 weeks | As needed |
| Root Tint | 4-6 weeks | Regular maintenance |
| Full Colour | 6-8 weeks | Regular maintenance |
| Creative Colours | 3-5 weeks | Frequent refreshes |
| Grey Coverage | 4-6 weeks | Regular coverage |
🤔 Frequently Asked Questions
How much does hair colouring cost?
We offer personalised quotes after a consultation, as prices depend on your hair condition and desired outcome.
Do I need a patch test?
Yes. Every colour service requires a patch test 48 hours before your appointment to ensure your safety.
How long does a colour appointment take?
Timing varies based on the service but expect 2-4 hours depending on complexity.
Will colouring damage my hair?
We use Goldwell’s professional products and always prioritise hair health with every service.
Can I colour my hair if I'm pregnant?
Yes, but we’ll adjust formulas for extra caution and always perform a patch test
🌟 Areas We Cover
We proudly serve clients across:
Tilehurst
Reading Town Centre
West Reading
North Reading
Pangbourne
Calcot
Caversham
Earley
Woodley
A Professional Guide for 2026
Hair colour has evolved far beyond simply choosing a shade from a chart. In 2026, professional hair colouring is about technique, placement, hair health, maintenance, and long-term results — not just how the hair looks when you leave the salon.