Curl-Safe Colour
DES Curl Spa is a Vancouver curly hair salon offering curl-safe colour for wavy, curly, and coils.
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We start with a curl and scalp assessment, then tailor your colour and finish to keep definition, shine, and healthy hair.
Colour Services
Overview
- Refresh your roots for seamless regrowth coverage and a consistent, polished colour, while keeping curl integrity and scalp comfort in mind.
- Service length: 2-3 hours depending on regrowth amount, density, and your finish style.
What's Included
- Curl + scalp check in
- Custom root formulation (grey coverage or blend plan included)
- Precision root application with clean sectioning and protected hairline
- Process and emulsify for an even transition into your mids
- Cleanse + conditioning treatment
- MicroMist steam hydration treatment
- Styling of your choice
For Who
- Visible regrowth and want a seamless refresh
- Want consistent grey coverage or a softer blend
- Maintaining your current shade, not changing it
- Prefer a hair health approach with curl friendly finishing
Price
Varies by curl stylist and starts at $280
Overview
- A full colour refresh from roots to ends for an even tone, rich dimension, and a healthy looking finish that complements your curls and lifestyle.
- Service length: 3 - 4.5 hours depending on length, density, previous colour, and your finish style.
What's Included
- Curl + scalp check in, colour history review, and goal planning
- Custom all over formulation (single shade or tailored root to end refresh plan)
- Full application, timing, and emulsification for even saturation
- Cleanse + conditioning treatment
- MicroMist steam hydration treatment
- Styling of your choice
Eligibility/ For Who
Eligibility
If your goal is to go lighter:
- Hair must be virgin (no previous professional colour, box dye, or henna)
- Lightening can achieve 1 to 3 levels of lift without bleach (e.g., from black to chocolate brown).
If your goal is to go darker:
- Previously coloured hair is acceptable
For Who
- Want one shade from root to ends
- Ends look faded and need richness and shine
- Going darker or refreshing your current tone
- Full head grey coverage, not just roots
- Prefer a curl conscious, hair health approach
Price
Varies by curl stylist and starts at $330
Overview
Signature Colour + Curl Shaping
- A full roots to ends colour refresh for an even, rich tone, paired with a curly cut to refine your shape, finished with a healthy looking shine that complements your curls and lifestyle.
- Service length: 3.5 - 5 hours depending on length, density, previous colour, and your finish style.
What's Included
Signature Colour + Curl Shaping
- Curl + scalp check in, colour history review, and goal planning
- Custom all over formulation (single shade or tailored root to end refresh plan)
- Full application, timing, and emulsification for even saturation
- Curly cut
- Cleanse + conditioning treatment
- MicroMist steam hydration treatment
- Styling of your choice
Eligibility/ For Who
Eligibility
If your goal is to go lighter:
- Hair must be virgin (no previous professional colour, box dye, or henna)
- Lightening can achieve 1 to 3 levels of lift without bleach (e.g., from black to chocolate brown).
If your goal is to go darker:
- Previously coloured hair is acceptable
For Who
- Want one shade from root to ends
- Ends look faded and need richness and shine
- Going darker or refreshing your current tone
- Full head grey coverage, not just roots
- Prefer a curl conscious, hair health approach
Price
Varies by curl stylist and starts at $330
Overview
- A dedicated consultation to assess your scalp and hair, review your full colour history, and create a curl safe colour plan tailored to your goals and lifestyle, with a patch test included when needed.
- Consult length: 30min
What's Included
- Full colour history review
- Scalp and hair check in
- Patch test when needed
- Personalized colour plan tailored to your goals and lifestyle.
For Who
For those who have:
- Banding or visible lines from previous colour
- Used henna (past or recent)
- Had a reaction to hair colour
- Used box dye at any time
- Had previous salon colour, toner, or gloss
- Unsure what colour service to book
- Hesitant and want a clear, low pressure plan first
Price
BOOK NOW for $25
Overview
- Refresh your roots for seamless regrowth coverage and a consistent, polished colour, while keeping curl integrity and scalp comfort in mind.
- Service length: 2-3 hours depending on regrowth amount, density, and your finish style.
What's Included
- Curl + scalp check in
- Custom root formulation (grey coverage or blend plan included)
- Precision root application with clean sectioning and protected hairline
- Process and emulsify for an even transition into your mids
- Cleanse + conditioning treatment
- MicroMist steam hydration treatment
- Styling of your choice
For Who
- Visible regrowth and want a seamless refresh
- Want consistent grey coverage or a softer blend
- Maintaining your current shade, not changing it
- Prefer a hair health approach with curl friendly finishing
Price
Varies by curl stylist and starts at $280
Overview
- A full colour refresh from roots to ends for an even tone, rich dimension, and a healthy looking finish that complements your curls and lifestyle.
- Service length: 3 - 4.5 hours depending on length, density, previous colour, and your finish style.
What's Included
- Curl + scalp check in, colour history review, and goal planning
- Custom all over formulation (single shade or tailored root to end refresh plan)
- Full application, timing, and emulsification for even saturation
- Cleanse + conditioning treatment
- MicroMist steam hydration treatment
- Styling of your choice
Eligibility/ For Who
Eligibility
If your goal is to go lighter:
- Hair must be virgin (no previous professional colour, box dye, or henna)
- Lightening can achieve 1 to 3 levels of lift without bleach (e.g., from black to chocolate brown).
If your goal is to go darker:
- Previously coloured hair is acceptable
For Who
- Want one shade from root to ends
- Ends look faded and need richness and shine
- Going darker or refreshing your current tone
- Full head grey coverage, not just roots
- Prefer a curl conscious, hair health approach
Price
Varies by curl stylist and starts at $330
Overview
Signature Colour + Curl Shaping
- A full roots to ends colour refresh for an even, rich tone, paired with a curly cut to refine your shape, finished with a healthy looking shine that complements your curls and lifestyle.
- Service length: 3.5 - 5 hours depending on length, density, previous colour, and your finish style.
What's Included
Signature Colour + Curl Shaping
- Curl + scalp check in, colour history review, and goal planning
- Custom all over formulation (single shade or tailored root to end refresh plan)
- Full application, timing, and emulsification for even saturation
- Curly cut
- Cleanse + conditioning treatment
- MicroMist steam hydration treatment
- Styling of your choice
Eligibility/ For Who
Eligibility
If your goal is to go lighter:
- Hair must be virgin (no previous professional colour, box dye, or henna)
- Lightening can achieve 1 to 3 levels of lift without bleach (e.g., from black to chocolate brown).
If your goal is to go darker:
- Previously coloured hair is acceptable
For Who
- Want one shade from root to ends
- Ends look faded and need richness and shine
- Going darker or refreshing your current tone
- Full head grey coverage, not just roots
- Prefer a curl conscious, hair health approach
Price
Varies by curl stylist and starts at $330
Overview
- A dedicated consultation to assess your scalp and hair, review your full colour history, and create a curl safe colour plan tailored to your goals and lifestyle, with a patch test included when needed.
- Consult length: 30min
What's Included
- Full colour history review
- Scalp and hair check in
- Patch test when needed
- Personalized colour plan tailored to your goals and lifestyle.
For Who
For those who have:
- Banding or visible lines from previous colour
- Used henna (past or recent)
- Had a reaction to hair colour
- Used box dye at any time
- Had previous salon colour, toner, or gloss
- Unsure what colour service to book
- Hesitant and want a clear, low pressure plan first
Price
BOOK NOW for $25
How It Works
Our Curl-Safe Colour Process
1. Colour Consult
We review colour history, assess curls and scalp & create a plan based on your goals and lifestyle
2. Colour Application
Tailored colour formula with bond protection and a pH balancing finish for healthy defined curls.
At-Home Guide
Leave with an at home curl care tips, product guidance, and a refresh plan for lasting results
Colour Made For Curls
FAQ
How often should I book a root touch up?
Most clients book every 4 to 8 weeks, depending on regrowth speed and grey coverage needs.
How much regrowth is considered a root touch up?
Best results are typically within 0.5 to 1.5 inches of regrowth. Beyond that, we may recommend a different approach for evenness.
I have a sensitive scalp, can I still colour?
Possibly. We will assess scalp health, recommend patch testing, and adjust the plan if needed.
Will colouring damage my hair or change my curl pattern?
Colour can impact moisture and strength, especially when lifting or correcting old colour. Curl pattern changes usually happen with over processing or already fragile hair.
To reduce risk, we check porosity and elasticity first, use the gentlest developer that will work, support bonds, control timing, and finish with conditioning plus pH balancing. If your hair is compromised, we may recommend a slower multi visit plan.
What if I have box dye on my hair?
Please let us know in advance. Box dye can cause uneven lift, stubborn warmth, and banding. It does not mean you can’t colour your hair, but it often changes the plan. You may need a consult, a strand test, and possibly a corrective session before we can reach your goal.
Is a colour consultation required before booking?
Not necessary!
A colour consultation is required only if you have banding from previous colour, have used henna or box dye, have had a past reaction to colour, or have previous colour, toner, or gloss. It’s also recommended if you’re unsure or hesitant, so we can review your colour history, check your scalp and hair, and create a curl safe plan before your appointment.