What is permanent global colour?

Permanent global colour is a complete, edge-to-edge colour treatment applied from root to tip using an oxidising formula that permanently alters the hair's pigment. It is the definitive service for grey coverage, delivering uniform and long-lasting colour. Unlike semi-permanent colour, it cannot be removed; it can only be grown out or lifted with a separate lightening service. Root regrowth appointments every 6-8 weeks are recommended to maintain the result.

What is the difference between permanent and semi-permanent hair colour?

Permanent colour uses an oxidising formula that permanently changes the hair's natural pigment; it cannot be removed, only grown out or lifted with a lightening service. Semi-permanent colour deposits tone without oxidising, making it gentler on the hair with no long-term commitment: it fades gradually over 6-12 washes. Crucially, semi-permanent colour cannot lift or lighten the hair; a lightening service is required first if you want to go lighter. Permanent is the right choice for grey coverage and lasting colour change; semi-permanent is ideal for grey blending, shine, and commitment-free colour exploration.

What is balayage and how is it different from foil highlights?

Balayage is a freehand colouring technique where colour or lightener is painted directly onto sections of hair rather than enclosed in foils. This produces a natural, sun-kissed gradient with softer, less noticeable regrowth lines, typically needing maintenance every 3-4 months rather than every 6-8 weeks. Foil highlights isolate each section for more controlled, precise lightening with a defined contrast. Balayage is best suited to mid to long hair lengths and creates a more organic, lived-in result; foils are preferred when more uniform coverage or a brighter, more consistent blonde is the goal.

What is the difference between Classic Foils and Super Blonde Foils?

Both Classic and Super Blonde foil services use the same L'Oréal Blond Studio products. The difference is in weave density and the number of foils placed. Classic Foils are placed at a natural density, creating dimension, contrast, and movement through the hair; they are the most common foiling service and right for the majority of clients. Super Blonde Foils use a finer weave at significantly higher density, leaving more of the hair lightened. The result is brighter and more uniformly lifted, suited to those aiming for very light blonde, high contrast, or comprehensive coverage.

Is toning included in a foil highlights service at Scanlon Hair?

No. At Scanlon Hair, toning is a separate add-on service, priced independently from the foil or balayage service. In almost every appointment your stylist will recommend it, as toning is what transforms lifted hair from warm and unrefined to a polished, finished colour result. Toning options include root shadows, colour melts, cool icy blondes, and warm honey or caramel tones.

00 Featured services

Hair colour, balayage
& styling services.

Everything you need to know about our featured services: what each delivers, what to consider before you book, and the add-ons worth including.

Permanent colour Semi-permanent colour Foil highlights Balayage Haircuts Nanoplasty View pricing

01 Featured service

Permanent global colour.

The ultimate in seamless, head-to-toe colour saturation. A result that reads as rich and intentional as you feel.

Permanent colour in full

02 Featured service

Semi-permanent global colour.

All the richness of a colour result. A gentler chemistry and a softer commitment, for hair that looks deeply considered without the permanence of a full colour change.

Semi-permanent colour in full

03 Featured service

Bespoke balayage.

A freehand technique painted directly onto the hair, not enclosed in foils. The result is a natural, sun-kissed gradient that looks like it was always yours, with softer regrowth lines and longer stretches between appointments.

Balayage in Strathfield

04 Featured service

Foil highlights.

Dimension, movement, and light woven through the hair. A result that shifts with every turn of the head and looks like it could only ever be yours. Classic Foils and Super Blonde Foils, from a quarter head to a full head.

Foil highlights in Strathfield

05 Featured service

Haircuts and styling.

Style cuts and restyles, with cutting for men, children and pensioners.

Haircuts in Strathfield

06 Featured service

Nanoplasty.

Smoother, softer, more manageable hair. A smoothing treatment for hair that frizzes, puffs up or won't sit right, without the fumes of a traditional keratin treatment.

Nanoplasty in Strathfield

Hair colour, balayage & styling services.