You’re scrolling through Instagram, see a stunning balayage or a bold new blonde, and think: “I want that.” Then reality hits—what’s it actually going to cost me? If you’re in Singapore trying to figure out hair coloring prices, you’ve probably found wildly different numbers everywhere. One salon quotes $150, another quotes $400 for what sounds like the same service. What’s going on?
This guide cuts through the confusion and shows you exactly what hair coloring costs in Singapore right now, broken down by technique, salon tier, and what actually goes into that price tag.
Hair Coloring Techniques & What They Cost
Root Touch-Up ($80-$150)
Color applied only to new growth at roots. Fast, simple, cheapest option. Lasts 4-6 weeks. Best for: Maintaining existing color between services.
Full Head Single Color ($100-$300)
All-over color in one shade. Works for first-time color, dramatic changes, or gray coverage. Lasts 4-6 weeks (lighter colors fade faster). Best for: Complete transformation, gray coverage, solid new look.
Partial Highlights or Foils ($150-$350)
Color applied to isolated hair sections using foils (quarter, half, or full head options). Creates dimension and lifted look. Lasts 6-10 weeks (roots blend naturally). Best for: Adding dimension, sun-kissed effect, strategic gray coverage.
Balayage ($200-$450)
Hand-painted highlights using freehand technique. Color placed lower on hair for natural, graduated multi-dimensional look. Requires high stylist skill. Lasts 4-6 months (best longevity because roots don’t show). Best for: Low-maintenance, natural-looking dimensional color. People wanting fewer touch-ups.
Ombre or Gradient Color ($250-$550)
Transitions from dark roots to lighter ends. Requires bleaching and toning for precision. Lasts 6-8 weeks (transition hides regrowth). Best for: Dramatic statement looks, intentional color blocking.
Color Correction ($150-$400+)
Fixes failed color jobs, uneven tones, or previous damage. Complex, time-consuming, often requires multiple sessions. Most expensive service. Best for: Fixing salon disasters from other salons.
Singapore Hair Coloring Salons by Price Tier
Singapore salons range from mid-range to ultra-luxury. Here’s where to look based on your budget:
123 Hair Art | Instagram
- Single color + highlights: $139 | Full color + treatment + cut: $109
- All techniques available | Korean coloring specialty
KTouch Hair Salon | www.ktouchhairsalon.com
- Single color/highlights from: $100+ (short hair)
- All techniques available | Multiple color tones (cool, ash, warm)
Aube Beauty Salon | www.aube-sg.com
- Full color: up to $130 | Highlights/Balayage: $120-150+
- All techniques available | Japanese precision, quality products
D’cut Hair Studio | https://www.dcuthairstudio.sg/
- Balayage (with treatment): $208
- All techniques available | Good value on all services
Number76 | https://sgp.number76.com/ | Multiple locations (Japanese)
- Touch-up: $93 | Single color: $109-218 (by length) | Highlights by consultation
- All techniques available | Japanese precision, meticulous work
The Blonde & Pastel Hair Salon | https://www.blondeandpastelhairsalon.sg/
- Touch-up/Color: $88-240
- All techniques available | Trending blonde specialty
HairStuff | www.hairstuff.sg | Multiple locations (Award-winning)
- Hair Customise Highlights: from $240
- All techniques available | 2024 Her World Best Hair Coloring award, ammonia-free specialty
Eri Su Salon | http://www.erisu.sg
- Balayage/Dimensional: $250-350 | All coloring techniques
- Ammonia-free color | Climate-proofing specialty
Colors Hair Salon | https://colors-sg.com/ | Havelock 2 (Japanese)
- Tokio Inkarami + color: $300 (first-time) | Packages $200-400
- All techniques available | Organic/ammonia-free options
Black Hair Salon | www.blackhairsalon.com.sg
- Balayage: $199-499 (depends on bleaching/length) | All techniques
- Creative coloring, customized for skin tone
Expat Hair Studio | www.expathairstudio.com
- Balayage: $228+ | Quarter head highlights: $189
- All techniques available
Be U Hair Design | https://beuhairdesign.com/
- No-bleach colors: $180-280 | All techniques available
- Gentler color options, compatible with perms
Kimage Hair Salon | http://www.kimage.com.sg | Multiple locations
- Highlights/Balayage (no bleach): $180-260 | With bleaching: $220-320
- All techniques available | Multiple balayage method specialists
Salon Vim | https://salonvim.sg/
- Services from $240+ | Balayage & complex coloring by consultation
- L’Oreal Professional products | Expert in complex coloring techniques
Blow+Bar | https://www.blowplusbar.com.sg/
- Sunkissed Color: from $218 | Color Revival: from $200
- All techniques available | Cellophane method (natural results)
⚠️ Pricing Note: Prices listed are estimates based on 2025 salon rates. Contact salons directly for exact quotes as prices vary by stylist experience, hair length, and complexity. Always confirm pricing before booking.
Additional Costs Beyond The Service
Beyond the initial color service, you’ll need to budget for maintenance—but what you actually spend depends on your hair type, coloring technique, and hair health.
ESSENTIAL: Color-Safe Shampoo & Conditioner (Everyone)
Regular shampoo fades color faster (especially in Singapore’s humidity). You need sulfate-free, color-safe products.
Budget: $20-40 per bottle (lasts 4-6 weeks) Annual: $120-240 Good brands: Wella, Schwarzkopf, Milbon, Kerastase
OPTIONAL: Toning Treatments (Only for blonde/ash/pastel colors)
If you have blonde, ash, or pastel—these need toning to prevent brassiness and fading. Dark colors don’t need this.
Cost: $40-60 per session Frequency: Every 4-6 weeks (for those who choose it) Annual: $360-600
OPTIONAL: Professional Deep Conditioning (Depends on hair damage)
Only if your hair is very dry or bleached. Many people do at-home masks ($10-20) instead of salon treatments.
At-home masks: $10-20 each (DIY every 2-4 weeks) Salon treatments: $30-60 each Annual (if choosing salon): $480-1000
OPTIONAL: Damage Prevention Products
Heat protectant sprays, leave-in conditioners, color oils—only necessary if you heat-style frequently or have dry hair.
Budget: $0-50/month (skip if your hair is healthy) Annual: $0-600
TOUCH-UP APPOINTMENTS (Depends heavily on technique)
How often you return depends on your coloring technique:
- Root touch-ups (single color): Every 4-6 weeks ($80-150 per visit = $800-1800/year)
- Balayage touch-ups: Every 4-6 months ($250-400 per visit = $500-800/year)
- Highlights touch-ups: Every 6-10 weeks ($200-400 per visit = $1000-2600/year)
Annual Budget Summary
Single color: $1070-2340/year | Balayage (minimal): $870-1540/year | Balayage (with treatments): $1760-3240/year. Most people skip optional treatments—essential costs are shampoo + touch-ups only.
Factors That Affect Your Hair Coloring Price
Hair Length
Longer hair costs more. Short hair ($100-200) is cheapest; very long/thick hair ($250-500+) is most expensive.
Hair Thickness & Density
Thick, dense hair needs more product and time than fine, thin hair.
Starting Hair Color & Condition
Virgin hair (never colored) is cheapest and fastest. Previously colored or damaged hair costs more. Box-dyed dark hair going platinum is most expensive (requires color correction).
Desired Color Complexity
Darker/richer tones are cheaper (less bleach). Lighter/blonde tones are expensive (requires bleach and toning). Platinum and pastel colors are most expensive (multiple sessions, expert toning).
Technique Choice
Single color is cheapest. Highlights are mid-range. Balayage and ombre are more expensive. Color correction is most expensive.
This guide is brought to you by Glamingo—Singapore’s AI-powered beauty and wellness marketplace. Soon, you’ll be able to discover, compare, and book hair coloring services at featured salons directly through Glamingo. Stay tuned.
Disclaimer: This guide is for informational purposes. Individual salon pricing may differ. Glamingo recommends contacting salons directly for current rates and availability.
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