Studio 18 Salon in Gilbert, AZ offers a full menu of hair color services — highlights, balayage, root color, all-over color, bleach and tone, and color correction. Pricing starts at $20 for a toner refresh and runs to $350 for all-over bleach with cut. Our color stylists are trained in hand-painted technique and bond-protection methods. Color correction work is by consultation. Book at https://www.vagaro.com/zynergysalon.
The hair color services we offer in Gilbert
Studio 18's color menu is built around what people in the East Valley actually book. We see a lot of balayage refresh appointments, a steady stream of full highlights, and a meaningful share of color correction work — clients who came in after box dye didn't go the way they hoped. Here's the menu:
Highlights
- Mini Highlight — $140 ($205 with haircut). Light brightening around the face and crown.
- Partial Highlight — $115 ($175 with haircut). Top half of the head, framing the face.
- Full Highlight — $175 ($250 with haircut). Whole head, edge to edge.
Balayage
- Partial Balayage — $175 ($250 with haircut). Hand-painted around the face and through the ends.
- Full Balayage — $245 ($250 with haircut). Whole head, painted freehand for a natural gradient.
Single-Process Color
- Root Color — $90 ($125 with haircut). Touching up regrowth.
- All Over Color — $115 ($150 with haircut). Refreshing your full base color.
- Root Color + Highlight — $200 ($250 with haircut). Combo service.
Bleach and Tone
- Root Bleach + Tone — Starting at $135 ($185 with haircut).
- All Over Bleach + Tone — Starting at $285 ($350 with haircut).
Add-ons
- Toner — $20
- Bond Builder — $45 (strongly recommended for any lightening service)
How to choose between highlights and balayage
The shortest answer: highlights give you brighter, more defined dimension. Balayage gives you a softer, sun-kissed gradient that grows out without a hard line.
If your hair is fine and you want maximum brightness, highlights tend to deliver more pop. If your hair is medium-to-thick and you want a low-maintenance look, balayage usually wins because the painted-on gradient blends with your natural color as it grows out — meaning you can stretch your appointments to 12-16 weeks instead of 6-8.
If you're not sure, book a consultation. Bring photos of looks you like. Our color stylists can talk through what's achievable in one session versus what might need two appointments to get right.
Color correction in Gilbert — when you need a specialist
Color correction isn't just "fixing bad color." It's a specific skill set that takes years to develop. We see clients walk in after box-dye disasters, after a salon experiment that went sideways, and after going from very dark to very light without the right protocol. None of those are quick fixes.
Most color correction at Studio 18 is priced by the hour. The first appointment is a free consultation where we map out the work — including how many sessions, what to expect at each, and the budget range. Some color corrections finish in one long appointment. Others need a multi-week plan to protect hair integrity.
If you're considering color correction, bring photos of where you are now and where you want to be. The more information, the better the plan.
What clients are saying about Studio 18 color work
"Liv did such a phenomenal job at fixing my hair that was not done correctly for my hair type at another salon. Without having to cut my hair way shorter, which I was expecting to happen. I now understand the importance of having a connection with your stylist and being on the same page." — Alisha C, Studio 18 client
"Alissa is so amazing. She is so friendly and happy and does a perfect job on my hair every single time." — Marci G, Studio 18 client
Frequently asked questions
How much does hair color cost at Studio 18 in Gilbert AZ?
Hair color at Studio 18 starts at $20 for a toner refresh and $90 for a root color. Highlights start at $115 partial or $175 full. Balayage runs $175-$245 depending on whether it's partial or full. All-over bleach and tone starts at $285. Full pricing is on our services page and the Vagaro booking site.
What's the difference between balayage and highlights?
Highlights are foiled — meaning sections of hair are wrapped in foil while the lightener processes. Balayage is hand-painted — meaning the lightener is applied freehand to create a softer, more natural-looking gradient. Highlights give you brighter, more defined ribbons. Balayage gives you a sun-kissed, blended look that grows out gracefully.
How long does a color appointment take?
Plan for 2-4 hours depending on hair length, density, and the type of color. A root color is usually 90 minutes. A full highlight is 2.5-3 hours. A full balayage with cut and style is closer to 4 hours. We always start with a consultation so we can give you an accurate time estimate.
Do you do color correction in Gilbert?
Yes. Studio 18 has stylists who specialize in color correction — fixing box-dye damage, evening out uneven tone, and transitioning between dramatically different colors. Color correction usually requires more than one appointment and is priced by the hour. Book a free consultation first so we can scope the work.
How often should I refresh my color?
It depends on the service. Root color and root bleach typically need a refresh every 4-6 weeks. Highlights last 8-12 weeks before re-growth becomes noticeable. Balayage is the most forgiving — many clients go 12-16 weeks between refreshes because the painted-on gradient grows out naturally.
Can I bring a photo of the color I want?
Absolutely. Photos are the fastest way to communicate what you want, and they help us level-set on what's achievable in one appointment versus what may need a multi-session approach. Bring 2-3 photos from different angles in natural light if possible.
Do you use Olaplex or bond-builder during color services?
We offer bond-builder treatments as an add-on for $45 during any chemical service. We strongly recommend it for lightening services — bleach, full highlights, all-over bleach — because it helps protect hair integrity during the chemical process.
How do I book a hair color appointment at Studio 18?
Book online at https://www.vagaro.com/zynergysalon, or call (480) 539-1111. New color clients should expect to start with a consultation, especially for color correction work. Same-day appointments are sometimes available — check Vagaro for openings.
Book your color appointment in Gilbert, AZ
Studio 18 books all appointments through Vagaro. New clients should expect to start with a consultation, especially for color correction work or significant color changes.
Or call us at (480) 539-1111.
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