Frequently Asked Questions

It's very easy to book a hair appointment at our Uxbridge salon.  You can call us on 01895 237238 or book online by clicking the button on the right hand side of the screen.

Yes, we open late on Wednesdays. Check out our opening times in our footer or on the contact page.

Yes, the highly trained hair colour technicians at our Uxbridge salon are experts in balayage and ombre hair colour. Find out more here, including the difference between balayage and ombre.

Yes, we offer hair consultations so we can assess your hair, help you find the perfect haircut, style or colour to change up your look. During a detailed discussion, we will analyse your hair's colour and condition, understand your hair history, discuss your daily hair routines and come up with some ideas of hairstyles and colours that will suit you.
We charge £30 for an in-depth hair consultation.  If you decide you want to go ahead with a re-style or colour transformation, your fee will be redeemable against your bill when your service is carried out.
If you decide that you’d rather not go ahead, please note that the consultation fee is non-refundable. Find out more about our Uxbridge hair consultations here.

Yes, we are a unisex hair salon and offer haircutting and styling for everyone.

All our stylists are fully trained but some have more experience than others.  This is reflected in our pricing structure.

If you are looking for a highly technical hair colour service, such as balayage, ombre or even a colour correction, you may want to book with one of our more experienced colourists.

For more information or further advice, please call the salon on 01895 237238 and we will be happy to match the right stylist to your hair needs.

Our prices vary depending on which stylist you choose and the length of time your appointment takes.   Our prices start from £55 for a one hour Cut and Blow Dry appointment.

Our clients tell us we are the best hair salon in Uxbridge because we the quality of the hair services we offer as well as our attentive and professional customer service and welcoming atmosphere.  All our stylists are highly trained and experienced and really listen to their clients to deliver outstanding results.

We are always delighted when our clients tell us how much they love their hair and our service.  You can read some of our reviews here to find out why our clients say we are the number one hair salon in Uxbridge!

Getting your hair professionally coloured is always a great way to enhance your natural look, but before you go ahead, you need to ask yourself if you are ready for the upkeep and maintenance needed. Be realistic about the amount of time and effort you're prepared to put into creating and maintaining your chosen colour and this will help you and your hairdresser decide which hair colour technique and shade will suit best suit your needs.

We've all seen amazing hair transformations on Instagram, but book a hair colour consultation, and your Kevin Joseph colour expert will be able to give you a realistic picture of what will be involved in achieving your chosen look. This will depend on your starting colour as well as the condition of your hair. If your hair is highly processed and damaged, we can work with you to improve its condition and devise a programme to get to your desired new look.

We're a Wella Ambassador salon so you can be sure you are in the safest possible hands for your hair colour at Kevin Joseph.

Different shades will suit different skin tones better than others and your colourist can help you decide which will work best for you. The best colour may also depend on how much time and effort you want to put into the transformation. For example, it may be easier to try some natural looking blended balayage highlights to start with. Alternative, a warm all over tint to blend in some grey might be just what you need before progressing on to a bigger change.  The choice is yours though of course and we can help you navigate your way through the wide range of choices available to you.

Bring in some images of hair colours you like and your colourist can help you achieve the look. It's always a good idea to have some images from Instagram or Pinterest, then both you and your colourist can be clear exactly which shade you mean.

Yes, a skin patch test is essential before your first hair colour appointment and if you haven't had your hair coloured with us for 6 months or more. This is so we can test for any allergies to the hair colour products that we use.

There's no need to book an appointment because the test takes only a few seconds, but we can't colour your hair without a record of a skin test being done. All we will do is dab a small amount of colour product behind your ear which you should wipe away after 30 minutes (or sooner if it feels itchy or sore). If you have had no reaction within 48 hours, then we can go ahead with your hair colour.

If you suffer from sensitive skin we can recommend ammonia-free hair colour products which are designed to cause minimum stress to the hair's cuticle.

Speak to your Kevin Joseph colour technician for more advice.

Temporary Hair Colour - As the name suggests, you can expect a temporary hair dye to wash out after a few shampoos. This might be the perfect option if you are new to hair colour and aren’t sure yet if it’s for you. It's important to remember, though, that you can only go darker than your natural colour with temporary hair colour. If you want to lighten your hair, you will need a semi-permanent or permanent hair dye or bleach.

Semi-Permanent Hair Colour - You can achieve longer-lasting colour with a semi-permanent shade, which wash out more gradually over several shampoos. This works particularly well if you just want to subtly boost your natural hair colour or cover your first grey hairs. Bright fashion colours also tend to be semi-permanent - great if you aren't too sure about taking the plunge with that vivid magenta!

Permanent Hair Colour - Permanent hair dye works by lifting up the cuticles along every hair shaft and placing the colour deep within each strand. Your colour will be permanent meaning it will not wash out. As your hair grows, your roots will need to be touched up, usually every six to eight weeks or so, depending how fast your hair grows.

Balayage is a very popular hair colouring technique that involves the colour being hand-painted painted onto chosen sections of the hair. It comes from the French meaning "to sweep". Balayage can give your hair instant brightness with a lighter colour being used toward the ends, leading up to slightly darker roots. Face-framing balayage highlights are very much on-trend and flattering to everyone. They also have the advantage of being low maintenance as root re-growth is far less obvious than with some other hair colouring techniques. So what's the difference between balayage and ombré? Ombré is a technique that offers a simpler, two-tonal contrast from the roots to the tip of the hair. The roots are typically darker than the tips, making it another low maintenance style. By contrast, balayage offers a subtler and more multi-dimensional result.

If you love your natural hair colour but just wish it looked a bit richer and healthier, you could try highlights or lowlights. These are also a really good way to blend in grey hairs, giving a multi-textured look. The colour experts at Kevin Joseph can find exactly the colour combination to suit you best. When adding regular highlights, we will wrap sections of hair in foil and apply the hair colour (or add it free hand with a brush if you choose balayage or ombre. You could also try a block colour or all over tint, which is a great way to completely cover grey hair. Bear in mind it will need to be touched up every 4-6 weeks whereas with highlights, the regrowth is usually less noticeable.

If you're longing to free your inner mermaid, or go all out for unicorn hair, we can make your fashion hair colour dreams come true!

Before you start though, you need to be aware that achieving a really vivid hair colour can involve a lot of work. Bright fashion colours work best on blonde or pre-lightened hair.

It's really important to leave this process to a professional who can lighten your hair safely, without damaging the condition. It takes time and precision to achieve a multi-tonal rainbow look, so be aware that you may need several appointments to achieve the final result.

Fashion hair colours are semi-permanent, meaning that they will fade over time.  This can result in a beautiful, on-trend pastel shade.  Nonetheless, we'd recommend investing in some professional hair care products to preserve your beautiful vivid colour.

Once you've had your hair coloured you'll want to keep it looking as glossy and vivid as when you leave the salon. At Kevin Joseph, caring for your hair colour starts as part of the dyeing process itself. We can add a specialist Olaplex treatment to protect the bonds of the hair from damage resulting in stronger, healthier-feeling hair that holds its colour for longer.

Speak to your stylist about our range of Wella professional hair care products too.  We will be happy to recommend the ideal home care product for your hair type.

Yes, a skin patch test is essential before your first hair colour appointment and if you haven't had your hair coloured with us for 6 months or more. This is so we can test for any allergies to the hair colour products that we use.

There's no need to book an appointment because the test takes only a few seconds, but we can't colour your hair without a record of a skin test being done. All we will do is dab a small amount of colour product behind your ear which you should wipe away after 30 minutes (or sooner if it feels itchy or sore). If you have had no reaction within 48 hours, then we can go ahead with your hair colour.

If you suffer from sensitive skin we can recommend ammonia-free hair colour products which are designed to cause minimum stress to the hair's cuticle.

Speak to your Kevin Joseph colour technician for more advice.

Balayage is a very popular hair colouring technique that involves the colour being hand-painted painted onto chosen sections of the hair. It comes from the French meaning "to sweep". Balayage can give your hair instant brightness with a lighter colour being used toward the ends, leading up to slightly darker roots. Face-framing balayage highlights are very much on-trend and flattering to everyone. They also have the advantage of being low maintenance as root re-growth is far less obvious than with some other hair colouring techniques. So what's the difference between balayage and ombré? Ombré is a technique that offers a simpler, two-tonal contrast from the roots to the tip of the hair. The roots are typically darker than the tips, making it another low maintenance style. By contrast, balayage offers a subtler and more multi-dimensional result.

Yes.  At our Uxbridge salon we offer specialist Nioxin treatments for hair loss and thinning hair.  Book an appointment at with hair loss specialists and you can be sure of a friendly and sympathetic welcome and the treatment you need to restore your hair to the best possible health.

We also offer scalp health treatments.

Yes, book an appointment at Kevin Joseph and we can transform your look with Easilocks hair extensions!  Whether you want to add volume, length, or even a beautiful new colour, we’ve got you covered.

Yes, we are grey hair experts at our Uxbridge salon.  We're pleased to offer the latest True Grey system from Wella, which is perfect if you've joined the ranks of people embracing your grey.

If you'd rather blend in your grey hair, that's no problem!  Contact our hair colour specialists and we can create a bespoke hair colour which is as bold or natural as you wish.

Yes, we are pleased to offer Lakmé Aura vegan hair smoothing treatments.

Yes, we offer hair consultations so we can assess your hair, help you find the perfect haircut, style or colour to change up your look. During a detailed discussion, we will analyse your hair's colour and condition, understand your hair history, discuss your daily hair routines and come up with some ideas of hairstyles and colours that will suit you.
We charge £30 for an in-depth hair consultation.  If you decide you want to go ahead with a re-style or colour transformation, your fee will be redeemable against your bill when your service is carried out.
If you decide that you’d rather not go ahead, please note that the consultation fee is non-refundable. Find out more about our Uxbridge hair consultations here.

Yes, we are a unisex hair salon and offer haircutting and styling for everyone.

All our stylists are fully trained but some have more experience than others.  This is reflected in our pricing structure.

If you are looking for a highly technical hair colour service, such as balayage, ombre or even a colour correction, you may want to book with one of our more experienced colourists.

For more information or further advice, please call the salon on 01895 237238 and we will be happy to match the right stylist to your hair needs.

Our prices vary depending on which stylist you choose and the length of time your appointment takes.   Our prices start from £55 for a one hour Cut and Blow Dry appointment.

We are always delighted when our clients tell us how much they love their hair and our service.  You can read some of our reviews here to find out why our clients say we are the number one hair salon in Uxbridge!

Different shades will suit different skin tones better than others and your colourist can help you decide which will work best for you. The best colour may also depend on how much time and effort you want to put into the transformation. For example, it may be easier to try some natural looking blended balayage highlights to start with. Alternative, a warm all over tint to blend in some grey might be just what you need before progressing on to a bigger change.  The choice is yours though of course and we can help you navigate your way through the wide range of choices available to you.

Bring in some images of hair colours you like and your colourist can help you achieve the look. It's always a good idea to have some images from Instagram or Pinterest, then both you and your colourist can be clear exactly which shade you mean.

The smoothing treatment has 3 stages:

1. Micellar Shampoo
Deep cleanses the hair.

The shampoo has an alkaline pH to open up the cuticle.

2. Active Treatment
Treatment with a powerful straightening effect.

Delivers immediate anti-frizz results, with a pleasant macadamia nut fragrance.

3. Hyaluronic Mask
Delivers intense hydration and seals the cuticle.

Offers protection to the hair & an anti-pollution barrier.

In general, the treatment will take 2 to 3 hours, but this will depend on the length, thickness and texture of your hair. Book a consultation and we will advise you further.

To guarantee lasting results it is important to use a sulphate-free shampoo. Speak to your Kevin Joseph stylist who will be able to recommend the most appropriate products.

Aura contains no formaldehyde or ammonia, which are common ingredients in some smoothing treatments.  It not only straightens your hair but softens the hair fibre and protects against frizz, even in extreme humidity.  It enhances your hair's natural shine and healthy beauty.

Start your journey to gorgeous smooth hair - call us now on 01895 237238 to arrange a hair smoothing consultation.

The Easilocks system requires no heat, glue sewing or braiding, meaning that it causes no stress or damage to your natural hair.  Easilocks I-Tips use microscopic locks to attach the individual strands and we also offer Easitape extensions for fast application and removal.

Book a consultation and we will take you through the options and fitting process involved.

You can rest assured that the Easilocks fitting method has been carefully designed to be kind to your hair, preserving its natural strength and integrity.   The extensions allow you to add volume and length to your hair without having to worry about the long-term effects.

With the proper aftercare, Easilocks hair extensions can be worn for up to a year.  The hair is reusable, which makes Easilocks one of the most affordable hair extension services available.

As well as the gentle but effective fitting system, Easilocks extensions use only the finest quality hair.  They are made from 100% Remy hair, all of which is ethically sourced from donors around the world.  The hair has the cuticle preserved a flowing in the correct direction for the smoothest possible results.

The hair is gently processed by hand to create these superior-quality extensions.  Organic pigment is used to carefully colour and condition the strands, for long-lasting, multi-tonal colour and natural effect.

Human hair extensions are superior to synthetic because they will look and feel like your own hair.  They will behave like your own hair too, meaning they can be styled using heated tools.

Hair extensions are no longer just for rich and famous celebrities!  At Kevin Joseph, we can offer hair extension options for every customer, whatever their budget.  Book in for a consultation at our Uxbridge hairdressers and we can discuss your requirements and give you a no-obligation quote.