How Much Does Color Correction Cost?

Color correction is the hardest hair service to price from a menu, because nobody knows the job until they see your hair. That's why published prices are thin on the ground. Here's what's listed in Georgetown. Prices were checked in November 2026.

Sources: Posh Salon's price list and Gatzby Salon's services page. Karen's figure comes from Karen's starting prices.

What does "per hour" mean for your bill?

It means the starting figure may not be the total. When corrective color is priced by the hour, a longer appointment costs more. As a plain example, three hours at $160 would be $480 before tip. That's arithmetic, not a quote. Your real number depends on your hair and comes from the consultation.

Compare that with a flat "$200+" on another menu. A plus sign also means a starting point, so neither figure tells you the final cost.

Why does color correction cost more than regular color?

Regular color starts from hair that's in a known state. Correction starts from a problem, such as uneven tone, brassiness or box dye that went wrong. It costs more for three main reasons:

• Time. The work can take longer than a standard color appointment.
• History. Box dye, henna, lightener and treatments all change what's safe to do next.
• More than one visit. Big changes sometimes need a second appointment to protect your hair.

How can you keep the cost down?

The cheapest step is often to stop. More box color rarely solves the problem and can make it harder to correct, so leave your hair alone until you've spoken to a stylist.

Then be honest about everything on your hair, even color from a while ago. Your hair's history decides what's safe and what it will take. Bring photos of the color you have, the color you wanted and any box you used.

It also helps to decide what "fixed" means to you. A softer version of your goal may take less time than the exact shade in your photo. Ask whether a smaller first step could get you most of the way there.

What should you ask before you book?

• Is this priced by the hour or as a flat fee?
• How many hours do you expect?
• Will it take more than one visit?
• Does the estimate include toner, a haircut and styling?

To get started with color correction in Georgetown, ask Karen for a consultation. For prices on standard services, see our guide to how much hair color costs in Georgetown.