What the toner does
A sheer formula is glossed through hair at the end of another color service to neutralize brassiness or deepen richness exactly where needed. Because the product is translucent, it deposits tone and surface gloss rather than overhauling the base shade, yielding a more cohesive finish between highlights and lowlights.
Add-on toner is designed as a finishing step rather than a standalone overhaul. Stylists place it precisely to correct or enrich only the areas that need attention, so the result is subtle and integrated. If you want a major color change, your stylist will recommend a full color appointment instead of relying solely on a toner.
How results are shaped
Toner results depend on the existing base color, previous services and hair porosity. Local factors matter too: Venice’s coastal climate and ocean breezes, plus frequent sun exposure from beach days, can make warm pigments read brassy. We consider client routines and commutes between Playa Vista, Culver City and Santa Monica when choosing tone.
Your stylist selects a sheer formula and determines placement to either neutralize unwanted warmth or subtly enrich depth. Decisions about where to gloss — midlengths, ends, or blended areas — control whether the toner smooths transitions, corrects specific brassiness, or deepens selected zones while preserving overall dimension.
What to expect at appointment
An add-on toner is applied at the end of another color service and fits most schedules. The add-on toner costs $50 and takes 30 MINUTES. We offer early-morning and lunchtime appointments to suit clients visiting the Abbot Kinney corridor before work, shopping, or a beach visit.
You’ll see immediate refinement and added shine when your stylist rinses and styles. The effect is subtle but noticeable in both natural and indoor light; bring reference photos and mention recent sun or ocean exposure so we can tailor placement for the most cohesive outcome.
