Hair Tips & Guides

Balayage vs highlights, choosing hair colour, how often to get a haircut, and more — from Elika Beauty in Burnaby.

How to Fix Damaged Hair After Bleaching

Bleached hair feeling dry, rough, or breaking? Here's how to repair it the professional way.

Why Your Balayage Turns Brassy — And How to Fix It

If your balayage keeps turning yellow or orange, this guide explains why and how to fix it.

Best Hair Care Routine for Coloured Hair

Coloured hair needs extra love. Here's the routine to keep it shiny and vibrant between appointments.

Balayage vs. Highlights: What's the Difference?

Not sure whether to choose balayage or highlights? Here's how they differ in technique, result, maintenance, and price — and how to decide.

How to Choose the Right Hair Colour for Your Skin Tone

Choosing a new hair colour? Here's how to find the right shade for your skin tone, lifestyle, and maintenance goals before booking your appointment.

How Often Should You Get a Haircut?

Wondering how often to get a haircut? The right interval depends on your hair type, length, and goals. Here's a practical guide.

What to Expect at Your First Balayage Appointment

Booking your first balayage? Here's exactly what to expect at your appointment, how to prepare, and how to get the best result.

K18, Olaplex & Bond Repair Treatments: What They Do and When You Need One

K18, Olaplex, and bond repair treatments can transform damaged or over-processed hair. Here's how they work and whether you need one.

Ombré vs Balayage: What's the Difference?

Ombré and balayage both create a graduated colour effect, but they work differently. Here's how to tell them apart and choose the right one.

Colour Correction: What It Is and What to Expect

Hair colour gone wrong? Colour correction can fix it — but it's a process. Here's what colour correction involves and how to prepare.

Keratin Treatment in Vancouver: What to Expect, Cost & How to Prepare

Thinking about a keratin treatment near Vancouver? Here's everything you need to know before booking — including how it works, how much it costs, and how to make it last.

How to Prepare for a Hair Colour Appointment

Getting ready for a colour appointment? What you do before you sit in the chair has a real impact on the result. Here's how to prepare.