The Truth in Colour® Journal

Expert advice on hair colour, correction, maintenance and hair health — before you sit in the chair.

Why Most Hair Advice Falls Short

Most hair advice online is simplified, trend-driven, or built around product sales rather than the reality of your hair.

At THE TRUTH IN COLOUR®, we take a consultation-led approach to hair colour, correction, maintenance and hair health. That means every recommendation starts with the condition, history and long-term integrity of the hair — not guesswork, trends or one-size-fits-all advice.

This Journal exists to give you clarity before your appointment, so you can understand what your hair needs, why certain results take time, and what truly supports better colour in the long run.

Correction Logs

Real client cases. Measured, tested, and corrected using data-led decisions — not guesswork.

Multiple strand tests prepared during colour planning consultation at THE TRUTH IN COLOUR®

Why Two Clients Needed Five Strand Tests

By Paul Clayton • June 29, 2026

See how five strand tests across two clients helped create safer, more accurate colour plans based on real hair behaviour.

Perm rods being removed during a consultation-led curl transformation

When A Perm Appears To Drop — And Why Aftercare Matters

By Paul Clayton • May 8, 2026

A consultation-led perm case showing why testing, product choice and aftercare matter when maintaining curl, texture and long-term results.

Hair colour correction result after black box dye removal with healthy copper tone

Removing Black Box Dye Safely: A Staged Colour Correction

By Libby Boyle • April 13, 2026

A staged colour correction case showing how black box dye can be lifted safely with testing, controlled lightening and a long-term plan.

The Truth in Colour® Journal

Consultation-led education, colour correction insights, hair science, maintenance advice, and realistic guidance designed around long-term hair integrity.

Stylist discussing hair colour with a client

Why We Sometimes Recommend A Colour That Wasn't Your First Choice

By Paul Clayton • July 27, 2026

Wondering why your hairdresser recommended a different colour? Discover how professional advice helps create results that suit your hair, lifestyle and goals.

Long, glossy brunette hair showing healthy, well-maintained professional hair colour.

Why There's No Such Thing As The Perfect Time Between Colour Appointments

By Paul Clayton • July 24, 2026

How often should you colour your hair? Discover why there's no perfect schedule and how the right maintenance plan depends on your hair and goals.

Close-up of natural hair regrowth showing the contrast between new growth and previously coloured ha

Why Your Regrowth Doesn't Always Match The Rest Of Your Hair

By Paul Clayton • July 22, 2026

Why does your regrowth look different from the rest of your hair? Discover what causes it and how professional colour creates more consistent results.