Not when it’s done properly. At White Ivy Hair Studio, we specialise in lightening extremely dark hair—especially Asian and Mediterranean hair types—and we know how to do it safely.
Where required, we use professional-grade bond builders (like Olaplex) throughout every lightening service to protect and strengthen your hair during the process. That said, every head of hair is different, and extreme transformations sometimes require multiple sessions to maintain the integrity of your hair.
Just as important as what we do in the salon is what you do at home. We’ll recommend a tailored home maintenance plan to keep your hair strong, hydrated, and vibrant between visits. Skipping it can undo all the work we’ve done in the chair—so trust us, it’s not optional if you want beautiful, long-lasting results.