Hair Colour Fundamentals
An 8-day hands-on intensive covering colour theory, lightening, balayage, and individual colour planning. Maximum 6 students.
Duration
8 days · 38 hours
Level
No experience needed
Seats
Maximum 6 students.
Price
$999 CAD + GSTTools and materials not included.
Day 3 pm – 8 pm
- Session dates
- Aug 30, 31 · Sep 13, 14 · Sep 20, 21 · Sep 27, 28 (no class Sep 6–7, Labour Day)
- Seats
- 5 students max
- Register by
- August 23, 2026
Day 3 pm – 8 pm
- Session dates
- Oct 4, 5 · Oct 18, 19 · Oct 25 · Nov 1, 2 (no class Oct 11–12, Thanksgiving Day)
- Seats
- 5 students max
- Register by
- September 20, 2026
Color Theory Basics & the Color Wheel
The foundation of color — understanding the color wheel, primary, secondary and tertiary colors.
Hair Growth Principles & Pigment Management
How natural pigment affects coloring results. Managing the underlying pigment.
Shade Matching & Color Selection by Color Type
Individual shade selection based on client’s color type for harmonious results.
Lightening, Toning & Coloring
Core color processes — lightening, toning, permanent and semi-permanent coloring.
Balayage, Highlights, Air Touch & Black-to-Blonde
Modern coloring techniques for natural and creative effects.
Working with Different Hair Types & Structures
Coloring considerations for fine, thick, curly and damaged hair.
Pre-Color Preparation & Post-Color Care
Hair diagnostics, preparation procedures, aftercare for lasting results.
Client Consultation & Individual Color Selection
Professional consultation, expectation management, formulation and final result agreement.
Mannequin & Model Practice
Hands-on practice of all techniques on mannequins transitioning to real models.
What You’ll Learn
Understand color theory and use the color wheel for shade selection
Manage hair pigment and account for growth patterns
Select colors based on individual client color type
Perform lightening, toning and coloring
Apply modern techniques: balayage, highlights, air touch
Work with different hair types and structures
Prepare hair for coloring and provide proper aftercare
Conduct consultations and select individual colors
Certificate
Certificate of Attendance — Makiev International Hair Academy, Vancouver, BC. Issued upon completion to confirm your participation and demonstrated skills. Not equivalent to a PTIRU-approved credential.
Important Notice
Makiev International Hair Academy offers stand-alone skill-building intensives and workshops for personal enrichment and technique development. These programs are not approved by the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit (PTIRU) and do not lead to a career training credential, diploma, or license to practice hairdressing in British Columbia.
A Certificate of Attendance is issued upon completion to confirm your participation and demonstrated skills. This certificate is not equivalent to a PTIRU-approved credential.
Refund Policy
- 14+ days before start: Full refund minus $50 CAD administrative fee
- 7–13 days before start: 50% refund
- Less than 7 days: No refund; one transfer to a future date permitted
Any intensive or workshop with fewer than 3 enrolled students may be cancelled. Full refund issued in this case.