Dalton Salon Blog
At Dalton Street Salon on John Dalton Street in Manchester city centre, we serve women across Greater Manchester with expert colour, precision cutting, and luxury treatments. Our clients include professionals from Spinningfields, creatives from the Northern Quarter, and women who travel into the city because they value genuine expertise.
Cool undertones have blue, pink, or rosy bases beneath the skin's surface. This undertone is flattered by hair colours sharing that coolness: ash blondes, platinum, champagne, cool browns, espresso, blue-black, and burgundy-based reds. Think of colours that appear naturally in the hair of Scandinavian and Northern European women.
Platinum blonde is iconic on cool skin — silvery and striking, creating dramatic contrast. Ash blonde softens the impact with grey-beige undertones without losing the cool character. Champagne blonde balances between ash and beige. Avoid golden, honey, and caramel tones which create unflattering contrast with pink skin.
Espresso — deep, true brown with no red or gold — creates sophisticated contrast. Mushroom brown with its grey-beige undertone is softer and photographs beautifully. Ash brown and cool chestnut provide depth without warmth. Avoid warm chocolate and mahogany shades.
Cool reds have blue or violet bases: burgundy, merlot, mulberry, cherry. These harmonise beautifully with pink skin tones, creating dramatic, sophisticated looks. Avoid copper, ginger, and warm auburn.
Purple shampoo once or twice weekly neutralises yellow tones as they emerge. Hard water can accelerate brassiness — a shower filter and periodic chelating treatments protect your cool tone. A gloss refresh every four to six weeks keeps colour looking crisp.
Our colourists are trained in the chemistry of hair colour — understanding how developers interact with different hair types and how underlying pigments affect final results. Our stylists bring equivalent expertise to cutting, creating shapes that work with your natural texture and continue looking beautiful as they grow out. Every service begins with a thorough consultation. We examine your hair under professional lighting, discuss your goals and lifestyle, and provide honest recommendations.
We use professional-grade products exclusively. Olaplex is included as standard in every lightening service.
Located at 39 John Dalton Street, our salon sits at the heart of Manchester city centre, a short walk from Deansgate, Spinningfields, and the Northern Quarter. Appointments can be integrated into your working day. Whether you work in Spinningfields, shop on Deansgate, or enjoy the independent spirit of the Northern Quarter, our salon is conveniently positioned to fit into your life. We offer evening appointments on selected days and Saturday appointments for those who cannot visit during the working week. To book your consultation at 39 John Dalton Street, Manchester, M2 6DN, call 0161 834 5802, email hello@daltonstreetsalon.com, or visit www.daltonstreetsalon.com.
Call 0161 834 5802, email hello@daltonstreetsalon.com, or visit www.daltonstreetsalon.com. Consultations are complimentary with no obligation.
39 John Dalton Street, Manchester, M2 6DN — four minutes from Deansgate, six from Spinningfields, seven from the Northern Quarter. Nearest Metrolink: St Peter's Square.
Prices vary by service. We provide a firm quote during your consultation. As a guide: cuts from approximately fifty-five pounds, colours from approximately seventy pounds, balayage from approximately one hundred and fifty pounds.
Professional-grade colour lines exclusively. Olaplex included as standard in every lightening service. K18 for post-colour repair. All products are professional formulations.
Contact us as soon as possible. We invite you back for assessment and work to resolve any issues. We stand behind our work.
We believe every great style starts with a conversation. Share your details, and our team will get in touch to discuss your needs, answer your questions, and help you book your next appointment. A tailored experience begins with a simple call.
