Hair Color & Gray Coverage in Sacramento

a Vidal Sassoon Precision Master Stylist

Full Color, Tailored to You

Thinking about coloring your hair? A full color service is perfect when you want to revive a color you love, try a completely new shade or cover gray. As your color grows out and your natural shade begins to show, Behnaz keeps it looking fresh with a root touch-up, matching your color precisely so the regrowth blends in seamlessly.

A typical root touch-up takes about two hours, though it can take longer depending on your hair’s thickness, density and how much regrowth there is. Every service includes a free consultation, so you can talk through the look you’re hoping for and how your hair is likely to respond.

Behnaz works with Wella Professionals color and uses K18 treatments to help protect and strengthen hair during coloring.

Color Services

  • Root touch-up: matches your existing color and covers regrowth so it blends in seamlessly.
  • All-over color: one new shade from root to ends, whether you want richer, deeper or brighter color.
  • Gray coverage and blending: full coverage for a uniform result, or softer blending that lets silver grow in more gracefully.
  • Vivid and fashion color: bold reds, magentas and soft pastels, especially striking on short cuts. See what’s popular in Behnaz’s 2026 hair trends.
  • Color refresh: restores shine and vibrancy to color that has faded or turned dull.

Choosing the Right Shade

The most flattering color works with your skin tone, eye color and natural base, and with how much upkeep you want. Warm shades such as copper, gold and caramel can bring warmth to the complexion, while cool shades such as ash and platinum can look crisp and modern. Behnaz will talk through the options with you, and because she is also a Sassoon-trained precision cutter, your color and cut are designed together. Have dark Asian hair? See how Behnaz colors Asian hair.

Making Your Color Last

  • Wash with a color-safe, sulfate-free shampoo, and use cool or lukewarm water.
  • Try to wash a little less often, and use dry shampoo in between.
  • Protect your hair from the sun with a hat or a UV-protecting product.
  • Book a gloss between color appointments to restore shine and tone.
  • In summer, follow these tips for protecting color in Sacramento’s heat.

Hair Color FAQs

Usually every 4 to 6 weeks for full gray coverage or a strong contrast between your natural and colored shade. Softer, closer-to-natural shades can often go 6 to 8 weeks.

Yes. Gray hair can be resistant to color, so the formula and processing are adjusted for full coverage. If you’d rather transition toward your natural silver, gray blending is a softer option.

A typical root touch-up takes about two hours. All-over color changes, vivid shades and color corrections take longer, depending on your hair.

It depends on your starting color and your hair’s history. Big changes are sometimes done over more than one visit to keep your hair healthy. Behnaz will give you an honest plan at your consultation.

Use a color-safe shampoo, wash with cooler water, limit heat styling, protect your hair from the sun and book a gloss between appointments.

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Reviews

  • I have very fine hair and often times I find hair stylist don’t know how to properly deal with that. Behnaz did such an amazing job with a precision haircut that now I only come to her. She is very talented and has a lot of experience with all hair types I highly recommend her!

    Tulip Row Avatar Tulip Row
    January 17, 2026

    Having recently moved to Sacramento and having met her in a memorable drop-in visit a year earlier, I can’t believe that I found the best hairstylist in Sacramento! The precision cuts and color perfection that Behnaz delivers, combined with her kind and caring personality, I couldn’t ask for a better stylist to trust with my hair 🥰

    Julie Simmons Avatar Julie Simmons
    March 21, 2026

    (25YO, Female) Hair by behnaz was amazing! I was looking for someone who could work with Asian styled hair. She taught me how to style my new look and was very precise with how she cut it. Got what I wanted! She helped adjust my hair to my liking and didn’t mind that I wanted her to trim certain pieces more. I’ll be back 🙂

    Ramee Hammer Avatar Ramee Hammer
    December 31, 2025
  • Behnaz has been my hairdresser for over 5 years! She has found the perfect color and hair style for me. The color is always consistent with every appointment.Behnaz is always fashionable and knowledgeable of current trends and keeps her clients up to date. Behnaz is very flexible and easy to work with!

    Robin Miotke Avatar Robin Miotke
    October 21, 2022

    She is AMAZING! my hair is always a big job and she does it perfectly and flawlessly!

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    July 2, 2026

    Always a great experience! She does an amazing job with my hair, really listens to what I want, and I always leave loving my cut. Highly recommend!

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    September 1, 2026
  • I have wavy/ curly hair and was really nervous to find someone new in the Sacramento area. Behnaz has been great. She knows how to work with my hair, and is willing to get creative with it which I LOVE. She always puts me first and takes the time to make sure I love the end result. So happy I found her!!

    Miranda Hunt Avatar Miranda Hunt
    December 21, 2022

    Behnaz is very professional and takes her client’s hair seriously. I am new to town so I was definitely nervous going into my appointment, but Behnaz exceeded my expectations and even took care of my damaged hair from previous treatments. She also specializes in asian hair, highly recommend!

    Stephanie Wan Avatar Stephanie Wan
    December 21, 2022

    Behnaz is a great precision cut stylist, very professional and experienced. I have very difficult coarse hair with many cowlicks but Behnaz does a fabulous job. A 5-star hair stylist!

    AJohnson Avatar AJohnson
    December 18, 2025
  • I met Behnaz by chance and I got lucky. She is a master stylist. She knows what looks good and I always feel beautiful afterwards. I am happy I found her!

    Sylvie Martyn Avatar Sylvie Martyn
    August 21, 2022

    By far Behnaz is the best hair stylist that I have been to!!! I was getting non stop compliments about my color, the cut and the way she shaped my hair. She is the only one that I will trust my hair too! Above that, she is a wonderful person - not only is she beautiful outside and equally beautiful inside. I highly recommend Behnaz for your next hair appointment!!!!

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    January 21, 2023

    I’ve been coming to Behnaz for haircut and color. Wonderful experience and she always does a great job. Knows exactly what works for my hair.

    Dino Herd Avatar Dino Herd
    December 21, 2022
  • Behnaz is a true Doctor in hair health, maintenance, and making hair look absolutely gorgeous. She took my overprocessed, uneven hair and has brought back my curls to an amazing place. I truly recommend her work as she is a true professional with tremendous knowledge.

    Sandra Sandoval Avatar Sandra Sandoval
    June 19, 2023

    I had an exceptional experience with hair by Behnaz Sacramento‘s Best salon . It was an incredibly talented master hairstylist her precision haircut was flawless, thoroughly structured beautifully, balanced, and designed to hold its shape as it grows out you can immediately tell she has elite training her background with Vidal Sassoon truly shows in her technical accuracy attention to detail and understanding of the hair movement. This is not just your ordinary haircut it’s craftsmanship if you’re looking for one of the best precision hairstylist in sacramento Behnaz is absolutely it.

    d chikasawa Avatar d chikasawa
    January 3, 2026

    Behnaz is a true artist. I needed a change from my tired, dry, frizzy gray look. She masterfully created my sassy, fresh look. I’ve received many compliments from family, friends and strangers alike. Thank you Behnaz!!

    Christina Morales Avatar Christina Morales
    August 21, 2022
  • Behnaz is the best! Not only are her hair skills unmatched, but she is so kind, patient, and professional. Behnaz takes her time to understand what one needs and will never disappoint! I am so happy I found her!

    Olga Gonzalez Avatar Olga Gonzalez
    October 21, 2022

    Perfect styling and color that looks healthy and rich. I like the consistent results I get with Behnaz.

    Nancy Hammers Avatar Nancy Hammers
    June 21, 2023

    Excellent job. I always leave happy and excited for next time. This time was color and cut. Whole new look. Thanks Benhaz.

    Karen Conley Avatar Karen Conley
    July 21, 2022
  • Behnaz is amazing. I finally feel like I’ve found my stylist. My first visit, I had booked a cut and color, and she was incredibly honest about what my fine, frizzy, curly, low porosity hair actually needed. She suggested skipping the color to protect my hair health, gave me a great cut, and walked me through exactly how to care for my hair type. No pressure, no upselling, just genuine care. My 2nd visit was just as wonderful. Very personable and comfortable. It was such a treat, and I’ll definitely keep going back. Highly recommend.

    Laura Jean-Gilles Avatar Laura Jean-Gilles
    August 20, 2026

    I’ve loved Vidal Sassoon haircuts since the 70s. They were the best haircuts I’ve ever had. I used AI to search for the best hairdresser that does precision Vidal Sassoon cuts for fine hair like mine. The highest rated was Behnaz. I decided to pamper myself and go for it. I needed a new style as I’ve been pulling my hair up for a long time. Behnaz gave me the best little haircut I ever had. I could not believe the level of skill in training that she has. I’m a very analytical person. I had tons of questions I wanted to ask; she answered all of them. I just love what she did!!! She’s the best hairstylist I’ve ever gone to!

    Liz Weldy Avatar Liz Weldy
    January 8, 2026

    Behnaz is amazing! Not only is she exceptionally skilled, but she is thoughtful and really listens to what you want. I was so lucky to find her as my new stylist after moving from the bay area. I highly recommend Behnaz and her salon!!!

    Stephanie Samaniego Avatar Stephanie Samaniego
    July 21, 2022
  • She is amazing! Colors my blonde hair perfectly!

    Kathy Salvatori Avatar Kathy Salvatori
    November 21, 2022

    Hair by Behnaz, Best Salon Sacramento! Highly recommend! I've been coming to her for a few years now, and I am always thrilled with the results. She is incredibly talented, uses precision haircut, she's done training with Vidal Sassoon, she's consistent, and genuinely cares about her clients.

    Jordan Cureton Avatar Jordan Cureton
    June 4, 2026

    I love my hair highlights by Behnaz she did an amazing job and was diligent about giving me the results I wanted thank you for finally giving me the place to get all my hair needs I have been searching for a long time

    athena georgakopoulos Avatar athena georgakopoulos
    April 21, 2023
  • Behnaz did a really great job on my hair color and she made me so happy and confident with my new hair color. Will definitely go back to her for touch ups

    Mohanna Zamzam Avatar Mohanna Zamzam
    July 16, 2026

    Behnaz did SUCH an amazing job on my hair!! It was my first time getting it done and she made me feel so comfortable throughout the whole process. She really listened to what I wanted and made it even better than I imagined. My hair has never looked this good. I’m obsessed!! Highly recommend her

    Fatima Shafique Avatar Fatima Shafique
    February 17, 2026

    Excellent advice and always the best!

    Heather Bates Avatar Heather Bates
    May 14, 2026
  • I just had another incredible experience with my master hair stylist. Her precision artistry and attention to detail are truly unmatched every cut is perfectly tailored to my face and style and I always leave feeling confident and refreshed she doesn't just do hair she creates beauty. She's the best master hair stylist in Sacramento. She's a precision cutter Vidal Sassoon trained.

    Rhonny Glaser Avatar Rhonny Glaser
    January 31, 2026

    I’m so happy with my hairstylist, Behnaz at Hair by Behnaz in Sacramento. I asked for long layers, and she delivered exactly what I wanted. She did an incredible job—my hair was long and very dry, and she transformed it into something gorgeous with her cut and styling.

    Devyani Sullins Avatar Devyani Sullins
    May 1, 2026

    Do it! Book with Behnaz. She is a pro - shaping and color that fits the updated look I am after. The shape holds well between appointments.

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    December 21, 2022

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