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    Top Balayage & Blonde Specialist in Manchester, NH — Your Hair Deserves to SLAY.

    Kate the Hairslayer is a professional hairstylist and hair color specialist in Manchester, New Hampshire. Custom balayage, blonde transformations, dimensional color, color correction, keratin treatments, bridal makeup, and women's haircuts. Book your hair makeover with Southern New Hampshire's 5-star blonde and balayage specialist.

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    Luxury Hair & Beauty Services in Manchester, NH

    Services & Pricing

    From custom fantasy colors and balayage to keratin treatments and bridal makeup, Kate the Hairslayer provides expert styling tailored to you.

    Balayage & Hair Color

    Custom balayage, foil balayage, dimensional color, lived-in color, root melt, and all-over color.

    • All Over Color$100 ($45 Dep)
    • Full Balayage / Foil$320 ($160 Dep)
    • Partial Balayage$120 ($60 Dep)
    • Full Root Touchup$60 ($30 Dep)

    Blonde Specialist & Highlights

    Total blonde transformations, full & partial highlights, accent foil, and glossing / toner treatments.

    • Total Blonde$280 ($140 Dep)
    • Full Highlight$320 ($160 Dep)
    • Partial Highlight$120 ($60 Dep)
    • Accent Foil$45 ($22.50 Dep)
    • Glossing$60 (30 mins)
    • Malibu Crystal Gel Treatment$25 (20 mins)

    Fantasy Color & Correction

    Vivid hair transformations, custom fantasy colors, fantasy touchups, and expert color corrections.

    • Full Head Fantasy Colors$350 ($175 Dep)
    • Custom Fantasy Color$100 ($50 Dep)
    • Fantasy Color Touchup$180
    • Color Correction$80/hr

    Haircuts & Styling

    Precision haircuts, clipper cuts, express cuts, wash and style, and iron work styling.

    • Haircut$60 ($30 Dep)
    • Express Cut$35 ($17.50 Dep · 45 mins)
    • Kids Haircut$25
    • Wash And Style$50 ($25 Dep)
    • Iron Works$20 ($10 Dep)

    Hair Treatments & Keratin

    Keratin treatments for maximum straightness or curl smoothing, Olaplex bond builders, and signature TLC care.

    • Keratin Max Straight$600 ($300 Dep)
    • Keratin Ultimate Smooth$500 ($250 Dep)
    • Keratin Treatment Curly$350 ($175 Dep)
    • TLC Special$65 ($32.50 Dep)
    • Olaplex Stand Alone$45 ($22.50 Dep)

    Bridal Makeup & Brows

    Bridal makeup application for your special day, along with eyebrow waxing and tinting services.

    • Bridal Makeup ApplicationBy Consultation
    • Brow Wax$20 ($10 Dep)
    • Eyebrow Tint$25 ($10 Dep)
    • Two French Braids$20

    Exact service times and deposit requirements are specified during booking. Select your date and time below to schedule.

    Hair Services In Detail

    Deep dive into each service Kate the Hairslayer offers — from balayage and blonde transformations to color correction, keratin treatments, and bridal makeup in Manchester, NH.

    Balayage & Hair Color Specialist in Manchester, NH

    Kate the Hairslayer is a balayage specialist offering custom balayage, foil balayage, dimensional color, lived-in color, root melt, and shadow root techniques. Whether you want natural-looking balayage, blonde balayage, or brunette balayage, every custom hair color is designed for a low-maintenance grow-out. Services include all-over color, full and partial balayage, and full root touchups — with grey blending and grey coverage hair color for seamless results.

    • Natural-looking balayage & low-maintenance balayage
    • Dimensional color, lived-in color, root melt, shadow root
    • Grey blending & grey coverage hair color

    Blonde Specialist & Hair Highlights

    As a blonde specialist in Manchester, NH, Kate delivers total blonde transformations, full and partial highlights, accent foils, and all-over glossing or toner. Every blonde service uses bond-safe lightening with premium protectors like Olaplex to keep hair strong and shiny. If you're searching for the best hairstylist for blonde hair in Manchester, NH, Kate's blonde transformations are crafted for dimension, brightness, and hair health.

    • Total blonde & blonde transformation
    • Full highlights, partial highlights, accent foil
    • Hair gloss treatment & hair toner for lasting shine

    Fantasy Color & Hair Color Correction

    From vivid hair transformations to full-head fantasy colors and custom fantasy color, Kate brings bold visions to life. As a color correction specialist, she expertly restores unwanted, uneven, or box-dyed color for a fresh, healthy finish. Color correction is billed hourly because each case is unique — book a custom hair color consultation to build your plan.

    • Full head fantasy colors & custom fantasy color
    • Color correction specialist in Manchester, NH
    • Vivid hair transformations & fantasy touchups

    Keratin Treatments & Hair Treatments

    Kate offers Keratin Max Straight for maximum straightness, Keratin Ultimate Smooth for frizz control, and a Keratin Treatment designed for curly hair. Pair your service with the signature TLC Special or an Olaplex stand-alone treatment to rebuild bonds and maintain hair health. These luxury hair services keep your hair makeover looking salon-fresh for longer.

    • Keratin Max Straight, Ultimate Smooth & curly options
    • Olaplex bond-building treatments
    • TLC Special for ongoing hair health

    Bridal Makeup & Beauty Services

    Kate the Hairslayer is a bridal makeup artist offering bridal makeup application for destination weddings and local ceremonies. Complete your wedding day look with eyebrow waxing and tinting. As a bridal beauty specialist serving Manchester, Nashua, Concord, Derry, and Bedford, NH, Kate ensures you look flawless on your big day.

    • Bridal makeup application & bridal beauty services
    • Brow wax & eyebrow tint
    • Serving Manchester, Nashua, Concord, Derry & Bedford, NH
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    Hair Transformation Gallery

    From head-turning vivid hues to silky dimensional blondes — explore recent hair makeovers and hair transformations by Kate the Hairslayer, top-rated hairstylist in Manchester, NH.

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    Dimensional Pearl Blonde Waves

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    Neon Magenta & Royal Purple Ombre

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    Platinum Silver Transformation

    Ready for Your Own Transformation?

    Bring your dream hair board or let Kate design a completely custom shade tailored to your personality.

    Kate the Hairslayer — professional hairstylist and hair color specialist in Manchester NH
    Meet the Artist

    Hey, I'm Kate the Hairslayer

    With over 10 years in the beauty industry, Kate the Hairslayer is a professional hairstylist and hair color specialist in Manchester, NH. She specializes in balayage, blonde transformations, hair color correction, bridal makeup, and women's haircuts. Her goal is simple: to give you a hair makeover so fierce it demands attention wherever you go.

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    Balayage & Vivid Color Specialist

    Balayage specialist in Manchester NH — rainbow & pastel melts, dimensional color, lived-in color

    Blonde Specialist & Highlights

    Blonde transformation expert — bond-safe bleaching with premium protectors

    Custom Hair Color Consultation

    Detailed plan suited to your hair health and color goals

    Luxury Hair Salon Studio

    Private, relaxing hair salon in Manchester NH — high-energy, friendly vibe

    Client Love

    See what clients say about their hair transformation with Kate the Hairslayer in Manchester, NH

    "Kate literally slays hair! My purple and magenta melt lasted for months without dulling. She is an absolute master colorist."

    Jessica M.2 weeks ago

    "I was terrified to go blonde, but Kate kept my hair healthy, super shiny, and perfectly toned. I will never go anywhere else!"

    Samantha K.1 month ago

    "The atmosphere, the skill, the vibe! Kate is truly the hair slayer. Book in advance because she fills up fast!"

    Alexis R.3 weeks ago

    Best Hairstylist in Manchester, NH — Balayage, Blonde & Fantasy Color Specialist

    Kate the Hairslayer is a top-rated hair stylist and hair color specialist in Manchester, New Hampshire. Whether you're searching for a balayage specialist in Manchester, NH, the best hairstylist for blonde hair in Manchester, NH, or a hair color correction expert, Kate delivers luxury hair services tailored to your unique style. Specializing in natural-looking balayage, blonde balayage, dimensional color, lived-in color, root melt, and shadow root techniques, every hair transformation is crafted with precision and care.

    From custom fantasy colors and vivid hair transformations to grey blending, grey coverage, hair gloss treatment, and hair toner services, Kate provides custom hair color designed around your hair health and goals. For clients needing a color correction specialist in Manchester, NH, Kate expertly restores and revives damaged or unwanted color for a fresh, healthy finish.

    Getting ready for your wedding day? Kate is a bridal makeup artist offering bridal makeup application for destination weddings and local ceremonies alike, plus eyebrow waxing and tinting to complete your look. She also provides the best women's haircut in Manchester, NH, including modern haircuts for long hair, cuts for curly and textured hair, and haircut and style appointments. Book your hair makeover today with the top-rated hairstylist in Manchester, NH.

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    Hair Tips & Inspiration

    From the Chair

    Expert hair tips and inspiration from Kate the Hairslayer — balayage guides, blonde care, color correction advice, and bridal beauty tips for clients in Manchester, NH.

    Balayage4 min read

    Best Balayage for Brunettes: A Low-Maintenance Color Guide

    Brunette balayage is the ultimate low-maintenance color. Learn how Kate creates lived-in, dimensional brunette color that grows out beautifully — no harsh regrowth line in sight.

    Blonde Specialist5 min read

    Blonde Transformation: How to Go Blonde Without Damage

    Thinking about a blonde transformation? Here's how a blonde specialist in Manchester, NH keeps hair healthy with bond-safe lightening, Olaplex, and the right toner.

    Color Correction6 min read

    Color Correction: Fixing Box Dye & Unwanted Hair Color

    Hair color correction is an art. Kate breaks down what a color correction specialist actually does, how long it takes, and why patience (and deposits) matter.

    Hair Treatments4 min read

    Keratin Treatment vs. Smoothing: Which Is Right for You?

    Confused about keratin options? Compare Keratin Max Straight, Ultimate Smooth, and curly hair treatments to find the best hair treatment for your texture and lifestyle.

    Bridal5 min read

    Bridal Beauty: Wedding Makeup Trial Tips

    Your wedding day deserves flawless makeup. A bridal makeup artist shares why a bridal makeup trial matters and how to prep for destination weddings.

    Hair Care3 min read

    How to Maintain Your Hair Color Between Appointments

    Make your dimensional color and balayage last. Practical tips on hair toner, gloss treatments, washing frequency, and protecting vivid color from fading.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Everything you need to know about balayage, blonde transformations, color correction, keratin treatments, and bridal makeup with Kate the Hairslayer.

    Still have questions about your hair transformation?

    Book a consultation with Kate the Hairslayer, the top-rated hairstylist in Manchester, NH, and we'll design a custom plan for your hair goals.

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    Appointments & Availability

    Book Your Slayer Session

    Select your service, choose an available time slot, and reserve your chair with Kate.

    1. Select Service

    Signature Vivid Color & Cut

    $250+

    Custom vivid melt, creative hair color transformation, including haircut and signature style.

    3.5 - 4 hrs

    Balayage & Blonding

    $220+

    Hand-painted highlights, custom toning, and treatment for seamless dimensional blonde.

    3 - 3.5 hrs

    Express Cut

    $35 ($17.50 Deposit)

    Quick, precision dry or damp haircut tailored to your style and shape.

    45 mins

    Custom Precision Haircut

    $60 ($30 Deposit)

    Personalized hair design, shampoo, scalp massage, and custom blow-dry styling.

    1 hr

    Glossing

    $60

    All-over shine, tone refresh, and luminous color-enhancing gloss treatment.

    30 mins

    Malibu Crystal Gel Treatment

    $25

    Patented de-mineralizing and clarifying treatment that removes mineral buildup, chlorine, and impurities.

    20 mins

    2. Pick Date & Time

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    Selected Service:Signature Vivid Color & Cut
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    Estimated Total:$250+