Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, Viva Hair Lounge serves guests from Union, Westfield, Cranford, and surrounding New Jersey communities from our Union location.

Viva Hair Lounge has been in business since 2018. Our team brings over 15 years of combined styling experience.

Yes, we correct unwanted tones, uneven color, and box dye results using safe removal techniques and restorative aftercare.

Our haircuts include wash, precision cut, and professional blow-dry styling. We tailor cuts to face shape and lifestyle for women, men, and wigs.

Yes, we offer advanced Keratin Plus and Hair Botox treatments that smooth frizz, reduce curl, and add long-lasting shine with natural movement.

Yes, our experts provide color matching for seamless blending with tape-in extensions available in 1-4 pack options for volume and length.

Shadow root and halo root are specialized techniques we offer for seamless color blending using premium color lines matched to your skin undertones.

Yes, our professional makeup artists provide trials for bridal clients plus custom product selection for weddings and special occasions.

We offer Brazilian Bond Builder, B3, and deep conditioning masks that restore elasticity and shine, recommended before or after color services.

Yes, we offer Scalp Renew Dermabrasion and Cellula Madre treatments that stimulate circulation and promote healthier hair growth.

Our balayage includes hand-painted application by specialists plus toner and gloss treatment for extra shine and natural dimension.

Yes, we're committed to using professional-grade, eco-conscious products that protect hair integrity while delivering lasting results.

Full balayage colors most of your hair for a dramatic, all-over dimension shift — ideal if you want a complete transformation. Partial balayage focuses on the top sections and face-framing pieces for a subtler, lower-maintenance look. Both services at Viva Hair Lounge in Union, NJ include a blowout finish, and a free consultation can help you choose the right option for your hair.

Viva Hair Lounge in Union, NJ offers professional balayage, highlights, and a full range of hair color services for all hair types. Their stylists customize each color service to your hair's condition and your desired result, whether you're after a subtle sun-kissed look or a bold transformation.

Yes, balayage is one of the most low-maintenance color techniques available because it grows out gradually without a harsh root line. The hand-painted, soft-blend application means you can go longer between appointments while still maintaining a natural, dimensional look.

Highlights use foils to lighten hair in uniform sections for a more structured, high-contrast look, while balayage is painted freehand for a softer, sun-kissed effect with a natural grow-out. If you want precise brightness, highlights may suit you better; if you prefer a lived-in, blended finish, balayage is typically the stronger choice.

In most cases, yes — balayage can be applied to previously colored or chemically treated hair, though the starting condition affects the technique and result. A stylist will assess your hair's current state before the service to ensure the color lifts evenly and safely.