Pricing
How Much Does a Root Touch-Up Cost in Canada? (2026 Price Guide)
A root touch-up is one of the most routine colour appointments at Canadian salons — a single-process permanent colour applied strictly to new scalp growth to cover regrowth or grey. Based on publicly advertised prices collected from 55 independent Canadian businesses across 8 provinces in October 2026, root touch-up (single process) prices in Canada range from $65 to $95, with a national median of $80. The middle 50% of salons charge between $75 and $85.
This is a different service from a full-head colour reapplication. A root touch-up addresses regrowth only — typically under 1.5 inches from the scalp — and is priced accordingly.
Root touch-up prices in Canada (2026)
Prices below are drawn from publicly advertised salon menus researched across Canada in October 2026. All figures are in CAD and exclude provincial sales tax, gratuity, and optional add-ons.
| Metric | Observed value |
|---|---|
| Observed range | $65 – $95 |
| National median | $80 |
| Middle 50% (P25–P75) | $75 – $85 |
| Arithmetic mean | $81.45 |
| Businesses sampled | 55 |
| Provinces represented | 8 (ON, BC, AB, QC, NS, MB, SK, NB) |
The middle 50% band and observed range summarize the sample. The price shown for an appointment can also depend on the city and stylist level.
By province
| Province | Salons sampled | Observed range | Median | Sample status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alberta | 7 | $80 – $85 | $80 | Limited |
| British Columbia | 6 | $85 – $95 | $87.50 | Limited |
| Manitoba | 3 | $75 – $80 | $75 | Limited |
| New Brunswick | 18 | $65 – $85 | $75 | Sufficient |
| Nova Scotia | 3 | $75 – $80 | $75 | Limited |
| Ontario | 13 | $75 – $95 | $90 | Sufficient |
| Quebec | 3 | $75 – $85 | $80 | Limited |
| Saskatchewan | 2 | $75 – $80 | $77.50 | Limited |
Ontario has the highest provincial median at $90, driven by Toronto’s mid-to-premium market. British Columbia follows at $87.50. New Brunswick’s provincial median of $75 sits below the national figure — consistent with the market structure observed across this province’s sample.
Provinces other than Ontario and New Brunswick are limited samples. Those ranges are useful reference points but not broad market statements.
City-by-city root touch-up prices
| City | Province | Salons sampled | Observed range | Median | Sample status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calgary | AB | 5 | $80 – $85 | $85 | Sufficient |
| Edmonton | AB | 2 | $80 – $80 | $80 | Limited |
| Fredericton | NB | 7 | $65 – $85 | $75 | Sufficient |
| Halifax | NS | 3 | $75 – $80 | $75 | Limited |
| Moncton | NB | 6 | $75 – $85 | $82.50 | Sufficient |
| Montreal | QC | 2 | $80 – $85 | $82.50 | Limited |
| Ottawa | ON | 3 | $80 – $85 | $80 | Limited |
| Saint John | NB | 4 | $70 – $85 | $75 | Sufficient |
| Toronto | ON | 9 | $80 – $95 | $90 | Sufficient |
| Vancouver | BC | 5 | $85 – $95 | $90 | Sufficient |
| Winnipeg | MB | 3 | $75 – $80 | $75 | Limited |
Notes on the table:
- Edmonton, Halifax, Montreal, Ottawa, and Winnipeg have limited samples. Treat those figures as indicative.
- Calgary’s city median ($85) is above the national median ($80) and above all three New Brunswick cities.
- Toronto and Vancouver share a city median of $90 — the highest among the sufficient-sample cities in this research.
New Brunswick root touch-up pricing
New Brunswick has 18 salons in this sample, distributed across Fredericton, Moncton, and Saint John — all three with sufficient city samples.
Fredericton (7 salons)
Root touch-up prices in Fredericton ranged from $65 to $85, with a city median of $75. The lower end reflects accessible community-market salons; established salon-and-spa operations tend to sit at or above $75. Browse Fredericton hair salons for current salon options.
Moncton and Dieppe (6 salons)
Moncton’s range was $75 to $85, with a city median of $82.50. This is higher than Fredericton’s figure and sits close to the national median of $80. Find Moncton hair salons to compare current pricing.
Saint John (4 salons)
Saint John returned a range of $70 to $85, with a median of $75 — the same as Fredericton’s. The $70 low is the most accessible price found in this New Brunswick sample for a root touch-up. Explore the New Brunswick salon directory for current options.
What affects the root touch-up price
Regrowth length. The benchmark is for single-process root colour applied to regrowth under 1.5 inches. One cited menu records a +$30 surcharge for regrowth beyond that threshold. Other salons may quote a full-colour service instead, so confirm which menu price applies when booking.
Finished blowout. A standard root touch-up price may include rinsing the colour and a rough blast-dry rather than a professional round-brush finish. In one documented menu comparison, adding a professional blowout was +$40, with a base-to-total range of $75 to $115.
Stylist level. Menu rates can differ by stylist level. Confirm which listed rate applies to the person performing the service.
What is included — and what is not
What the sample menus described:
- Single-process permanent colour application to scalp growth only
- Shampoo or rinse
- Rough blast-dry, where included by the provider
Items that may be listed separately:
- Professional round-brush blowout
- Haircut or trim
- Provincial sales tax (advertised prices are always pre-tax)
- Gratuity (policies vary by provider)
Root touch-up versus full hair colour
A root touch-up applies colour to regrowth at the scalp. It is separate from a full hair colour service, which covers colour from the scalp through the lengths. The two guides use separate service scopes and price benchmarks.
If your intent is to change your overall hair colour, or to significantly shift tone, you are likely booking a full-colour service, not a root touch-up.
Questions to ask before booking
- How much regrowth do I have, and does the quoted price apply to that length?
- Is the price for a rough dry or a professional blowout finish?
- Is toner included, or will it be an additional charge?
- Does the quoted price change based on the amount of regrowth or the requested finish?
- Which stylist level is this appointment using?
Frequently asked questions
How much does a root touch-up cost in Canada?
Based on publicly advertised menus from 55 independent businesses across 8 provinces in October 2026, a single-process root touch-up ranges from $65 to $95, with a national median of $80. The middle 50% of salons in the sample charged between $75 and $85.
How is regrowth over 1.5 inches priced?
One cited menu records a +$30 surcharge for regrowth over 1.5 inches. Other salons may quote the service as full hair colour. Confirm which listed service and price apply when booking.
Does a root touch-up include a blowout?
Menu inclusions vary. One documented comparison priced a root touch-up with a finished blowout at $115, compared with a $75 base rate, a +$40 difference. Ask whether the quoted finish is a rough dry or a professional blowout.
Is a root touch-up the same as full hair colour?
No. A root touch-up covers regrowth at the scalp; a full hair colour service covers colour through the lengths. They are separate service categories with separate price benchmarks.
What were root touch-up prices in New Brunswick?
The New Brunswick sample included 18 salons and had a provincial median of $75. Fredericton’s 7-salon sample ranged from $65 to $85, with a median of $75. Moncton’s 6-salon sample ranged from $75 to $85, with a median of $82.50. Saint John’s 4-salon sample ranged from $70 to $85, with a median of $75.
About these prices
Pricing in this article was compiled from publicly advertised root touch-up service menus at 55 independent Canadian businesses across 14 cities in 8 provinces, researched in October 2026. Businesses were identified through first-party salon websites and verified booking platform listings. All prices are in CAD and represent advertised starting rates. Current pricing at any specific business may differ.
Listed costs vary by the service and finish described in each menu. Advertised prices are pre-tax. Gratuity policies vary by provider.
Prices change. Always confirm the current rate directly with the salon before booking.
For a broader colour appointment, compare the full hair colour pricing guide.
Compare other service categories in our Canadian salon and spa pricing guides.
Quick pricing answers
How much does a root touch-up cost in Canada?
Based on publicly advertised menus from 55 independent businesses across 8 provinces in October 2026, a single-process root touch-up ranges from $65 to $95, with a national median of $80. The middle 50% of salons in the sample charged between $75 and $85.
How is regrowth over 1.5 inches priced?
One cited menu records a +$30 surcharge for regrowth over 1.5 inches. Other salons may quote the service as full hair colour. Confirm which listed service and price apply when booking.
Does a root touch-up include a blowout?
Menu inclusions vary. One documented comparison priced a root touch-up with a finished blowout at $115, compared with a $75 base rate, a +$40 difference. Ask whether the quoted finish is a rough dry or a professional blowout.
Is a root touch-up the same as full hair colour?
No. A root touch-up covers regrowth at the scalp; a full hair colour service covers colour through the lengths. They are separate service categories with separate price benchmarks.
What were root touch-up prices in New Brunswick?
The New Brunswick sample included 18 salons and had a provincial median of $75. Fredericton's 7-salon sample ranged from $65 to $85, with a median of $75. Moncton's 6-salon sample ranged from $75 to $85, with a median of $82.50. Saint John's 4-salon sample ranged from $70 to $85, with a median of $75.
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