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Ann Michael Collective — Color

Balayage &
Hair Color

Hand-Painted Balayage & Expert Color — Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin

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Color
Specialists

The Craft

Color That Moves
Like Light

At Ann Michael Collective, hair color is not a formula — it is a conversation between light, tone, and the individual in our chair. Our colorists approach every guest with a fresh eye, building color that lives naturally in your hair and evolves beautifully over time.

Our specialty is the hand-painted balayage technique: a freehand approach that creates soft, seamless color transitions with none of the harsh lines of traditional foil work. The result is dimensional, lived-in color that looks like you were born with it — and grows out with remarkable grace.

Hand-Painted Technique Freehand color application for a soft, seamless result.
Custom Color Theory Every formula is designed specifically for your hair and skin tone.
Tonal Harmony We balance warmth, depth, and dimension for a cohesive look.
Olaplex Certified Bond-building protection throughout every color service.

What We Offer

Color Services

From sun-kissed balayage to dramatic color transformations, our color menu is built around your unique vision and hair goals.

Most Requested
01
Balayage & Ombré

Our signature service. Hand-painted color that creates natural, sun-kissed dimension tailored to your face shape, skin tone, and lifestyle. Low maintenance, high impact.

  • Full color consultation
  • Custom tonal mapping
  • Freehand balayage application
  • Toner or gloss finish
  • Olaplex bond treatment
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02
Full Color

All-over single-process color for rich, even coverage. Ideal for covering grays or achieving a bold new shade. Includes a custom gloss or toner to perfect your final tone.

  • Root-to-end color application
  • Custom shade formulation
  • Gray coverage available
  • Finishing gloss or toner
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03
Highlights & Lowlights

Precision foil highlights and lowlights for a brighter, more contrasted look. We blend light and shadow to add incredible depth and movement throughout your hair.

  • Partial or full highlight options
  • Face-framing highlights
  • Lowlight blending available
  • Toner for cohesive finish
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04
Color Correction

Transforming difficult color situations into something beautiful. Whether recovering from at-home color, lifting brassiness, or starting fresh — we assess your hair thoroughly and build a safe, effective plan.

  • In-depth color consultation
  • Strand test when needed
  • Multi-session planning if required
  • Olaplex protection throughout
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How It Works

Your Color Journey

I
Consultation

We start every color service with a thorough consultation — assessing your hair health, discussing your inspiration photos, and building a custom color roadmap before a single brush touches your hair.

II
Color Plan

Your colorist mixes a custom formula designed for your unique tones and goals. We map out the placement, discuss the expected result, and ensure we're fully aligned before we begin.

III
Application

The hand-painting begins. Our colorists work with precision and artistry, layering dimension and light throughout your hair. Olaplex is incorporated to protect every strand throughout the process.

IV
Reveal & Style

After the rinse and toner, we style your hair to showcase the full effect of your new color. You'll leave knowing exactly how to maintain and care for your look at home.

Client Love

What Our Guests Say

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ "

I've been getting balayage for years, but nothing compares to what Ann Michael did for me. My colorist listened to exactly what I wanted and delivered something even better than my inspiration photo. The color is so natural and dimensional.

— Lauren M., Elkhart Lake

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ "

I came in with a color correction disaster from a box dye and left with the most beautiful warm brunette I've ever had. The team was honest about the process, realistic about timing, and the result was absolutely stunning.

— Kayla R., Sheboygan

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ "

The highlights and toner they did completely transformed my look. I went in expecting just a touch-up and left feeling like a totally new person. The Olaplex treatment kept my hair feeling soft and healthy too. I won't go anywhere else now.

— Amber T., Plymouth, WI

Ready for New Color?

Book Your Color Appointment

Our color artists are ready to build something beautiful with you. Book online or give us a call — we're here Mon–Thu 9am–7pm, Fri 9am–4pm, and Sat 8am–1pm.

Book Online Call (920) 781-2057

44d Gottfried St, Elkhart Lake, WI 53020  |  Mon–Thu 9am–7pm  |  Fri 9am–4pm  |  Sat 8am–1pm

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