Why Your Safety is Our Non-Negotiable (And How We’re Making It Easier)

At Baykar London, we’re in the business of making you look incredible. But more importantly, we’re in the business of making sure you feel incredible—which is hard to do if you’re having an allergic reaction.

We know, we know. You’ve had your hair coloured for years. You "know" you aren't allergic. But the legal reality is that we cannot—and will not—apply color without a valid patch test. Here’s the lowdown on how we stay safe and why we’ve upgraded our process for you.

The "Why": It’s Not Just Us Being Bossy (Honest)

Legally and for insurance purposes, a patch test is a must. Allergic sensitivities can develop at any time—triggered by anything from a new tattoo to changes in your immune system.

In the eyes of the law (and our insurers), a signed waiver is about as useful as a chocolate teapot. We are the professionals, and that means we have a duty of care to ensure your skin likes the chemicals as much as your hair does.

The Game Changer: Our Partnership with Colourstart

We know the "pop in 48 hours before" rule is the ultimate vibe-killer for a busy London schedule. That’s why we’ve partnered with Colourstart.

• What it is: The first and only clinically proven, CE-marked hair and skin allergy patch test.

• The Perk: Once you’ve set up your Colorstart "Passport," you can manage your own testing at home.

• The Result: No more extra trips to the salon just for a dab of tint behind the ear. It’s digital, it’s verified, and it puts you in the fast lane to your next transformation.

Colourstart Passport - The Game Changer for Coloured Hair and your Health

The "Old School" Manual Option

If Colorstart isn't for you, don’t worry—we’ve still got the classic approach. We can perform a manual patch test in-salon, but there are some strict rules:

1. The 48-Hour Rule: It must be done at least 48 hours before your appointment.

2. The 6-Month Reset: If it’s been more than 6 months since your last color with us, the law says we have to start the clock again and re-test you.

At Baykar London, we don’t take shortcuts with your health. We’ve invested in the best technology like Colourstart to make your life easier, but the rule remains: No test, no color.

We do it because we value your safety as much as your style.

Ready for your next glow-up? Book your consultation and let’s get your patch test sorted—the smart way.