Dark Roots!

Has anyone ever had the reverse disaster? I wanted some SUBTLE dark auburn highlights in my blah brown hair, and the colorist gave me an awful burnt sienna/burgundy wash. How do you cover up that mess while your natural roots are growing in? I don't want to chop it all off -- I'm too old for a pixie! HELP me, if you can!!!

I'm going to check withe my hair colorist expert and get right back to you. Don't chop!

Here's her answer:

The hair has got to be darkened and brought to a "browner" shade. This is a color correction and you need to talk to the colorist before yoiu let her "touch your hair".
When it comes to correcting color there are two rules;
1) speak to the salon owner to have him/her "fix" the error BUT
2) Bring a picture of what you expect your hair to look like so there is no question of misunderstanding. This is a couresty service any good salon should offer
HOWEVER....if you don't feel comfortable leave and "interview" another colorist.
Most of the time errors in color come from poor consultation....help by always bringing pictures so there is no doubt of what you want and you don't walk out stressed.