Business Details
39 Years
experience
Your Trusted Hair Salon in Framingham, MA
At True Salon & Color Cafe, we understand the demands of modern life and the importance of looking and feeling your best. Founded in 1987, our Framingham, MA salon has built a reputation for excellence through 38 years of combined experience in hair care and styling. Our team of American Board-Certified Hair Color specialists delivers personalized services tailored to each client's unique needs. We prioritize convenience with flexible scheduling and a collaborative team approach, ensuring every client receives consistent, high-quality results. Our stylists, including industry veterans like Rebecca (34 years at trUe) and Cate (a former Naval Officer turned entrepreneur), combine technical expertise with creative artistry.We maintain rigorous standards through continuous education and certification programs, guaranteeing skilled service from every team member. Our commitment to client satisfaction extends to a 5-day adjustment policy and transparent pricing structures. By fostering a welcoming environment and embracing both classic techniques and modern trends, we empower clients to express their individuality through exceptional hair care. Our dedication to professional excellence and personalized service has made us a trusted choice for Framingham residents seeking transformative beauty experiences.
Services
Haircutting
Hair Coloring
Styling
Keratin Treatments
Waxing
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We offer 38 years of combined experience in hair care and styling
- Our stylists are certified in American Board-Certified Hair Color disciplines
- Flexible scheduling with multiple stylists available
- Complimentary consultations for corrective and fashion coloring
- Commitment to client satisfaction with a 5-day adjustment policy
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Certified Hair Colorists
What people say
Look fabulous
Skilled hands
Convenient scheduling
Transformative results
Personalized care
Services
Haircutting
Our certified stylists provide precision haircuts tailored to individual face shapes and lifestyles. Services include consultation, shampoo, conditioner, and styling. With expertise in bobs, pixies, long hair, textured cuts, and creative styles, our team ensures modern, flattering results that enhance natural features while maintaining optimal hair health.
Hair Coloring
Specializing in American Board-Certified Hair Color techniques, we offer single process, root-to-end color, full foil, balayage, and corrective coloring. Our stylists create customized color solutions using advanced highlighting techniques, including sun-kissed highlights, vivid fashion colors, and natural brunettes, ensuring dimensional results that complement each client's unique style and skin tone.
Keratin Treatments
Our keratin treatments transform frizzy hair into smooth, manageable locks. The Express treatment ($170) lasts 8-10 weeks, while the Full Keratin treatment ($350) provides longer-lasting results. These services strengthen hair while reducing styling time, ideal for clients seeking low-maintenance, salon-quality smoothness with natural movement and shine.
Waxing
Professional waxing services address facial and body hair removal needs with precision and care. We offer brow shaping ($20), lip/chin ($18), bikini ($38), and full leg ($38+) options. Our estheticians use gentle techniques to minimize discomfort while achieving clean lines and smooth results that last longer than shaving.
Styling
From everyday looks to special occasion up-dos ($95+), our stylists create polished, lasting styles. Services include blowouts, curling, straightening, and formal styling that enhance natural texture. Our team stays current with trending techniques to deliver modern, camera-ready styles for weddings, events, or personal confidence boosts.
People
Rebecca
Designer Stylist
With 38 years in beauty and 34 at trUe, Rebecca specializes in cutting, coloring, and formal styling. Her passion for client satisfaction drives her to create personalized looks that enhance natural beauty through expert technique and creative flair.
Julie
Designer Stylist
Celebrating 30 years at trUe, Julie combines 35 years of styling experience with ongoing education. She focuses on making clients feel comfortable and confident through modern cuts and color techniques that balance trend awareness with timeless elegance.
Carissa
Designer Stylist
Bringing 25 years of cosmetology expertise, Carissa excels in customized color solutions. Her passion for hair color innovation and client relationships results in vibrant, personalized looks that boost confidence while maintaining hair health.
Solangel
Senior Stylist
Licensed since 2015, Solangel combines technical precision with warm client care. Her expertise in color and cutting techniques delivers modern, flattering results that reflect each client's personality while maintaining approachable, wearable styles.
Cate
Owner
As founder and leader, Cate leverages diverse experience from naval service to nursing to drive innovation. Her entrepreneurial vision fosters a collaborative environment where stylists thrive and clients receive exceptional, forward-thinking hair care services.
Questions
What hair services do you offer?
We provide haircuts, coloring, styling, keratin treatments, and waxing services with certified professionals using advanced techniques.
Do you require a deposit for appointments?
Yes, we require a credit card to secure appointments with a 48-hour cancellation policy.
Can I choose any stylist for my appointment?
Yes, our collaborative team approach allows you to select any qualified stylist based on your preferences.
What happens if I need to cancel?
Cancellations within 48 hours incur a 25% fee, day-of cancellations 50%, and no-shows 100% of service cost.
Do you offer corrective coloring?
Yes, we provide corrective coloring services with complimentary 15-minute consultations to assess your needs.
