A half head highlight is a targeted colour service that lifts and brightens selected sections through the top and sides for natural-looking dimension. It’s ideal when you want a noticeable refresh without the time or coverage of a full head, keeping regrowth softer and maintenance more predictable.
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What a half head highlight delivers
Designed for a clean, blended lift that looks polished in everyday light and photographs.
- Lightness and contrast through the crown and sides
- Soft, face-brightening dimension (placement tailored to your parting and styling)
- A refresh for faded lengths without colouring the whole head
- A more low maintenance alternative to a full head of highlights
- Optional toning to refine warmth or add a cooler, creamier finish
When this service is the best fit
Choose a half head highlight if you want to keep your colour looking intentional between bigger appointments, or you prefer a lighter look around the top without full coverage underneath. It works well for busy schedules, and for clients who wear their hair up, half-up, or with a defined parting. If you are after all-over brightness, a full head highlight or a balayage style service may suit you better.
What happens in the appointment
You will start with a quick consultation on your current colour, your goal shade and how you style your hair day to day. Highlights are placed with precision through the top and sides, then processed to the right level of lift. Allow around 45 minutes for the highlighting service; toning and finishing can be booked alongside if needed.
Aftercare and maintenance
To keep the tone clean and the hair feeling good, use a colour-safe shampoo and conditioner and add a weekly nourishing mask. Most people refresh half head highlights every 8 to 12 weeks, depending on contrast and how fast your hair grows. If you want the colour to stay especially glossy or cooler, book a toner or gloss top-up between highlight appointments.
Client Reviews
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Shannon
Fantastic service from Grace. She understands me better than I understand myself in terms of knowing what I want. She’s very knowledgeable, and has given me such a fantastic experience. My hair is perfect!
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Kerri Shaw
Truly Amazing experience at the salon today , my 4 hour appointment full head of highlights ( I do have long thick hair ) was timeless . My stylist Grace gave me first class treatment from my consultation , her knowledge of Colour recommendation, and finished with a bouncy blow dry and the gorgeous coffee and biscuit served . Highly recommend from walking in to the salon the staff are so warm , friendly , and professional . This isn’t just a hair appointment it’s an every ladies dream of feeling just perfect .
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Christine Hughes
I had a consultation with Seamus today. Regarding a colour, he was very knowledgeable and straightforward and advised me fully. I would definitely recommend, such a good salon.
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