

Half Head Highlights - Packed In delivers maximum brightness across the top and sides with closely placed foils for a high-impact yet believable finish. Placement is tailored to your parting, face shape and hair density, then refined with a bespoke toner for modern, glossy colour and soft regrowth.
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What's Included
High-coverage half head highlighting focused on the areas you see most.
- Personal consultation to map placement, tone and brightness.
- Precision foiling across parting, crown and sides, with micro-weaves and back-to-back spacing where needed.
- Face-framing lights tailored to your complexion.
- Toner or gloss to refine shade, neutralise warmth and add shine.
- Bond care and pH balancing to support hair strength.
- Optional root tap or melt for a softer grow-out.
- Aftercare guidance and a maintenance plan.
Who It's For
Perfect if you want the impact of a near full-head look on the top layers without committing to a full head every visit. Ideal for bright blonding, blending early greys, lifting old highlights and refreshing a face frame.
Suited to fine through thick hair and straight, wavy or curly textures. If your hair is very dark or heavily coloured, a staged lightening plan may be recommended for an even, healthy result.
Duration & Appointment Timing
Appointments typically take 1 to 2 hours, depending on hair length, density and desired lift. If adding a cut or a blow-dry, allow extra time.
Most clients rebook highlight maintenance every 8 to 12 weeks. A gloss top-up at 4 to 6 weeks keeps tone fresh between visits.
Arrive with dry, tangle-free hair and avoid heavy oils or purple shampoo in the two washes before your appointment. Share any previous colour history so processing can be tailored safely.
Aftercare & Maintenance
Use a gentle, sulphate-free shampoo and a conditioner for coloured hair. Add a weekly mask and always use heat protection.
Blondes benefit from a purple shampoo used sparingly to control warmth. Limit chlorinated pool exposure, or rinse and condition immediately after swimming.
Plan for a toner or gloss refresh at 4 to 6 weeks and regrowth highlights at 8 to 12 weeks. Your colourist will adjust the schedule to your hair and lifestyle.
Client Reviews
Based on 3 reviews
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magda lubecka
No words to express how happy I am with the final effect. the color is perfect, the service is very nice, Kayleigh who took care of me was excellent. I will definitely come back.
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Angela Silva Dias
Always a great experience to come to the salon. Mary works wonders! She really listens and taylor makes a fabulous colour, cut and blow dry service.
- J
Jo Turner
Lovely salon. Freya is a great stylist & colourist. All services professional, friendly & comfortable.
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