--- title: "Half Head Highlights Packed In, Handcross | Aaron Russell" description: "Brighten the top and sides with tightly placed foils for high-impact, natural-looking lift. Soft grow-out, tailored tone, and a glossy finish." canonical: "https://www.aaron-russell.net/services/half-head-highlights-packed-in" --- ![Smiling woman with long wavy blonde hair wearing a light gray "San Diego 1970 CA" sweatshirt in a salon](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fblonde-wavy-hair-san-diego-sweatshirt-salon.jpg%3Fv%3D1762696493812&w=1536&q=75&dpl=dpl_5HwZ5btMjd1PN9brRSFBMT929TSC)![Smiling woman with long wavy blonde hair wearing a light gray "San Diego 1970 CA" sweatshirt in a salon](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fblonde-wavy-hair-san-diego-sweatshirt-salon.jpg%3Fv%3D1762696493812&w=1536&q=75&dpl=dpl_5HwZ5btMjd1PN9brRSFBMT929TSC) Highlighting # Half Head Highlights - Packed In £60 – £125 60 - 120 mins Patch Test Required [Book Online](https://book.frively.com/salons/1fe1b162-9133-439a-847f-5f3f2c05f908/book) 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. ## 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. [Book Online](https://book.frively.com/salons/1fe1b162-9133-439a-847f-5f3f2c05f908/book) ## Client Reviews 5.0 Based on 3 reviews - m 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. - A 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. ## Frequently Asked Questions What does “packed in” half head highlights mean? It is a half head placement with higher foil density to maximise brightness across the top and sides. Foils are finely woven and set back-to-back where needed for a seamless result, with an optional root tap for softer grow-out. Will it suit my hair type and look natural? Yes. The weave size, spacing and tone are tailored to your texture, density and complexion. The finish can be soft and sunlit or brighter and bolder, always blended to avoid stripes. How often will I need maintenance? Most clients refresh regrowth every 8 to 12 weeks, depending on growth rate and desired brightness. A toner or gloss at 4 to 6 weeks keeps the shade fresh and adds shine. Is this suitable if I have previous colour or greys? It can blend early greys and lift over many colour histories. If there is dark box dye or banding, a staged plan or corrective work may be recommended to protect hair health. Can I add a cut or blow-dry to this service? Yes. Many clients pair highlights with a cut or professional blow-dry to see the tone and blend at their best. Allow extra time when booking. Patch Test Required [Book Online](https://book.frively.com/salons/1fe1b162-9133-439a-847f-5f3f2c05f908/book) ## Available Team Members These team members perform this service - ![Smiling woman with long wavy blonde hair, black blazer, blue background](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fsmiling-woman-blonde-hair-headshot-blue-background-48x52.jpg%3Fv%3D1761745906266&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_5HwZ5btMjd1PN9brRSFBMT929TSC) Kayleigh Senior stylist [View](/team-members/kayleigh) - ![Smiling woman with long dark hair in black top wearing a single-strand rhinestone/tennis necklace](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fhannah-1739522807-48x52.jpg%3Fv%3D1780505736395&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_5HwZ5btMjd1PN9brRSFBMT929TSC) Hannah Stylist [View](/team-members/hannah) - ![Smiling woman with dark blunt bangs, wavy shoulder-length hair, nose ring, wearing black sheer blouse](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Flisa-1709755548-48x52.jpg%3Fv%3D1780505740540&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_5HwZ5btMjd1PN9brRSFBMT929TSC) Lisa Senior Stylist [View](/team-members/lisa) - ![Smiling man with trimmed beard wearing dark blazer and polo against bluish-gray background](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fharry-1709755396-48x52.jpg%3Fv%3D1780505740390&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_5HwZ5btMjd1PN9brRSFBMT929TSC) Harry Senior Stylist [View](/team-members/harry) Show more team members - ![Smiling young blonde woman with long wavy hair, gold necklaces, and dark backdrop](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Ffreya-1709755632-48x52.jpg%3Fv%3D1780505739086&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_5HwZ5btMjd1PN9brRSFBMT929TSC) Freya Senior Stylist [View](/team-members/freya) - ![Smiling older man with short white hair and goatee wearing a light blue striped shirt](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fbarry-holt-1504887440-48x52.jpg%3Fv%3D1780505736211&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_5HwZ5btMjd1PN9brRSFBMT929TSC) Barry Senior Stylist [View](/team-members/barry) - ![Smiling young woman with long straight dark hair wearing black cardigan and cross necklace](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fbria-1740517769-48x52.jpg%3Fv%3D1780505737772&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_5HwZ5btMjd1PN9brRSFBMT929TSC) Bria Academy Stylist [View](/team-members/bria) - ![Smiling woman with long wavy brown hair against a dark background](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fmary-1739522617-48x52.jpg%3Fv%3D1780505737638&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_5HwZ5btMjd1PN9brRSFBMT929TSC) Mary Senior Stylist [View](/team-members/mary) ## Related Services Complete your experience with these services - Highlights - Full Head £67.50 – £133•60 - 90 mins [View](/services/highlights-full-head) - Highlights - Half Head £45 – £100•45 - 105 mins [View](/services/highlights-half-head) - Highlights - T-bar £76•30 mins [View](/services/highlights-t-bar) - Highlights - Face Framing £46 – £92•30 - 60 mins [View](/services/highlights-face-framing) Show more services - Full Head Highlights - Packed In £70 – £161•75 - 120 mins [View](/services/full-head-highlights-packed-in) - Highlights Maintenance and Face Framing £65 – £130•45 - 120 mins [View](/services/highlights-maintenance-and-face-framing) - Highlights & Semi - Half Head £60 – £115•60 mins [View](/services/highlights-and-semi-half-head) - Highlights & Semi Colour - Full Head £86 – £172•75 - 90 mins [View](/services/highlights-and-semi-colour-full-head) ## Related Blog Posts - [![Before-and-after hair color transformation from brassy red/purple to smooth chestnut brown](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fbefore-after-chestnut-hair-transformation.jpg%3Fv%3D1762954591695&w=1536&q=75&dpl=dpl_5HwZ5btMjd1PN9brRSFBMT929TSC) ### Colour correction explained, timelines, stages, and cost Need a fix after box dye or banding, our colour correction Handcross specialists explain stages, timings, and costs, and how we plan your safe journey. 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