--- title: "Root Blend Colour Service in Handcross | Aaron Russell" description: "Soften regrowth and add depth with a tailored root blend. Seamless melt into your highlights for a lived-in finish that lasts between visits." canonical: "https://www.aaron-russell.net/services/root-blend" --- ![Wavy balayage hair from dark brown roots to honey‑blonde ends; text: AARON RUSSELL](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fwavy-balayage-honey-blonde-back-view.jpg%3Fv%3D1761844067781&w=1536&q=75&dpl=dpl_5HwZ5btMjd1PN9brRSFBMT929TSC)![Wavy balayage hair from dark brown roots to honey‑blonde ends; text: AARON RUSSELL](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fwavy-balayage-honey-blonde-back-view.jpg%3Fv%3D1761844067781&w=1536&q=75&dpl=dpl_5HwZ5btMjd1PN9brRSFBMT929TSC) Colouring # Root Blend £54.50 – £109 45 - 60 mins Patch Test Required [Book Online](https://book.frively.com/salons/1fe1b162-9133-439a-847f-5f3f2c05f908/book) Root Blend softens the contrast between natural regrowth and existing highlights. A tailored root shade melts into the mid-lengths to add depth, blur demarcation and stretch time between full colour sessions. Expect believable dimension and a polished, lived-in finish that grows out smoothly. ## What's Included A focused colour service designed to refine your blend and refresh tone. - Personal consultation to assess tone, depth and grow-out goals. - Custom root shade mixed to suit your highlights and skin tone. - Precision application at the root with a seamless melt into mid-lengths. - Toner or gloss to refine ends and add shine if needed. - Blow-dry and final check to ensure an even, natural-looking blend. - Maintenance advice and a suggested booking plan. ### Who It's For If your highlights leave a visible line at the root after a few weeks or your grow-out looks stripey, a root blend is ideal. It softens contrast and adds gentle depth for a more refined, low-maintenance result. It suits blondes, brondes and brunettes, and is helpful for softening early greys without a solid block of colour. It is also a smart transition if you want to move from bright highlights to a more natural, expensive-looking finish. ### Duration & Appointment Timing A Root Blend takes around 45 to 60 minutes when booked on its own. When paired with foils or balayage, allow additional time so the blend and tone can be perfected. Most clients schedule a root blend every 8 to 12 weeks to soften regrowth and refresh tone, alternating with full highlights as needed. If your hair grows quickly or you want more grey blending, 6 to 8 weeks may be better. ### Aftercare & Maintenance Wait 48 hours before washing so the colour can settle. Use sulphate-free, colour-safe shampoo and a nourishing conditioner to protect tone and shine. If you are blonde, use a purple or blue toning shampoo no more than once a week to keep brassiness in check. Always apply heat protectant and keep tools under 185°C. Shield hair from strong sun and chlorine where possible, and rinse after swimming. Book your next root blend at 8 to 12 weeks, with a gloss or trim as needed to keep the finish polished. [Book Online](https://book.frively.com/salons/1fe1b162-9133-439a-847f-5f3f2c05f908/book) ## Frequently Asked Questions What does a root blend do? It softens the line between natural regrowth and existing highlights by adding a slightly deeper shade at the root and melting it into the mid-lengths. This disguises regrowth, adds depth and gives a lived-in, seamless finish. How long do results last? Typically 8 to 12 weeks, depending on growth, shade and home care. Many clients alternate a root blend with full foils to extend time between larger colour appointments. Will a root blend make my hair look darker? The aim is a soft shadow, not a solid root. Your colourist chooses a shade just a touch deeper than your highlights to add dimension while keeping your overall brightness. Is a root blend good for grey hair? It can soften and disguise early greys by diffusing contrast at the root. For higher grey coverage, it may be combined with permanent colour at the root for a fuller result. Can I add a root blend to foils or balayage? Yes. It pairs perfectly with highlights to blur the root line and enhance a lived-in result. Allow extra time when booking if combining services. 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 - Root Tint £30 – £58•30 - 45 mins [View](/services/root-tint) - Full Head Tint £35 – £70•30 - 45 mins [View](/services/full-head-tint) - Colour Melt £80 – £195•60 - 75 mins [View](/services/colour-melt) - Scalp Bleach From £115•45 - 60 mins [View](/services/scalp-bleach) Show more services - Half Head Colour Melt £60 – £150•45 - 60 mins [View](/services/half-head-colour-melt) - Refresh Toner £35 – £57•30 - 45 mins [View](/services/refresh-toner) - Colour Correction £100 – £250•120 mins [View](/services/colour-correction) ## Related Blog Posts - [![Smiling woman with shoulder-length wavy red hair and blue eyes in a salon](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fwoman-red-wavy-hair-salon.jpg%3Fv%3D1762954593423&w=1536&q=75&dpl=dpl_5HwZ5btMjd1PN9brRSFBMT929TSC) ### The difference between highlights, balayage, and babylights Highlights vs balayage vs babylights, what is the difference, and which suits you best at Aaron Russell, your balayage Handcross specialists. 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