What are highlights?
Hair highlights are a hair coloring technique that involves coloring sections of hair a lighter shade than the base color.
The highlights are usually applied in a way that creates a natural-looking, sun-kissed effect, and they can be added to any hair color, including blonde, brown, red, and black.
How Much Do Hair Highlights Cost?
At Bronde Blvd Salon, we perform different types and styles of highlights depending on your needs. See our pricing chart below, but consulting with your stylist is the best way to determine the exact pricing for your hair. See our pricing chart below:
Partial Highlight/Balayage — $125+
Full Highlight/Balayage — $155+
Color with Partial Highlight — $200+
Color with Full Highlight — $230+
Accent Highlights — $75+
What Are the Different Types of Highlights?
There are many different types of hair highlights, including:
Foil Highlights
Hair is sectioned off and the color is applied to small strands, which are then wrapped in foil to create a more intense lightening effect.
Balayage Highlights
The hair colorist applies color by hand, painting it onto the hair in a sweeping motion, to create a more natural and blended effect.
Ombre Highlights
This technique involves lightening the hair gradually from the roots to the ends, creating a subtle, gradient effect.
Babylights
These are ultra-fine highlights that are applied to the hair in small sections, creating a subtle and natural-looking effect.
Hair highlights can be customized to suit individual preferences and can be used to brighten up dull hair color, add depth and dimension, or simply create a fun and fashionable new look.
How Long Do Highlights Last?
The longevity of highlights in hair can depend on several factors, including the type of highlighting technique used, the color of the highlights, and the overall health and condition of the hair. In general, highlights can last anywhere from 6 to 8 weeks, and sometimes longer.
Here are some of the factors that can affect the longevity of highlights:
- Hair Growth: As your hair grows, your highlights may appear less noticeable or blend in with your natural color. This can make it look like your highlights have faded even though they haven’t.
- Color Maintenance: Regular maintenance and touch-ups can help extend the life of your highlights. Using color-safe shampoos and conditioners, as well as avoiding harsh chemicals and excessive heat styling, can also help preserve the color.
- Highlighting Technique: Certain highlighting techniques, such as balayage, can create a more natural-looking effect that grows out seamlessly, making it easier to maintain the look for longer periods of time.
- Hair Health: Hair that is damaged or overly porous may not hold color as well as healthy hair, which can cause highlights to fade more quickly.
Overall, the best way to make your highlights last longer is to take good care of your hair and follow the maintenance instructions provided by your stylist.
How Long Does a Highlight Treatment Take?
On average, a highlights treatment can take anywhere from 2 to 3 hours to complete.
If you’re getting partial highlights, which means only certain sections of your hair will be highlighted, it could take around 2 hours. However, if you’re getting full highlights, which means all of your hair will be highlighted, it could take around 2 to 3 hours.
The length of time it takes to apply highlights to hair depends on a few things such as the length and thickness of the hair, the number of highlights desired, and the highlighting technique used.
The application process may also vary depending on the technique used. For instance, if you’re getting foiled highlights, each section of hair will need to be individually colored and then wrapped in foil. This can take longer than if you’re getting balayage highlights, where the colorist paints the highlights directly onto the hair by hand.
It’s always a good idea to consult with your stylist beforehand to get an idea of how long the process will take, and to make sure you allocate enough time for the appointment.
How to Wash and Maintain Hair with Highlights
Maintaining highlighted hair can be a bit different from maintaining natural hair, as the color can be more susceptible to fading and damage. Here are some tips to help keep your highlighted hair looking its best:
Use a Color-Safe Shampoo and Conditioner
Choose a shampoo and conditioner specifically designed for color-treated hair, and avoid using products that contain sulfates or other harsh chemicals that can strip the color.
Limit Heat Styling
Heat styling tools can cause damage to the hair and make the color fade more quickly. Try to limit the use of heat styling tools or use them on a lower heat setting.
Protect Your Hair from the Sun
UV rays from the sun can also cause hair color to fade more quickly. Wear a hat or use a hair product that contains SPF to protect your hair.
Schedule Regular Touch-Ups
Depending on the type of highlights and the growth rate of your hair, you may need to schedule touch-up appointments every 6 to 8 weeks to maintain the color.
Avoid Chlorine and Salt Water
Chlorine and salt water can also cause the color to fade or become brassy. If you’re going to be swimming, consider wearing a swim cap or applying a hair protectant product, such as a leave-in conditioner, before getting in the water.
Use a Hair Mask
Using a deep conditioning or hair mask treatment once a week can help keep your hair healthy and strong, which can help the color last longer.
By following these tips, you can help keep your highlighted hair looking vibrant and healthy for longer periods of time.
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