Full-Head Highlights

Highlights are lighter woven sections of hair, lightened to  contrast against the rest of your natural hair or base shade, add dimension and achieve an even lightening from roots to ends.  Full-Head highlights include lighter strands throughout the whole head. T-section highlights focus on the roots of the front hairline, parting and crown, and half-head highlights, naturally, cover around half of your head.

Full-Head highlights, or any traditional highlighting service, will usually involve wrapping pieces of hair in foils before applying the lighter colour and leaving it to develop. The results will be high-contrast and the colour will usually extend from root to tip. On the other hand, balayage is a freehand painting technique away from the root, which results in a more natural and subtle finish, with a build-up of brightness towards the ends.

Highlighting, like any permanent hair colour, can compromise the condition of your hair, especially if it’s already colour-treated, fragile or dry. However, with a professional’s care, and proper maintenance in between salon visits, your hair can be protected and damage minimised.

When it comes to highlights, there are several techniques to choose from, each offering a unique effect. Full head highlights as the name suggests, involves applying colour throughout the entire head of hair. Half heaf higlights  focus on the top layers of the hair, typically the crown and sides, leaving the lower sections untouched. And babylights are ultra-fine highlights applied throughout the hair, but with much finer sections than traditional highlights.

Each highlighting technique offers its own set of benefits depending on the look you’re after. If you’re looking for full, bold brightness, full head highlights are the way to go. For a more subtle, softer effect,  Babylights might be a better fit.

Not always – that’s why we’d always recommend a pre-colour consultation and if required a strand test. Your hairdresser will consider your natural shade and how light that shade can go without damaging the hair. Darker hair will contain more warmth and may need toned to create the required tone. Everyone’s hair is different.

Full head highlights can be customised to suit every natural hair colour, whether you’re blonde, brunette, redhead, or have a darker base. This technique offers the versatility to create a lightened, dimensional look that enhances your natural colour, making it suitable for a wide range of natural hair colours.

• Blondes: For blonde hair, full highlights can add extra lift and brightness, creating a sun-kissed glow or a platinum blonde look. Whether you’re looking to go lighter or simply add more depth, full head highlights will complement blonde tones perfectly.
• Brunettes: Brunettes can benefit from full head highlights by adding contrast and dimension to their rich tones. Shades of caramel, honey, or even soft blonde can be integrated into brunette hair, creating a stunning multidimensional effect that catches the light beautifully.
• Redheads: Full head highlights are also a fantastic choice for redheads, as they can enhance the natural warmth of red tones with copper, auburn, or golden highlights. These shades bring out the vibrancy of red hair while maintaining a luminous, brightened appearance.

Maintaining the vibrancy of your full head highlights is essential to keeping your hair looking fresh and radiant. Here are some tips to help prolong the life of your highlights and maintain hair health:

• Use Colour-Safe Shampoos: Opt for sulphate-free, colour-safe shampoos to gently cleanse your hair without stripping colour. These shampoos help preserve the tone and brightness of your highlights.
• Conditioning Treatments: Regularly deep condition your hair to keep it hydrated and healthy. Look for treatments that nourish hair and protect against damage from colouring.
• Toning: If your highlights start to appear brassy, use a purple or blue shampoo to neutralise any warm tones and keep your colour cool and fresh. A professional toner at your next salon visit can also help maintain that perfect tone.
• Limit Heat Styling: Excessive heat can lead to colour fading and hair damage. Try to reduce the frequency of heat styling tools like straighteners and curling irons. Always use a heat protectant before styling to minimise damage.
• Sun Protection: The sun’s rays can fade your highlights over time. Protect your hair with UV-protecting sprays, hats, or scarves to preserve both your colour and hair health.

Once you’ve achieved the perfect full head highlights, showcasing them with the right style can enhance the vibrancy and depth. Here are some styling suggestions:

• Beachy Waves: Soft, tousled waves can really show off the multi-dimensional look of your highlights. The waves create movement, allowing the colours to shine and reflect light beautifully.
• Sleek and Straight: For a more polished look, go for sleek, straight hair. This style highlights the tonal contrast throughout your hair, accentuating the vibrancy and brightness of your highlights.
• Braided Styles: Incorporating braids is a great way to reveal peek-a-boo highlights and add texture to your hair. Whether it’s a loose fishtail or a classic braid, this style gives a fun, youthful look that shows off your highlights in unique ways.
• Texturising Products: Use texturising sprays or creams to boost volume and enhance the highlighted effect. These products can give your hair more body and definition, making your highlights pop.

Full head highlights offer a wide range of benefits, making them a popular choice for those looking to transform their hair with a vibrant, multi-dimensional colour. Here are some of the key advantages of opting for this all-over highlighting technique:

• Achieve Maximum Brightness and Depth

Full head highlights create a beautiful, luminous effect that adds incredible brightness from root to tip. By lightening the entire head of hair, this technique provides a uniform colour boost, making hair appear naturally sunlit and dimensional. The result is hair that feels brighter, fresher, and full of life.

• Colour Consistency from Roots to Ends

One of the major benefits of full head highlights is the consistent, seamless blend of colour. Whether you’re looking to go several shades lighter or add subtle golden tones, this technique ensures that your highlights are evenly distributed throughout your hair. Unlike partial highlights, which focus only on certain sections, full head highlights maintain a balanced, natural-looking colour that flows smoothly from roots to ends.

• Ideal for a Complete Transformation

If you’re looking to make a bold change to your look, full head highlights are an excellent choice. They’re perfect for those seeking a dramatic transformation, as they give your hair an entirely new vibrancy and dimension. Whether you want to go lighter or simply add more depth, full head highlights are an ideal way to refresh your style with a striking, cohesive finish.

• Perfect for Dramatic or Subtle Looks

Full head highlights are versatile enough to suit both dramatic and more understated looks. Whether you’re aiming for a light, blonde beachy vibe or want to embrace bold, platinum tones, full head highlights offer endless possibilities. It’s a great way to completely revamp your look or simply enhance your existing hair colour with more depth and dimension.

Full head highlights are a fantastic way to maintain vibrant, sun-kissed hair while achieving a natural-looking and long-lasting colour effect. If you’re looking to brighten up your hair or go for a total colour refresh, this highlighting technique is a fantastic choice!

Whether full head colour or highlights is “better” depends on the look you’re aiming for. Full head colour gives a more uniform tone from roots to ends, while highlights add dimension and brightness. Both options are excellent for different reasons, and a stylist can help you choose the best option based on your goals.