Highlights

Highlights are ideal for adding brightness, depth and definition without a full colour change. We tailor placement and tone to your hair, colouring history and lifestyle, then refine the blend for a polished, natural-looking finish.

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Our highlights category is designed for clients who want brighter, more dimensional colour with a natural finish. Your appointment begins with a consultation on shade, placement and maintenance, so the result complements your cut and everyday styling. Expect careful sectioning, controlled lightening and a refined blend for softness and believable brightness. We will also guide you on toning, home care and when to refresh, helping your colour stay clear, glossy and wearable between visits.

Woman with soft, golden blonde highlights styled at Director’s Cut Hair Salon in Crystal Peaks, Sheffield.
Woman with half head of foil highlights at Directors Cut Hair, Nails and Beauty, Crystal Peaks, SheffieldWoman with full head of blonde foil highlights at Directors Cut Hair, Nails and Beauty, Crystal Peaks, Sheffield

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I expect at a highlights appointment?
You will start with a consultation to agree your goal, placement and tone, then your colour is applied with careful sectioning for an even, blended result. Your hair is finished and checked in natural light, with guidance on keeping the colour looking fresh.
How do I know what level of brightness will suit me?
We will talk through your natural base, previous colour and how much contrast you want. The aim is a result that flatters your skin tone and feels wearable, whether you prefer subtle lift or a more noticeable change.
How often will I need to maintain highlights?
Most clients refresh highlights on a regular schedule to keep brightness and blending consistent as hair grows. We will recommend a plan based on your regrowth, the look you choose and how low maintenance you want it to be.
Are highlights suitable if my hair is previously coloured?
Highlights can often be adapted for coloured hair, but the approach depends on what is already on your hair and its condition. We will assess this in consultation and set realistic expectations for lift, tone and overall softness.
What aftercare helps highlights stay looking their best?
Use colour-friendly shampoo and conditioner, and add a weekly conditioning treatment to support shine and manageability. Heat protection and gentler heat styling will help preserve tone and keep the hair feeling smooth between visits.