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Hair highlights have been one of the most requested color services for decades — and today's techniques offer more precision, more dimension, and more natural-looking results than ever before. Here's what you'll find at top-rated highlights salons on Booksy and how to choose the right technique for your hair type and goals. Traditional foil highlights The most established highlighting technique — a colorist weaves thin or thick sections of hair, wraps each in aluminum foil with lightener or color applied, and processes the whole head simultaneously for controlled, uniform lift. Foil highlights deliver the most precise and consistent color placement of any technique, making them ideal for achieving specific, even coverage — from fine, natural-looking strands to bold, chunky sections. A partial foil covers the top and sides of the head; a full foil covers the entire head including the underneath layers for maximum brightness and density. Partial highlights Partial highlights focus on the top and crown sections of the hair — the most visible areas when hair is worn down or up. They deliver significant brightening impact at a lower cost and shorter appointment time than a full head. One of the most popular and cost-effective highlights services on Booksy — ideal for clients who want visible brightness without the commitment of a full head, or those maintaining an existing highlight set between full appointments. Full head highlights Full head highlights cover the entire head — top, sides, underneath, and nape — for a complete, all-over brightened result. The most comprehensive foil service and the most transformative for clients starting with darker natural hair or wanting consistent brightness throughout. Full head highlights are the right choice for clients who wear their hair up frequently and want the lightening to be visible throughout, or for those going significantly lighter than their natural base. Babylights Babylights use extremely fine, closely packed sections of hair foiled with a very light lightener — mimicking the delicate, multi-tonal lightening that naturally occurs in children's hair in sunlight. The result is the softest, most natural-looking highlight effect available — no visible stripes, no chunky sections, just an all-over luminosity that appears to come from within the hair. The best choice for clients with fine hair who want to avoid the blocky or striped appearance that can sometimes occur with standard foiling, and for anyone who wants the most natural-looking possible result from a professional highlighting service. Face framing highlights and money piece Face framing highlights concentrate the lightening around the hairline and the sections of hair that frame the face — creating a brightening effect that draws attention to the facial features. The "money piece" is a more dramatic version — one or two highly saturated, very light panels placed at the front of the hairline on either side of the face. Face framing and money piece highlights are quick to apply (45 to 75 minutes), significantly more affordable than a full head, and create an immediate visual impact disproportionate to their cost and time. Lowlights Lowlights apply darker tones alongside or instead of lighter ones — adding depth, shadow, and dimension to hair that has become too uniform in color or too uniformly light. Often combined with highlights to create a multi-tonal, richly textured result that looks significantly more natural than a single-process color. Lowlights are particularly useful for blending highlights that have become too stark, refreshing color that has gone flat, or adding warmth to an overly cool or ashy result. Toner and gloss after highlights Most professional highlight services finish with a toner or gloss applied after the lightening step — depositing a specific shade to neutralize unwanted warmth or brassiness, refine the tone of the highlights, and add a significant shine finish. Toning is what separates a truly polished professional highlight from a basic bleach job. Always confirm with your colorist whether toning is included in the quoted price — on Booksy, many listings specify this clearly. Highlights prices — how much do highlights cost? Highlight prices vary by technique, coverage, and hair length. The ranges below are based on real Booksy listings across the US. Service Average price Duration Partial highlights (foil) $80 to $130 1.5 to 2.5 hours Full highlights (foil) $150 to $250 2.5 to 3.5 hours Babylights (full head) $150 to $280 3 to 4 hours Face framing / money piece $60 to $130 45 to 90 min Highlights with toner / gloss $160 to $270 2.5 to 4 hours Highlights with haircut and style $200 to $350 3 to 5 hours Lowlights (standalone) $80 to $160 1.5 to 2.5 hours Toner / gloss only (standalone) $40 to $90 30 to 60 min Prices reflect average ranges across Booksy listings in the US. Actual pricing depends on your hair length, density, and the complexity of the highlight placement. Always confirm pricing and what's included at consultation before booking a first-time highlights service. Frequently asked questions about hair highlights How much do highlights cost? Partial highlights typically cost $80 to $130. Full head highlights run $150 to $250. Babylights are $150 to $280. Face framing and money piece highlights start from $60 to $130. Prices vary by hair length, technique, and whether toning is included. You'll see exact pricing on every Booksy listing before you book. What is the difference between partial and full highlights? Partial highlights cover the top and crown sections of the hair — the most visible areas when hair is worn down. Full highlights cover the entire head, including the sides and underneath layers. Partial highlights are faster, less expensive, and still create significant brightening impact. Full highlights deliver more complete, all-over lightening and are necessary for clients who wear their hair up frequently or who want consistent brightness throughout every layer. What is the difference between highlights and balayage? Foil highlights use aluminum foils to isolate sections and process them for controlled, even lift — creating a more uniform, consistent result throughout the head. Balayage is freehand-painted without foils, with color applied in a sweeping motion from mid-length to ends — creating a softer, more graduated result that grows out naturally without a harsh root line. Highlights need more frequent maintenance (every 6 to 8 weeks); balayage can go 3 to 4 months between touch-ups. How long do highlights last? The lightened sections of a foil highlight are permanent — the color change to those strands lasts until the hair grows out or is cut. However, the root line becomes visible as new natural hair grows in, typically requiring a touch-up every 6 to 10 weeks for a maintained look. Using a color-safe shampoo, avoiding excessive heat, and using a purple toning shampoo if blonde helps keep the highlighted sections looking bright and fresh between appointments. Where can I get highlights near me? Search Booksy by location and filter for highlights. Browse colorist portfolios — look for before-and-after photos of highlight techniques on hair similar to your own length, color, and texture. Read reviews that specifically mention the highlight service you want. For a first-time highlights appointment or a significant color change, booking a consultation beforehand is strongly recommended so the colorist can assess your hair and set realistic expectations. Should I wash my hair before getting highlights? Most colorists prefer working on hair that hasn't been washed on the same day — natural oils provide a protective barrier during the lightening process and don't significantly affect the color result. Hair that is overly dirty or has heavy product buildup may need a clarifying wash first. When in doubt, ask your colorist what they prefer when booking your appointment. Is there a highlights salon open now near me? Use the availability filter on Booksy to find highlights colorists with open slots today. Highlight appointments take 1.5 to 4+ hours depending on the service — same-day availability depends on the colorist's schedule. For complex services like full head highlights or babylights, booking at least a few days ahead is recommended. Are there highlights salons open on Saturday or Sunday? Yes — most hair salons on Booksy offer weekend highlights appointments. Saturday slots for longer color services fill quickly. Use the weekend availability filter on Booksy to find colorists near you with open Saturday or Sunday appointments — and book ahead to secure your preferred specialist.