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Colour, Highlights and Balayage

Half Head Balayage

A lighter colour service designed to add brightness and dimension through the top and front sections of the hair using a hand-painted technique for a natural, blended result.

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This service requires a patch test 48 hours before your first appointment.Read more
  • Hand-Painted TechniqueColour is softly swept through selected areas to create a natural, blended result that grows out beautifully.
  • Targeted BrightnessWe focus on the areas that are most visible — around the face, parting and crown — for a soft, sun-kissed effect.
  • Low-Maintenance ColourEach appointment includes a personal consultation, professional colour application and a toner to refine the final shade.

At Hone & Howe, this service is perfect if you want to refresh your balayage or add brightness without colouring the entire head. We focus on the areas that are most visible — around the face, parting, and crown — to create a soft, sun-kissed effect that grows out beautifully.

A half head balayage is ideal if you want:

  • Subtle brightness through the top layers
  • A refresh between full balayage appointments
  • Face-framing lightness
  • A natural, low-maintenance colour

Each appointment includes a personal consultation, professional colour application, and a toner to refine the final shade and add shine.

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Frequently Paired With

Services our clients love to combine with half head balayage.

Root Melt Toner

A colour-refining service used to blend and soften the transition between your natural root colour and lighter ends.

£55.00

INNOluxe in Colour

A professional bond-building treatment added directly into your colour service to protect and strengthen the hair during the colouring process.

£25.00

Cut and Finish

A tailored cutting service designed to suit your hair type, face shape and personal style.

£83.00

Frequently Asked Questions

A half head balayage at Hone & Howe usually takes 2 to 2.5 hours, depending on your hair length, thickness and the level of lightening required. The appointment includes a consultation, hand-painted balayage application, processing time and a finishing toner.

Most clients refresh their half head balayage every 3 to 4 months, with a toner appointment in between to keep the colour looking fresh. Balayage has a softer grow-out than foil highlights, so it needs less frequent maintenance.

Yes, a half head balayage is one of the best ways to maintain brightness between full balayage appointments. It refreshes the most visible areas around the face, parting and crown without re-lightening the underneath layers, keeping the colour looking soft and lived-in.

Balayage is hand-painted through selected sections of the hair to create a soft, sun-kissed finish, while highlights are applied in foils for a brighter, more uniform lift. Balayage grows out more softly, while highlights give a sharper, more even result. Your stylist will recommend the best technique during your consultation.

Meet Your Stylists

Portrait of Sam Hone

Sam Hone

Co-Founder

Sam blends precision cutting with lived-in colour for effortlessly wearable looks.

Portrait of Gigi Howe

Gigi Howe

Co-Founder

Known for her glossy finishes and bespoke blow-dries, Gigi delivers polished confidence.

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