How Long Do Highlights Take

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Highlights are one of the most popular hair coloring techniques out there. Whether you are looking to brighten up a natural hue or go for a full-on color change, highlights have an almost infinite amount of possibilities. But one question that many people ask is how long do highlights take?

The answer to this question depends on a few factors such as the size of the areas to be highlighted, your hair’s current color, and the style of highlights you desire. If you are looking for small highlights such as subtle balayage or babylights, then you can expect the process to take no more than a couple of hours. On the other hand, large areas or full head or half head highlights can take significantly longer – up to 5 hours or more.

If you’re getting highlights to lighten your hair, that process can either be done in the same sitting or it can be a multi-day process. The timing also depends on what type of dye you are using and how light you are trying to go. If you’re using a bleach to lighten your hair and are going for a dramatic change then it could take up to 5-6 hours of actual color time in the salon, plus additional time to neutralize your hair and wash out the chemicals.

Overall, if you are looking for something subtle or are trying to make a small change, you should expect your highlights appointment to last no more than a couple of hours, but larger changes or when using bleach could require an all-day or multi-day process. It’s also important to bear in mind that highlights tend to fade over time, so it’s a good idea to plan regular top-up appointments to keep yours looking fresh and vibrant.