Long auburn copper hair with a glossy, curled finish through the ends.

Colouring

Demi Colour

£52–£61

From 60 mins

Demi Colour is a demi-permanent colouring service that deposits tone without lifting the hair, ideal for refreshing dull colour, deepening your natural shade, blending early greys or toning pre-lightened hair. It's a gentler alternative to permanent colour, well suited to anyone wanting subtle, natural-looking results with added shine.

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What to expect

Your appointment starts with a consultation to assess hair type, porosity and colour history, which shapes the formula and processing time.

Hair is sectioned into quadrants for even, methodical application
A bespoke demi-permanent formula is mixed with a low-volume developer (commonly 5 or 10 volume)
Colour processes for around 20 to 30 minutes, generally without heat
Hair is rinsed with cool to lukewarm water, then conditioned to lock in shine
Finished with a blow-dry or style to reveal the result

Who it suits

Demi Colour works well for most hair types, particularly fragile, previously lightened, or textured hair that needs a lighter touch than permanent colour.

Refreshing faded or dull lengths between fuller colour services
Deepening or enriching your natural shade
Toning highlights or balayage
Softly blending early greys (though full opaque coverage may need a permanent option)
Often combined with permanent colour on roots and demi through the mid-lengths and ends

Longevity and aftercare

Results are soft and natural, fading gradually rather than leaving a hard regrowth line.

Colour typically lasts 4 to 6 weeks, depending on porosity and haircare routine
Sulfate-free, colour-safe shampoo and cooler water help extend vibrancy
Reducing wash frequency and using heat protectant before styling slows fading
UV/colour-protect spray is useful for time spent outdoors

At Timba in Cardiff

Our colourists, including Ceri O'Brien, our colour expert, alongside senior stylists Katie Williams, Lucy Osborne, Emma Stokes and Hannah James, and creative director Geraint Osborne, tailor each Demi Colour to your hair's history and your desired outcome. A strand test may be recommended beforehand to preview results and check hair condition.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Demi Colour cost and how long does it take?

Demi Colour at Timba costs between £52 and £61, depending on hair length and thickness, and takes from 60 minutes including consultation, application, processing and styling.

How long does demi-permanent colour last?

It typically lasts around 4 to 6 weeks, fading gradually with each wash rather than leaving a hard regrowth line like permanent colour.

Can Demi Colour lighten my hair?

No, it's a deposit-only colour that can't significantly lift natural hair. For lightening or major colour correction, permanent colour or lightening services would be needed instead.

Will Demi Colour fully cover grey hair?

Demi Colour softly blends greys rather than providing full, opaque coverage. If you want complete grey coverage, it's worth discussing permanent colour options during your consultation.

How should I care for my hair after a Demi Colour service?

Use sulfate-free, colour-safe shampoo, wash with cooler water, reduce wash frequency, and apply heat protectant before styling to help the colour last longer.

Is Demi Colour gentler than permanent colour?

Yes, it uses a low-volume developer and deposit-only formula, making it less damaging than permanent colour while still delivering visible tonal change and shine.

Do I need a patch test before booking?

A strand test is often recommended to preview results and check hair condition, and a patch test may be advised if you have any scalp sensitivities, so it's best to raise this during consultation.

Can Demi Colour be combined with other colour services?

Yes, it's often paired with permanent colour on the roots and demi colour through the mid-lengths and ends for a gentle, natural-looking refresh.

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