--- title: "Full Head Tint (Root to Tip) at Timba, Cardiff" description: "Full head tint at Timba Cardiff: even root to tip colour, grey coverage and a refreshed shade from £70, taking around 90 minutes." canonical: "https://www.timbahair.com/services/full-head-tint" --- ![Colour by Ceri at Timba Hair and Beauty, Cardiff](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Ftimba_DU3BPmRDe5v_hq.jpg%3Fprefix%3Dtenants%252F6a63441344848e6394b4cfb5%26v%3D1790851374697&w=3840&q=75&dpl=dpl_G3HMrpiZhwUsMjfKEQ55jBoi46nz)![](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Ftimba_DU3BPmRDe5v_hq.jpg%3Fprefix%3Dtenants%252F6a63441344848e6394b4cfb5%26v%3D1790851374697&w=3840&q=75&dpl=dpl_G3HMrpiZhwUsMjfKEQ55jBoi46nz) Colouring # Full Head Tint £70–£88 From 90 mins [Book Online](https://book.thesalon.app/salons/5d037f92-0091-4453-941b-88ca6bf28bb5/book?service=62da722d77d709795b8ef253) A **full head tint** takes colour evenly from your roots right through to the ends, creating a smooth, uniform shade in a single service. It's a good fit if you want to deepen or enrich your natural colour, cover greys, refresh colour that's faded, or correct patchy tone, and it's one of the most requested colouring services at our Cardiff salon. ## What to expect Your appointment typically runs from around **90 minutes**, and includes: - A consultation to assess your natural base, colour history, and hair condition - Shade selection to suit your skin tone and the look you're after - Sectioning and root-to-tip application of the tint - Processing time, followed by a thorough rinse and conditioning - A professional blow-dry and finish Our colour team, including **Ceri O'Brien**, our colour expert, along with senior stylists such as **Katie Williams**, **Lucy Osborne**, **Emma Stokes** and **Hannah James**, can talk you through the right formula and shade for your hair. ## Semi-permanent vs permanent The tint can be formulated as **semi-permanent** or **permanent**, depending on how much longevity and grey coverage you need. - _Semi-permanent_ tints are gentler, lower commitment, and fade more quickly - _Permanent_ tints last longer and can offer up to 100% grey coverage when correctly formulated - Both are applied in the same root-to-tip way for an even, all-over finish ## How it compares A full head tint gives a **solid, uniform colour**, which sets it apart from techniques designed for dimension or subtle variation. - Best for going darker, richer, or covering grey, rather than significant lightening - Strong lightening from a dark base usually needs bleach or highlighting techniques instead - If you want a more natural, sun-kissed variation, highlights or balayage may suit you better - Because the whole head is coloured, regrowth lines show more clearly than with root-only tints, so most clients book a root touch-up every 4 to 8 weeks ## Aftercare and maintenance Good aftercare helps your colour stay rich and glossy for longer. - Use colour-safe shampoo and conditioner - Cut back on heat styling where you can - Protect hair from UV exposure - Book in for regular hydrating or strengthening treatments to keep condition and shine Previous colour, home dye, or chemical treatments like bleach or keratin can affect what's achievable in one session, so it's worth mentioning these at your consultation. A patch test is common best practice, particularly for permanent colour. [Book Online](https://book.thesalon.app/salons/5d037f92-0091-4453-941b-88ca6bf28bb5/book?service=62da722d77d709795b8ef253) ## Frequently Asked Questions How long does a full head tint take? Appointments usually take from around 90 minutes, depending on your hair's length, thickness, and the shade you're aiming for. How much does a full head tint cost? At Timba, full head tints range from £70 to £88, with the exact price depending on hair length and thickness. What's the difference between a full head tint and a root tint? A root tint only colours new growth, while a full head tint (root to tip) applies colour evenly through the entire length of the hair. Can a full head tint make my hair much lighter? Full head tints work best for deepening or enriching colour and covering greys. Significant lightening, especially on dark hair, usually needs bleach or a highlighting technique instead. Will a full head tint cover grey hair? Yes, permanent full head tints can provide up to 100% grey coverage when correctly formulated to your hair. How often do I need a touch-up? Most clients return for a root touch-up every 4 to 8 weeks, depending on how fast their hair grows and how visible they're happy for regrowth to be. Do I need a patch test before my appointment? Patch testing is common best practice for permanent tints, especially if you have sensitive skin or a history of colour allergies, so it's worth discussing at consultation. How should I look after my hair after a full head tint? Use colour-safe shampoo and conditioner, reduce heat styling, protect hair from UV, and book regular hydrating or strengthening treatments to help the colour last. Will my previous hair colour affect the result? Yes, previous dye, bleach, or chemical treatments can affect how the tint takes, so it's important to share your colour history during your consultation to avoid uneven results. [Book Online](https://book.thesalon.app/salons/5d037f92-0091-4453-941b-88ca6bf28bb5/book?service=62da722d77d709795b8ef253) ## Available Team Members These team members perform this service - ![Smiling stylist trims wet, shoulder-length hair with comb and scissors in a salon](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fozyy-creative-director-timba-96x113.jpg%3Fprefix%3Dtenants%252F6a63441344848e6394b4cfb5%26v%3D1788530799871&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_G3HMrpiZhwUsMjfKEQ55jBoi46nz) Geraint Osborne Creative Director [View](/team-members/geraint-osborne) - ![Hair stylist applying foil highlights to seated client's hair in a salon](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fceri-colour-expert-timba-96x125.jpg%3Fprefix%3Dtenants%252F6a63441344848e6394b4cfb5%26v%3D1788530796855&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_G3HMrpiZhwUsMjfKEQ55jBoi46nz) Ceri O'Brien Colour Expert [View](/team-members/ceri-obrien) - ![Busy salon with stylists cutting two clients' hair at wooden-framed mirror stations](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Ftimba-salon-128x116.jpg%3Fprefix%3Dtenants%252F6a63441344848e6394b4cfb5%26v%3D1788530798206&w=128&q=75&dpl=dpl_G3HMrpiZhwUsMjfKEQ55jBoi46nz) Lucy Osborne Senior Stylist [View](/team-members/lucy-osborne) - ![Blonde stylist wearing glasses trims a seated client's wet hair with scissors in a salon](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Femma-senior-stylist-timba2-96x128.jpg%3Fprefix%3Dtenants%252F6a63441344848e6394b4cfb5%26v%3D1788530798963&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_G3HMrpiZhwUsMjfKEQ55jBoi46nz) Emma Stokes Senior Stylist [View](/team-members/emma-stokes) ## Related Services Complete your experience with these services - Half Head Regrowth Tint £36–£42•From 60 mins [View](/services/half-head-regrowth-tint) - Demi Colour £52–£61•From 60 mins [View](/services/demi-colour) - Root Colour £57–£65•From 75 mins [View](/services/root-colour) - Roots and Colour Refresh £83–£98•From 90 mins [View](/services/roots-and-colour-refresh) Show more services - Root Smudge From £40•From 30 mins [View](/services/root-smudge) - Toning From £40•From 45 mins [View](/services/toning) - Scalp Lightener with Toner and Peptide Protection From £128•From 105 mins [View](/services/scalp-lightener-including-toning-and-peptide-treatment) - Scalp Lightener with Peptide Protection £73–£88•From 90 mins [View](/services/scalp-lightener-including-peptide-protection) - Money Piece From £64•From 60 mins [View](/services/money-piece) - Gloss Toner Up to £40•Up to 45 mins [View](/services/gloss-toner-insight) - Partial Foils From £52•75–90 mins [View](/services/partial-foils) - Half Head Foils From £78•90–105 mins [View](/services/half-head-foils) - Full Head Foils From £104•105–135 mins [View](/services/full-head-foils) - Vivid Toner (Elumen) £30–£55•From 60 mins [View](/services/vivid-toner) - Full Head Vivid Tint (Elumen) £87–£102•From 75 mins [View](/services/full-head-vivid-tint) - Vivid Root Tint (Elumen) £72–£77•From 75 mins [View](/services/vivid-root-tint) - Partial Vivid Colour Foils (Elumen) From £50•From 60 mins [View](/services/partial-vivid-foils) - Vivid Lock-In Treatment (Elumen) From 15 mins [View](/services/vivid-lock-in-treatment) - Half Head Vivid Colour Foils (Elumen) From £72•75–90 mins [View](/services/half-head-vivid-foils) - Full Head Vivid Colour Foils (Elumen) From £95•90–105 mins [View](/services/full-head-vivid-foils)