--- title: "Half Head Foils | Timba Cardiff" description: "Half head foil highlights at Timba, Cardiff. Brightness and dimension on the top, crown and sides. From £78." canonical: "https://www.timbahair.com/services/half-head-foils" --- ![Ash blonde mid-length bob with blended highlights and softly flicked-out ends.](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fash-blonde-layered-shoulder-length-hair.jpg%3Fprefix%3Dtenants%252F6a63441344848e6394b4cfb5%26v%3D1790851846880&w=3840&q=75&dpl=dpl_G3HMrpiZhwUsMjfKEQ55jBoi46nz)![](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fash-blonde-layered-shoulder-length-hair.jpg%3Fprefix%3Dtenants%252F6a63441344848e6394b4cfb5%26v%3D1790851846880&w=3840&q=75&dpl=dpl_G3HMrpiZhwUsMjfKEQ55jBoi46nz) Colouring # Half Head Foils From £78 90–105 mins [Book Online](https://book.thesalon.app/salons/5d037f92-0091-4453-941b-88ca6bf28bb5/book) ## Half head foils in Cardiff Half head foils place woven highlights through the top and sides of your hair - the areas that frame your face and show the most. It's a popular, cost-effective way to brighten and add dimension without a full head of colour. Perfect for maintaining a highlighted look or lifting your natural shade around the parting and hairline. A toner can be added as an option to refine your finished tone - just let your stylist know at consultation. ### What's included - A colour consultation to plan your brightness and tone - Foil highlights through the top and sides - Optional toner to perfect the finished shade - A professional finish and aftercare advice Prices start from £78 and depend on your hair's length, thickness and how much lift is involved. Your exact price is confirmed at your consultation. ## What to Expect During Your Appointment Your visit at Timba will typically follow this structure: - A **consultation** to assess your hair's condition, previous colour history and suitability for lightening plus peptide protection - Sectioning across the top, crown and sides, often using a rectangle pattern up top with the back divided into triangular sections - Fine slices or weaves of hair placed on foils, with lightener applied and feathered toward the roots to avoid product bleeding - Foils folded and secured close to the scalp for precise, even placement - A processing time of roughly **30 to 50 minutes**, monitored throughout - Thorough rinsing, colour-safe shampoo and conditioning, plus the peptide treatment to support hair strength - Toning where needed to fine-tune the final shade (ash, beige or golden, for example) Our colour team, including **Ceri O'Brien** as colour expert alongside stylists such as **Emma Stokes**, **Lucy Osborne** and **Hannah James**, can tailor foiling patterns (horizontal, diagonal, zigzag or mohawk) to suit your hair type and desired finish. ## Who This Suits Half head foils work well if you want: - Brightness and dimension around the face, parting and crown, with a more natural tone underneath - A shorter appointment and lower cost than a full head service - Extra support for hair strength during lightening, particularly useful if hair has some previous colour history - A look that can be refreshed every **6 to 10 weeks**, depending on how much contrast you're comfortable with It may be less suited to those seeking maximum all-over lightness, or hair that's very compromised from previous colouring, where a more conservative approach or multiple sessions may be recommended instead. ## Peptide Protection and Aftercare Peptide protection is designed to interact with the hair's internal proteins, helping it withstand the stress of lightening with better strength and elasticity. It's supportive, not a substitute for careful technique, and can't fully reverse existing damage. To help your colour and condition last: - Use colour-safe, sulfate-free shampoo and hydrating conditioner - Space out washes where possible - Limit high-heat styling and always use a heat protectant - Consider periodic bond or peptide masks to maintain strength and shine Some temporary dryness or increased porosity after lightening is normal; consistent aftercare helps hair recover condition over time. Timba's team, based in **Cardiff**, can advise on the right at-home routine and touch-up schedule for your hair. [Book Online](https://book.thesalon.app/salons/5d037f92-0091-4453-941b-88ca6bf28bb5/book) ## Frequently Asked Questions How long do half head foils take? The appointment typically takes 90 to 105 minutes, depending on hair length, density, and starting colour. How much does it cost? Half head foils start from £78, with the final price depending on your hair and the work involved. How is it different from full or partial foils? Half head focuses on the top, crown and sides, while full head covers the whole head and partial targets just the top and face-framing sections. Is a toner included? Toning is available as an add-on to refine the final shade and control warmth, and can be added to your appointment. What's the difference between foils and balayage? Foils give brighter, more defined highlights with sharper contrast, while balayage is hand-painted for a softer, more natural grow-out. Can I add extra treatments? Yes. You can add a Toner, Oli G Peptide Protection, or a Root Smudge to your appointment. [Book Online](https://book.thesalon.app/salons/5d037f92-0091-4453-941b-88ca6bf28bb5/book) ## Available Team Members These team members perform this service - ![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) - ![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) - ![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) ## Related Services Complete your experience with these services - Toning From £40•From 45 mins [View](/services/toning) - Oli G Peptide Protection From £20•From 15 mins [View](/services/oli-g-peptide-protection) ## Related Blog Posts - [![Balayage by Claire at Timba Hair and Beauty, Cardiff](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Ftimba_CYbn2j-ovCj_hq.jpg%3Fprefix%3Dtenants%252F6a63441344848e6394b4cfb5%26v%3D1789031722496&w=3840&q=75&dpl=dpl_G3HMrpiZhwUsMjfKEQ55jBoi46nz) ### Balayage in Cardiff: A Master Colourist's Guide | Timba Hair A Master Colourist's guide to balayage in Cardiff. Learn how it works, who it suits, and how we create your shade at our in-salon Colour Lab. Book today. Read more ](/blog/balayage-in-cardiff)