Half Head Vivid Colour Foils (Elumen)

What Happens During the Appointment

This is a double-process service, so it takes longer than standard highlights:

• Sectioning and foiling: hair is sliced or woven into fine sections through the top, crown and sides, with lightener applied and foils folded to control processing.
• Lightening: lightener typically processes for 20 to 45 minutes, with checks to avoid over-processing.
• Rinse and dry: foils are removed, hair is rinsed, conditioned and blow-dried fully, since most vivid shades need dry hair.
• Vivid/Elumen application: bold or pastel colour is applied over the pre-lightened sections, in blocks, panels or blended gradients depending on the design.

A toner may also be used to refine the blonde base before or alongside the vivid overlay, and bond-building treatments can be added to support hair strength throughout.

Who This Suits

Half head foils leave the underneath hair closer to its natural shade, so this creates dimension rather than an all-over colour change.

• Works especially well on medium to long hair, where foil placement forms flowing ribbons of light and colour.
• Can be adapted for shorter styles with adjusted sectioning.
• Bright, bold vivids usually need pre-lightening to pale blonde, so very dark or previously coloured hair may need to be approached in stages.
• Clients with fragile or over-processed hair should discuss bond-building options and realistic expectations before booking.

Aftercare and Longevity

Vivid and Elumen shades fade faster than natural colour, so aftercare plays a big part in how long results last.

• Avoid washing hair for at least 48 hours after the appointment to let colour settle.
• Use lukewarm water, colour-safe shampoo and nourishing conditioner afterwards.
• Minimise heat styling, use heat protectant, and limit UV exposure to slow fading.
• The lightened base is relatively long-lasting, though toner may need refreshing; vivid colours are typically semi-permanent and fade gradually over several weeks.
• Most clients book maintenance visits every 6 to 10 weeks to refresh foils, re-tone and reapply vivids.

Booking at Timba

This service takes 75 to 90 minutes and is priced between £72 and £96, depending on hair length, thickness and design complexity. It's worth discussing your hair history and any long-term plans, such as returning to natural colour, with your stylist before starting, since some vivid formulations can be harder to remove later.