--- title: "Root Colour at Timba, Cardiff | From £57" description: "Keep regrowth blended and colour looking fresh with Root Colour at Timba, Cardiff. From £57, 75 mins, expert grey coverage and colour maintenance." canonical: "https://www.timbahair.com/services/root-colour" --- ![Root colour at Timba Hair and Beauty, Cardiff](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Ftimba_DJJ9YOqCV1E_hq.jpg%3Fprefix%3Dtenants%252F6a63441344848e6394b4cfb5%26v%3D1789031742355&w=3840&q=75&dpl=dpl_G3HMrpiZhwUsMjfKEQ55jBoi46nz)![](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Ftimba_DJJ9YOqCV1E_hq.jpg%3Fprefix%3Dtenants%252F6a63441344848e6394b4cfb5%26v%3D1789031742355&w=3840&q=75&dpl=dpl_G3HMrpiZhwUsMjfKEQ55jBoi46nz) Colouring # Root Colour £57–£65 From 75 mins [Book Online](https://book.thesalon.app/salons/5d037f92-0091-4453-941b-88ca6bf28bb5/book?service=4f79850445a8398c1a2f16d1) Root Colour is a focused colouring service that treats only the new growth at your roots, usually the first 1 to 2 cm nearest the scalp, so it blends seamlessly with your existing colour. It's a maintenance option ideal for clients who already have a shade they love and simply want regrowth and greys kept discreet between fuller colour appointments. ## What Happens During the Appointment Your stylist will start with a short consultation to check natural colour, existing dye, regrowth length and hair condition before choosing the right formula. - Hair is sectioned for clear access to the root area - Colour is applied section by section, targeting only the regrowth - Processing typically takes 20 to 35 minutes, with checks along the way - Hair is rinsed, conditioned and finished with a blow-dry or style The whole process usually takes **from 75 minutes**, depending on regrowth length and hair density. ## Who This Service Suits Root Colour works well if you: - Already have an overall colour you want to maintain rather than change - Want regular, low-fuss **grey coverage** - Prefer to limit chemical processing on lengths and ends that are already coloured - Are looking to book roughly every 4 to 6 weeks to keep regrowth from becoming too noticeable If you're after a completely new shade, significant lightening or darkening, or creative placement like balayage, a full-head colour or a different technique will suit you better than a root-only service. ## Results and Aftercare Because only the roots are treated, there's typically less cumulative damage than repeated full-head colouring, and the finished look is an even, natural transition from root to tip. - Visible regrowth generally reappears within 4 to 6 weeks - Wait 24 to 48 hours before washing to help colour settle - Use colour-safe, sulphate-free shampoo and lukewarm water - Limit high heat styling and protect hair from strong sun or chlorinated water Root Colour can also be paired with a toner or gloss on the mid-lengths and ends, or with a cut and blow-dry, to refresh the whole look in one visit. Timba's colour team in Cardiff, including Ceri O'Brien as colour expert alongside senior stylists such as Katie Williams, Lucy Osborne, Emma Stokes and Hannah James, can advise on the right approach for your hair. [Book Online](https://book.thesalon.app/salons/5d037f92-0091-4453-941b-88ca6bf28bb5/book?service=4f79850445a8398c1a2f16d1) ## Frequently Asked Questions What is Root Colour and how is it different from full-head colour? Root Colour applies dye only to the new growth nearest your scalp, usually the first 1 to 2 cm, rather than recolouring the whole length of hair. Full-head colour treats roots to ends and is better suited to changing your overall shade, while Root Colour is a maintenance service to keep an existing colour looking fresh. How long does a Root Colour appointment take? Appointments typically run from 75 minutes, including consultation, application, processing, rinsing and finishing, though longer or denser hair may take a little more time. How much does Root Colour cost at Timba? Root Colour is priced from £57 to £65, depending on factors like regrowth length, hair density and the finishing services included. How often should I book a Root Colour appointment? Most clients book roughly every 4 to 6 weeks, which keeps regrowth manageable and makes colour matching easier at each visit. Will Root Colour cover greys? Yes, grey coverage is one of the most common reasons clients choose Root Colour, and your stylist will select a formula suited to your level of grey. Can Root Colour dramatically lighten or darken my hair? No, Root Colour is designed to match or subtly adjust the tone around your existing shade. Significant lightening or darkening usually requires bleaching or a full-head colour service instead. How soon can I wash my hair after Root Colour? It's generally recommended to wait 24 to 48 hours before washing, then switch to colour-safe, sulphate-free products to help the colour last. Can Root Colour be combined with other services? Yes, it's often paired with a toner or gloss on the mid-lengths and ends, or with a cut and blow-dry, to refresh the whole look in a single visit. Do I need a patch test before Root Colour? Salons often recommend or require a patch test for new clients or when changing colour products, since oxidative dyes can occasionally cause reactions. [Book Online](https://book.thesalon.app/salons/5d037f92-0091-4453-941b-88ca6bf28bb5/book?service=4f79850445a8398c1a2f16d1) ## 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) - ![Smiling hairstylist combs a seated client's wet hair in a modern salon](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fchloe-stylist-timba-96x128.jpg%3Fprefix%3Dtenants%252F6a63441344848e6394b4cfb5%26v%3D1788530794933&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_G3HMrpiZhwUsMjfKEQ55jBoi46nz) Chloe Phillips Stylist [View](/team-members/chloe-phillips) ## Related Services Complete your experience with these services - Full Head Tint £70–£88•From 90 mins [View](/services/full-head-tint) - 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) - 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)