--- title: "INsight Toner Treatment in Cardiff | Timba" description: "Refine and refresh lightened hair with an INsight Toner Treatment at Timba, Cardiff. 45 minutes to neutralise brassiness and boost shine." canonical: "https://www.timbahair.com/services/toning-treatment-insight" --- ![Toner by Ceri at Timba Hair and Beauty, Cardiff](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Ftimba_C2VBAcDIDpv_hq.jpg%3Fprefix%3Dtenants%252F6a63441344848e6394b4cfb5%26v%3D1789031739815&w=3840&q=75&dpl=dpl_G3HMrpiZhwUsMjfKEQ55jBoi46nz)![](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Ftimba_C2VBAcDIDpv_hq.jpg%3Fprefix%3Dtenants%252F6a63441344848e6394b4cfb5%26v%3D1789031739815&w=3840&q=75&dpl=dpl_G3HMrpiZhwUsMjfKEQ55jBoi46nz) Treatments # INsight Toner Treatment From 45 mins [Book Online](https://book.thesalon.app/salons/5d037f92-0091-4453-941b-88ca6bf28bb5/book?service=669a365ec4e4a2a65d08c52f) An **INsight Toner Treatment** is a quick colour-refining step designed to neutralise unwanted warmth and balance the tone of lightened hair. It's typically used after bleaching, highlights, balayage or babylights, and is popular with clients looking to keep their blonde, beige or ash tones fresh and glossy rather than brassy. ## What to Expect The treatment is applied by one of the team's colour specialists, such as **Ceri O'Brien**, and generally follows a simple process: - Hair is washed, then toner is applied to towel-dried or dry hair - The product processes for roughly **5 to 20 minutes**, depending on the toner used - Toner is rinsed out and hair is conditioned to finish - A **strand test** may be recommended if it's your first time toning, or if your hair is highly porous The whole appointment takes around **45 minutes**. ## Who It Suits Toning is best suited to hair that has already been lightened in some way. - Ideal after bleaching, highlights or balayage to fine-tune the final shade - Helps correct brassiness or warmth that's crept in between colour appointments - Not designed as a standalone dramatic colour change, results are subtle and refining rather than transformative ## Results and Aftercare Expect a more balanced, shinier finish rather than a complete colour shift. - Results are **temporary**, often lasting a few weeks depending on wash frequency and product type - Outcomes vary with hair porosity, starting shade, and how much warmth needs neutralising - Use hydrating shampoo and conditioner afterwards, and avoid leaving toner on longer than directed - Repeat treatments help maintain the tone between full colour services If you're unsure whether toning or a fuller colour service is right for you, the team at Timba in Cardiff, including stylists like **Katie Williams** and **Emma Stokes**, can advise based on your hair's condition and history. [Book Online](https://book.thesalon.app/salons/5d037f92-0091-4453-941b-88ca6bf28bb5/book?service=669a365ec4e4a2a65d08c52f) ## Frequently Asked Questions What does an INsight Toner Treatment do? It neutralises brassiness and refines the tone of lightened or highlighted hair, giving a more balanced, shinier finish rather than a dramatic colour change. How long does the treatment take? The appointment takes around 45 minutes, including application and processing time. Do I need to have had highlights or bleach first? Toner is most effective and commonly used after bleaching, highlights, balayage or babylights, rather than as a standalone treatment. How long does the toning effect last? Results are temporary and typically last a few weeks, depending on how often you wash your hair and the product used. Will I need a strand test? A strand test is often recommended if it's your first time toning or if your hair is highly porous, as results can vary. What aftercare is recommended? Use a hydrating shampoo and conditioner afterwards, and follow any rinsing guidance given, since toner isn't designed to be left on indefinitely. How much does the treatment cost? Please check with Timba directly for current pricing, as this can vary depending on your hair's needs. Can toner fix uneven colour after bleaching? Toner can help balance and neutralise unwanted tones after lightening, though the final result depends on your hair's condition, porosity and starting shade. [Book Online](https://book.thesalon.app/salons/5d037f92-0091-4453-941b-88ca6bf28bb5/book?service=669a365ec4e4a2a65d08c52f) ## 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) Show more team members - ![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) - ![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) Bella Ford Assistant [View](/team-members/bella-ford) - ![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) Lacey Stokes Assistant [View](/team-members/lacey-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) James Robinson Saturday Assistant [View](/team-members/james-robinson) - ![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) Halle Nelson Saturday Assistant [View](/team-members/halle-nelson) - ![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) Richie Robinson [View](/team-members/richie-robinson) ## Related Services Complete your experience with these services - Oli G Peptide Protection From £20•From 15 mins [View](/services/oli-g-peptide-protection) - Express Keratin Smoothing Service From £90•From 75 mins [View](/services/keratin-complex-express-smoothing-service) - Keratin Complex Smoothing System From £199•120–150 mins [View](/services/keratin-complex-smoothing-system-below-shoulder) - INsight Rebuild Treatment From £22•From 30 mins [View](/services/insight-rebuild-treatment) - Express INsight Treatment Mask From £10•From 15 mins [View](/services/express-insight-treatment-mask)