$300+
Full Head Highlights
Full highlights, or highlights that wrap all-around your head and include lightened sections all over from the top of your head to the nape of your neck, provide all-over color for a vibrant, stunning appearance. Full highlights can range from heavy and dramatic to soft and subtle. Clients can from dark to light without the need for full coloring or bleaching of their hair. The expert stylists and colorists at Numi can consult with you regarding the best options for your hair, cut, and style.
“There is no better feeling than helping our clients to look and feel gorgeous. ” ~ Gabriel Abrams, Founder
What Are Full Head Highlights?
Full head highlights add lighter pieces throughout your entire head of hair using foils. Your colorist weaves thin sections of hair into foils and applies lightener to create an even, all-over brightened look with dimension and depth.
The result is hair that looks naturally lighter and more vibrant without the flat, one-dimensional appearance of a single-process color. Full highlights create contrast between your base color and the lighter pieces, which gives your hair movement and makes it look thicker and more textured.
Full head highlights are one of the most popular color services at Numi Hair because they work on nearly every hair color, from dark brunette to light blonde. Your colorist adjusts the tone, placement, and thickness of the highlights to match your skin tone and personal style.
What Do Full Head Highlights Look Like?
Full highlights create a brighter, more dimensional version of your natural color. The look varies depending on the technique your colorist uses and the level of contrast you want:
- Natural highlights — Fine, closely spaced foils that blend seamlessly with your base color for a subtle, sun-kissed effect
- Bold highlights — Thicker sections with more contrast between light and dark for a brighter, more noticeable result
- Warm highlights — Golden, honey, or caramel tones that add warmth and richness
- Cool highlights — Ash, platinum, or icy tones that create a modern, crisp finish
- Dimensional highlights — A mix of light and dark pieces (highlights and lowlights together) for maximum depth and movement
Browse our color gallery to see real highlight results from our salon.
How Full Head Highlights Work at Numi Hair
Here is what to expect during your appointment:
Consultation — Your colorist looks at your natural color, hair condition, skin tone, and goals. They recommend the best highlight technique, tone, and placement for your look.
Sectioning and foiling — Your colorist weaves thin sections of hair and wraps them in foils with lightener. For a full head, this means foils are placed from the crown to the nape and along both sides. The number of foils depends on how bright and dimensional you want the result.
Processing — The lightener develops while the foils are in place. Your colorist monitors the lift to ensure the right level of brightness without over-processing.
Toning — Once the foils are removed and rinsed, your colorist applies a toner or glaze to refine the shade. This step is what takes the highlights from raw lightened hair to a polished, finished tone.
Blowout and finish — A blowout finishes the appointment so you can see the full result with movement and dimension.
A full head highlight appointment typically takes 2 to 3 hours depending on hair length, thickness, and the level of lightening involved.
Who Are Full Head Highlights Best For?
Full highlights are a versatile option that works for most hair types and goals. They are especially popular with clients who want:
- Brighter, more even lightening throughout the hair (not just the ends or face)
- A consistent, all-over lighter look rather than a gradual blend
- Regular color maintenance on a 6 to 8 week schedule
- The ability to go significantly lighter than their natural color over time
- Added dimension to flat or dull-looking hair
Full highlights are also a great starting point if you are trying to go lighter gradually. Your colorist can increase the brightness over multiple sessions rather than doing a dramatic change all at once, which is gentler on your hair.
For extra protection during lightening, we recommend adding an Olaplex treatment or K18 treatment to your appointment.
Full Head Highlights vs Other Highlight Options
Numi Hair offers several highlight techniques. Here is how they compare:
Full Head Highlights — Foils placed throughout the entire head. Creates an even, all-over brightened look. Requires touch-ups every 6 to 8 weeks as roots grow in. Best for clients who want maximum brightness and dimension. $300+
Partial Highlights — Foils placed on the top half of the head and around the face only. Creates brightness where it is most visible. Lower cost and shorter appointment time. Best for clients who want a subtle lift without committing to full highlights. $150+
Face Frame Highlights — A few strategic foils are placed only around the face. Brightens the complexion with minimal commitment. Best for clients who want a small, low-maintenance change. $100+
Balayage — Hand-painted (no foils), concentrated toward the ends. Creates a soft, lived-in gradient. Requires less frequent touch-ups (every 12 to 16 weeks). Best for clients who want low-maintenance, natural-looking dimensions. $300+
Many clients combine techniques for a customized result. For example, full highlights with face frame highlights adds extra brightness around the face. Highlights with a glaze adds shine and refines the tone.
For a deeper comparison, read our blog: Balayage vs Highlights: What Is the Difference?
Full Head Highlights Pricing
Full head highlights at Numi Hair start at $300+. Final pricing depends on hair length, thickness, the number of foils, and the level of lightening.
Your appointment includes a consultation, full foil application, toning, and a blowout finish.
We recommend adding an Olaplex treatment ($25+) or K18 treatment ($20) to protect your hair during the lightening process.
To maintain your highlights between appointments, our team can recommend color-safe products from Kerastase and Oribe to keep your color bright and prevent brassiness.
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See What Our Clients Say About Numi Hair Salon
★★★★★“My first time at Numi. Luma was my stylist for the color, cut, and blow-dry. She did a wonderful job, and I would highly recommend her for balayage. I did not have to wait at all when I arrived, and the staff was all very friendly.”
★★★★★“I did my hair with Gabriel, he was very professional and assured me I’in good hands. I did a Keratin treatment. It was a great experience; I will go back. Highly recommended (I have very dry hair), my hair looks fabulous and feels nice and silky!!!”
★★★★★“Had such a great first-time experience at this salon yesterday. Everyone was very professional and welcoming. Luma did my color, and it came out beautifully. Gabriel had added curls to my hair, and overall, my hair looked amazing. I will recommend this salon to my friends and family.”
★★★★★“I am the type of person who cannot commit to one stylist or colorist. I like variety and trying different people to appreciate their vision and creativity. I have had appointments with the majority here and can honestly say that whoever you choose, you will not be disappointed! Not only do they all love what they do, but they also have fun doing it! Gabriel and his skilled team will not disappoint.”
★★★★★“Amazing place. They make you feel welcome and at ease. Ruben did my hair, and he did an amazing job. I just love it! I have found my new hair salon!”
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Numi Hair Salon
located at 69 Harney Road, Scarsdale, NY.
We proudly serve clients from White Plains, Eastchester, Bronxville, Dobbs Ferry, Hartsdale, Ardsley, Tuckahoe, Larchmont, Mamaroneck, and throughout Westchester County.
