--- title: "Root Tint & Hairline Highlights in Maida Vale, London" description: "Blend greys at the roots and add fine face-framing highlights for a brighter hairline, softer regrowth and a polished finish." canonical: "https://www.simonwarwicksalons.co.uk/services/root-tint-and-hairline-highlights" --- ![Elegant woman with freshly styled medium-length hair featuring soft face-framing highlights and rich root colour at Simon Warwick Salons.](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Froot-tint-hairline-highlights-simon-warwick-salons.jpg%3Fv%3D1757670584957&w=1536&q=75&dpl=dpl_DEc4fGhEc1SCRZZutzoEsRuDy1CJ) Highlights # Root Tint and Hairline Highlights £165 – £190 205 mins Patch Test [Book Online](https://book.frively.com/salons/cb0f3dfa-a82c-4838-8a11-3647833fe569/book) Root Tint and Hairline Highlights refresh your colour where it shows first: the parting, hairline and temples. It combines precise root coverage with subtle, face-framing lightness, so greys are blended, regrowth looks softer, and the front of your hair stays bright and well-defined between appointments. ## What Root Tint and Hairline Highlights delivers A focused colour service designed for elegant maintenance and a fresher, brighter hairline. - Root tint through the regrowth for seamless coverage at the parting and hairline. - Fine hairline highlights to soften the front and add dimension around the face. - Careful placement at the temples and hairline for a natural, low-contrast blend. - Toner or gloss (as needed) to refine warmth, coolness, or depth for a cleaner finish. - Conditioning support during the service to keep colour looking glossy and hair feeling smooth. - Blow-dry finish so you can see the placement, tone, and blend in natural movement. ### Root tint with a lighter hairline for softer regrowth If your roots show quickly but you do not want a heavy, flat block of colour, this combination keeps coverage precise while lifting the front. Hairline highlights help blur the line where new growth meets coloured hair, especially around the face where regrowth is most noticeable. ### How the Root Tint and Hairline Highlights appointment is structured You can expect a thorough consultation on your natural base, grey pattern, and the tone you want at the front. The root tint is applied first for accurate coverage, then delicate highlights are added around the hairline and parting for a refined, face-framing result. After processing, the colour is rinsed and refined with a toner or gloss if needed, then finished with a blow-dry. ### Keeping the colour looking polished between visits To maintain clean regrowth and a bright hairline, book root maintenance regularly and refresh hairline highlights when the front starts to look flat or overly warm. Use colour-safe shampoo, minimise heat where possible, and bring photos of your preferred tone if you like a consistent result. [Book Online](https://book.frively.com/salons/cb0f3dfa-a82c-4838-8a11-3647833fe569/book) ## Client Reviews 5.0 Based on 7 reviews - A Arwa Yunis > I’ve had a lovely experience at The Salon last week with Carlos doing my Highlights for my birthday . He was very professional and understanding of what I was looking for. His attention to detail was amazing and he made me leave the salon absolutely delighted with my natural highlights. Just what I wanted. Excellent, thank you Carlos for your service and hospitality. Truly amazing ❤️ - S Sonya C. Reuther > Fabulous cuts, color and blow drys. Warm, friendly, brilliant staff! - s sarah kabbani > took me in without apt which i love great service going back for my highlight Show all reviews - C Charles Alves > The experience at Simon Warwick was very welcoming and friendly and the highlights done by Carlos were excellent. Im extremely happy and will definitely be returning. Thank you Carlos for your beautiful work and wonderful patience with me 🙏 - S Sonia Doerig-Bal > I have been going to Simon Warwick since it 1st opened. All the team have always been very accommodating and personable. From my colour to haircut to blow dry I cannot fault their amazing work. - G Georgia H > Sydney was amazing, my hair is a beautiful colour! Couldn't recommend more. Thank you :) - A Asad M > Carlos did an amazing job with my hair color! I got baby highlights, and the result is absolutely top quality—so natural, soft, and beautifully blended. He really knows what he’s doing and pays close attention to detail. I’m so happy with how it turned out. Highly recommend Carlos if you’re looking for someone truly talented and professional! ## Frequently Asked Questions What is the difference between Root Tint and Hairline Highlights and a full head colour? A root tint focuses on regrowth rather than colouring the full length, while hairline highlights brighten just the front and parting. It is designed to look fresh and refined without committing to a full head service. Will this cover greys around my hairline and parting? Yes, the root tint targets the areas where greys typically show first, including the parting and hairline. The hairline highlights then soften the edge so regrowth is less obvious as it comes through. Can you match my existing colour and highlights? That is the aim. Your colourist will assess your current shade, previous colour work, and how your hair lifts at the front, then choose a root formula and highlight tone that sit naturally with your lengths. How often should I book Root Tint and Hairline Highlights? Most clients maintain the root tint every 6 to 8 weeks, depending on regrowth and grey coverage. Hairline highlights can be refreshed less often, typically every 8 to 12 weeks, to keep the front bright. Does this work with balayage or previously highlighted hair? Yes, it can be used to maintain balayage or highlights by keeping the roots tidy and brightening the hairline. Your colourist will adjust placement and tone to avoid stripy regrowth and keep the blend soft. Patch Test [Book Online](https://book.frively.com/salons/cb0f3dfa-a82c-4838-8a11-3647833fe569/book) ## Available Team Members These team members perform this service - ![Samar Zarmani, colour specialist at Simon Warwick Salons in Maida Vale – expert in creative colour, balayage, and personalised colour transformations.](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fsamar-zarmani-colour-specialist-simon-warwick-salons-48x64.jpg%3Fv%3D1747379913181&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_DEc4fGhEc1SCRZZutzoEsRuDy1CJ) Samar Zarmani Colour & Cutting Specialist [View](/team-members/samar-zarmani) - ![Carlos Alves, colour specialist at Simon Warwick Salons in Maida Vale – renowned for expert highlighting, balayage, and advanced colour techniques.](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fcarlos-alves-colour-specialist-simon-warwick-salons-48x63.jpg%3Fv%3D1747380078412&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_DEc4fGhEc1SCRZZutzoEsRuDy1CJ) Carlos Alves Colour Specialist [View](/team-members/carlos-alves) - ![Sydney Wise, graduate stylist at Simon Warwick Salons in Maida Vale – passionate about client care, developing creative skills, and supporting the salon team.](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fsydney-wise-graduate-stylist-simon-warwick-salons-48x63.jpg%3Fv%3D1748945276425&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_DEc4fGhEc1SCRZZutzoEsRuDy1CJ) Sydney Wise Creative Colourist [View](/team-members/sydney-wise) ## Related Services Complete your experience with these services - Full Head Highlights £185 – £240•From 180 mins [View](/services/highlights-full-head) - Half Head Highlights £140 – £195•From 120 mins [View](/services/highlights-half-head) - Hairline Highlights £100 – £140•60 min [View](/services/highlights-hairline) - Half Head Highlights and Tint £190 – £255•From 120 mins [View](/services/highlights-and-tint-half-head) - Highlights and Tint £255 – £300•From 180 mins [View](/services/highlights-and-tint) ## Related Blog Posts - [![Woman with soft, highlighted hair at Simon Warwick Salons, Maida Vale – showing healthy, well-maintained highlights with professional aftercare results.](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2FSimon%2520Warwick%2520Blog-highlights-aftercare.png%3Fv%3D1747638104639&w=1536&q=75&dpl=dpl_DEc4fGhEc1SCRZZutzoEsRuDy1CJ) ### Aftercare advice for highlighted hair from Simon Warwick Maintain healthy, radiant highlights with expert aftercare advice from Simon Warwick Salons in Maida Vale. 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