What's the difference between partial and full highlights?

Partial highlights focus on the top section of your head (from ear to ear and fringe to crown), while full highlights cover your entire head. Partial highlights are more cost-effective and require less time, while full highlights provide complete coverage.

How long does a partial highlight take?

Partial highlights typically take 2-2.5 hours, depending on the amount of highlights and your hair's thickness. This is faster than full highlights, making it a great option for regular maintenance.

How often should I get partial highlights?

Most clients schedule partial highlights every 8-10 weeks. They're perfect for maintaining your highlights between full highlight services or as a standalone option for regular dimension.

Will partial highlights be noticeable?

Yes! Partial highlights are placed in the most visible areas of your hair—the top section and around your face. They provide significant dimension and brightness where it matters most.

Can I upgrade to full highlights later?

Absolutely! Many clients start with partial highlights and later upgrade to full highlights for more complete coverage. We can easily expand your highlights during your next appointment.

What areas are covered in a partial highlight?

Partial highlights cover from ear to ear (across the top of your head) and from your fringe (bangs) to the crown. This creates a natural frame around your face and adds dimension to the most visible areas.

Highlight Service

Partial Highlight

Adding dimension and texture to the hair with highlights and lowlights. Foils are placed from ear to ear and from fringe to crown

Starting at $95

Professional partial highlights

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What's Included

Highlights focused on the top section of your hair

Strategic Placement

Highlights from ear to ear and fringe to crown

Dimension & Texture

Highlights and lowlights for natural depth

Cost-Effective

More affordable than full highlights

Natural Look

Focuses on the most visible areas of your hair

Why Choose Partial Highlights

Perfect balance of dimension and value

Maximum Impact, Lower Cost

Partial highlights focus on the top section of your hair—the most visible area—giving you beautiful dimension where it matters most, at a more affordable price than full highlights.

Natural Frame

By highlighting from ear to ear and fringe to crown, we create a natural frame around your face that brightens your features and adds movement to your style.

Versatile Option

Partial highlights work great as a standalone service or as maintenance between full highlight appointments. They're perfect for keeping your highlights fresh without the full commitment.

Highlight Care Tips

How to prepare for your appointment and protect your highlights at home

Before Your Appointment

Arrive with Clean, Dry Hair

Come to your appointment with clean hair and no heavy styling products. Product build-up can interfere with even lightener application.

Bring Inspiration Photos

Save photos of highlight styles you love—and ones you don't. This helps us understand the exact look you're after, from placement to tone.

Share Your Color History

Let us know about any previous highlights, box color, or chemical treatments. This helps us choose the safest, most effective approach for your hair.

Plan Enough Time

Highlight services range from about 1.5 hours (mini-partial) to 3+ hours (balayage or full highlights). Schedule your day accordingly so you're not rushed.

After Your Appointment

Wait 24–48 Hours Before Washing

Give your toner and lightener time to fully settle. Your first wash can lift freshly deposited tone, so waiting helps the color last longer.

Use Color-Safe, Sulfate-Free Shampoo

Sulfate-free shampoos are gentler on highlighted hair and help preserve your tone between appointments. We'll recommend options that work for your specific highlights.

Use Purple or Blue Shampoo as Needed

For blonde or lightened highlights, a purple or blue shampoo used once a week helps neutralize brassiness and keep your tone fresh.

Protect from Heat and UV

Use a heat protectant before hot tools and consider a UV-protecting hair product for time in the Colorado sun, which can fade highlights over time.

Schedule Regular Touch-Ups

Foil highlights typically need refreshing every 8–10 weeks. Balayage can go 12–16 weeks. We'll help you set a schedule that keeps your look fresh.

What Clients Say

Real reviews from clients who've experienced this service at Burman & Co.

"Heather Parker did an amazing job on my hair! She listened carefully to what I wanted and used her expertise to help me choose the right color and highlights. The results were beyond my expectations."

Rhonda Clover

Heather · Feb 2026

"Heather is an absolute amazing stylist! I live in Missouri and will travel just for her to do my hair. She is one of the best stylists I've ever had for blondes."

Aubrey Abbott

Heather · Feb 2026

"I have been to Burman & Co for the last seven years. I have Adela for my highlights and Michael for my cut and blow-dry. They are super professional and expert hairstylists, and kind, caring people."

Kim English

Adela and Michael · Feb 2026

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