What Is a Full Highlight?

    A full highlight service covers every section of the hair from root to end, weaving or slicing strands throughout the entire head to create a bright, multidimensional result. Unlike a partial highlight that focuses on targeted zones, a full highlight transforms your overall look with consistent radiance and depth that catches the light from every angle.

    At IlonaR Style in Marina del Rey, our full highlight services are ideal for clients who want a more dramatic brightening effect, those transitioning to a lighter overall color, and anyone seeking the most comprehensive color refresh available. We customize each service around your natural base, skin tone, and desired finish, whether that means soft champagne tones, rich caramel highlights, or a bold platinum lift.

    Clients come to us from across the West Los Angeles area, including Venice, Santa Monica, Culver City, Playa del Rey, and beyond, trusting our expertise to deliver full highlight results that are beautifully blended, healthy, and long-lasting. Every service includes a personalized consultation so we understand exactly what you are looking for before a single foil is placed.

    Full highlight service at IlonaR Style in Marina del Rey

    What to Expect at Your Appointment

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    Your Consultation

    Every full highlight appointment at IlonaR Style begins with a thorough one-on-one consultation. We discuss your hair history, current condition, lifestyle, and the look you want to achieve. Whether you are seeking a sun-drenched California blonde or a soft, natural brightening effect, we map out a custom color plan before anything else begins.

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    The Full Highlight Service

    Using professional foiling techniques, we section the hair methodically from nape to crown, precisely placing highlights throughout every layer. Our colorists work with expert-grade lighteners and toners to achieve your desired brightness level while protecting the integrity and health of your strands throughout the process.

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    Your Finished Look

    After processing, we apply a customized toner to perfect your final shade, then style your hair so you can walk out of our Marina del Rey studio feeling confident and radiant. We also share personalized aftercare tips so your highlights stay vibrant and your hair stays healthy between appointments.

    Why Choose IlonaR Style for Your Full Highlight

    Here is what sets our full highlight service apart at our Marina del Rey salon.

    Custom color formulation

    Custom Color Formulation

    No two heads of hair are the same. We formulate every highlight service specifically for your hair type, tone, and target result, so your full highlight looks natural, intentional, and uniquely yours rather than one-size-fits-all.

    Advanced highlighting expertise

    Advanced Highlighting Expertise

    Our colorists specialize in a wide range of highlighting techniques including traditional foiling, baby lights, and blended highlight systems. We bring the technical skill and artistic eye needed to ensure your full highlight is placed, processed, and toned to perfection.

    Professional grade products

    Professional Grade Products

    We use only high-quality lighteners, bond-protecting treatments, and toners that brighten while maintaining the strength and moisture balance of your hair. Your highlights will look brilliant without compromising hair health.

    Relaxing salon environment

    A Welcoming Salon Environment

    Our Marina del Rey studio is warm, calm, and designed for your comfort. Full highlight appointments take time, and we want every moment at IlonaR Style to feel enjoyable, relaxed, and worth every minute you invest in yourself.

    Color and highlight pairing expertise

    Seamless Add-On Services

    Want to pair your full highlight with a base color, toner, gloss, or cut? We offer full highlight and color packages designed to deliver a completely cohesive transformation in a single visit. Ask about our Full Highlight and Color service during your consultation.

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    Recent Work

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    What Our Clients Say

    Hear from clients across Marina del Rey, Venice, Santa Monica, and West Los Angeles who trust IlonaR Style for their color services.

    Full Highlight FAQs

    Common questions about full highlight services at IlonaR Style in Marina del Rey.

    How long does a full highlight appointment take?

    A full highlight service typically takes between two and three and a half hours, depending on the length and density of your hair, the number of foils required, and whether you are adding a toner or base color. During your consultation, your stylist will give you a more accurate time estimate based on your specific hair and goals.

    How much does a full highlight cost?

    Pricing for a full highlight at IlonaR Style varies based on hair length, thickness, the level of lightening needed, and any additional services such as toning or glossing. We are happy to provide a personalized quote during your consultation. You can also call us directly at (323) 417-7946 for pricing guidance before you book.

    How long will my full highlight results last?

    Full highlights are a long-lasting color service. Most clients return every eight to twelve weeks for a refresh, though this depends on how fast your hair grows, how much regrowth contrast you are comfortable with, and whether you want to maintain a very bright or a more blended finish. Your stylist will recommend a maintenance schedule suited to your specific look and lifestyle.

    How should I prepare for my full highlight appointment?

    Arrive with clean, dry hair that has not been freshly oiled or treated with heavy styling products. Save any inspiration photos you have on your phone so your stylist can see the finish and brightness you are aiming for. Avoid washing with a clarifying shampoo the day of your appointment as a light layer of natural oils helps protect the scalp during the lightening process. If you have had any chemical services recently, let us know ahead of time so we can plan accordingly.

    Is a full highlight the same as full head bleach?

    No. A full highlight uses foils to lift selected strands throughout the entire head, leaving your natural base color in between the highlighted sections. This creates dimension and brightness without affecting all of your hair. A full bleach and tone, by contrast, lightens every strand uniformly. Full highlights tend to grow out more gradually and naturally, making them a popular low-maintenance option for brighter hair without the starkness of an all-over lightening service.

    Areas We Serve

    Clients travel to IlonaR Style from across the area. We proudly welcome guests from these nearby communities:

    • Santa Monica
    • Los Angeles
    • Inglewood
    • El Segundo
    • Culver City
    • Hawthorne
    • Manhattan Beach
    • Lawndale
    • Hermosa Beach
    • Redondo Beach
    • Beverly Hills
    • Gardena
    • Torrance
    • West Hollywood
    • Carson
    • Lomita
    • Compton
    • Bell
    • Huntington Park
    • South Gate
    • Venice

    Ready to Brighten Your Look?

    Book your full highlight appointment at IlonaR Style in Marina del Rey and experience expert color care designed around your hair, your tone, and your vision.

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    Visit Us in Marina del Rey

    Location

    7250 W Manchester Ave Bldg 3
    Los Angeles, CA 90045

    Hours

    Sun: 1–7 PM Mon: 10 AM–7 PM Tue: 10 AM–7 PM Wed: 1–7 PM Thu: 10 AM–7 PM Fri: 10 AM–7 PM Sat: 10 AM–7 PM