“There are many different techniques to lightening hair, but for traditional highlights, you separate sections and bleach them using foils,” adds Hantal.“Beyond this, there are many other ...

Highlights, lowlights, partial foil highlights, babylights, balayage, ombré, the list goes on. If you've settled on highlights but aren't sure what's best for you, fear not.

While highlights can be placed anywhere you want, celebrity colorist and Matrix brand ambassador, George Papanikolas says the most flattering ones should act as an accent to your existing color.

Highlights: Which is right for me? When it comes to choosing which technique to pursue, Lorena M. Valdes, a colorist at Chicago’s Maxine Salon, suggests considering your hair goals as well as ...

"Highlights, on the other hand, can be subtle and spaced out for a soft, natural 'kid hair' look, or applied more densely to create an overall lighter, brighter effect." ...

Highlights are better suited for clients desiring more pronounced lightness. Ultimately, the choice depends on your desired level of lightness and the final look you’re aiming for.