Highlights
Dimension that catches the light.Highlights at HSR Layout
Highlights lighten selected sections of hair against your base colour, so light catches your hair as it moves instead of it reading as one flat tone. Done well, they add real dimension without ever looking like a completely different colour job.
We section and place highlights based on how you actually wear your hair — face-framing pieces, all-over brightness, or something more subtle — then tone and gloss to finish, so the result looks like sun-kissed depth, not stripes.
Moments from real visits.
Concerns this solves
The worry with highlights is always the same — stripy, obvious placement instead of natural-looking dimension. Careful sectioning and the right technique is what prevents that.
Wanting brightness without committing to a full colour change
Worry that highlights will look stripy or obvious
Flat, one-note hair colour with no depth
Wanting a look that grows out gracefully
The difference you'll feel.
Placement matched to how you wear your hair
We plan placement around your parting and how you actually style your hair, not a generic pattern, so the dimension shows up where you'll actually see it.
Toned and glossed, not left brassy
Every highlight service finishes with toning and a gloss, so you leave with a clean, intentional tone rather than a raw, brassy lift.
Foil or balayage, whichever suits your hair
We choose foil or a hand-painted balayage technique based on your hair and the look you want, not a one-size-fits-all default.
Your experience, step by step.
Consult & Plan Placement
We discuss the look you want and plan exactly where highlights will go.
Section & Lighten
Sections are lightened using foil or hand-painted technique, to the level you agreed.
Tone & Gloss
A toner and gloss refine the colour to a clean, intentional finish.
Style & Reveal
A full blow-dry shows off the finished dimension.
Make your results last.
Go sulphate-free
Colour-safe shampoo keeps highlights bright and stops brassiness creeping in.
Use a purple or toning shampoo weekly
Keeps warmth in check between salon toning sessions.
Book a gloss refresh
A gloss every 6–8 weeks keeps tone fresh even before you need a full re-highlight.
“Waseem was very helpful for doing the haircut, Sofi was good for doing the facial. Overall wonderful experience at this salon. Salon is very well maintained and clean bathrooms. Staff was very polite and well behaved.”
“This is one of the finest salons in the HSR, right from receiving till the service everything is top notch.”
“I am really happy with the service provided by Anil. This is the first time experience for me. I wish to continue with Plum & Sugar for their service & hospitality. Thanks Anil & team.”
“Overall the vibe of Plum & Sugar is extremely pleasant. All their staff conduct themselves with great courtesy. Today my hairdresser was Caroline and she is extremely skilled and very professional.”
“This was hands-down the most phenomenal hair spa experience I've ever had!”
“I highly recommend Plum & Sugar salon for a good hair service. The team was really great, it's a very clean and well-maintained salon, and the overall hospitality and staff are just so great.”
“I went for a haircut, hair spa, and facial, and I had a wonderful experience!”
Highlights in HSR Layout, Bengaluru
Our HSR Layout studio sits on 27th Main Road in 1st Sector — opposite NIFT College and near the SBI building in Parangi Palaya. It's an easy trip for Highlights whether you're across HSR Sectors 1 to 7, Agara, Bommanahalli or neighbouring Koramangala. Open every day, 9am to 10pm.
Book at HSR Layout
HSR Layout
Plum & Sugar Salon & Spa
nearby SBI Building, Parangi Palaya,
1st Sector, HSR Layout, Bengaluru — 560102
Landmark — opposite NIFT College, 1st Sector
87, 3rd Main Rd, 4th Phase · 099800 33108
Related rituals.
Your highlights questions,
answered honestly.
How is this different from balayage?
Highlights are usually applied with foil for a more uniform, all-over lift; balayage is hand-painted freehand for a softer, more graduated look. We'll recommend based on the finish you want and how low-maintenance you need the grow-out to be.
Will highlights look stripy?
Not with careful sectioning and placement matched to how you actually wear your hair — that's the entire point of the consultation before we start.
How often do I need to redo them?
Most clients come back every 8–12 weeks for a refresh, longer than a full colour or root touch-up since highlights grow out more softly.
Can I get highlights on previously coloured hair?
Usually yes — we'll check your colour history and hair condition first and let you know honestly if it needs a corrective step before highlighting.
Do highlights damage hair?
Any lightening process affects hair to some degree, which is why we assess condition first and use bond-friendly additives. If your hair isn't ready for it, we'll say so rather than risk it.
Visiting us in HSR Layout.
Everything you need to plan your visit for Highlights at our HSR Layout salon.
How do I book Highlights at your HSR Layout salon?
The quickest way is a WhatsApp message or call to 097400 28719 — just tell us the date and time you'd like. We're open every day from 9am to 10pm, and you're welcome to book in person too.
Where is the HSR Layout salon and is it easy to find?
We're at 1655, 27th Main Rd, 1st Sector — Landmark — opposite NIFT College, 1st Sector. Tap 'Get Directions' on this page to navigate straight to us.
Do you take walk-ins or should I book ahead?
Walk-ins are always welcome, but Highlights is one of our sought-after services, so booking ahead guarantees your preferred time and specialist. A quick WhatsApp message is all it takes.
Is Highlights available at your JP Nagar branch too?
Yes — you'll find the same service at our JP Nagar salon (87, 3rd Main Rd, 4th Phase). Call 099800 33108 if JP Nagar is more convenient for you.
Ready for Highlights?
Book at our HSR Layout sanctuary — walk-ins welcome, appointments preferred. Open daily 9am–10pm.