--- title: "Roots | Root Touch-Up Colour in Crawley | 21 RUSSELL" description: "Quick, affordable root regrowth tinting at 21 RUSSELL. Maintain your full-head colour and cover grey in under an hour. Book your roots service in Crawley." canonical: "https://www.twentyonerussell.com/services/roots" --- ![Glossy dark brown wavy hair cascading to mid-back over olive-green off-shoulder top](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fglossy-dark-brown-wavy-hair-back-view-2.jpg%3Fprefix%3Dtenants%252F6a4b7b2b63562d08f4c3747b%26v%3D1783339508132&w=1536&q=75&dpl=dpl_8qrUs23zSec9XHfPr5a7Amiqusem)![Glossy dark brown wavy hair cascading to mid-back over olive-green off-shoulder top](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fglossy-dark-brown-wavy-hair-back-view-2.jpg%3Fprefix%3Dtenants%252F6a4b7b2b63562d08f4c3747b%26v%3D1783339508132&w=1536&q=75&dpl=dpl_8qrUs23zSec9XHfPr5a7Amiqusem) Colouring # Roots £35 60 mins [Book Online](https://book.thesalon.app/salons/543801cc-449b-454c-8666-fe63b8864b7a/book?service=683aed4b53e4695d5b21a579) A **Roots** service is a targeted colour treatment that applies tint only to your regrowth at the scalp, maintaining your existing full-head colour and covering grey without foils or changing your overall shade. At **21 RUSSELL** in Crawley, this express service takes under an hour and doesn't require a finish, making it the perfect quick, affordable option to keep your hair looking polished between major colour appointments. ## What the Service Involves This is a **regrowth-only** treatment designed for clients with an existing full-head tint: - Brief consultation to match your current colour and check for any scalp sensitivities - Hair sectioned carefully for precise application to new growth (typically the first 1–2 inches at the scalp) - Colour applied only to roots to avoid overlap onto previously tinted lengths, which prevents banding or over-darkening - Processing time as needed, then rinsed—**no blow-dry or styling included**, so you're in and out quickly - Results: even colour from scalp to ends, restored grey coverage, and a refreshed, consistent look ## Who It's For Roots services suit clients who already have a **full-head tint** and want to maintain their shade affordably: - Ideal if you have noticeable regrowth or grey coming through and want quick, targeted coverage - Perfect for busy schedules—this is a time-efficient maintenance visit, not a transformation appointment - Best for solid colour maintenance; if you have **highlights, foils, or balayage**, ask our Crawley team which service will maintain those placements - Not suitable for changing your overall colour or creating new dimensional effects—this service matches and maintains your existing shade ## How Often & Aftercare Most clients book root touch-ups **every 4–6 weeks** to keep regrowth bands small and colour looking consistent: - High-contrast colours (e.g. blonde on dark natural hair) or significant grey may need more frequent visits, around every 3–5 weeks - Wait **24–48 hours before washing** after your appointment to let colour set fully - Use **sulfate-free, colour-protecting shampoo and conditioner** and rinse with cool to lukewarm water to prolong vibrancy - Minimise frequent shampooing and heat styling to extend the life of your colour - Waiting too long between services can make the regrowth band wider, requiring more time and product to correct at your next visit [Book Online](https://book.thesalon.app/salons/543801cc-449b-454c-8666-fe63b8864b7a/book?service=683aed4b53e4695d5b21a579) ## Client Reviews 5.0 Based on 1 review - M Mandi Mist > Leah was amazing, beautifully presented, very welcoming, and recognised me from my previous visit many months ago. She listen to my brief of what I wanted and applied her professional skills leaving me feeling very happy when I left great job, highly recommended, thank you ## Frequently Asked Questions How long does a roots service take at 21 RUSSELL? Your roots appointment will take up to 60 minutes, including consultation, application, and processing. Because it doesn't include a finish, you're in and out quickly. How much does the roots service cost? The roots service is £35, making it an affordable way to maintain your full-head colour between major appointments. Is this service the same as highlights or foils? No, a roots service applies tint only to your regrowth for full-head colour maintenance. It does not involve foils, highlights, or balayage placement—ask our team which service suits those techniques. How often should I book a root touch-up? Most clients return every 4–6 weeks. If you have high-contrast colour or significant grey, you may prefer every 3–5 weeks to keep regrowth less noticeable. Will the roots service change my overall hair colour? No, this service is designed to match and maintain your existing shade, not to transform or lighten your overall colour. It's for regrowth maintenance only. Can I wash my hair straight after the appointment? Wait 24–48 hours before washing to allow the colour to set fully. This helps ensure longer-lasting, more vibrant results. What should I use to care for my colour at home? Use sulfate-free, colour-protecting shampoo and conditioner, rinse with cool or lukewarm water, and minimise how often you wash and heat-style your hair to keep colour looking fresh. What happens if I leave it too long between root appointments? Wider regrowth bands can make future colouring more complex and may require extra time or product to correct, so regular maintenance every 4–6 weeks keeps things simple. Do I need a patch test before a roots service? If you have a sensitive scalp or have had previous reactions to hair dye, mention this when booking. Our Crawley team can arrange a patch test if needed. Does the roots service include a blow-dry or styling? No, this express service does not include a finish. You'll leave with freshly rinsed, colour-refreshed hair—perfect if you're short on time or planning to style at home. 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