Highlights in Poway, CA
Partial, full, and face-framing highlights — brightness and dimension, finished with a custom toner.
Classic foil highlights are still one of the best ways to add brightness, dimension, and that lit-from-within glow. At The Cosmo Lab in Poway, Serena places highlights precisely — partial, full, or face-framing — to brighten your color exactly where it counts.
Prefer a softer, hand-painted grow-out? Ask about balayage. Want maximum brightness and crisp dimension? Foils are the answer. Every highlight service finishes with a custom toner or gloss and a nourishing treatment so your color looks polished and stays healthy.
Serena Martinez
Specializing in enhancing natural root color, grey blending, layered cuts, and medium-to-long styles that complement your overall look.
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Highlights is ideal for…
- Anyone wanting brightness and dimension
- Clients who like crisper, more uniform lightening
- Face-framing brightness around the face
- Blondes refreshing their dimension
How your appointment works.
Consultation
We choose partial, full, or face-framing placement based on your goals and lifestyle.
Foil placement
Highlights are precisely foiled for clean, controlled brightness and dimension.
Toner & gloss
A custom toner finishes your exact shade and erases any unwanted warmth.
Treatment & style
A nourishing mask and blow-out send you out polished and shiny.
What clients say.
“I can honestly say this was one of the best salon experiences I’ve ever had. From the moment I walked in, I knew I was in great hands. The owner, Serena, did my hair and she was truly amazing. She took the time to listen to exactly what I wanted, gave thoughtful suggestions, a…”
Karla Anguiano4 months ago“Coming to Cosmo Lab for my haircut is a no-brainer. Serena is super great at what she does. She is always pleasant and connecting to chat with - or be quiet with if that’s what you’re feeling. She’s created a calm, clean, serene space to match her vibe. It’s good to know that…”
Debbie Cohena month ago“I recently had the pleasure of visiting Cheyenne at The Cosmo Lab, and I can’t recommend her enough! She is absolutely brilliant with both color and curls. From the moment I sat in her chair, I felt confident that I was in great hands. Cheyenne listened carefully to what I wan…”
Aidith Carreraa month ago“I was new to town, and finding The Cosmo Lab was amazing. Serena takes time to explain everything going on with your hair - coloring, cut, aging, hormones, etc. She also provides great suggestions for care. It's rare in beauty to find people who actually listen to you and don'…”
Steph Shample3 months agoReviews sourced from Google.
Highlights questions, answered.
What’s the difference between highlights and balayage?
Highlights are foiled for crisp, uniform brightness and dimension. Balayage is hand-painted for a softer, more lived-in, lower-maintenance grow-out. Serena can help you choose — or combine both.
Partial vs. full highlights — which do I need?
Partial highlights brighten the top and around the face; full highlights add dimension all over for a brighter overall result. We decide together based on the look you want.
Do highlights include a toner?
Yes — every highlight service finishes with a custom toner or gloss to perfect your shade, plus a nourishing treatment.
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