How long should a person wait between hair highlights?

It is best to wait at least 4-8 weeks between highlight touch-ups, but this depends how long it takes an individual's hair to grow. Hair grows about half an inch per month on average, meaning that within 8 weeks, there will be an inch of naturally colored hair grown out from the scalp.

The need for highlight touch-ups can also vary by hair color; it depends largely on the color of the regrowth and how much this contrasts with the color of the highlights. To ensure highlights last as long as possible, it is also important to work with a professional who can apply higher-quality highlights.