Felipe Giustina
Josue is always great! The shop has a great vibe, and the customer service is amazing. Recommend!
2026-09-29
Highlights Cap in Fort Lauderdale
A highlights cap adds dimension and contrast to your hair without a full color commitment. Our barbers apply each highlight with precision so the result looks intentional, clean, and sharp.
- Precision application every time
- Walk-ins welcome
- 100% satisfaction guarantee
- Licensed cosmetology professionals
Book my highlights cap
A highlights cap adds dimension and contrast to your hair without a full color commitment. Our barbers apply each highlight with precision so the result looks intentional, clean, and sharp.
- Precision application every time
- Walk-ins welcome
- 100% satisfaction guarantee
- Licensed cosmetology professionals
What a Highlights Cap Actually Does for Your Hair
A highlights cap is a targeted color technique that lifts selected strands of hair to create contrast against your natural base. The result is a look with depth and movement that a single, flat color cannot deliver.
The process uses a fitted cap with small holes. Strands of hair are pulled through those holes using a fine hook, then lightener is applied only to those sections. Because the scalp stays protected throughout, the technique is well-suited to men who want a subtle shift in appearance rather than an all-over change.
The finished look can be dialed up or kept understated. Pulling fewer strands gives a sun-kissed effect. Pulling more creates a bolder, high-contrast style. Before the cap goes on, your barber will talk through the density and placement that fits your hair type and the look you are going for.
Aftercare is straightforward. Color-safe shampoo and conditioner help the highlights stay bright between appointments. Your barber can walk you through a simple routine before you leave so the result holds as long as possible.
- Suitable for most hair lengths and textures
- Scalp stays protected throughout the process
- Density of highlights adjusted to your preference
- Color-safe aftercare guidance included
How it works
What Happens During Your Highlights Cap Appointment
Every highlights cap appointment follows a clear sequence. Knowing each step helps you arrive confident and leave with exactly the result you pictured.
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Consultation and strand planning
Your barber starts by looking at your hair type, current color, and the result you want. Together you decide how many strands to pull and how much lift to apply. This conversation sets the whole appointment up for success.
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Cap fitting and strand extraction
A close-fitting cap is placed over your head. Your barber uses a small hook to pull individual strands through the cap's holes. The placement and density are controlled at this stage, so the final pattern is intentional rather than random.
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Lightener application and processing
Lightener is brushed onto the exposed strands only. The cap keeps your scalp and the remaining hair separate. Processing time depends on your starting color and the level of lift you are going for.
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Rinse and cap removal
Once the strands reach the target tone, the lightener is rinsed thoroughly. The cap comes off carefully to avoid disturbing the lifted sections. Your barber checks the result and makes sure the color is even across all the strands.
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Finish and aftercare guidance
Your hair is dried and styled so you can see the full effect. Before you leave, your barber explains how to care for the highlights at home, including which products help maintain brightness between visits.
Why us
What You Get Out of a Highlights Cap Appointment
The highlights cap technique delivers a specific set of results that other color methods do not. Here is what that means for you as the client.
A look tailored to your hair, not a template
Before anything touches your hair, your barber talks through your goal.
Scalp protection throughout the process
The cap acts as a barrier between the lightener and your scalp. Only the strands pulled through the holes are treated, so the skin underneath stays untouched for the entire processing time.
Dimension that flat color cannot replicate
Lifting selected strands rather than all of them creates contrast. That contrast is what gives highlighted hair its depth and the appearance of movement, even when the hair is sitting still.
A result that grows out gradually
Because the highlights are placed across the hair rather than at a single root line, regrowth is less abrupt than with full-color treatments. The look stays wearable for longer between appointments.
Clear guidance before you walk out
Your barber explains exactly which products to use and what to avoid so the highlights stay bright. You leave knowing how to maintain the result at home, not guessing.
The team
The Barbers Behind Your Highlights Cap
A highlights cap done well requires both color knowledge and a steady hand. The barbers at Florida Fadez hold cosmetology and barber licenses and apply that training to every cap appointment.
Florida Fadez Barbers
Every barber at Florida Fadez is licensed in both barbering and cosmetology. That dual background matters for a highlights cap appointment because the service crosses both disciplines.
What Our Clients Say
4.8 from 76 Google reviews
cristian torres
I want to say that I am happy with the service that Josué has been offering me for a year, he is a very hardworking young man, with the ability to provide a very particular service, knowing every detail in my tastes and even offering me coffee in the mornings and making the morning of his customers much better, thank you Josué for your service and I will surely continue to go to you.
2026-09-26
Kev R
First time here and I’ll definitely come back. Josue was gentleman from first initial phone call. Shop has a great vibe with professionals and all the tools that other places don’t have 7/5 stars highly recommend. Do yourself a favor and check them out!
2026-09-17
Luis Otávio de Sousa castro otavio
I liked Camila's service, congratulations Camila, 10 out of 10! ❤️
2026-08-18
Zspot Elements
I love this place. Manuel aka manny is a good Barber and great customer service. I will recommend him to go to.
2026-08-15
Leonard Provencher
Big shout out to these guys! +A! Was on a quick business trip and called ahead to see if I could walk in. Headed over and they were waiting for me, got one of the best out of town cuts I’ve ever gotten. He took his time and gave me exactly what I wanted. Will definitely be back.
2026-08-06Highlights Cap Questions, Answered
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What is a highlights cap and how does it work?
A highlights cap is a color technique that uses a fitted cap placed over your head. Small strands of hair are pulled through holes in the cap using a fine hook. Lightener is then applied only to those strands. The cap keeps the rest of your hair and your scalp protected while the exposed sections lift to a lighter tone. The result is dimensional, multi-tonal hair rather than a flat, single color. -
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How many strands get highlighted and can I choose?
Yes, the density is something you and your barber decide together during the consultation at the start of your appointment. Fewer strands produce a subtle, sun-kissed effect. More strands create a bolder, higher-contrast look. Your barber will recommend a density based on your hair type and the result you describe. -
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Does a highlights cap work on short hair?
The cap technique works on a range of hair lengths. Very short hair may limit how many strands can be pulled through the cap, which affects the density of the result. Your barber will assess your hair at the start of the appointment and let you know what is achievable before any product is applied. -
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How long does a highlights cap appointment take?
The total time depends on the density of highlights you choose and your starting hair color. Pulling more strands and achieving a greater level of lift both add time. Your barber can give you a more accurate estimate during the consultation once they have seen your hair and heard what result you are going for. -
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Will the lightener touch my scalp?
No. The cap sits between the lightener and your scalp throughout the entire process. Only the strands pulled through the cap holes come into contact with the lightener. This is one of the reasons the cap technique is a popular choice for people who want highlights without scalp sensitivity concerns. -
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How do I look after highlights cap results at home?
Color-safe shampoo and conditioner are the most important products for maintaining the brightness of your highlights between appointments. Avoid shampoos with sulfates, as these strip color faster. Your barber will go through a specific routine with you before you leave so you know exactly what to use and what to skip. -
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Do I need to book ahead or can I walk in?
Walk-ins are welcome at Florida Fadez. That said, a highlights cap appointment takes longer than a standard haircut, so calling ahead or booking online helps make sure enough time is set aside for you. Booking in advance is the most reliable way to get the slot you want. -
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How often will I need to come back to maintain the highlights?
Because the highlights are distributed across the hair rather than concentrated at a single root line, regrowth tends to be gradual and less obvious than with other color methods. How often you return depends on how much lift you started with and how much contrast you want to maintain. Your barber can suggest a realistic schedule based on your result.
Where we work
Serving Fort Lauderdale and the Surrounding Area
Florida Fadez is based in Fort Lauderdale. Clients come in for highlights cap appointments from across Broward County and the surrounding communities. If you are close enough to make the trip, the chair is ready for you.
- Fort Lauderdale
Free parking is available, so getting to your appointment is one less thing to think about. Walk-ins are always welcome, and online booking is open if you prefer to reserve your time in advance.
More Services at Florida Fadez
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Male Skin Fade Haircut
A clean, graduated fade cut to length. Pairs well with a highlights cap for a complete, sharp look.
Male Haircut Design
Custom lines and patterns added to your cut for a style that stands out.
DIAMOND | Haircut, Beard Trim, Hot Towel Shave
A full grooming package combining a haircut, beard trim, and a relaxing hot towel shave.
PLATINUM | Haircut, Beard, Ear & Nose, Hot Towel
The most complete grooming package available, covering every detail in one appointment.
Hot and Cold Towel Facial Wrap
A relaxing facial treatment that complements any barbershop appointment.
Ready to Book Your Highlights Cap?
- Walk-ins welcome
- Free parking on site
- 100% satisfaction guarantee
- Licensed cosmetology professionals
- (561) 466-6306
- 1932 E Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304, United States
- MonClosedTue to Sat9:00 AM to 7:00 PMSunClosed
Book my highlights cap
Book online to reserve your time, or call if you have a question before you come in. Walk-ins are always welcome, and free parking means arriving is easy.
Find Florida Fadez
Florida Fadez is located in Fort Lauderdale. Free parking is available on site. If you need help finding the shop before your highlights cap appointment, call ahead and the team will point you in the right direction.