BALAYAGE HAIR SALON

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What's the difference between balayage and ombré?

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The word balayage comes from the French, meaning "to sweep."” It involves hand-painting soft highlights throughout your hair, giving it a beautiful natural look, as though you have been in the sun all day. This free-hand technique allows us to place your highlights exactly where needed, achieving a subtler effect than that created with conventional foil highlights, as we can avoid making any hard lines in the color. The result is a unique individual look that can be adapted to your personality and style.

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Balayage vs. ombre

 

Balayage can look fabulous on all shades of blonde, brown, red, auburn, dark hair, or even grey hair. As well as working well with all-natural hair color shades, such as famous blondes and warm caramel tones, balayage is also an excellent way to try out a flash of bright fashion color, such as an on-trend pastel shade. Balayage shouldn't be done at home.

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What's the difference between balayage and ombré?

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Ombré produces a more contrasted two-toned effect, usually by creating hair color that is darker at the roots and lighter at the ends of the hair. Balayage, by contrast, produces a more multi-dimensional result with hair colors hand-painted in vertical sections to simulate where the sun might catch the light on your hair. There are many other hair coloring techniques and variations on balayage, including color blending, baby lights, baby balayage, root melt, root stretch, color melt, or free-hand highlights. If you've seen a hair look you love, bring us an image, and we'll adapt the look for you—Ombre vs. Balayage.

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Best hair types for Balayage?

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Balayage color can be done on any length or base color of hair. So dark blonde or blonde balayage is possible. These factors do not dictate if you can or cannot have this modern yet low-maintenance service. A proper consultation with our Parrish hair stylists is a great way to get an idea of what can be done and how it can be executed. Talking about what shades would compliment the client's features, what has previously been done to the hair, how often the client is willing or able to come in, and the hair product or products the client could use to help the process and prevent future damage, are all included in a formal consultation.

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Why get a Balayage?

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Balayage highlights are an excellent option for those looking for a "low maintenance" hair color application. The natural placement and gradual effect can last longer than a traditional foil or color, eliminating harsh lines. Many clients find that instead of needing a Balayage every visit to the salon, they may need to do a haircut, toner, or conditioning treatment. Some clients only reserve salon appointments for a touch-up service 2 to 3 times a year after the initial meeting.

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The process of a Balayage

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Balayage is typically a one or two-step process where the stylist's hand paints color or lightener onto the hair. Certain techniques will use meche foils, cotton, and cellophane, or even bricklaying techniques to create the perfect Balayage look.

The first step is usually to pre-lighten the hair to the desired level. If using hair color, you are able to get the desired level and tone in one step. The second step is to put a tonal value into the hair; the tone is typically described as “Ash,” “Warm,” or “Neutral”. When you lighten hair, you remove all pigment or color, leaving it a bright yellow, orange, or red. This is not a desired look. The desired final result may take two or more times utilizing this process. Things like the previous color or box color(over the counter) can build up on the hair and make lifting the pigment out hard. Fragile, unhealthy hair may also cause a stylist to need to take it easy on a client’s hair. It is important not to do too much at once

 

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How long will it take to create my balayage look?

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The length of your amount of time taken will depend on whether we are adding balayage throughout your hair or just a few highlights, for example, around your face for face framing. Your hair may also require some preparation to achieve your desired result. Book in for a consultation, and we will assess your hair and be able to advise you on how long it will take to create the look you desire.

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Techniques different than Balayage

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Other popular techniques similar to Balayage Highlights that provide different effects include Ombre, Sombre, Baby Lights, Bronde, and Dip Dye. Clients often ask about Balayage vs. Ombre. Here are a few of the different highlight services:

• Ombre is a French word that means shade. It is a technique that is a solid graduation from dark to light.

• Sombre is a combination of both Ombre and Balayage where 3 processes may take place. First, apply one technique, then the second, and finish adding tonal value. Sombre vs Balayage

• Baby Lights are super fine strands of hair that may or may not start at the scalp to add dimension.

• Bronde is for darker hair types who want dimension but are not able to have blonde due to skin tone and/or eye color or integrity of the hair itself.

• Dip Dye is a sharp contrast between dark and color. Usually used with bright colors or fashion colors. Fashion colors are usually achieved with a direct dye or vegetable dye. This means that no chemical processes are taking place. The dye stains the outside of the hair shaft and can have a very unpredictable time of staying power. Things like not washing your hair every day or using cold water temperature aid in prolonging the fashion color; however, a client may still need to come in every 4-8 weeks to reapply the fashion color to keep it up.

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Where to get a Balayage in Parrish?

Book your Balayage appointment with one of our Parrish hairstylists at Belt Salon today! If you're a new client, please book a consultation before booking a Balayage to discuss your wants and needs.

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How should I prepare for balayage?

Book a hair color consultation at our hairstyling salon in Parrish, and we will assess the color and condition of your hair and advise you on the results we can achieve. The health of your hair is always a priority for us, so our expert hair color stylists will tailor your hair color to create the perfect look without damaging your hair. We may also recommend carrying out a strengthening treatment before your hair color service to improve the health of your tresses.

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How much does balayage cost at Belt Salon?

Our hair salon, offers the luxury experience with luxury products used for all balayage. We customize every service so it is unique for all our clients. You can view our pricing range here, but you will need a consultation to get an exact price.

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How do I maintain my balayage hair color?

Our stylists will advise you on how to keep your balayage looking

its best. They will recommend the right products to use at home to maintain the color and condition of your hair. It's also essential to protect your hair from the sun and chlorine, which can cause color to fade. Regular trims and conditioning treatments will also help to keep your hair looking great.

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How often should I get balayage?

Balayage hair can last up to 4 months with proper care and the correct hair products used. The benefit of balayage is that you aren’t left with visible roots once your natural color starts to grow through, in fact that’s the whole point. Balayage was designed to blend seamlessly into your hair so that it looks utterly natural. That said, it’ll grow out just as quickly as any other color would – at the same rate as your hair.

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Can I get balayage if my hair is dark?

Yes, balayage can work beautifully on dark hair. The contrast between the dark hair and the lighter highlights can look striking. However, it may take more than one appointment to achieve your desired look if your hair is very dark and you want to go a lot lighter.

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Can I get balayage if my hair is short?

Yes, balayage can look great on short hair. It can add depth and dimension to your look. However, your stylist's technique may be slightly different compared to balayage on longer hair.

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Can I get balayage if my hair is curly?

Yes, balayage can look amazing on curly hair. The highlights can help to enhance your curls and add more dimension to your hair.

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Can I get balayage if my hair is straight?

Yes, balayage can look great on straight hair. It can add movement and depth to your hair.

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Can I get balayage if my hair is thin?

Yes, balayage can be a great option for thin hair. The highlights can help to create the illusion of more volume and thickness.

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Can I get balayage if my hair is thick?

Yes, balayage can look great on thick hair. It can help to break up the color and add more dimension.

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Can I get balayage if my hair is damaged?

If your hair is significantly damaged, it may be best to focus on improving the condition of your hair before getting balayage. However, balayage is generally less damaging than traditional color as it doesn't involve coloring all your hair. Your stylist will be able to advise you on the best course of action.

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Can I get balayage if my hair is colored?

Yes, you can get balayage if your hair is colored. However, if your hair is very dark from coloring, it may take more than one appointment to achieve your desired look.

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Can I get balayage if my hair is natural?

Yes, balayage can look beautiful on natural hair. It can add depth and dimension to your look.

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Can I get balayage if my hair is grey?

Yes, balayage can be an excellent option for grey hair. The highlights can help to blend in the grey and create a more natural look.

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Can I get balayage if my hair is blonde?

Yes, balayage can look great on blonde hair. It can add depth and dimension to your look.

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Can I get balayage if my hair is brown?

Yes, balayage can look beautiful on brown hair. The highlights can help to lighten your look and add more dimension.

 

Can I get balayage if my hair is red?

Yes, balayage can look great on red hair. The highlights can help to enhance the red tones in your hair.

 

Can I get balayage if my hair is black?

Yes, balayage can work beautifully on black hair. The contrast between the black hair and the lighter highlights can look striking. However, it may take more than one appointment to achieve your desired look if your hair is very dark and you want to go a lot lighter.

 

Can I get balayage if my hair is dyed?

Yes, you can get balayage if your hair is dyed. However, if your hair is very dark from dyeing, it may take more than one appointment to achieve your desired look.

 

Can I get balayage if my hair is bleached?

Yes, you can get balayage if your hair is bleached. However, your stylist will need extra care to ensure your hair stays healthy.

 

Can I get balayage if my hair is highlighted?

Yes, you can get balayage if your hair is highlighted. Balayage can be a great way to refresh your highlights and add more dimension to your look.

 

Can I get balayage if my hair is permed?

Yes, you can get balayage if your hair is permed. However, your stylist will need extra care to ensure your hair stays healthy.

 

Can I get balayage if my hair is relaxed?

Yes, you can get balayage if your hair is relaxed. However, your stylist will need extra care to ensure your hair stays healthy.

 

Can I get balayage if my hair is chemically treated?

Yes, you can get balayage if your hair is chemically treated. However, your stylist will need to take extra care to ensure your.

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