What is Balayage?
Pronounced BAH-LEE-AHGE, this technique has taken over the hair industry! Balayage is a French word meaning ‘to sweep’, It’s a freehand hair colouring technique where colour or lightener is applied by hand rather than using traditional foiling techniques. This approach allows for a more natural effect, often creating a soft graduation with more lightness towards the ends. Balayage is not just for blondes, it can be used to give any colour more dimension, give brunettes a sunkissed look and can even add vibrancy to a copper! We specialise is bringing this trend to life, ensuring a completely bespoke look for each client.
Why Choose Balayage?
- Customisation: Each balayage is truly unique. We consider your natural hair colour, texture and haircut to create a personalised look that flatters you.
- Low Maintenance: Unlike traditional highlights, balayage grows out seamlessly, without noticeable regrowth lines, making it a cost-effective and low-maintenance option.
- Versatility: Balayage works on all hair colours, lengths, and types. Whether you have dark brown hair or light blonde,balayage can be completely tailored to create as soft or as striking a contrast as you like.
- Healthier Hair: Less frequent touch-ups and the right products, mean less damage to your hair over time!
The Process at Suite Twenty Eight
- Consultation: Our stylists work with you to understand your vision. We recommend having at least 3 inspo pics and even some of things you don’t like, that way we can make sure we’re on the same page, this also helps us as stylists decide what techniques to use to achieve the desired look.
- Colour Selection: Let our expert stylists guild you in making this decision, we can recommend what will last longer and what’s going to suit your skin tone better etc.
- Application: Using a brush, our stylists strategically paint the hair, building colour and dimension as they sweep along each section.
- Processing Time: This could be 40-60 minutes, sometimes longer depending on products used and the desired result.
- Washing and Conditioning: Your hair is washed and then treated with a bonding treatment to nourish and protect your hair, this treatment is included in our Balayage and Balayage Top Up Package.
- Final Touches: A cut to complete your new look and then styled how you’d prefer, we’re always happy to show you the best ways to recreate and prolong your style at home.
Caring for Balayage Hair
To keep your balayage looking its best, please consider these tips:
- Use Colour-Safe Products: Invest in professional shampoos, conditioners and styling products designed for coloured and/or lightened hair. Your stylist will be able to recommend what will be best for your hair type.
- Avoid Overwashing: Washing your hair too frequently can strip away the colour and natural oils. Try to wash your hair only 2-3 times a week.
- Protect from Heat: Always use a heat protectant before blow drying and using hot tools like straighteners or curling irons. This will prevent colour fade and damage!
- Maintenance: Balayage can last upto 4 months depending on hair growth and hair care regime. We recommend rebooking 8-12 weeks after your Balayage appointment for a treatment, toner and trim, this will maintain and prolong the colour and condition of your hair.
Ready for a Balayage?
What are you waiting for? Book an appointment for your complimentary colour consultation with one of our skilled stylists.
