Colour Techniques

Colour Techniques

Balayage

Hand-painted highlights

Balayage Example

Technique brief

Creating natural, sun-kissed dimension with softer regrowth. Painted freehand rather than with foils, resulting in a graduated, lived-in effect.

History

Adopted in 1970s Paris salons to describe the freehand “sweeping” application of lightener/colour across the hair, mirroring how the brush sweeps the surface.

Treatment Time

1-2 hours

Maintenance Frequency

10-16 weeks

Hair Suitability

Perfect for virgin, or block coloured hair

Aftercare Notes

Colour conditioners are an ideal way to maintain gloss, tone and shine.

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