subject: It Is The Balayage Effect! [print this page] Balayage has become the hottest color trend and is quite popular hair coloring request in salons these days. It is low maintenance plus a fun way to experiment with color. Its also referred to as hair painting.
Lets see if this hair coloring is for you.
Balayage is basically a French coloring freehand technique that gives depth and dimension to your hair. The color is applied by hands rather than doing it with foils or cap highlighting. The end result leaves you with a sun kissed look giving it a soft or a stronger appeal depending on your fancy. This style is so low maintenance and is easy on your purse too.
With balayage hair you do not have a prominent demarcation line or regrowth so if you dont get a touch up done regularly it wont look that bad.
There are so many different ways to balayage and it gives the desired look if done by an experienced professional. But if it isnt done correctly then excess overlapping can cause damage.
The process of doing balayage depends on the length of your hair and the result you want. You may have to go in for minimum three sittings initially to let the color build up. The hair stylist may space up the appointments within six weeks of each sitting and voila you get the desired look.
This hot hair color trend is for you if you have natural hair but worry not even if you have had coloring done before. Your hairstylist can find a way out to impart this look on you. It looks more appealing on women with wavy or curly hair. The color variations can be easily seen through the hair plus it looks so appealing. The best part about balayage is that it can be done on all kinds of lengths either long or short pixie crops. It suits all body types too whether you have an hour glass figure or an athletic one.
As far as maintenance goes, it will probably have no different drying effect than a regular foiling on your hair. No matter what technique is used, you should use salon professional shampoo and conditioner to keep you hair in good condition. Your color will always look good if you maintain healthy hair.
This style has been around for a long time now and if the trade pundits are to be believed, Balayage hair is here to stay.
