Ombré? Balayage? Which popular hair color technique should you try next?
Are you tired of your mundane hair routine and craving a fresh look? Revitalising your hair with a fresh color might be the solution you've been hunting for! When it comes to hair color, it is not just the shade that matters. The hair coloring technique that you choose also significantly impacts your overall look. There are many types of hair highlighting techniques to add a pop of color to your hair from Ombré to Balayage, Curls, Highlights, and much more.
Explore our compilation of the hottest hair coloring techniques and discover your next go-to style! Once you gain a deeper understanding of all these coloring techniques, you can make your pick and get your desired hair look with the help of your hairdresser.
WHAT IS BALAYAGE?
The beautiful French term 'Balayage', translating to 'sweep' or 'paint', deposits hair color beautifully on your hair. Balayage is a unique hair coloring technique where the artist paints your hair color freehand onto the surface of your hair, avoiding complete saturation of the section with dye. The outcome? Balayage hair color mimics the soft, natural, sun-kissed glow that seamlessly blends in as your hair grows.
CURLYAGE
The Curlyage technique is an innovative spin on the Balayage hair color technique, producing soft and personalised hair color results for those with curly or textured hair. Unlike the classic balayage highlights, the Curlyage technique can be customised based on curl and texture, as the light reflects differently on straight and textured hair. This unique method focuses on the precise placement of the lightener and maintaining the health of the curls.
OMBRÉ
The Ombré hair coloring technique involves creating a gradual transition from your natural root hair color to a much lighter shade towards the ends, often blonde. For a more striking Ombré hair color effect, you might want your hair stylist to deepen your natural shade at the roots. Pro tip: Balayage is the technique used to achieve an ombré look.
BABYLIGHTS
Babylights or baby blonde highlights are tiny, subtle highlights that mimic the sun-kissed glow of a baby’s hair. The delicate look is achieved by dyeing very small amounts of hair that are separated and placed in each foil.
HIGHLIGHTS
Highlights are sections of hair dyed lighter than your natural shade. This technique can add dimension to your hair, accentuate facial features and give a slimming effect to your face. They are the opposite of lowlights where the strands of hair are dyed darker than your natural shade. Your hairdresser may use one of two types of hair highlight techniques: foil highlighting and Balayage.
CONCLUSION
In a nutshell, changing your hair color can be a transformative experience, not just for your look but also for your confidence. Whether it's the natural, sun-kissed Balayage highlights, the customisable Curlyage, the dramatic Ombré or the delicate Babylights, there's a world of hair coloring techniques waiting for you to explore. Each of these types of hair highlight techniques offers a unique way to enhance your natural beauty and bring a fresh vibrancy to your style.
Hair coloring is not just a simple change of shade; it's an art and science that requires expertise. You can explore a wide variety of hair colors at the Shades EQ range from Redken India. And while it's exciting to experiment, it's equally important to maintain the health and integrity of your hair. With Redken India's range of products, from the Acidic Bonding Concentrate to the Color Extend Magnetics Sulfate Free Shampoo, you can ensure that your hair not only looks fantastic but is also well-protected and nourished. Visit our Redken India website or drop by your nearest Redken Salon to explore our wide range of hair care products, each designed to take care of your specific hair needs.