Balayage
Balayage and Lived-In Colour in Malvern
Balayage is painted rather than packeted, which is what gives it a softer transition and a grow-out that does not arrive as a hard line.
It suits people who want to stretch the time between appointments without their colour looking neglected.
Who this service suits
- Anyone who wants a softer, less frequent maintenance schedule
- Mid-length and long hair where the paint has room to graduate
- Clients moving away from a heavy foil regrowth line
- Brunettes wanting warmth and dimension without going blonde
- Blondes wanting a more natural root
- Hair that has been coloured before, subject to a condition assessment
Prices
Every service is priced by the experience level of the stylist you book. The standard of work is the same at every level. Your final price also depends on hair length, thickness, starting colour, the product required and the complexity of the work, and we confirm it with you before major colour work begins.
| Service | Director | Principal | Senior | Stylist |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full Head Foils, Balayage and Ombre Full head coverage of foil placement, or any creative colour including balayage and ombre, where the whole head is considered in the final result. Allow 4 to 5 hours minimum | from$320 | from$270 | from$255 | from$235 |
Colour prices do not include a toner, a haircut or a blow wave. After a colour service your hair is dried off without brush work. Toners start at $85 and are confirmed with you at your consultation.
| Service | Director | Principal | Senior | Stylist |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toners All toners, from a root shadow through to creative blending. Allow up to 30 minutes | from$95 | from$90 | from$85 | from$85 |
| Wella Plex Treatment A bonding complex that protects the hair from the chemical process during colouring. It also acts as a moisturising agent to help lock in colour and moisture. | from$58 at every stylist level | |||
What each service covers
Full Head Foils, Balayage and Ombre
Before we begin
The consultation
Balayage is not a single formula. Where the paint starts, how saturated it is and how it is toned all change the result.
We will look at your hair in its natural state, discuss the level of contrast you actually want, and agree the placement before we mix anything.
Request a ConsultationAfterwards
Maintenance
- Most balayage clients return every twelve to sixteen weeks.
- A gloss at six to eight weeks keeps the tone from drifting warm.
- Because the root is left softer, your grow-out stays wearable for longer than it would with a full-head foil.
Balayage and Lived-In Colour by our Malvern team
Read all Google reviews“She completely refreshed my look with a beautiful, soft blonde tone and a perfectly shaped cut that feels modern, light and easy to manage. The colour looks natural and fresh, and the style suits me perfectly.”
Olga Olefir, Google review
Questions about balayage and lived-in colour
What is the difference between balayage and foils?
Foils are packeted, which gives a controlled and usually brighter result with a defined regrowth line. Balayage is hand-painted, which gives a softer transition and a grow-out that is easier to live with. Many clients have both in the same head of hair.
How often do I need to come back?
Most balayage clients return every twelve to sixteen weeks, often with a gloss in between. That is the point of the service.
Can balayage go over existing colour?
Usually, but the existing colour affects how the lightener behaves. We will assess your hair history at the consultation and tell you whether the result needs to be staged.
More answers on the frequently asked questions page.
Ready to book balayage and lived-in colour?
Book online for standard appointments, or send an enquiry if you would like a complimentary 15-minute consultation first.