Balayage is a hand-painted colouring technique that adds soft, natural-looking brightness and dimension without the stronger contrast of traditional foil highlights. It's a good fit for clients who want a lived-in colour that grows out gently and needs less frequent upkeep.
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What Happens During the Appointment
Balayage is applied freehand rather than through foils, giving a softer, more blended finish.
- Lightener is hand-painted onto selected sections of hair
- Colour is left to develop and process
- Hair is rinsed, then toned or glossed if needed to fine-tune the shade
- Finished with a blow-dry or styling
At Jayne Elliott Hair Company in Lutterworth, this service typically takes around 120 minutes, though timing can vary with hair length, thickness, and starting colour.
Who Balayage Suits
Balayage tends to suit clients looking for a softer alternative to full highlights.
- Those wanting natural dimension rather than a high-contrast, striped effect
- Clients who prefer a softer regrowth line and less frequent salon visits
- Anyone moving from a darker base towards subtle brightness
Our stylists, including Donna Brookes and Kasie Pearce, can talk through how much contrast or brightness would work best for your natural base colour during a consultation.
Aftercare and Maintenance
Good aftercare helps balayage stay fresh for longer.
- Avoid washing hair for 48 to 72 hours after your appointment
- Use colour-safe, moisturising shampoo and conditioner
- Wash less often and limit hot water where possible
- Reduce heat styling and UV exposure to slow fading
Because balayage has a soft grow-out, many clients return every 3 to 6 months, with an optional toner refresh in between to keep tones looking fresh and counter any brassiness.
Client Reviews
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Sarah Marley
I’ve been coming for cut & colour with Kasie for nearly a year now, really really happy with my latest colour, beautifully done balayage. Welcoming & friendly salon that I would recommend to anyone
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Sandie Leeming
Always a great experience. The colour and cut are always spot on. I especially love the organic colours this salon uses — I’m allergic to conventional dyes and can only use organic, so it’s a perfect fit. The atmosphere in the salon is always warm, welcoming, and friendly.
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