What Is Balayage and How Is It Done? Where to Get Balayage in Città di Castello

What is balayage?

Balayage is a freehand colouring technique. Instead of using foils in a regular pattern, the colourist paints the lightener by hand onto selected sections of hair. The result is a soft, natural-looking gradation with no visible regrowth line, which is why it grows out so gracefully.

How is balayage done?

The process starts with a consultation on your natural base, previous colour and the effect you want. The colourist then decides where to place the light, section by section, following the cut and the way your hair falls. After lightening, the tone is refined with a toner and the hair is treated to keep it healthy. Because every head is different, the placement is designed for you rather than copied from a pattern.

Who is balayage for?

Balayage works on many hair types and lengths, from straight to curly, and can go from a subtle sun-kissed effect to a bright blonde. Curly hair needs particular attention, since the placement has to respect the curl pattern.

Balayage in Città di Castello

Alessio Bianconi is an Italian hair artist and Framesi International Master Educator, with more than 20 years of experience. Colour, from balayage and blondes to vivid shades, is one of his areas of expertise. His salon StilistVogue is in Città di Castello, with a second location in Sansepolcro. Book your appointment online.