Balayage Singapore
Balayage has been steadily gaining popularity in Singapore’s vibrant beauty scene in recent years. With its ability to create soft, natural-looking highlights that effortlessly enhance one’s overall appearance, it’s no wonder that this hair colouring technique has become a favourite choice for many in the city-state. The technique’s low-maintenance nature also aligns well with Singapore’s fast-paced lifestyle, making it an appealing option for those seeking a stylish yet manageable hair colour.
What is Balayage?
Balayage is the new word for Highlights in the salon these days. Balayage basically means free hand highlight and unlike traditional foil highlights which follows a structured systematic way of where the highlights will be placed, balayage highlight is a “free hand design” by the stylist and thus it is up to the discretion the stylist on how he would like to place the highlight based on the hair flow, face shape and head shape of the customer. In short, balayage is a highlighting technique itself and it is not a colour shade, thus it can be done with a colour tone of your choice.
Whether you’re looking to add subtle dimension or opt for a more dramatic transformation, balayage offers a versatile and customised approach to hair colour. This technique suits a wide range of hair lengths and textures, making it a favourite choice for those who desire a beautiful, lived-in, and gracefully blended hair colour.
Since 2016, Balayage Highlights has been taking the lead in being one of the most sought after colouring technique. Since its launch in the market, Picasso Hair Studio has given it a twist by branching out into two different styles for its Balayage highlights namely our Dimensional Balayage Highlights and Airtouch Balayage Highlights.
Here are our 2 different styles of Balayage highlights:
1. Dimensional Balayage Highlights
(Dimensional Balayage on straight and curly hair)
Dimensional Balayage is a highlight that focus on creating a “pop up” shadow dimensional effect. Due to its dimensional nature of this highlight, it will have stronger “lines effect” and would usually require bleaching of 1 – 2 times depending on the colour chosen. This technique of Balayage, not only looks good on curly hair but also on straight hair. In Picasso Hair Studio, we will also usually leave the hair roots black or a much darker shade so that the new regrowth roots will be less obvious catering to customers who prefers a low maintenance highlight and does not want to keep coming back to colour their hair.
2. Airtouch Balayage Highlights
Airtouch Balayage is a highlight that focus on creating soft lines and blended effects. Unlike traditional balayage techniques where tweaking and backcombing the hair is done (often resulting in long term damaged to the hair) to create a blended result, Airtouch as the name suggests is done by using “Air” aka a hair dryer to create this seamless blend of colours. By using the “air” technique, it is much gentler and less damaging option compared to traditional balayage technique. Airtouch Balayage is the perfect choice for someone who does not like to see harsh lines and prefers soft blended highlights that starts from the roots.
FAQs About Balayge in Singapore
1. What is the key difference between balayage and traditional highlights?
Balayage in Singapore differs from traditional highlights in the application method. While traditional highlights involve uniformly saturating sections of hair with colour, balayage is a freehand technique where the colour is painted onto the hair in a sweeping, natural way. This results in a more sun-kissed and blended effect, with less noticeable regrowth lines, making balayage a low-maintenance option for those seeking a more effortless look.
2. Can balayage work on all hair types and lengths?
Balayage is a versatile technique that can be adapted to suit various hair types and lengths. It works well on straight, wavy, and curly hair, and can be applied to short, medium, and long hair. Whether you have pixie-cut hair or waist-length locks, a skilled colorist can tailor the balayage to complement your unique style and hair texture.
3. Is balayage suitable for all hair colours, or is it primarily for blondes and lighter shades?
Balayage is a versatile technique that can be customised for various hair colours, not just blondes and lighter shades. While it is well-known for its ability to create sun-kissed effects on light hair, it can also be adapted for brunettes, redheads, and even dark hair. Darker shades can benefit from balayage to add depth, dimension, and a subtle, natural-looking change without the need for full highlights. Skilled colorists can adjust the balayage method to complement your existing hair colour and desired outcome, making it a great option for a wide range of hair shades.
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