Even the most conservative girls have long been bored with classic hair coloring. The trend is combination and naturalness. Therefore, for several years now, such types of highlighting as shatush, ombre and balayage have not given up their positions. In our article we will dwell on the latter in more detail and tell you how it differs from the rest.

What is balayage?

"Balayage" is translated from French as "revenge". This word best characterizes the method of applying paint to strands using the balayage technique - it resembles the swing of a broom. Coloring begins approximately from the middle of the entire length, the main emphasis is on the ends. Depending on the task of the stylist, the shades can be contrasting or differ by 2-3 tones, the transitions from one color to another can be either smooth or sharp.

Shatush, ombre and balayage - what's the difference?

Externally, the techniques are very similar; a non-professional will have difficulty distinguishing one coloring from another. The whole secret is in the method of applying paint to the strands. With shatush, combing is used, which creates an air cushion, resulting in a very smooth transition from color to color. The strand is colored unevenly. Balayage involves vertical application of paint, with the ends being completely tinted. That is, as a result, the lower part of the hairstyle stands out more clearly and often contrasts with the color at the roots. Ombre is the closest technique to balayage, but the transition of shades is smoother, several tones are often used.

15 photos “Before” and “After”

Types of balayage for brunettes

The advantage of balayage is that, depending on the tasks of the stylist and individual characteristics and the client’s preferences, by coloring certain strands you can achieve completely different effects.

Full

The most labor-intensive type of coloring, since most of the curls are tinted. The process takes place in several stages: first, the strands in the crown area are lightened, then the middle part is colored, and lastly, attention is paid to the curls near the face.

Average

This method is most reminiscent of shatush and highlighting. Several thin strands are lightened in a chaotic manner, and tone is applied on top. This method is usually used when it is necessary to achieve a natural effect.

On the tips

As you might guess, only the tips are painted. These can be contrasting shades with a sharp transition, or tones that are similar in color, applied in a careless manner. In the latter case, you can achieve the effect of sun-bleached hair.

Photo balayage

2-3 shades are used, the transitions are made soft, but the contrast between the main color and the colored strands is noticeable.

Near the face

Delicate coloring for those who do not want to radically change their image. Adds zest and freshness to the image, emphasizes the oval and facial features.

Gradient

Several colors are involved in coloring, smoothly transitioning into each other. It could be like natural shades, and bright and defiant.

Color

Suitable for bright, extraordinary people. Instead of natural shades, catchy colors are used: red, pink, blue and so on.

Features of the procedure

Balayage suits almost everyone, regardless of hair color and length. The coloring procedure takes place in two stages: lightening and toning. Almost always several shades are used. In this case, the paint is applied in the form of the letter V. The horizontal sides are painted first, and then the ends. If there is a need to update the main color at the roots, it is better to use a shade as close as possible to the original one.

Pros and cons of coloring

Pros:

1. Suitable for any hair length. Unlike the same shatush, for example.

2. Since the roots are not stained, constant renewal is not required, and the effect after the procedure will delight the eye for a long time.

3. The depth of color will visually add volume to the hairstyle.

4. Allows you to disguise beginning gray hair.

5. Without radically changing the color, you can refresh the image.

Minuses:

1. Difficulty of implementation. If dyeing is unsuccessful, the hairstyle can look ridiculous and careless.

2. Since the main emphasis is on the ends, they are most exposed to chemical attack and can begin to split.

Selecting a shade

A good result depends not only on the skill of the artist, but also on a well-chosen shade. The choice of dye will primarily depend on the main hair color. It is also worth paying attention to your color type as a whole.

Balayage for black hair

Although dark hair are considered the most suitable base for balayage; black ones are not so easy to work with. But if you choose the right shades, the effect can be impressive. In order for the transitions to be smooth and the result to look natural, you need to lighten the strands by no more than 2-3 tones. It is interesting to combine ash shades with black hair, but women over the age of 40 need to be careful not to emphasize gray hair. For lovers of naturalness, caramel and nut colors are suitable, for more daring looks - red and copper. To achieve blonde highlights on black hair, it will take several bleaching sessions.

Balayage for brown hair

Walnut and caramel shades look great on brown hair; this combination looks very natural. If you want to emphasize the color, the transitions can be made less smooth and the ends can be lightened more strongly. For brighter and more daring looks, red and copper shades are suitable.

Balayage for brown-haired women and brunettes

“Caramel” is considered a classic shade for brown-haired women and brunettes; if you lighten the ends, you can get the effect of sun-bleached strands. For lighter looks, shades of blonde, golden, beige, and champagne are suitable.

Balayage coloring for medium hair

Coloring will depend not only on the base color, but also on the hairstyle and hair type. We present the main nuances.

With a bang

Dyeing with bangs requires some skill, so this procedure is best done in a salon. Depending on the length of the hair and the tasks, the bangs are either not lightened at all, or only the very edge, or individual thin strands.

For straight hair

On straight strands, coloring is most noticeable, so you need to apply the paint carefully, avoiding chaotic strokes. Natural shades look better on such hair, but the borders of the colors can be contrasting. Photo balayage and gradient coloring look good.

For curly hair

Curls go perfectly with all types partial staining. Waves will only emphasize the depth of color. In addition, the transitions of shades are not so noticeable, so you can safely experiment with tones and methods of applying paint. By the way, curly hair more porous and absorb pigment faster.

To the cascade

Uneven coloring also looks great on cascading haircuts. Since the length of the strands on such hairstyles is already different, even simple tinting of the ends will create interesting transitions.

Balayage hair coloring in the salon: application technique

The procedure is performed in several stages. Dyeing begins from the ends - they are lightened, the intensity depends on the main color of the hair, and the area depends on the length of the curls. Apply lightener to each strand in a V-shape, first on the sides and then on the tip. The duration of exposure will depend on the degree of lightening. Then the solution is washed off and the hair is dried.

At the second stage, a darker paint, closer to the main color, is applied - either from the roots, or with an indentation of several centimeters. After 15 minutes, the master begins to brush the paint down, using the same “sweeping” movements. This way, a smooth transition of shades is obtained, contrast and transition boundaries are removed.

We do the coloring ourselves

The technique is not quite simple, it requires skills and experience in applying paint, but you can still do it yourself at home. Especially if the coloring does not require complex coloring.

How to dye balayage hair at home for yourself

There are several ways to self-dyeing. If your skills and abilities allow, you can use salon method, described above. If not, choose suitable option from those that we will talk about in this section.

Regardless of the technique, prepare everything you need before the procedure: gloves and a protective cape for hair, non-metal containers for mixing, a brush for applying color, a comb-tail, hair clips, foil, lightener and tinting paint. Under no circumstances should you mix coloring solutions in advance; this must be done immediately before application. First, prepare your strands.

Option 1

1. Comb your hair properly, fix the main mass on the top of the head, separating bottom part in the occipital and temporal zone.

2. Mix bleach and dye in bowls.

3. Using a ponytail comb, separate the strand, first apply lightener to the sides, focusing on the tip, then coat the middle with darker dye.

4. Wrap the treated strand in foil or film. Treat your entire head in this way.

Option 2

1. Divide the entire mass of hair into strands and secure with elastic bands, placing them at the bottom one third of the entire length.

2. Prepare a clarifier.

3. Using vertical strokes, apply the bleach to the part of the strand separated by elastic bands, then wrap the ends in foil

4. After 30 minutes (time may vary depending on hair color), rinse off the solution and dry your curls.

5. Raise the elastic bands on the strands two-thirds up.

6. Mix the coloring solution, also apply it from the edges of the rubber bands, smearing from top to bottom and slightly capturing the lightened areas.

7. If necessary, at the end you can paint over the roots with the same paint or a shade darker.

Cost in the salon and for home use

When dyeing, several products are used, the procedure itself is labor-intensive, and sometimes a highly qualified colorist is required. All this affects the cost of the service. With the simplest tinting for short hair, the price will be around 1.5 thousand rubles. The longer the curls and the more complex the coloring, the correspondingly higher the cost. At home coloring you only spend money on tools and paints. Here the costs depend on the brand. But on average, when using a clarifier and one dye, the procedure will cost 800 rubles.

Proper care

Balayage is a delicate type of coloring; however, after it, the hair needs additional care, especially the ends, which are exposed to lightening. Use shampoos, conditioners and masks for colored hair. Try to reduce or completely eliminate the use of hair dryers, curling irons and straightening irons. Oils or products with keratin will help restore damaged ends. Whenever possible, protect your hair from the sun.

This luxurious French technique coloring has captivated fashionistas around the world. Curls look stylish, both loose and on any hairstyle.

Cold balayage looks especially great on dark hair, giving the ends a fashionable silver tint. The color is more suitable for girls with fair skin, emerald, gray or blue eyes. For brown-eyed ladies with olive skin, it is more difficult to choose the right shade, however, a good choice will highlight the natural beauty.

Balayage is a great option for those who don’t have the opportunity to visit a salon often and want to freshen up their look. The changes, in most cases, cannot be called drastic, but coloring will be an interesting, new and modern solution.

How to get a cool shade?

Getting a pearly shade can be called a headache for all dyed brunettes. The ends will contrast if you pre-lighten with professional powder. Using this product, you can easily remove pigment and give your curls the desired tone.

Add purple mixton to the paint - this is a special corrector that carefully gets rid of copper and warm chocolate tones when painting.

The photo shows an excellent example of getting rid of yellowness and getting the ideal tone.

Getting silver is much easier than maintaining it. Under no circumstances use the usual chamomile shampoos and oil for ends. They will wash away all your efforts after a few uses. Buy a professional toning shampoo that neutralizes yellowness.

A color scheme

For owners of dark curls, their own color is an important factor. If it is warm, you will have to apply makeup completely; if it is cold, choose the appropriate tone for the ends.

Balayage for dark hair in cool tones is achieved flawlessly in three stages: lightening the strands, dyeing, toning.

The photo shows that the tinting was done from the roots, there is no hint of a warm shade.

Copper, caramel and honey colors should be avoided. Your ideal paint should sparkle with droplets of blackcurrant and platinum.

Black or ash color, turning into silvery shades of gray hair is an ideal option. For bright, creative people, there is an experimental option - pale pink, blue, lavender on the tips.

What kind of paint is needed for blonde balayage?

In order for balayage on dark hair with cool blonde to turn out bright, you need to buy a ready-made dyeing kit, or select oxide and toner separately in a professional store.

The tube of toner should be chosen carefully. Skip natural tones in favor of cool shades with pink and silver glitter. One tube of oxide and paint will be enough.

For dark hair, you should choose a paste or powder to lighten the ends so that the balayage turns out beautiful and bright.

Technique for applying balayage to hair

For your own balayage you will need:

• Plastic or ceramic bowl for mixing products
• Brush for applying the composition
• Foil
• Wide tooth comb
• Set of rubber bands
• Gloves

Lightening with powder

1. Comb your hair and divide it into 4 zones. Secure them with rubber bands in the place where the transition should be located. If desired, you can increase the number of ponytails to make the hairstyle more interesting.
2. Mix powder and oxygenant according to the instructions on the package.
3. Place a strand of hair on the foil and apply powder from ends to top with a brush.
4. Do the same with the other ponytails, running the bleach along the strands as shown in the photo.
5. After 20-30 minutes, it’s worth checking whether the strands have lightened.
6. Rinse off the mixture and dry your hair.

Cool toning

Before you begin, prepare all the materials, mix the oxide and paint at a ratio of 1:1.

1. Apply dye along the entire length of your hair.
2. Wait 20-25 minutes and wash off with shampoo.
3. Do nourishing mask and dry your hair.

After this coloring, you will not have to visit the salon for several more months, because your hair will be beautiful and attractive, even if the roots grow quickly. Don't forget about proper care!

Recommended for you

Very often, owners of dark hair want to add bright colors to their image, but without resorting to completely dyeing their curls. In this case, stylists and hairdressers offer women and girls various popular techniques for highlighting, toning or coloring. Among this list of services, it is worth highlighting balayage, which will refresh any haircut on dark hair.

Features of coloring

Relevant in the world fashion trends, as well as a successful option for transforming the image for brown-haired women and dark-haired brunettes will be balayage. In a sense, this technique is similar to highlighting curls, so this coloring is often confused with ombre and shatush, however, all these methods of working with hair are different from each other.

Balayage for dark hair of any length looks best in light of the fact that the coloring results make it possible to transform the main shade, as well as revive the hairstyle and haircut. The main feature of this type of painting is the creation of smooth transitions from one shade to another with blurred boundaries, which is the indisputable advantage of balayage.

This feature allows the curls to look as natural as possible, subject to selection natural colors for coloring. Hair shades will shimmer, flowing from basic dark to shades of blonde, copper, mahogany or other colors, which will look equally harmonious on short haircuts or on long curls. This type of strands is obtained through the use of two or three shades when working with hair, which resonate with each other as harmoniously as possible.

The main task of the master is to create a soft gradient along the entire length of the hair or in certain areas, most often the ends or the middle. The selection of operating technology is also a fundamental factor. Today, the following types of balayage are distinguished:

• full coloring, in which the master works with curls by analogy with bronding; during dyeing, several tones of the same color are given priority;
• medium balayage– the principle of such coloring comes down to applying the coloring composition in a chaotic manner;
• dyeing the ends- the most gentle technique among the types of balayage; if desired, you can quickly get rid of the colored ends by shortening the length.

In the first case, “stretching” the color involves lightening a large area of ​​dark hair, and the tonality of the resulting option will differ from the base one by at least three positions. As a result of classic balayage, additional volume is given to the hair, the emphasis in color is on the top of the head and closer to the middle, and the curls framing the face are also dyed.

The last two types of coloring are recommended for a more expressive contrast of the selected shades with the main one. Among the popular options are balayage for dark hair with pink, blue and even green additional color.

For a clear understanding of the characteristics of coloring dark brown, black or brown hair In the balayage technique, you should consider its positive properties:

• coloring is suitable for natural or colored dark curls;
• You can use such services without any age restrictions;
• balayage can be done on short and long hair;
• you can refresh your haircut and base color without radically changing the shade of your strands;
• After the procedure, the hair becomes shiny and the haircut becomes voluminous;
• The painting technique allows you to minimize imperfections in appearance and also cover gray hair;
• balayage is suitable for any hair type and structure;
• coloring does not require frequent correction.

The technology is not without its disadvantages:

• achieving the desired result at home without some experience can be difficult;
• During the work, the master uses chemical coloring compounds that harm the hair.

In the process of manipulating dark curls, hairdressers apply coloring in one of the following ways:

• the entire volume is divided into zones, which are fixed with elastic bands, then the strands are laid out on foil and dyed;
• A styling compound with strong hold is applied to the strands, after which the hair is divided into several parts and dyed;
• Short hair is first combed from the front, after which the ends are dyed.

Popular colors

Most often, women with a winter complexion have brown and dark brown hair. Therefore, stylists recommend that they complement their image with cool tones.

However, brown hair also belongs to the autumn color type, so women and girls with such hair would be better off choosing warm shades, among which copper, gold or caramel should be highlighted. The above recommendations have a general focus, so additional colors are selected separately in each specific case based on the client’s wishes.

Cool shades

As for dyeing dark hair into light but cool options, it is worth considering ash balayage for black or chestnut curls, which will perfectly match light eyes and skin. The ash inclusion looks most beautiful at a length below the shoulders. However, this option is not recommended for women over 40 years old, since such coloring will focus attention on even minor wrinkles.

A suitable haircut for ash balayage for young girls is considered to be a cascade or an elongated bob. Among the appropriate cool shades for brunettes are blondes in bronze or wine shades. Coloring in the palette of autumn fallen leaves is also considered a current idea.

Bright options

Among the expressive tones for balayage, you can choose red colors that will be a good addition to chestnut or black curls. In this case, the master can dye the hair completely copper or red, or highlight only the ends with a contrasting color.

For lighter and more natural changes, brunettes should choose shades of coffee or chocolate. Caramel or coffee strands will create the effect of natural shimmer. Coloring on curled hair will be especially harmonious.

In the category of color shades of paint, the most suitable and relevant, it is worth highlighting balayage with purple or burgundy strands; in addition, black straight hair can be highlighted with the help of blue tips in a smooth color transition.

Among the modern trendy balayage options, the use of pink color is very popular among young people, which looks great on dark shoulder-length curls or on even haircuts with a straight cut of hair.

Bright hues

To shade and highlight dark curls, hairdressers offer a combination of strands with white, light brown or beige. These options will add shimmering shine to your hair. These options will add shimmering shine to your hair. The main thing is when choosing light colors for brown and black hair, follow the technology of smooth flow of colors so that the balayage is gradient and as laconic as possible. In this case, an image of deliberately careless overgrown light strands is created throughout the entire volume of hair or in certain layers of the hairstyle, depending on the haircut.

To add a fresh and modern touch to your look With the help of balayage coloring, you can consider different types of actual coloring.

• For those who are not ready for a radical change in their image and hair color, experts recommend resorting to partial medium coloring. It would be appropriate in this case to use light shades in the hair to give the hair a natural look with sparkling highlights in the strands. This option will be appropriate for any age, the main thing is to choose warm or cool light colors based on the woman’s general color type.

• Brown hair can be beautifully highlighted when using burgundy or cherry balayage. Ideas with rich colors will be appropriate both for emphasizing the ends of the hair and for working with curls along the entire length

• Eggplant and black are a great combination for those who want to stand out with an unusual hair color. Stylists recommend this balayage for girls with a winter color type.

• Dark brown hair is best tinted with amber shades, and the roots can be highlighted with bronze.

• Brown hair can be beautifully colored using bright colors using the technique of applying chaotic highlights throughout the entire volume of hair.

During this coloring, it is worth creating careless curls on the hair, which will emphasize the creativity of the image.

• For straight dark hair, experts recommend highlighting the strands that frame the face. In this case, the selected tone should be 2-3 positions lighter than the main one.

How to do it at home?

The balayage hair coloring technology is notable for the fact that you can do it yourself at home. Dark hair can be dyed in several ways - open or closed technique. The differences lie in the use of foil to wrap the curls in the latter case.

To work with hair at home you will need the following tools and materials:

• brightener and paint, preferably of the same brand;
• foil;
• elastic bands or any other hair clips;
• brush or small sponge;
• container for dye;
• gloves, cape;
• wide-toothed brush;
• shampoo and conditioner from the series for colored hair.

Before dyeing, you should not wash your hair for at least two to three days. This is necessary so that the components of the paint cause minimal damage to the curls.

Let's consider a step-by-step algorithm for independent work.

• To protect your clothing and skin, you should first wear gloves and a cape. Then comb the hair along the entire length with a thin comb.
• The entire volume of hair must be divided into upper and lower parts. Work should start from the bottom, so the upper strands need to be secured with clips or twisted into a bun and collected with an elastic band.
• Next, the lower strands are divided into thinner ones, on average 3 centimeters each. For convenience, they need to be secured with rubber bands.
• The next step is to treat the collected and separated hair with a bleach; you should not lighten the hair under the elastic. In order for the substance to work evenly along the entire length, the strands need to be massaged and wrapped in foil. The bleach should be left on for no more than a quarter of an hour, after which the strands should be rinsed with water.
• Then the dye is prepared in another container, the substance is applied to the bleached strands with a brush, after which the hair is again wrapped in foil. The dye should be left on the hair for about half an hour.
• After time, the composition is washed off from the hair with shampoo; as an additional measure, it is recommended to apply a mask or balm to all curls.

You should dye your hair no more than once every three months, since contact with bleaches and other compounds dries out the hair shafts. Such a break will allow the colored strands to recover after the procedure. To make the result more natural, do not use paint that is too light in color. The optimal choice would be to choose colors that are 2-3 points lighter.

Beautiful examples

Today, long bob haircuts for dark hair are quite popular. To give this look a new twist with balayage dyeing, you can use a bright and cutting-edge shade of pink. This option will look beautiful on radically black hair for girls of autumn and spring color types, adding depth to the image with the help of small curls. In addition, the trendy pink balayage will be the highlight of the hair look for brown-haired women with perfectly even curls with a smooth color transition.

Modern fashion tends to maintain naturalness in the image. All women and girls dream of beautiful hair.

You can add luxury and at the same time naturalness with the help of balayage. The play of colors gives the hair a natural look. The hair acquires a depth of color, and the curls begin to sparkle and shimmer.

Balayage is highlighting done in a slightly different way. The ends of hairs dyed using this method differ in color from the rest of the strands.

Translation into Russian from French The word balayage means to sweep away. When dyeing using this method, the old dye is, figuratively speaking, swept away from the ends of the hair.

After balayage, there is no need to apply makeup often to maintain a neat appearance of your hair.

This helps protect hair from the harmful effects of chemicals. and reducing harm to them. In addition, this allows you to save on visiting the salon.

The result of hair coloring in this way looks more impressive on the hairstyles of those with dark curls. You can experiment with different color schemes , creating the image you like.

For bold personalities, brightness and contrast of the colors used are suitable. For women of a calm nature, it is enough to add only sun highlights to the strands. Romantic girls They prefer honey, gold or caramel colors.

Brunettes should try coffee or chocolate shades. You can add a silver tint or imitation gray hair to blue-black hair.

Those who like to stand out from the crowd prefer shades of aged bronze, autumn foliage or red wine. A bright color will look unusual on your hair.. You can use it to slightly shade the length of the strands or simply color the ends.

Balayage depending on hair color

The balayage technique for dark hair (photo below) is selected depending on the hair color. Coloring can be done either with one color or using several shades.

By using this technique on dark strands, you can create the appearance of thicker hair., while sparse hair acquires additional volume thanks to non-uniformly colored strands. For the second tone, paint similar to the natural color is selected.

The use of contrasting and bright shades will give a woman individuality.

Balayage will also help if a brunette has a desire to feel like a blonde, transforming herself with minimal harmful effects on her hair. In this case, the top of the head remains its natural color, but the rest of the strands acquire lighter tones.

This dyeing method can be used on both straight, wavy or intensely curly hair. After that there is no need to regularly touch up regrown roots, as if you had to do with a radical change in shade.

Variants of coloring results can be compared in the presented photographs of women.

Ash balayage for dark hair

The color of the paint using the balayage technique is selected based on the color type of the woman’s appearance.

The use of ashy shades is suitable for women with more blond hair. On dark strands This color looks much more contrasting. But women who like to experiment may like this option.

The difficulty of such coloring lies in the obligatory bleaching of the ends, followed by the application of an ashy tone.

Attention! If there is a lot of red pigment in the hair, then the desired color may not be obtained, and when applying ash dye, the ends of the curls will acquire a greenish tint. Therefore, it is better to first consult with an experienced specialist on the issue of such coloring.

Red balayage on dark hair

This season, balayage of red flowers on dark hair is the most fashionable trend. Shades range from copper to bright red.

The paint can be applied to the ends of the strands or a smoothly transitional stretch of color is done to approximately the middle of the length.

Caramel balayage for dark hair

The shade of toffee or caramel candies looks natural on the hairstyles of brown-haired women. Natural transition to more light color provides the effect of sun-bleached hair, especially with a smooth transition of shades.

A clear border between colors will look interesting on girls who like to stand out.

Red balayage for dark hair

Applying red shades to dark hair suits extravagant female representatives.

This type of balayage will look more impressive on girls if their hair is colored eggplant.

Gray balayage on dark hair

When dyeing gray ends of dark hair, creating a noble shimmer. This is achieved if stretching of shades is carried out almost along the entire length of the curls. This way you can give your hair a metallic sheen and add naturalness to your hairstyle.

Gray dyeing is best used for hair that does not have a reddish tint.

Balayage highlights on dark hair

Using the balayage highlighting technique allows you to quickly transform your appearance without radically changing the main shade of your hair. Dyeing thin strands with this technique will not only add color variety, but will also visually increase the volume of the hair.

The paint can be selected from the proposed options of the same color or from radically opposite shades. The colors of the paints used for this method of painting may vary. depending on the time of year and individual desire.

Balayage on colored dark hair

If a woman has to wear full makeup, for example, because of gray hair, then this is not a reason to refuse to use the balayage method. By applying paint along the length of the hair, the master gives it visual volume and achieves a unique shade.

Using this dyeing technique, you can create the effect of burnt strands. Of course, such hair will require additional care using masks and balms to soften and heal the strands after the aggressive effects of dyes.

Then, if necessary, for 2-3 months on such hair periodically you will have to carefully apply paint to the regrown roots so as not to spoil the strands dyed using the balayage technique.

Balayage on dark brown hair (photo)

In our country The most common women are those with dark brown hair. It is believed that using the “balayage” technique on such strands can add both harmony and effectiveness to them.

On dark brown hair, this dyeing technique can be used to create from light natural highlights to radically provocative strands. If you look at the photographs presented, you can see the result of such a transformation of women.

Balayage for dark long hair (photo)

This method is used for hair of almost any length and all shades., but it looks most successful on strands of dark colors.

The use of the balayage coloring technique is very long hair creates glare along the entire length.

On hair if desired dark shades You can use paints of contrasting colors that change without stretching. This gives the owner of such a hairstyle individuality.

This method allows the hair long time have a well-groomed appearance, since the procedure does not change the color of the roots. Even if it is not possible to visit the hairdresser often, regrown hair will look beautiful for a long time.

You can compare the results before and after staining in the photo below.

Balayage for medium-length dark hair (photo)

When using the balayage technique on shoulder-length hair, you can create a natural, smooth transition using several colors or one, but with different intensities.

Dyed strands, being close to the face, add color not only to the hairstyle, but also highlight the color of the skin.

That's why When choosing paints, you should also pay attention to skin color. Photos of girls with dark hair after applying paint using the balayage technique confirm this.

Predictions:

Balayage for dark short hair (photo)

The dyeing method in question is intended mainly for hairstyles for medium or long hair, but a skilled hairdresser using this method can add volume and naturalness to short hairstyles.

Here, as well as for long hair, It is recommended to use two shades, to create a more natural look.

Balayage on dark hair (photo): bob

A bob cut done on the hair middle length, looks more impressive after applying balayage.

This dyeing technique is relevant for thin and sparse hair. Using color you can imitate visual splendor.

For women with a bob, curls lightened at the ends will add romance to the look.

Balayage for dark (short and long) hair with bangs (photo)

On hair of dark shades, the dye using the “balayage” method begins to be applied after retreating some distance from the crown. Almost the entire parietal surface of the head retains its primary color.

Therefore, in order not to disturb the intended image, on short bangs no paint is applied. If the bangs are long, then its bottom is also lightened or a shade similar to the rest of the range is applied.

Balayage for dark straight and curly hair: dyeing features

The balayage technique can revive both straight strands and wavy curls. Curls will help hide the sharp transition of colors.

There is no difference in the method of applying dye to straight or wavy hair. The mixture is applied after dividing them into strands, depending on the color transition planned by the master.

Balayage for dark hair at home (technique and step-by-step photos):

Undoubtedly, a master hairdresser will color your hair with high quality. But you can experiment and apply the balayage technique yourself at home.

Knowing the basic techniques of this method will help you achieve the desired lightening of your strands. It is much easier to achieve the expected result if you follow step by step instructions with photos attached to the article.

Required materials and tools

The use of chemical dyes requires caution when working. It is necessary to eliminate the possibility of paint getting on clothing. For this purpose, it is better to use a special oilcloth cape.

If you want to do balayage for dark hair, the photo of which you see, use the services of professionals for the first time.

Besides, you will need:

• glass container for preparing the mixture;
• crest;
• brush or sponge;
• hairpins;
• food foil;
• gloves;
• paints of the required shades.

Step by step guide

Important to remember! Before you start dyeing your hair using the balayage technique, be sure to apply the main dye to the roots, and their ends are blond or lightened with chemical dyes. Only after this stage can you proceed directly to coloring the strands.

You should wash your hair first so that there are no such things left on them cosmetics, like foam, gel or balm, and then lighten the ends.

Balayage dyeing for dark hair, as in the photo, is suitable for hair of any length and any type.

Long hair is divided into equal 4 parts and secured with hairpins. Then each curl is dyed at the ends with the selected shade. You should start coloring the strands from the bottom. Thick hair painted with a sponge.

After the time required for staining has passed, the paint is washed off with water without adding shampoos, and then the hair is treated with balm. After 2 minutes of exposure to the product, the hair is finally washed and dried.

For medium length, a slightly different technique is used:

1. The hair is pulled into a bun at the top of the head and tied tightly with an elastic band;
2. The ends of the strands are treated with a lightening agent;
3. The ends of the hair are smeared with the prepared dye (you must ensure that it does not flow onto the roots).

Medium hair can also be dyed by attaching small ponytails to the back of the head, crown and temples.

For short hair, the procedure for applying dye is simpler. After backcombing, the strands are fixed with varnish, and a small amount of dye is placed in prepared food foil caps. They are then attached to the ends of the hair.

Shatush and balayage for dark hair: distinctive features of the techniques

These techniques have several significant differences.

Using the “shatush” technique, dye is applied to individual strands, while balayage involves applying it to all ends without significant gaps.

Hair after dyeing using the “shatush” technique more closely resembles iridescent natural curls, and balayage provides for a clearer separation of hair shades along a vertical line.

In terms of the duration of preservation of the hairstyle, “balayage” is superior to the “shatush” type., since even regrown roots do not spoil the image conceived by the master, and a repeat visit to the hairdresser can be postponed until a later time.

In terms of complexity, balayage is simpler, and if they wish, girls can handle this on their own. And shatush requires certain skills, so it is better to do it in beauty salons.

Balayage for dark hair: cost in salons

If you don’t want or have the opportunity to do balayage yourself, you should use the services of a professional master.

The cost of such coloring varies depending on:

• salon categories;
• length of dyed strands.

The national average for dyeing this way is short hair will cost about 1500 rubles. If at the time of visiting the salon your hair has reached medium length, the cost of the service will increase by 1000 rubles. To the owners long curls you will have to part with an amount of 3,000 to 4,000 rubles.

Balayage hair dyeing: photo for dark hair

The advantage of hairstyles after coloring with this technique is that It will take less time to get your hair in order, while the appearance will remain interesting and bright for several months.

Thus, you can independently choose the color and type of balayage for yourself, consult with your hairdresser or stylist, and for a long time forget about constantly tinting your hair roots.

In this video you will see balayage on dark hair, photos before and after dyeing.

From this video you will learn how the procedure of coloring using the balayage technique takes place.

This type of coloring lightens the hair by two tones and leaves the crown untouched. The technique is recommended for owners of thin and weakened hair, as it visually makes the hair more voluminous.

Balayage looks good not only on long, but also on short strands. This technique on dark hair perfectly masks gray hair.

Advice! First you need to choose a hairstyle, and then consider the appropriate shades.

Choosing paint for brunettes

Dark hair will be the ideal basis for original highlighting. To create balayage on dull or gray hair, tinting or painting is done first to create a natural color effect.

The choice of paint depends on the type of painting technique:

• Photo balayage is characterized by lightening the ends of the hair along the entire length. In this case, the color is stretched.

The paint color is also selected taking into account the color type of appearance. For the spring type, combinations of amber strands with bronze roots are suitable. The summer color type of appearance will be decorated with a combination of the main ash tone with pearl tips. For winter color, a burgundy shade together with eggplant-colored roots is relevant.

Advice! To create a trendy look, you should pay attention to copper and red shades of paint.

Types of balayage technique

But there are still some features. Dyeing on short strands begins with backcombing. In this case, each strand is raised up and combed at the base of the hair growth so that the ends stick out in different directions. This is done so that the coloring boundaries are not so clear.

When dyeing, do not touch the roots. You can use lightener instead of dye, but it is important not to overexpose the composition on your hair.

Advice! Although balayage is considered a gentle procedure, it still requires special care products for colored hair. It is worth considering that honey lemon juice and cosmetic oils gradually wash out the color.

For long strands

Balayage looks great on dark long hair. It is done in different ways:

• The hair is separated into strands and secured with elastic bands. Foil is placed under the ends and they are painted with a brush. Each curl is placed in foil. In this case, you should distribute the paint evenly to create neat lines.
The ideal basis for balayage are: natural hair

Natural hair is considered the ideal basis for balayage. Special dyes are used for them - blondes, which help change the color by several tones.

A special approach is required in the following cases:

• Black strands should be protected with foil in the root zone to obtain a uniform result. In this case, the paint should not get on unnecessary curls. The length and thickness of the strands is selected individually. You can start with a few centimeters.
• The technique is equally suitable for straight and curly hair. Balayage looks especially gentle on wavy hair, since curls soften the transitions of shades. If a sharp border has formed during coloring, then curls will correct such a defect.
Black strands should be protected with foil in the root zone to obtain a uniform result. In this case, the paint should not get on unnecessary curls.


If highlighting is performed on short strands, then you should choose a suitable haircut option. Some hairstyles are ideal for balayage on dark hair. In the photo you can see options for a bob or graduated bob in combination with the dyeing technique. For medium and long strands, cascading haircut models are suitable.

Advice! Professionals advise that after highlighting, apply the usual non-aggressive paint that is usually used. In this case, you can achieve the effect of iridescent strands.

Balayage at home

You can do stylish and simple highlighting yourself. Coloring in the balayage style is carried out in several stages. Painting is done in several ways: blonding or chemical dyes.




Advice! To ensure a smooth transition, 15 minutes after applying the paint, the strands are combed from top to bottom.

Preparation

To dye using the balayage technique, you need to prepare the following tools:

• Container for paint solution and gloves.
• Fine-tooth comb and hair clips.
• Brush for coloring.
• Lightening and coloring components.
• Shoulders should be covered with unnecessary fabric so as not to stain your clothes. Then the coloring composition is prepared.



Advice! Each dyed row is covered with a film in order to speed up the process of exposure of the coloring composition to the hair.

Dyeing process

To get a smooth gradient between two shades, you should follow certain rules:

• The paint is applied closer to the roots, while maintaining the border with the painted ends.
• After 15 minutes, the composition is swept away from the roots along the entire length to the very ends.
• All movements are performed in the vertical direction.


Coloring using the balayage technique consists of the following stages:

1. The strands are combed and divided into small strands, the thickness of which should be 3–4 cm.
2. Each individual strand is secured with an elastic band, and then the selected section is wrapped on one side with foil.
3. A coloring composition is applied to the selected part, and the strands are completely covered with foil.

The brightener must be applied with a brush. When using paint, it is important to wait the necessary time to obtain the optimal color balance.

Some experts advise applying the paint with a sponge to make the border between the two shades more obvious.

If balayage involves the use of three colors, then the middle of the curls is painted first. In this case, the roots are not affected, and then the transition is made to the tips.

With the help of the balayage technique, owners of dark hair can effectively emphasize their individuality.

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