“Balayage” (Camille Albane, Madrid) Discoloration of gradient that uses three colors from the root to achieve a very natural effect. Barrimore Drew takes effect following its extreme consequences … If you get it, go for the technique
Balayage is already popular among celebs like Gisele Bunchen and Sarah Jessica Parker because of its casual, rather bohemian style: the look is sun-kissed, outdoorsy and very natural-looking. Its popularity is set to increase even further in the near future, says Marie Cain, artistic director at Head Studio in Perth, and previous winner of the L’Oreal Professionel Colour Trophy. “It’s been creeping up for the past five years, but in 2011, the trend for balayage will be stronger than ever,” says Cain.
The reason for balayage’s increasing popularity? Society’s elite moving towards a more natural look in hair colour, and consequently stepping away from stripy, zebra-like highlights. Elite fashion models, socialites and Hollywood’s brightest stars have lately been embracing the natural look, and of course, where the stars lead, the people shall follow.
Aside from its popularity among celebs, one of the greatest things about balayage as a colouring technique is its versatility. Because the colour is being painted on, you get to choose exactly which sections you want to be lightened, and by how many shades. Whether you want a barely noticeable colour shift or a dramatic change that will make your friends give a double take, balayage is likely to work in your favour. And best of all, you won’t be forced to visit the salon every month for touch-ups, as the very essence of balayage is in its “grown out” look.
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