Top Balayage Techniques in Our Hair Salon in Singapore
Top Balayage Techniques in Our Hair Salon in Singapore
Balayage is a highly popular hair service at our hair salons in Singapore. The outcome of balayage typically results in natural-looking, sun-kissed hair. It’s perfect if you want added dimension and depth to your hair. The process usually starts with our hairstylists sweeping the color through the mid-lengths of your hair and blending it towards the ends.
Unlike highlights, the results from balayage look more natural and less uniform. With foil highlights, the highlights are often consistent and start from the roots.
At our salons in Singapore, we use several balayage techniques: Freehand balayage, Traditional balayage, Foilyage, Airtouch, Babylights, Ombre, and Sombre. These techniques are chosen based on the client’s needs.
Our hairstylists often request inspiration photos from clients before starting the service to ensure the correct balayage technique is used. If clients are unsure of what color to choose, we perform a color test beforehand to determine which shades complement their skin tone.
If you’re considering a balayage or want to learn more about it, this article is perfect for you. We cover the various balayage techniques used in our salons, their differences, and how each technique is performed.
1. Freehand Balayage
Hair by Leading Stylist Irene of Kimage Parkway Parade branch
As the name suggests, freehand balayage is a technique where hairstylists apply hair color to different sections of the hair free handedly. The highlights appear less uniform and are seamlessly blended. Additionally, with this technique, our hairstylists at our salons in Singapore typically follow no specific guidelines other than the inspiration photos provided by the client.
2. Traditional Balayage
Hair by Senior Stylist Cherney Lam of Kimage Lot 1 branch
With this balayage technique, the hair color is swept from the middle part of your hair toward the ends. Highlights in traditional balayage are applied by purposefully selecting specific sections of the hair. Similar to freehand balayage, your hair color will appear seamlessly blended and feature a natural-looking gradient.
3. Foilayage
Hair by Junior Stylist Fion of Kimage Marina Square branch
Foilayage is a balayage technique that uses hair foils. It combines the sweeping method found in freehand balayage. In this technique, sections of hair are wrapped in foils to achieve the desired highlights or lowlights and to separate these sections from the base hair color.
4. Airtouch
Hair by Leading Stylist Irene of Kimage Parkway Parade branch
Airtouch is one of our popular balayage techniques at our hair salons in Singapore. This technique uses air to blend hair color seamlessly. Instead of using a comb to tease or backcomb the hair for a natural-looking color gradient, our stylists use a blow dryer to achieve this effect.
5. Babylights
Hair by Senior Stylist Ann Feng of Kimage Marina Square branch
Babylights is a balayage technique ideal for those who want softer and more subtle highlights. This technique features highlights that are darker at the roots and gradually lighten towards the ends of the hair.
6. Ombre
Hair by Leading Stylist Irene of Kimage Parkway Parade branch
Ombre is a balayage technique that uses 2 to 3 hair colors. With this technique, the hair color usually appears darker at the roots and gradually transitions to lighter shades towards the tips of the hair.
7. Sombre
Sombre is a milder version of ombre. With this balayage technique, hair colors are seamlessly blended to create a gradient, but the result is more toned down compared to ombre. If you are unsure whether you want to go for ombre or sombre, our stylists at our hair salons in Singapore offer a complimentary consultation to give you advice.
Answering your questions about Balayage Hair
1. How much is balayage in your hair salons in Singapore?
Our balayage hair service by senior stylists costs:
Highlights / Balayage (without bleaching) - $180 to $260
Highlights / Balayage + 1 round of bleaching - $220 to $320
Our balayage hair service by Junior Stylists costs:
Highlights / Balayage (without bleaching) + Haircut - $140 to $180
Colour + 1 round of bleaching + Haircut - $180 to $240
Colour + 2 rounds of bleaching + Haircut - $220 to $300
2. What is balayage vs highlights?
The highlights you get from balayage are natural-looking and seamlessly blended, while the highlights from foil highlights look more consistent and uniformed. Regrowth lines are less apparent with balayage and more apparent with highlights over time. Additionally, with balayage, you don’t have to worry about color bleeding, where some areas of the hair get affected by bleach from the highlights.
3. How long would a balayage last?
Ideally, balayage lasts for 3 to 4 months, but this depends on how you maintain it and the products you use daily. We recommend using sulfate-free shampoo and conditioner to preserve the hair color, reduce the chances of fading, and keep the hair moisturized. You can check out our eShop for hair care products for colored hair
here.
4. Where are your hair salons in Singapore located?
Our hair salons in Singapore are located at Northpoint City, Parkway Parade, Tampines, Toa Payoh, Marina Square (Kimage Cove), Tiong Bahru Plaza, Lot 1 Shoppers Mall and Bukit Panjang Plaza.
5. How can I book an appointment at your hair salon in Singapore?
To book an appointment with us, visit https://www.kimage.com.sg/book-an-appointment. Select your preferred branch, enter your details, choose a stylist, and select a timeslot to secure your appointment.
Ready to get your balayage at our hair salon in Singapore?
If you're looking for a hair salon in Singapore and a personalized hair colouring experience, our hairstylists are here for you. Established in 1994, we are a boutique hair salon chain renowned for enhancing individual personalities through expert hairdressing. With nine outlets across Singapore and a team of skilled hairdressers, we offer a wide range of services, including
hair colouring, treatments, perming, and straightening.
At Kimage, our experienced stylists take the time to understand your preferences and skin tone to recommend the perfect hair colour for you. If you’re looking for a subtle change or a bold new look, we provide a comfortable and professional environment to help you achieve your desired style. Plus, we often have some of the best hair colour deals here in Singapore, so you get top-notch quality without breaking the bank.
Visit Kimage Salon to schedule an appointment here and discover the perfect hair colour that complements your skin tone and personal style.
