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Guide to the perfect balayage highlights

Have you heard of balayage highlights? Have you ever thought of trying them? Discover the keys to the perfect hair color. If you wish your hair had more body, or you’re simply considering a new look without going to radical, then balayage highlights can be the perfect solution for you. They’ll illuminate your features and make your skin look more tanned.

For added volume

Balayage highlights will add volume to your hair thanks to use of light and shadow. It can offer a very natural finish so you don’t have to worry so much about having to visit your favorite hair salon on quite such a regular basis as it allows to leave a bit more time in between applications when compared to traditional foil highlights.

Prevent frizz

If your hair tends to be dry or is very curly, conventional highlights are not advisable. It’s better to go for some natural balayage highlights which will brighten up your color without necessarity playing-up your curls.

Visagism (personal image)

Balayage highlights can correct facial imperfections if applied correctly. They can give your eyes or mouth added protagonism depending on the way the balayage highlights are applied to the areas around your face.

Colors to choose from

Don’t focus on just blonde tones for your balayage highlights, there’s a much wider range of color options open to you. It’s always advisable to choose a color which is a shade lighter than your own natural color as this will have a brightening effect, or you could even select a variety of tones to create an even more visually striking shade and light effect. So far in 2017 natural brunettes are opting for shades of honey and mahogany which emulate amber or a tiger’s eyes. An amazing tiger eye effect! Will you be giving balayage a whirl this season? And if you’re interested in other articles like “Guide to the perfect balayage highlights.”, or you want to stay ahead of the latest trends, get some daily hair care tips or find out what’s hot in hairstyling, then follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Pinterest.