Colour Blocking Balayage
The Colour Blocking Balayage technique is perfect for clients who love bold, dramatic, and vibrant hair colours. Unlike traditional balayage, this method creates a high-contrast effect, making it ideal for artificial tones such as purples, reds, and coppers.
This technique works exceptionally well with vivid pigments because their molecular structure allows for better fusion and longevity compared to natural blondes or muted shades.
How to Achieve the Colour Blocking Balayage Look
1️⃣ Colour Selection
🎨 Choose 2 to 3 complementary shades that transition from dark to light.
🎨 Ensure the selected pigments are compatible to create a smooth fusion.
2️⃣ Application Process
🖌 Step 1: Apply the darkest shade at the roots, covering all hair down to ⅓ of the length, following a reverse balayage technique.
🖌 Step 2: Introduce the lighter shade(s) by blending into the darker colour using a staggered application method to avoid harsh lines.
🖌 Step 3: Once the section is fully covered, smudge and fuse the connecting colours to create a seamless gradient effect.
💡 For a softer transition, use a feathering technique when blending the colours at the mid-lengths.
Why Choose Colour Blocking Balayage?
✨ Ideal for vibrant fashion shades – Works best with bold colours like reds, purples, and coppers.
✨ Perfectly blended contrast – Offers a high-impact look while maintaining a smooth gradient.
✨ Customizable for each client – Can be tailored for soft or dramatic transitions.
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