A Stunning Transformation: Black Hair to Chestnut Balayage
Do you have dark virgin hair? Many clients fear bleaching their natural hair. Indeed, first-time color feels very scary. Therefore, we want to share a beautiful story today. Specifically, a client wanted a warm chestnut balayage. Thus, we changed her long black hair completely. Let us explain this amazing four-hour process below.
What is a Balayage and Ombre?
First, let us define these popular color techniques. Actually, the French word balayage simply means to sweep. Specifically, we hand-paint bleach directly onto your hair. Therefore, it creates very soft, natural highlight lines. Conversely, an ombre means a dark to light fade. Furthermore, an ombre leaves the roots totally dark. Meanwhile, the bottom ends become a completely solid color. Thus, balayage looks much softer than an ombre. Ultimately, we picked balayage for a highly natural look.
The Safe Bleach Round
Starting the process the client has virgin black hair. Actually, she never dyed her hair before. Therefore, lifting dark hair takes careful patience. Specifically, we used a safe bleach painting method. Furthermore, balayage creates soft sweeps of light. Consequently, we avoided harsh lines near her roots. Thus, the bleach safely lightened her dark strands.
The Warm Toner Round
Next, we needed to fix the raw color. Indeed, bleached dark hair usually looks very brassy. Therefore, we applied a rich, custom gloss. Specifically, we used a warm chestnut toner. As a result, this step canceled any harsh yellows. Moreover, it added a beautiful, glowing brown shade. Ultimately, the toner locked in that perfect warmth.
The Time and Process
Additionally, you must plan your salon day carefully. Actually, this total transformation took around four hours. First, precise bleach painting takes massive time. Next, the lifting process develops very slowly. Furthermore, the toning stage requires extra sink time. Therefore, please bring a good book along. Ultimately, gorgeous hair simply takes patient, skilled work.
Salon Pricing Details
Finally, let us discuss our exact salon pricing. Actually, a chestnut balayage costs €280 without a haircut. Conversely, this exact service costs €320 with a fresh haircut. We highly recommend booking the haircut option. Specifically, fresh layers make the new colors pop beautifully. Plus, cutting off dry ends keeps everything healthy. Therefore, a fresh trim brings the absolute best results.
Ready for Your First Color?
Are you ready for your first big color? Truly, we completely understand your hair fears. Furthermore, our team absolutely loves painting virgin hair.
If you want a fresh balayage, we can help. Indeed, we just need to get you in the salon chair.
Assort Amsterdam
📍 Kerkstraat 99A, 1017 GD Amsterdam
✉️ info.assortams@assort-hair.com
📞 +31 6 15416994
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