Highlights versus balayage

What's the difference between a balayage and highlights? Why are balayages more expensive than highlights? Aren't balayages and highlights the same thing?! Get the answers to these questions and more.

We asked pro hairstylists to break down the differences between balayage and highlights, including how to pick between the two.

Balayage vs ombre, so what is the difference between these popular treatments that are often confused as being similar? Let us discuss these techniques in a greater detail. #haircolor #balayage #ombre

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Would you be getting a full or a partial balayage? The kind of full balayage you want to achieve influences the hair colorist’s approach. They can opt to saturate the surface of each section or brush in short strokes. It would take a while because the stylist would have to work through each section. You can save time in the salon when you request a partial balayage. There is less hair to color or lighten. Since only small chunks of your hair would be treated, you will generally finish early.

Trying to decide between Balayage and Highlights for your next hair transformation? There are many factors to consider, including your hair type and desired results. Whether you want an on-trend color or something more classic, I’ll walk you through the differences between Balayage and Highlights, so you can make an informed decision on which is right for you. As a former stylist behind the chair, I have walked many of my clients through this very thing.