Balayage & Ombré
The Balayage Hair Colouring Technique Highlights:
- Natural, Sun-Kissed Effect – Balayage creates a soft, graduated blend of colour that mimics how hair naturally lightens in the sun, avoiding harsh lines.
- Freehand Application – Colour can be painted on by hand rather than using foils, allowing customised colour placement based on hair texture, cut, and desired brightness.
- Low Maintenance – Because the roots are left more natural, regrowth lines are softer, meaning fewer touch-ups are needed compared to traditional highlights.
- Adds Dimension and Depth – It adds movement and texture to your hair, giving you a multi-tonal look.
- Versatile - It can be tailored for brunettes, redheads, blondes, and even those who love experimenting with vibrant, creative shades.
Balayage & Ombré Hair Colour at Gavin Ashley Hair Salon, Bury St Edmunds
Balayage is one of the most popular hair colour trends and the team at Gavin Ashley is highly skilled in creating the latest looks including blonde balayage, red balayage and fashion balayage and ombré.
So what exactly is balayage? It’s a low-maintenance colouring technique where the colour can be either hand-painted in soft, vertical strokes throughout your hair or added in foils. This keeps your natural base at the roots and mid-lengths while gradually lightening towards the ends for that effortless, blended finish. Popular choices include sun-kissed tones, lived-in blondes, soft face-framing highlights, rich red balayage, or even bold, creative colour that our stylists can tailor just for you.
A skin test is required before your appointment. You’ll need to visit the salon at least 48 hours before your colour or tinting service for a quick and free Allergy Alert Test (AAT). The minimum age for colouring hair in our salon is 18.
Book your balayage hair colour by calling our reception team on 01284 754066 or book online.
Balayage Vs Ombré
Balayage provides a natural-looking, sun-kissed hair colour achieved through highlights and is a great hair colouring technique to try if you are nervous about dying your hair or new to colouring your hair.
Ombré is defined as when your hair colour gradually blends from one colour to another. It’s a great way to have fun with hair colour with the dark to light hair colour graduation. You can have the ombré hair colour technique on short, medium or long-length hair.
On-Trend Blonde Balayage
The great thing about balayage is that it can work on everyone – whether blonde hair, brown hair, or red hair. Popular balayage trends are ash blonde balayage and caramel balayage hair and we can create personalised hair colours to suit your face shape and style.
You can have a balayage bob or a mid-length balayage, or balayage for long hair. If you are after long, fairytale hair, we can even create a long balayage hairstyle using hair extensions.
Face Frame Balayage
Not sure whether you are ready to go for a complete balayage look? Then opt for face-framing hair colour instead. Also known as money piece highlights, this popular colouring technique works to contour your facial features and enhance your look. Adding lighter colours can make a narrow face look a little wider, and adding darker shades can give the impression of a slimmer face.
Colour Melt Hair
There are so many types of balayage, including babylights, root melt, root stretching and colour melts which give a rooty, natural finish as well as free-hand balayage highlights for a natural finish.
If you’ve seen a balayage hair colour you love, screenshot and we can discuss how to make it work for you! Balayage hair colour can be as subtle or as dramatic as you wish.
How Can I Fix My Home Balayage Hair Colour Disaster?
We understand the temptation to colour your hair at home, but trust us when we say it’s not worth the risk! Whether your hair has become brittle from over-processing or the colour has not turned out as you wanted, rest assured we can fix your hair colour issues.
We specialise in balayage hair colouring and our hair colour experts will hand paint subtle, highlights throughout your hair exactly where you want them – something that you can not do yourself at home. so, if you find yourself in need of hair colour correction services - visit the specialists at Gavin Ashley.
Book Your Balayage in Bury St Edmunds at Gavin Ashley Hairdressing Salon
Book your balayage hair colour by calling our reception team on 01284 754066 or book online.
Please note: The minimum age for colouring hair in our salon is 18. Although every care is taken to protect clothing and personal belongings during your service, may we respectfully suggest that you avoid wearing light, delicate or bulky clothing and keep belongings tucked under the workstation. Protective t-shirts are available upon request to help further protect clothing from any potential mishaps.
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Do I need a skin test for balayage hair colouring?
«Yes, a skin test is required before your balayage appointment. You’ll need to visit the salon at least 48 hours before your colour or tinting service for a quick and free Allergy Alert Test (AAT). This test ensures you don’t have any sensitivities or reactions to the products we use, keeping your experience safe and comfortable.
To book your skin test, contact the salon and we’ll be happy to arrange it for you!
Read more about skin testing.
How old do I have to be to have my hair coloured?
«The minimum age for colouring hair in our salon is 18.
Is there a difference between balayage and ombré?
«Yes, balayage and ombré are different techniques. Balayage is a hand-painted highlighting method that creates a natural, sun-kissed look with soft, blended roots. Ombré is a more dramatic style with a gradual transition from darker roots to lighter ends, creating a more defined contrast.
How much does balayage cost?
«Your Gavin Ashley stylist will discuss everything with you during your consultation. Our balayage prices vary depending on the stylist level you choose and the exact service you have.
My hair is damaged can I still have balayage?
«Yes, you can still have balayage, but if your hair is damaged, we’ll assess its condition first to ensure the best results. To help restore and strengthen your hair, we offer Customised Kérastase In-Salon Hair Treatments a two-part treatment that works from the inside out using micro-emulsion technology to deliver active ingredients exactly where they’re needed most.
Your stylist will discuss the best approach during your consultation, ensuring your hair is healthy and prepared for beautiful results!
I tried a DIY home balayage and it has gone wrong - can you help?
«Yes, we can help! Our team of colour specialists are experts in correcting DIY balayage mishaps. Book a consultation, and we’ll assess your hair and create a plan to fix and perfect your colour.
Read more about our corrective hair colouring services.