Balayage or classic colour? How to choose, honestly
07 November 2026 · 2 min read
The most common question at the colour consultation: “I want something natural, but I don't know what”. The answer depends less on the photo and more on your life.
Classic colour
Uniform colour from root to tip. Covers grey completely and gives an exact, predictable result. Its hidden price: roots show at 4–6 weeks, so you come back often. Right if you want a colour clearly different from your own, or if you have a lot of grey.
Balayage
We hand-paint lighter strands where the sun would naturally lighten your hair. The root stays yours, so regrowth does not show as a line; you can go 4 months between sessions. It costs more up front (3–4 hours of work) and does not cover grey. Right if you want brightness without commitments.
What we ask at the consultation
- When did you last colour and with what? Hair dyed at home in dark shades will not lift in one session.
- How much time do you want to give to upkeep: monthly, or twice a year?
- What is your budget per year, not per session. Balayage often works out cheaper per year.
The colour consultation is free, takes 20 minutes and commits you to nothing. Bring photos, but also patience: we will tell you what cannot be done, too.