It’s the big comeback of balayage with lots of highlights

The art of balayage has been successful in recent years, it is an extremely natural result, as if the hair has been exposed to the sun. A mixed effect that is delicately developed and ensures the loyalty of many women to salons that succeed in this bet. But now, it seems that balayage with very high highlights, in the spirit of the 2000s, is making a comeback. The ambassadors of this renaissance? Angelina Jolie, Amal Clooney and especially Selena Gomez.

Three brunettes who opted for blonde or honey balayage. “It depends on the person’s base hair color and the shade of blonde chosen. However, balayage can be adapted to different shades and hairdressers can adjust the technique accordingly. So it remains available on all colors, diagnosis will be the key to success in this service,” explains Vanessa Gianni, expert trainer at Jean Louis David.

All that’s left is to know what to ask your hairdresser to try this 2024 version. “We’re really between traditional highlights and balayage, so we can ask for a partial balayage with more pronounced highlights,” continues the expert, who insists it’s important to pay attention. consider several elements for a successful outcome.

“The chosen shade of blonde should match the skin tone and the main hair color.” It is also important to play with the width of the threads. “Again, this will depend on the density of the hair and the desired effect. Wider threads can create a bolder look, while finer threads create a more subtle effect,” explains Vanessa Gianni, who also suggests making her expectations clearer with references (such as celebrities and social media). After the transformation is complete, daily care is also very important to maintain the hair color and health with proper care. “It is important to use special hair products and avoid excessive sun exposure, as you risk seeing a change in color. Finally, we do not hesitate to consider periodic touch-ups in the hair salon to keep the balayage fresh,” concludes trainer Jean-Louis David.

The ability to fully embrace this 2000s spirit also works when choosing bolder shades, like singer Nicole Scherzinger and Kristen Stewart, who chose red or copper tones. Real hair bias.