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It’s about technique versus effect.
After all, getting rid of built up brassiness or covering up grown-out roots offers a unique satisfaction.
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To better understand the differences between thesehair coloring techniques, we tapped three professional colorists.
Meet the Experts
What Is Balayage?
And all three experts agree: Balayage creates far more natural-looking results than traditional highlights.
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Benefits of Balayage
Longevity is a major benefit when it comes to balayage.
Since the color is not directly on the scalp, any new hair growth blends in seamlessly.
As a result, its fairly low maintenance and less damaging on the hair.
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Balayages customizable nature is also quite compelling.
Josh warns that balayage touch-ups can wreak havoc on your ends.
That being said, a smart stylist would mention this or suggest another technique in such a case.
What Is Ombre?
Ombreisnt so much a technique as it is an effect.
Its also only realistic for individuals with either virgin or previously lightened hair.
The difference in word usage here is key: Balayage is ahighlighting techniquewhile ombre is ahair color effect.
As a result, anombrestyle requires more color (and therefore creates more hair damage) than balayage does.
Why Should I Choose Balayage or Ombre?
However, don’t use balayage and ombre interchangeablythey’re very different techniques.
Do you prefer a subtler, more natural and dimensional look?
You might go for balayage then.
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