Balayage in Surry Hills
Hand-painted, lived-in colour by Samir Samaali, planned around your starting colour and maintenance goals. Gallery images on this page are illustrative placeholders, not verified client results.
323 Crown St, Surry Hills NSW 2010
What Balayage Actually Is
Balayage is colour painted onto the hair freehand, rather than saturated from root to tip or woven into foils. The lightness is concentrated around the face and through the mid-lengths and ends, so regrowth can appear softer than an all-over colour.
During the consultation, placement and the achievable level of lift are planned around your starting colour, hair condition and maintenance goals.
Balayage
Painted freehand. Soft, dimensional, low maintenance. Best for a natural, lived-in result that grows out gracefully.
Foils
Woven and wrapped for maximum lift and precision. Best for all-over brightness, strong contrast or going noticeably blonder.
Full Colour
One shade, root to tip. Best for covering, going darker, or a clean single-tone result. Needs regrowth maintenance every 4–6 weeks.
Living With Balayage
Expect a toner refresh every six to ten weeks to keep the tone clean — brassiness is what makes balayage look tired, not regrowth. A purple or blue shampoo once a week at home holds the tone between visits.
Most clients repaint two or three times a year. That's the whole point: colour that works around your life, not a standing appointment you resent.
Balayage & Colour Prices
| Service | Price | Booking |
|---|---|---|
| Bleach (Short hair)Full-head lightening for short hair, including consultation, lightener, toner and a styled finish. First-time colour requires a patch test arranged in advance.120 min | $160 | Book |
| Balayage (Hand-painted highlights)Consultation, hand-painted lightening, toner and a blow-dry finish are included. The displayed price assumes the booked length and typical product use; extra product or corrective work is quoted and approved before service.120 min | $250 | Book |
| Foils (Short hair)Full head of foils, highlights for short hair. Comprehensive coverage with blended toning and a professional styled finish. The displayed price is for a full head and includes toner and a styled finish. Any extra product or corrective work is explained and approved before service.90 min | $210 | Book |
| Foils (Medium hair)Full head of foils, highlights for medium length hair. Comprehensive coverage with blended toning and a professional styled finish. The displayed price is for a full head and includes toner and a styled finish. Any extra product or corrective work is explained and approved before service.120 min | $250 | Book |
| Foils (Long hair)Full head of foils, highlights for long hair. Comprehensive coverage with blended toning and a professional styled finish. The displayed price is for a full head and includes toner and a styled finish. Any extra product or corrective work is explained and approved before service.180 min | $310 | Book |
Balayage pricing covers standard lengths and density; very long or very thick hair can need extra time and product. Add a note when you book and I'll confirm the timing with you.
A 20% deposit secures your appointment and is credited towards the service total; it is part-payment, not an additional fee. Policy details.
Balayage Questions
How long does balayage take?
Around two hours including toner. Very long or very thick hair can take longer — mention it when you book so your slot is right.
Will I be blonde in one visit?
You'll be noticeably lighter and brighter in one visit. Going from dark hair to very light blonde balayage safely can take more than one session — I'll tell you honestly at the consultation.
How often do I need to redo it?
The paint itself, every three to four months for most people. A quick toner every six to ten weeks keeps the tone fresh in between.
Does balayage damage your hair?
Any lightening stresses hair, but balayage is gentler than a global bleach because it doesn't touch every strand or sit on the scalp. I work to your hair's condition, not against it.
Book Balayage
For a major colour change, start a Colour booking and add your colour history, goal and reference details in the booking notes.