The V Balayage Technique—Tips For A Perfect Application

Must-Know Tips When Following The V Balayage Technique

There is A LOT that goes into perfecting how to balayage hair—and L’Oréal Professionnel colorist Nancy Braun knows exactly how to help. We’re breaking down her tried and tested V balayage technique below, so take notes so you can perfect this game-changing color service and create a gorgeous diffusion of color for your balayage clients.

V Balayage Technique Application: Must-Dos

• Use a 1-point, 2-point (V) or 3-point (W) application process (shown in the photo above). Why? The point, whether you’re using a 1, 2, or 3-point method, will always create a graceful grow out. 

• Determine the working section, apply the lightener starting between the root and midlengths and then feather it up toward the root to create the point. Remember that feathering the lightener upward allows for a soft diffusion of color.

• After the new growth and points are created, start applying more product at the midlengths through to the ends.

• Keep the product consistent, blended and surface-level until reaching the last two to three inches of the hair. Then push the product through to saturate thoroughly.

How To Apply Balayage: Tips For Success

• Pull the hair very taut in order to get the lightener as close to the scalp as possible without actually touching the scalp when creating points.

• Be mindful of how even and consistent the product is when applying it. Pushing the product on too heavy in certain spots can create unwanted marbleizing in the end result.

• Know your product. Nancy says clay-based lighteners can dry on the hair in certain areas and stay wet in others, which can create inconsistencies.

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