Balayage Versus Hair Painting—Which Technique Are You REALLY Using?

Balayage Versus Hair Painting—Which Technique Are You REALLY Using? The terms “balayage” and “hair painting” are often used interchangeably in the salon, but (this may come as a surprise)—they are not the same technique! Keep reading to learn the difference and see if you’re using incorrect terminology with your clients! Blonding expert @lo_wheelerdavis gave us the breakdown on what makes each technique unique. In the U.S., we mostly see hair painting versus traditional French balayage, which is what Lo learned at the L’Oréal Professionnel Academy. Here are two quickie videos using the balayage technique, plus a breakdown for how...