Balayage hair is great for when you want your hair to look naturally sun-kissed, but do you know how difficult it can be to achieve the perfect balayage look?

Balayage hair is a trendy, low-maintenance way of styling your locks that can be easily customized based on your personal preferences. The balayage effect gives the illusion of naturally sun-kissed hair without having to spend hours in the salon or expose yourself to harmful UV rays.

But achieving this look isn’t as simple as just asking for some highlights—it can be difficult to get right! We’re going to break down some techniques and best practices so you can nail it every time.

Get the perfect balayage effect with your own DIY balayage kit.

A balayage kit is exactly what it sounds like: a kit that includes the tools and products you need to achieve a professional-looking balayage look. You can buy them online or in a beauty store, and they come with everything you need to create the perfect tonal gradient in your hair. The kits typically include a lightening/toner (which helps prepare the hair for dyeing), developer cream to activate the dye, gloves and applicators, shampoo, conditioner and much more!

If you’re hesitant about trying this technique yourself at home because there are so many steps involved with getting your color just right—don’t worry! There are plenty of tutorials on YouTube that show how easy it can be when following along with someone who knows what they’re doing!

First, you will want to prep your hair.

• Wash and dry your hair in advance. A few days before you plan to have the balayage done, wash your hair as you normally would (with shampoo and conditioner) but don’t use any heat tools like blow dryers or flat irons on it. Instead, let your hair air-dry until it is completely dry and styled however you like it. This will ensure that the color doesn’t fade or become too light when wet before your appointment.
• Apply petroleum jelly around the hairline before getting started with coloring. Petroleum jelly helps prevent staining on skin that may occur with this process, which can be especially important if you are planning on going into public soon after getting balayage done because stains left behind can look less than beautiful!

Next, you will want to choose what color you will dye your hair.

Next, you will want to choose what color you will dye your hair. When choosing a color, make sure it’s one or two shades lighter than your natural hair color. If you have darker hair, go with a slightly darker shade of balayage. If you have lighter hair, go with a slightly lighter shade of balayage.

If this seems like too much pressure for one decision—and it is!—then here are some options from us: Olive Green has been trending recently and looks great on people who already have blonde or brownish tresses. Also try Lilac, which looks especially pretty against dark bases and can also be used as an accent for other colors (think reds). And finally Plum is another great option that won’t overpower any existing highlights in your locks.

Then, it’s time to paint. Simply apply color or bleach with a brush in fine strokes starting at the roots and ending at the tips of your hair.

Now, it’s time to paint. Simply apply color or bleach with a brush in fine strokes starting at the roots and ending at the tips of your hair. Don’t be afraid to start on top of a section and work down; this will help you avoid creating an uneven finish.

After this, wrap your hair in foil and leave it like that for 30 minutes.

After this, wrap your hair in foil and leave it like that for 30 minutes.

If you want to keep the balayage look going, do a strand test before applying any heat to make sure the color will come out right. If you’re not satisfied with how it looks on your hair, it can be fixed with just one wash — no need for touch-ups!

Lastly, rinse out your hair and style as usual! If you notice any clips of color or spots that didn’t get as much attention as others, feel free to go back in and touch up.

Lastly, rinse out your hair and style as usual! If you notice any clips of color or spots that didn’t get as much attention as others, feel free to go back in and touch up.

If you mess up, don’t worry—just relax and try again. There are plenty of faux balayage products out there that will help you achieve a similar look with less effort on your part.

Balayage is a great way for anyone to get that beautiful sun-kissed look without having to worry about their roots!

If you are looking for a sun-kissed look, balayage is the perfect solution. Since your hair will be highlighted by hand, there’s no need to worry about roots showing through when your color begins to fade.

You can also do balayage at home! It’s easy and affordable and you’ll save so much time and money by not having to visit the salon every six weeks. Plus, it’s easy enough that even if you have never done it before, you will still be able to get the results that you want with no problems whatsoever!