It’s the celeb hair dye trend that’s everyone’s talking about, but what exactly is Balayage?

‘Balayage is a French word meaning “to sweep” or “to paint”‘, explains Howard. ‘It allows for a sun-kissed natural-looking hair colour, similar to what nature gives us as children.’

What is Ribbon Blonde Balayage?

The newest interpretation of balayage: Ribbon Blonde. Originating in Australia (home of the sun-kissed blonde look, obvs), Ribbon Blonde is the ultimate out-of-lockdown transition colour for those who have come to love their natural shade but want to zhush it up a bit.

Infusing tonal ‘ribbons’ of blonde against a darker backdrop, this style of balayage nods to an awareness of how attitudes have changed towards colour upkeep during the pandemic.