Balayage is already popular among celebs like Sarah Jessica Parker and Jessica Alba because of its casual, rather bohemian style: the look is sun-kissed, outdoorsy and very natural-looking. Its popularity is set to increase even further in the near future, It’s been gaining popularity for the past five years, but in 2012, the trend for balayage will be stronger than ever.

The reason for balayage’s increasing popularity? Society’s elite moving towards a more natural look in hair color, and consequently stepping away from stripy, zebra-like highlights. Elite fashion models, socialites and Hollywood’s brightest stars have lately been embracing the natural look, and of course, where the stars lead, the people shall follow! Think about it – when was the last time you saw a celebrity or model with bold, unnatural highlights?

Aside from its popularity among celebs, one of the greatest things about balayage as a coloring technique is its versatility. Because the hair color is being painted on, you get to choose exactly which sections you want to be lightened, and by how many shades. Whether you want a barely noticeable hair color shift or a dramatic change that will make your friends give a double take, balayage is likely to work in your favour. And best of all, you won’t be forced to visit the salon every month for touch-ups, as the very essence of balayage is in its “grown out” look. You can go longer between touch ups and refreshing.

Balayage is an ideal coloring technique for any kind of lightening, whether you’re after a blonde boost or want to add some caramel tones to your naturally brown hair. Not all salons will have a balayage colour expert on hand, so it’s definitely worth doing your research and calling a few salons to ask in advance. And whatever you do, don’t try it at home: it may look easy while you’re sitting in the chair, but it is definitely one for the professionals.

So if you’re sick of your current hair color and feel the need to lighten up, then why not give balayage a try? Like many celebs and models before you, it might be exactly what you need to boost your hair’s beauty without looking fake and unnatural.

posted: February 16, 2012

Ombre hair color appears to be the hottest trend amongst the celebrities. Walking the red carpet in ombre hair, these celebrities look ravishing in ombre as it looks just perfect as their natural hair color. Ombre hair color trends will continue into 2012 because it is so easy to carry off and gives your hair new dimension also. What kind of ombre will suit you will surely depend upon your hair texture. It also matters how you want it to look depending upon your facial structure and personality.

The word ‘ombre’ is a French word which implies ‘shaded’. In order to achieve ombre hair color a balayage european hand painting technique is used. It works well for those who don’t want to constantly retouch their hair due to their busy schedule.

Ombre hair in 2012 is surely going to make its marks not just amongst the Hollywood celebrities and fashion models but amongst all those gorgeous girls who want to look beautiful in their new fashions. So, if you are wondering what kind of hair color you want for the New Year, go for it.

Ombre Hair Color Features:

In 2011 we saw a wide variety of hair colors which were worth trying. More and more were a perfect combination of dark and light hair color shades. Ombre hair color falls into this category but with a difference. In 2012, this amazing look will continue due to its dazzling looks.

Ombre hair is part blonde and part brown in looks. It is darker at the roots of the hair but lighter at the tips. It is receiving rave reviews by the fashion analysts with some even calling it bronde hair color.

It is basically a hair color of contrast and this is what makes it different and unique from the rest of the hair colors. However what one has to make sure of is that the transformation from dark to light color should appear natural and not mechanical. At first instance it appears to be an easy look but to give it an international appeal is touchy and this is where the role of you hair colorist comes into consideration all the more.

You have to select the right hair color shade for your tresses and the highlighting technique too has to be the most suitable one for you. A perfect analysis is a must if you really want to get the celebrity ombre look. I prefer to paint the highlights by hand to give it a more natural look.

Ombre hair color is one of the most requested looks in my salon due to its high fashion, low maintenance appeal.

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Michael Baxter - Master Colorist / Designer

Bloom Salon Plus 3000 E. 3rd Ave. Suite 33 Denver Co. 80206

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posted: January 31, 2012