Balayage and highlights are both used to add color to the hair, but they are different types. Therefore, if you are also confused about hair color, then here you can understand both Balayage and Highlights in simple words and change the color of your hair as per your choice.

In this article we are explaining in detail about balayage and highlights -

To keep your hair beautiful and maintain its color, apply Bhringraj oil and click on the blue link to buy it.

  1. What is the difference between balayage and highlights?
  2. Balayage vs Highlights: What do you need to know about both?
  3. What to choose between balayage and highlights?
  4. Takeaway
Doctors for Balayage Vs Highlights: What’s The Difference

Balayage and highlights are different techniques for coloring hair. Balayage is a French word, meaning sweeping. During the hair balayage technique, any part of the hair is colored, so that the hair can be given a natural look. Whereas, during hair highlight, parts of the hair are used and the hair is colored with the help of aluminum foil. During this, it is kept in mind that the colors to be highlighted should appear lighter than the natural color of the hair.

(Read More - Best Hair care tips)

The doctors of myUpchar after many years of research have created myUpchar Ayurveda Kesh Art Hair Cleanser by using 100% original and pure herbs of Ayurveda. This Ayurvedic Hair Cleanser has been recommended by our doctors to over 1 lakh people for multiple hair problems (hair fall, gray hair, and dandruff) with good results.
Hair Cleanser
₹494  ₹549  10% OFF
BUY NOW

Important information related to balayage and highlights is as follows -

How to apply balayage and highlights

During balayage hair color, hair is colored with freehand technique. In this, color can be applied to any part of the hair. At the same time, during hair highlight, the hair is carefully divided into different parts and then the hair is colored.

To maintain good hair color, do not forget to use dandruff shampoo, which is available online at the best offer.

Results of balayage and highlights

In balayage, the colors are mainly applied to each part, so that the part below can become darker. At the same time, during highlights, the hairstreaks are colored so that the hair color can be contrasted.

Our team of hair experts has prepared biotin tablets for hair strength. Just go to Blue Link and buy it.

Balayage and Highlights Hair Care

Balayed hair requires less care than highlighted hair. At the same time, it is necessary to get regular touch-ups of highlighted hair, so that the hair can look attractive.

Click on the blue link now to buy hair growth serum beneficial for hair.

Coloring hair according to the face

Balayage hair color is done keeping in mind the facial structure. At the same time, special care is not taken of the face structure during highlights.

(Read More - Hair Care Products)

Balayage and highlights time

Normal balayage can take at least 45 minutes. If your hair is long or thick, it may take more than 45 minutes. At the same time, getting hair highlighted may take 1 to 3 hours or more time for thick hair. Keep in mind that balayage or highlights can be done on any type of hair, thin or thick.

Note: Here we have not discussed the prices for getting hair balayage and highlights done, because both depend on the length of the hair.

(Read More - Hair care in winter)

Getting your hair colored depends on what you like, but keeping the following points in mind, you can choose balayage or highlights -

Balayage hair

  • Prefer less color in my hair.
  • Hair has never been colored before.
  • Have to take less hair care.
  • Hair color should be according to the face.
  • A natural gray color appeared on the hair.

Highlighted hair

  • Do you like any particular color on your hair?
  • Want a uniform hair color with multiple shades for a natural look?
  • To do regular touch-ups and hair care from time to time.

(Read More - Hair Care Mistakes To Avoid)

myUpchar doctors after many years of research have created myUpchar Ayurveda Kesh Art Anti-Hairfall Shampoo by using 100% original and pure herbs of Ayurveda. This ayurvedic shampoo has been recommended by our doctors to over 1 lakh people for hair fall, gray hair, baldness, itchy scalp, and dandruff with great results.
Anti-Hairfall Shampoo
₹494  ₹549  10% OFF
BUY NOW

To color your hair, you can choose balayage or highlights. Along with this, we also want to make it clear that coloring hair can be harmful. Therefore, think carefully before getting your hair colored and then get balayage or highlights done.

(Read More - Tips to Grow New Hair)

Dr Shishpal Singh

Dr Shishpal Singh

Dermatology
5 Years of Experience

Dr. Sarish Kaur Walia

Dr. Sarish Kaur Walia

Dermatology
3 Years of Experience

Dr. Rashmi Aderao

Dr. Rashmi Aderao

Dermatology
13 Years of Experience

Dr. Moin Ahmad Siddiqui

Dr. Moin Ahmad Siddiqui

Dermatology
4 Years of Experience

Read on app