Balayage is the hand-painted colour technique that gives you that effortless, sun-kissed look without the harsh regrowth lines of traditional highlights. Our freelance colourists at Basekamp Manchester specialise in the technique — no two clients get the same result.
Balayage (French for 'to sweep') is a freehand painting technique where colour is applied directly to the hair in swept strokes. Unlike foils, balayage gives a softer, more natural gradient — perfect for low-maintenance colour that grows out beautifully without obvious roots. Our colourists at Basekamp are trained in balayage and will tailor the placement, tone and depth to your hair type, length and lifestyle.
We're looking for a
Balayage specialist
No stylist at Basekamp currently offers this service — but we're actively looking to add one. If you're a freelance balayage specialist in Manchester, rent a chair with us and start taking clients through our platform.
Looking for this service today?
Browse our full stylist directory — many of our pros offer related services that might be a great fit.
Your appointment, step by step.
-
1
An in-depth consultation and colour mapping session
-
2
A patch test if this is your first colour with us
-
3
Hand-painted colour application tailored to your look
-
4
Processing, toning and a bond-building treatment
-
5
A wash, blow-dry and style to reveal the finish
Prices vary by stylist & hair type
Common questions.
How long does balayage last?
Because there's no harsh regrowth line, balayage can last 3-4 months between appointments.
Is balayage better than highlights?
Neither is better — they just give different results. Balayage is softer and lower-maintenance; foils are more uniform and dramatic.
Will it damage my hair?
All lightening affects the hair, but our colourists use bond-builders to protect integrity and give aftercare advice.
Explore more services.
See every service available at Basekamp, or jump straight to the stylist directory.