Annan Barber and Hairdresser
Balayage and ombre at Annan Barber and Hairdresser in Booval

Balayage and ombre in Booval, Ipswich.

Hand painted colour with a soft, natural grow out. Planned and priced at a free consultation.

Quick answer

Balayage at Annan Barber and Hairdresser is hand painted colour that grows out softly without a harsh regrowth line. It is priced at a free consultation, because hair length, density and the result you want all change the job.

About our balayage and ombre

Balayage is painted onto the hair by hand rather than placed in foils, so the lightness sits where the sun would naturally hit. The result is soft, blended dimension that grows out gently, which means fewer salon visits.

Ombre is a bolder version, moving from darker roots to lighter ends. At your free consultation we look at your current colour, your history and your goal, then give you a price before we start.

What is included

  • Free colour consultation and price
  • Hand painted balayage or ombre
  • Toner to fine tune the shade
  • Wash and blow-dry finish
  • Aftercare advice

Who it suits

Anyone who wants low maintenance colour with natural movement. It works especially well on mid length and long hair, and on brunettes looking for warmth or caramel tones.

01Step by step

What happens in the chair.

  1. Free consultation

    We look at your current colour, history and goal, then give you a price.

  2. Sectioning and painting

    Lightener is hand painted where the sun would naturally lighten your hair.

  3. Processing and toner

    We lift to the right level, then tone for the exact shade: caramel, honey, beige or icy.

  4. Treatment and finish

    A conditioning step, then a blow-dry to show the blend.

02Compare

Choose the right option.

Balayage vs other colour
TechniqueLookRegrowthRefresh
BalayageSoft, sun kissedVery soft3 to 4 months
OmbreDark root to light endsSoft3 to 4 months
FoilsBright, evenMore visible6 to 10 weeks
All over colourOne even shadeVisible line4 to 6 weeks
03Good to know

What affects your balayage.

The things your hairdresser looks at before starting, and why they change the result or the price.

Starting colour

Darker or previously coloured hair may take more than one session to reach a light blonde.

Length and density

More hair means more product and time, which is why we quote at consultation.

Hair condition

Damaged ends may need a treatment so the colour lasts and stays healthy.

Why book at Annan.

  • Free consultation and price before we start
  • Toner included to fine tune your shade
  • Treatments available in the same visit

Tips from the chair.

  • Use a colour safe shampoo to keep tone fresh
  • A toner refresh between visits keeps blondes bright
  • Book a treatment to protect lightened ends
06FAQ

Balayage questions, answered.

Something else on your mind? Call the studio and ask.

Call the studio
How much is balayage in Ipswich?

At Annan in Booval, balayage is priced at a free consultation so the quote matches your hair length, density and goal.

How long does balayage last?

Balayage grows out softly, so many clients return every three to four months for a refresh.

What is the difference between balayage and foils?

Balayage is painted by hand for a soft, blended look. Foils give more even, defined lightness from root to tip.

Do I need a consultation first?

Yes. Every colour starts with a free consultation, which can usually be done on the day.

Is balayage good for dark hair?

Yes. Balayage on dark hair creates caramel and honey tones without a harsh regrowth line.

Can balayage cover grey hair?

Balayage blends some grey, but for full coverage we may combine it with a root colour.

Book your chair.

Choose a service, day and time online and your slot is locked in straight away. Open 7 days at Booval Fair.