Balayage · Ombré · Color melting
Balayage in Waxhaw, painted by hand.
Soft, sun-kissed dimension placed freehand, so it grows out without a harsh line. It's a low-maintenance luxury color for busy schedules.
Why balayage
Lived-in color that looks expensive for months.
Balayage comes from the French word for "sweeping." Instead of lining foils up in rows, your stylist paints lightener by hand where the sun would naturally hit. The result is brightness with depth at the root, so regrowth blends in and you can usually go longer between appointments than with traditional highlights.
Pair balayage with a tone & gloss to fine-tune the shade, whether that's a cool beige blonde, a warm honey, or a rich bronde for brunettes who want light without going fully blonde.
- Hand-painted placement built around your haircut and part
- Soft root and seamless blend
- Plant-powered Aveda color
- Beautiful on brunettes and blondes alike
Choose your look
Balayage, ombré, or a color melt?
Balayage
Freehand ribbons of brightness from mid-length to ends. The most natural, sun-kissed dimension.
Ombré
A deliberate dark-to-light fade, darker at the root and brighter at the ends. It's bolder than balayage.
Color melting
Shades blended with no visible line where one ends and the next begins. Beautiful on long hair.
Not sure which one you want? Bring two or three inspiration photos to your appointment, or book a consultation first. We'll tell you honestly what your hair can do. Read our balayage vs. highlights guide.
How your appointment works
Listen. Create. Renew.
Consultation first
We talk through your goals, your hair history, and how much time you really spend styling. You get your price before anything begins.
Crafted for your hair
Your stylist builds the formula, placement, or shape around your hair, using Aveda's plant-based products.
Leave with a plan
You'll know how to style at home, which products will keep your color true, and when to come back so the look stays fresh.
Pricing
Balayage & Ombré menu
Starting prices by stylist level. Your stylist confirms an exact quote at consultation, before we begin.
Starting prices; your final price depends on length, thickness, and the work needed. Full menu & price notes · Policies
FAQ
Questions, answered
How often do I need to refresh balayage?
Because the root stays soft, balayage usually grows out gracefully and can go longer between visits than foil highlights. Your stylist will recommend a schedule for your hair and goals.
Does the balayage price include a haircut?
No. Balayage, ombré, and color melting prices don't include a haircut or blowout.
Is balayage good for dark or brunette hair?
Yes. Balayage can add caramel, bronde, or toffee dimension to brunette hair without going fully blonde.
How much does balayage cost in Waxhaw?
At LuLu, partial balayage starts at $133 and full balayage at $153 with a junior stylist. With a senior stylist, they start at $153 and $173. Your exact price depends on length and thickness, and we confirm it before we start.
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