Balayage & Freehand Colouring

Our one-day Balayage & Freehand Colouring course teaches you how to create soft, natural-looking colour using modern hand-painted techniques. Balayage is the perfect choice for clients wanting a sun-kissed, low-maintenance look with seamless blending and natural dimension.

What You Will Learn

• Professional freehand balayage application techniques
• How to create soft, blended lightness from root to ends
• Placement techniques to complement different haircuts, skin tones, and facial features
• How to achieve both subtle natural finishes and brighter “lived-in blonde” looks
• The difference between open-air balayage and foil/film development techniques
• How to customise tones and depth throughout the hair for a more natural result
• Speed and efficiency techniques compared to traditional foil highlighting
• Client consultation skills and colour planning
• Maintenance schedules and how to create low-maintenance colour for clients
• Safe lightening methods to protect the condition and integrity of the hair

Students will also gain an understanding of colour maintenance and aftercare, including how balayage allows for softer regrowth and longer periods between salon appointments, typically every 3–4 months.

By the end of the course, you’ll be confident in creating beautifully blended balayage results while understanding how to maintain healthy, glossy hair with minimal damage and maximum impact.