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Balayage on Black Hair in Abingdon | Didcot | Wantage | Oxfordshire

Balayage on Black Hair in Abingdon | Didcot | Wantage | Oxfordshire

Opening in 2018, our space is now one of the busiest. Our creative team are celebrated for their signature haircuts, hair colour, perms, blowdries and more.

📞 CALL: 01235 534705
new-post EMAIL: [email protected]
marker 4 EAST ST. HELEN STREET, OX14 5EA

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Balayage on Black Hair in Abingdon

Balayage on black hair is a really delicate skill and a specialised technique few stylists are ever able to really master.

Black hair can be virgin or coloured. It’s unique as the darkest shade, yet notoriously difficult to colour full stop. We understand the uniqueness of black hair and offer balayage tailored to darker hair shades designed to compliment skin tone and eye colour.

For all transformative hair colours including balayage on black hair, we would love to hear from you!

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Balayage on Black Hair FAQ's

What is a balayage on Black Hair?

A balayage on black hair is just like any balayage, it just requires greater patience and in some cases over a number of appointments in order to achieve the perfect colour. In many cases, achieving significant lightening to attain lighter colours in a single session is often not feasible.

Ultimately the equation is this; integrity of hair (the health of our hair or how it feels against the colour you want). If the colour can be achieved yet the hair is damaged in the process, then the colour won’t be achieved in one appointment. Consider this a gradual process over time. In summary bleach can be applied for ‘up to’ one hour (rather than one hour in every single scenario). Bleaching black hair to reach much lighter shades usually requires multiple sessions to achieve more desirable shades against black hair..

How difficult is balayage on black hair?

In short, quite. Balayage on black hair can present challenges due to its natural dark pigmentation. Colour goes though stages of lightening so in most cases black hair when lightened will go red or orange.

Hair history significantly influences the process too. If there’s existing colour, especially from home dye kits, it can complicate the lightening process. You can ‘remove’ previous hair dyes to help the process, however in most cases it can cause other issues most notably the condition of hair and in most cases it can increase costs.

What colour balayage can I expect on black hair?

If you’re considering a balayage on black hair, it’s important to set your expectations low for the first appointment. Realistic colours are reds, coppers and in some cases brown the first time having a balayage on black hair. Whilst  Balayage applied in these tones can create a soft and natural transition, offering a subtle change from your black base while enhancing depth and richness.

Consulting with your stylist is you have black hair is really important and they may undertake aa strand test before to help determine the best course of action.

What is the downside to balayage on black hair?

Two things; the transition could be over a number of appointments and if it is, it will be costly. Results if coloured using home-dye kits can introduce unpredictable outcomes too due to number of previous home dye applications, what was used, condition of hair and texture.

That’s not to suggest that it isn’t impossible! Most Hair Stylists would want to touch, feel, understand the history of the hair before performing any colour work on darker hair.

What does a balayage on black hair cost?

Balayage on black hair poses unique challenges. Many black hair colours come from home dye kits, making lightening much less affordable and higher maintenance. Achieving most likely will require multiple appointments. Having said that, clients with natural black hair usually incur slightly lower costs due to a refined process. However both options are likely still higher due to the number of appointments required.

The cost will depend on the number of appointments required. Each appointment will likely cost in the region oof £200 with an average of 2 to 4 sessions needed if the objective is to achieve a much lighter colour. For very warm shades, one appointment might be sufficient.

Some examples of our Balayage work

Some examples of our Balayage work

Opening in 2018, our space is now one of the busiest. Our creative team are celebrated for their signature haircuts, hair colour, perms, blowdries and more.

📞 CALL: 01235 534705
new-post EMAIL: [email protected]
marker 4 EAST ST. HELEN STREET, OX14 5EA

Opening Times

Tuesday
First Appointment
Last Appointment

Wednesday-Thursday
First Appointment
Last Appointment

Friday
First Appointment
Last Appointment

Saturday
First Appointment:
Last Appointment:


10 am

3:30 pm


11:30 am

7:30 pm


10 am

6 pm


9 am

4:30 pm

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Your Questions,
Answered.

Appointments for Balayage can be easily scheduled through various channels at Wisteria Avenue.

Many clients prefer the convenience of online bookings, available at www.wisteriaavenue.co.uk/bookings. Booking online not only efficiently schedules your appointment but also allows for a skin test and comprehensive consultation.

Alternatively, a telephone call is another popular method. We’re available Tuesday to Saturday during our regular hours at 01235 534705. Email inquiries are also welcome at [email protected] (please provide a contact number in your email).

For WhatsApp users, simply create a contact with our landline number 01235 534705 to send a message regarding your booking inquiry to Wisteria Avenue.

Every hair colour service, whether it’s balayage or not, requires both a skin test and consultation. These essential steps ensure the safety of the colouring process and ascertain its suitability for your needs.

Consequently, a consultation ensures you select the optimal service tailored to your preferences. Occasionally, clients book services that might not align with their requirements, and a consultation helps shed light on the best options.

Balayages aren’t the same for every client.

We don’t expect clients to know the terminology of every type of balayage! However, pictures always help. If you have a vision in mind, we encourage you to bring this with you to your consultation.

Usually the differences between balayages don’t affect the price too much. For example, the ‘money piece’ is a popular addition right now. This is a great option yet doesn’t affect the price.

Balayage techniques vary depending on each client.

We don’t assume clients to be familiar with all balayage terms! However, visual references are invaluable. If you have a specific look in mind, we highly recommend bringing pictures to your consultation.

Typically, the variations in balayage styles don’t significantly impact the pricing. For instance, the ‘money piece’ trend is currently popular and is a fantastic addition that doesn’t alter the pricing.

We occasionally run promotional offers and discounts for select hair colour and haircut services. 

These often carry a timeframe before they are invalid and are at the discretion of the salon.

Usually these do not run across December, however if you are unsure please check with the hair salon before booking.

All our Stylists are at least 10 years qualified.

Our consultations typically help to indicate whether what you are looking for is both achievable and deliverable in one session.

Part of the value of a consultation is to better understand what your hair looks like in person, how it feels when touched and what the history of the hair is.

Sometimes discussing outcomes is more helpful when helping clients to understand what work is needed and what is required to achieve your hair goals.

It’s possible, though much of the time your Stylist won’t be able to provide accurate answers to questions around colour until they can understand how it feels, what it looks like and what the history of the hair is.

Want to know more about a Balayage on black hair?

Want to know more about a Balayage on Black Hair?

Complete the below and a staff member will contact you at the earliest opportunity with further information about our balayage appointments. Any questions, call or send a WhatsApp to the salon on 01235 534705 or book your appointment online.

Balayage on black Hair Consultations

Balayage on Black Hair Consultations

As one of the best balayage on black hair salons near me in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, we would love to discuss your plans with you! To book your hair appointment or consultation, get in touch with Wisteria Avenue Hair Salon by booking online or calling us on 01235 534705. 

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