Balayage has become the most requested color service in our salons, and for good reason. This hand-painted technique creates soft, sun-kissed dimension that grows out beautifully — no harsh lines, less maintenance, and a look that’s uniquely yours. At Dellaria Salons, our master colorists have been perfecting color artistry since 1966, and balayage is where that expertise truly shines.
Balayage is a freehand hair coloring technique where color is hand-painted onto the hair to create soft, natural-looking highlights. Unlike traditional foils, balayage produces a sun-kissed, blended effect with a seamless grow-out and lower maintenance.
The word “balayage” comes from the French word meaning “to sweep” — which describes exactly how our colorists apply it. Color is swept onto the surface of carefully selected sections, concentrated toward the mid-lengths and ends, leaving a softer, more gradual transition near the roots. The result is dimension that mimics the way hair naturally lightens in the sun.
Because there’s no harsh regrowth line, balayage grows out gracefully. Most clients stretch 3 to 4 months between appointments — perfect for busy schedules.
Hand-painting lets our colorists place lightness exactly where the sun would naturally hit, creating depth and movement that looks effortlessly beautiful.
Every balayage is tailored to your skin tone, face shape, and lifestyle. Whether you want subtle warmth or a bold, bright finish, your colorist designs it around you.
Because balayage often uses less product near the scalp and focuses on surface painting, it can be a gentler option than all-over color for many hair types.
Traditional highlights are applied with foils in uniform sections for an all-over lift, while balayage is hand-painted for a softer, more natural and dimensional result that grows out with less visible regrowth.
Both are beautiful — the right choice depends on the look you want. If you love bright, evenly distributed lightness, our highlights and foiling services may be the better fit. If you want a lived-in, low-maintenance look, balayage is likely your match. Not sure? Your Dellaria colorist will help you decide during a consultation.
Your appointment begins with a consultation where your colorist discusses your goals, assesses your hair, and designs a custom approach. The hand-painting process is meticulous — expect to spend 2 to 3 hours in the chair for a full balayage, depending on your hair length and density.
Many of our clients finish their balayage with a gloss or toner to perfect the tone and add shine. Your colorist will also recommend a home care routine to keep your color vibrant between visits.
Balayage at Dellaria Salons starts at $195 and varies based on hair length and the experience level of your stylist. We use a four-level stylist system — Stylist, Senior Stylist, Master, and Elite — so you can choose the exact level of expertise that fits your needs and budget.
Because balayage grows out softly without a harsh line, most clients only need a touch-up every 3 to 4 months. A gloss or toner refresh between appointments keeps the color looking fresh.
Absolutely. Balayage looks stunning on brunettes — think soft caramel, honey, or subtle face-framing brightness. Our colorists customize the technique for every base color.
Use a sulfate-free, color-safe shampoo, limit washing, protect your hair from UV exposure, and book a gloss every couple of months. Your colorist will give you a personalized plan.
Yes — balayage is a great first color service because it’s low-commitment and grows out naturally. It’s a beautiful way to ease into color.
Ready for soft, sun-kissed color that’s made just for you? Our master colorists at all 21 Dellaria Salons locations across Massachusetts — from Boston’s Newbury Street to the North Shore, MetroWest, and the South Shore — are ready to bring your balayage vision to life.
If a past color didn’t turn out as planned, see our color correction services.
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and rich shine. Typical Timeframe: 2 Hours
refine blondes and brunettes. Typical Timeframe: 1-1.5 Hours
Typical Timeframe: 2.5 – 3 Hours
Typical Timeframe: 3.5 – 4 Hours
Typical Timeframe: 5 Hours
Corrective color refers to fixing hair color mistakes, correcting damaged hair, or addressing color issues built up over time.
Common reasons for needing corrective color include:
The corrective color process often requires multiple steps and may take several visits to a professional stylist.
Service time: ** Requires a Consultation **
Great for: Restoring hair to a healthy, vibrant state.
*Service time can vary depending on the length/density of hair and the stylist’s timing needs.
Shine enhancement, also known as Hair Glossing, is a treatment that boosts the hair’s natural shine and vibrancy.
This is typically an add-on service that prolongs and enhances your hair color. Clear glosses boost shine and definition, while color glosses refresh color-treated hair and combat dullness or brassiness.
Shine enhancement treatments are suitable for all hair types, but they can be especially beneficial for color-treated hair or those looking to combat dullness or brassy tones.
Service time: Approx. 30 mins
Great for: Boosting the hair’s natural shine and vibrancy.
Vivid hair color refers to bold and unconventional shades that go beyond traditional hair colors like blonde, brunette, or red. These vivid colors are intended to make a statement and stand out from the crowd. Some examples of vivid hair colors include electric blue, neon pink, emerald green, and more.
Vivid hair color isn’t just about the vibrant shades themselves; it’s also about how they are applied. Creative techniques like color melting, balayage with vivid tones, or intricate patterns can create unique and eye-catching looks.
Service time: ** Requires a Consultation **
Great for: This is an excellent choice for those who want to break away from traditional hair colors and express their creativity and individuality.
*Service time can vary depending on the length/density of hair and the stylist’s timing needs.
A root retouch with pull through color is a hair coloring technique that combines two processes: a root touch-up and pulling the color through the mid-lengths and ends of the hair. This technique is used to blend the new growth at the roots with the rest of the hair while also refreshing the overall hair color.
The process begins with a root touch-up, where hair dye is applied to the regrowth at the base of the hair shaft, also known as the “roots.” After the root touch-up, the hair color is then “pulled through” the mid-lengths and ends of the hair. This step helps to refresh the hair color, add shine, and ensure an even distribution of color from root to tip.
Service time: Approx. 1 hour 30 mins
Great for: Beneficial for those who want to extend the time between full hair coloring appointments or for those who have hair highlights.
*Service time can vary depending on the length/density of hair and the stylist’s timing needs.
Foils, also known as highlights, are a hair coloring technique that involves sectioning off strands of hair and applying color to those sections using small, rectangular pieces of foil to separate the colored sections from the rest of the hair. This technique adds dimension, depth, and texture to the hair by creating lightened strands that contrast with the base color.
Partial Foil: Partial foil, also known as half-head foil or partial highlights, involve coloring from the crown of the head and framing the face.
Full Foil: Full foil, also known as full head foil or full highlights, involves highlighting and coloring evenly throughout from the top of the head to the nape of the neck.
Service time: : Approx. 1 hour (Partial) 2 hours (Full)
Great for: Partial Foils are best for those who want a more subtle, natural-looking effect or for those who want to add dimension and depth to their hair without committing to an all-over color change.
*Service time can vary depending on the length/density of hair and the stylist’s timing needs.
Face framing refers to strategically placing individual highlights around the face to create a flattering and illuminating effect. Face framing is also a foiling version with less commitment than a partial or complete foil.
For example, placing lighter shades of color around the face can brighten up the complexion and add dimension to the overall hair color. This technique is particularly effective for those with darker hair who want to add warmth and depth to their look.
Service time: 60 mins
Great for: Bringing attention to the features of the face and complementing the overall hair color.
*Service time can vary depending on the length/density of hair and the stylist’s timing needs.
A root retouch color, also known as a root touch-up, is a hair coloring technique that focuses on applying color to the new growth of hair at the roots. This process helps to blend the roots with the rest of the hair, ensuring a seamless transition between the natural hair color and the previously colored hair.
The main purpose of a root retouch color is to maintain a consistent, uniform color from root to tip, which makes it appear as if your hair has not grown out since the initial coloring. A proper retouch routine can also help minimize damage caused by excessive coloring, allowing you to enjoy your beautiful hair color without compromising your hair’s health.
Service time: Approx. 1 hour
Great for: Great for: Maintaining a consistent, uniform color from root to tip, which makes it appear as if your hair has not grown out since the initial coloring.
*Service time can vary depending on the length/density of hair and the stylist’s timing needs.
Balayage is a freehand technique where color is hand-painted onto the surface of the hair for a soft, sun-kissed, dimensional result with a natural grow-out.
Service time: Approx. 2-3 hours
Great for:Low-maintenance, natural-looking dimension with no harsh regrowth line.
*Service time can vary depending on the length/density of hair and the stylist’s timing needs.