Whoever said blondes have more fun, has clearly never been a beach brunette. Kissed with tones of bronze and flecks of golden blonde, this summer sees dark hair take on a lighter, looser and more laid back vibe. Savvy colourists have long used balayage techniques (it’s not just for blondes you know!) to break up glossy heads of brunette hair with chunky streaks of bleach, but it’s not a look that suits all. Now, thanks to a fresh approach and the likes of Chrissy Teigen and Lily Aldridge to inspire us, brunette balayage is softer, prettier and beachier than ever before. “The secret is to finely blend subtle toned colours through the ends of the hair using a balayage method,” explains Marco from Marco Carola Hair and Beauty. “I’d recommend the Goldwell Silklift system as it is ammonia free and conditions the hair as it lightens. Olaplex is also a great option for restoring shine to previously colour treated hair.”
Want to bring even more beach to your hair? You’ll find your hair already has far more texture after a round of balayage but a little scrunching action and a shot of salt spray will work wonders on the most straight-laced of bobs, lobs and everything in between.
Go brunette now