--- title: "Balayage in Maidstone | John Richards Hairdressing" description: "Soft, lived-in colour with bespoke placement that grows out beautifully. Natural grey blending, shine and dimension with low maintenance results." canonical: "https://johnrichardshairdressing.co.uk/services/balayage" --- ![Woman with softly blended balayage highlights, showcasing sun-kissed, natural dimension created at John Richards Hairdressing, Allington, Maidstone.](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fbalayage-allington-maidstone.png%3Fv%3D1748870647872&w=1536&q=75&dpl=dpl_A8KgELYHswzYz71ofnJrh55p7q3u) Hair Colouring # Balayage Fron £120 2 hrs Patch Test Required [Book Online](https://book.frively.com/salons/8ecbf034-3832-4b36-9ddc-3be7428a71e4/book) Balayage tailored to your hair, face shape and skin tone. We hand paint light and shade to create soft brightness around the face, natural-looking dimension through the lengths and a seamless root. The result is modern, low-maintenance colour that grows out beautifully and keeps your hair feeling healthy. ## What's Included A personalised colour service designed around you. - Consultation to understand your colour history, lifestyle and goals. - Shade selection and placement plan tailored to your cut and face shape. - Freehand lightening with foil support where needed for lift. - Root smudge or melt for a soft, undetectable grow-out. - Toner or gloss to refine tone, neutralise warmth and add shine. - Bond-strengthening care to protect hair during colouring. - Professional blow-dry and style to reveal the result. - Aftercare advice and a simple maintenance plan. ### Who It's For You want colour that looks effortless day to day and works with your schedule. Balayage is ideal if you prefer soft regrowth, want to stretch appointments and like hair that looks polished without constant upkeep. It suits first greys that need diffusing, previous highlights that look stripy, or anyone seeking face-framing brightness with believable dimension. Works on most hair types and lengths, from subtle sun-kissed tones to lighter, brighter looks. ### Duration & Appointment Timing First-time balayage usually takes 2.5 to 4 hours, depending on starting shade, thickness and how light you wish to go. We include time for consultation, precise application, glossing and a professional finish. Maintenance visits are often quicker. A toner or face-frame refresh can bridge the gap between full services. If you have a special date, book ahead so your colour settles and looks its best. ### Aftercare & Maintenance Use a gentle, sulphate-free shampoo, nourishing conditioner and a weekly mask. Always apply heat protection before styling to preserve strength and shine. Blonde or cool tones benefit from a purple or blue toning shampoo once a week to keep brassiness at bay. Limit chlorine and UV exposure or use a protective spray. Plan a gloss and tone every 6 to 8 weeks to keep shine and tone fresh. Most clients refresh their balayage every 12 to 16 weeks, depending on how soft you like the result. [Book Online](https://book.frively.com/salons/8ecbf034-3832-4b36-9ddc-3be7428a71e4/book) ## Client Reviews 5.0 Based on 2 reviews - H Holly Mason > 3rd appointment and 2nd time having colour and all great experiences. Lacey is fantastic, she takes my vague ideas and manages to produce exactly what I’m after and the salon is always a lovely welcoming place to come into. - S Suzi Stevens > Great service really pleased with my colour. Cannot express enough how comfortable and welcoming the atmosphere is in this Salon. I will definitely be returning and would highly recommend. ## Frequently Asked Questions What is balayage and how is it different from highlights? Balayage is a freehand technique that paints light and shade for a soft, blended result. Traditional highlights follow a uniform pattern and can leave a line at the root. Balayage grows out more softly with less obvious regrowth. Can balayage blend my greys? Yes. We can diffuse early greys by weaving lighter pieces and softening the root with a smudge. For a higher percentage of white hair, we may combine balayage with targeted root coverage for the most natural result. How long will my balayage last? The placement is designed to grow out gracefully for 12 to 16 weeks or more. A gloss at 6 to 8 weeks keeps tone, shine and condition between full services. Will balayage damage my hair? We work at a pace your hair can handle and use bond-care during colouring to protect strength. Aftercare at home and heat protection help maintain softness and shine. How should I prepare for my appointment? Arrive with clean, dry hair and avoid heavy oils or styling products on the day. Bring a couple of inspiration photos and be ready to share your colour history, including any box dyes, so we can plan safely. Patch Test Required [Book Online](https://book.frively.com/salons/8ecbf034-3832-4b36-9ddc-3be7428a71e4/book) ## Available Team Members These team members perform this service - ![Nigel Haffenden, expert hairdresser at John Richards in Allington, Maidstone, applying professional hair care in the salon](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2FNigel-Haffenden-Expert-Hairdresser-Maidstone-48x48.png%3Fv%3D1749799545544&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_A8KgELYHswzYz71ofnJrh55p7q3u) Nigel Haffenden Salon Owner [View](/team-members/nigel-haffenden-expert-hairdresser-maidstone) - ![Lauren Barwick, senior stylist at John Richards in Allington, Maidstone, working with a client in the salon](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2FLauren-Barwick-Senior-Stylist-Maidstone-48x48.png%3Fv%3D1749799631799&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_A8KgELYHswzYz71ofnJrh55p7q3u) Lauren Barwick Senior Stylist [View](/team-members/lauren-barwick-senior-stylist-maidstone) - ![Alex Haffenden, senior stylist and barber at John Richards in Allington, Maidstone, working on a precision cut in the salon](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2FAlex-Haffenden-Senior-Stylist-Barber-Maidstone-48x48.png%3Fv%3D1749799714824&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_A8KgELYHswzYz71ofnJrh55p7q3u) Alex Haffenden Senior Stylist [View](/team-members/alex-haffenden-senior-stylist-barber-maidstone) - ![Lacey Warner, stylist at John Richards in Allington, Maidstone, applying highlights to a client in the salon](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2FLacey-Warner-Stylist-Colour-Highlights-Maidstone-48x48.png%3Fv%3D1749799806050&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_A8KgELYHswzYz71ofnJrh55p7q3u) Lacey Warner Stylist [View](/team-members/lacey-warner-stylist-colour-highlights-maidstone) - ![Hannah Ward, graduate stylist at John Richards in Allington, Maidstone, cutting a client’s hair in the salon](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2FHannah-Ward-Graduate-Stylist-Balayage-Maidstone-48x48.png%3Fv%3D1749800285421&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_A8KgELYHswzYz71ofnJrh55p7q3u) Hannah Ward Stylist [View](/team-members/hannah-ward-graduate-stylist-balayage-maidstone) ## Related Services Complete your experience with these services - Ladies Cut & Blow Dry From £37.50 - £70•60 min [View](/services/ladies-cut-and-blow-dry) - Ladies Shampoo & Blow Dry From £27 - £36•30 min [View](/services/ladies-shampoo-and-blow-dry) - Ladies Shampoo & Blow Dry - For Longer Hair From £34 - £50•60 min [View](/services/lades-shampoo-and-blow-dry-for-longer-hair) - Bouncy Blow Dry From £34 - £50•60 min [View](/services/bouncy-blow-dry)