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Balayage

Balayage - Refresh

£45 – £80
120 mins
Patch Test Required
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Keep your balayage bright and seamless with our Balayage - Refresh at Faking It. We refine grown-out lightness, rebalance tone and soften regrowth for a natural, low maintenance blend. Your stylist will map placement, refresh face-framing pieces, apply a root smudge and gloss, then finish with a professional blow-dry.

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What's Included

A targeted maintenance service to revive your colour and blend regrowth.

  • Personal consultation and tailored colour plan.
  • Focused balayage refresh on key areas and face frame.
  • Root smudge or melt to soften any lines of demarcation.
  • Toner or gloss to refine tone and add shine.
  • Cleanse and professional blow-dry finish.
  • Personalised aftercare advice.

Who It's For

Ideal for guests with existing balayage who want a subtle brightening and tonal reset without a full overhaul. Suits natural-looking, low maintenance colour and softer regrowth. Not intended for major lightening changes or corrective work.

Duration & Appointment Timing

Allow around 120 minutes for your appointment. Timings can vary with hair thickness and length. A skin test is required 48 hours before if you are new to colour with us. Please arrive a few minutes early for check-in.

Aftercare & Maintenance

  • Use sulphate-free, colour-safe shampoo and conditioner.
  • Limit washing to preserve tone and shine.
  • Always use heat protection and lower heat settings.
  • Book a toner and tidy blow-dry every 6–8 weeks.
  • Plan your next balayage refresh at 12–16 weeks.
  • Protect hair from UV and chlorine with leave-in care.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a balayage refresh include?
A targeted top-up of lightness, plus root smudge and tonal gloss. It blends regrowth and refines tone, then we finish with a professional blow-dry.
How often should I book a refresh?
Most guests return every 12 to 16 weeks. Maintain tone between visits with a gloss or toner every 6 to 8 weeks.
Will this make my hair much lighter?
This service brightens selectively for a subtle lift. For significant lightening or a new look, a full balayage appointment is required.
Is a haircut included with this service?
A professional blow-dry is included for a polished finish. Haircuts are booked separately so we can allow the right time.
Do I need a skin test beforehand?
Yes, if you are new to colour with us or it has been over six months. The test must be completed at least 48 hours before your visit.

Available Team Members

These team members perform this service

  • Black-and-white portrait of Sharron Jellis, owner and founder of Faking It Hairdressing & Beauty, Northampton.
    Sharron Jellis
    Salon Owner
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  • Black-and-white portrait of Sarah Bailey, Deputy Manager and Head Stylist at Faking It, seated against a floral backdrop.
    Sarah Bailey
    Deputy Manager and Head Stylist.
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  • Black-and-white portrait of Olivia Lambe, Stylist and Colour Specialist at Faking It, smiling against a floral backdrop.
    Olivia Lambe
    Creative Director Stylist
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  • Black-and-white portrait of Natasha Morgan, Hair Stylist at Faking It, wearing a branded salon T-shirt against a floral backdrop.
    Natasha Morgan
    Stylist
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  • Black-and-white portrait of Violet Thorn, Junior Stylist at Faking It, smiling in a salon setting.
    Violet Thorn
    Junior Stylist
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