VELVET UNDERGROUND HAIR

Hairdressers often post wavy after-pictures of balayage instead of straight because it better shows the light and dark tone in the hair, and creates a dimensional look with highlights which makes the blonde “pop”. Straight hair finish results in a more blended feel, while showcasing the seamless nature of the colour technique which is an example of the stylists skill as nobody wants a chunky, stripy balayage.

So if you’re choosing “inspo” pictures to take to your hairdresser, try to choose both straight and wavy/textured finishes. It’s also a great idea to choose your inspo pictures from the stylists own website/socials, as many images can be photoshopped to appear a certain colour that is potentially very difficult to achieve whilst maintaining the integrity of your hair. As always, be open and honest with your stylist to get the best results for you, whether you’re a wavy babe or a straighty 180!