8 Best Balayage Curly Hair Styles to Try in 2019
Give spiral strands a new lease of life with these gorgeous curly balayage looks.
Think you know everything there is to know about balayage, huh? Well, today we’re going to let you in on one of the lesser-known benefits of getting balayage… Curly hair types might not think this graduated colour would work for them, but in reality, the look works just as well (if not even better) on coiled textures, as they give the look an even more natural result.
Not convinced? See some of the prettiest examples of balayage on curly hair below – you’ll never be so grateful for your curls!
1. Sandy bronde
Want to go lighter but dread the maintenance? This sandy bronde curly balayage would be a great one to try.
For an undetectable finish, just remember to ask your stylist to start the colour graduation a few inches from your roots. This way, when your hair begins to grow out, you won’t be able to tell. Credit: @keysikurls
2. Copper hair
Hygge hair has been a huge craze this year, prompting a flurry of celebs from Emma Roberts to Shakira to try out copper colours. And guess what? This trend also works amazingly well for curly hair. Balayage for everyone!
Yet aside from being totally on trend, the deeper tones help to warm up paler complexions and really make brown eyes pop! Credit: @berosiesalon
Editor’s tip: Balayage may be easier to maintain than an allover colour, but you’ll still need to switch out your products if you want the colour to last.
The TRESemmé Colour Revitalise Vibrance Protection Shampoo and Conditioner are great options for everyday care, plus you can rely on them to keep your colour looking fresh.
3. Holiday hair
The effect that balayage on naturally curly hair has is similar to being on a beach for a week – and let’s face it, who doesn’t want that just-off-the-sand look 365 days a year? We certainly do! Credit: @hairthrone
4. Rose pink
When done right, pastel hair can work for all occasions – not just festivals.
Take this Instagrammer’s muted hue for example; while it’s still unmistakably pink, it’s muted enough for everyday wear and won’t clashing with your outfit, either. What’s not to love? Credit: @kenraprofessional
5. Toffee
Balayage on natural curly hair? Step this way. If you’re worried that curly balayage won’t work for your skin tone, don’t be, because tanned and darker skinned girls can absolutely work the trend – and this Instagrammer proves it.
All you have to do is play around with different colours like toffee, caramel and golden blonde, to try and find one that fits you best. Credit: @katrisharose
6. Creamy blonde
Whether it’s warm California blonde for summer or Ice Queen white for winter, blonde hair is always in.
So to channel an on-trend ‘do all year round, opt for a balayage that only alters the ends of the hair, as it’s a great way to subtly change up your blonde with the seasons – without the damaging effects of re-dying or bleaching the hair. Credit: @itsmecaines
Editor’s tip: Brassiness is the bane of any blonde’s life, but using purple shampoo can help remedy this. Just apply a small amount of the TIGI Bed Head Dumb Blonde Purple Toning Shampoo to your lightened ends while you’re in the shower. It’ll help neutralise any yellowing and keep your colour Khaleesi white.
7. Ginger
It’s hard to believe there was ever a time that ginger hair was unloved, as nowadays it’s one of the most coveted shades around!
Yet if you’re not one for intense red hues, tone things down with lighter, strawberry blonde balayage for curly hair, as this is easier to pull off than a single, allover colour. So if you’re a red newbie, this is the way to go. Credit: @maja_kapetano
8. Natural
Colour virgin? You don’t have to jump in at the deep end with balayage… Naturally curly hair that lightens towards the ends has the benefit of not needing too much colour added to it – just a small amount will be the helping hand you need to up your style game. Credit: @patricemarrow
So come on, spill, have we managed to convince you to try balayage on curly hair? If you’re not sure it’s for you, head to our Hair Colour page now, where you’re bound to stumble across a look you’ll love.