What balayage actually is
Balayage comes from the French word for sweeping. Lightener is painted freehand onto the surface of selected sections, so the brightness builds gradually from root to ends and no two heads look alike.
Because there is no foil line, the root stays soft. That is why balayage grows out gracefully and why clients with busy lives love it.
How Gigi approaches it
Every appointment begins with a consultation. Gigi looks at your natural level, previous color, texture and the way you wear your hair, then plans placement around your face and your cut.
Her ten years as a portrait photographer shows up here: she thinks about light, where it falls on a face and where brightness will flatter you most.
Choosing your level and price
Blonde Babe is $209, Blonde Bombshell is $308 and Blonde Barbie starts at $407; Blonde Barbie includes its finishing toner. Base color, a haircut or keratin may be added separately. See the full menu on the services page for toner refresh pricing.
If you are unsure which level fits, book the one closest to your goal and talk it through at consultation, or call 760-521-6336 first.
Serving Poway and greater San Diego
The studio is at 12636 Poway Road, Ste 4, Studio 15, Poway, CA 92064, a short drive from Rancho Bernardo, Scripps Ranch, Carmel Mountain Ranch, Escondido and Ramona. Hours are Tuesday to Friday, 10am to 6pm; Saturday availability is 10-6, by request.