balayage
/ˈbalɪjɑːʒ
/(also baliage, balliage)
noun [mass noun]
A technique for highlighting hair in which the dye is painted on in such a way as to create a graduated, natural-looking effect: she specializes in balayage, colour corrections, restyles, and extensions...
- The balayage technique can be used on any color of hair from blonde and brunette to red.
- The balayage technique provides ultimate control over color application and allows for less outgrowth and more contrast in the hair.
- Scrivo and her staff practice balayage, color, and makeup application in the beauty boutique.
Origin
1970s: French, literally 'sweeping', from balayer 'to sweep'.