Balayage & Ombré Hair Colour in London (Bermondsey & Streatham)

Soft, seamless balayage that grows out beautifully.

Balayage and ombré are designed for natural-looking dimension with a lower-maintenance regrowth line, perfect if you want brighter hair without the “stripey highlights” look. Available at both Image London locations: Bermondsey and Streatham

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Free colour consultation (15mins)

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Our Balayage Packages At a Glance

woman with half head of light ash blonde balayage

Half Head of Balayage

💷 Prices: Start from £120
🕓 Typical time: 1 hour depending on hair length/thickness
💆🏼‍♀️ Maintenance: many clients refresh every 3–6 months (brighter = more frequent toning)
📆 Booking note (important): Balayage/highlight services must be booked with a finish (cut & blowdry) and toner where required, we’ll guide you below so you book the right thing first time.

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woman with rich caramel honey and chestnut balayage

Full Balayage

💷 Prices: Start from £140
🕓 Typical time: 2 hours depending on hair length/thickness
💆🏼‍♀️ Maintenance: many clients refresh every 3–6 months (brighter = more frequent toning)
📆 Booking note (important): Balayage/highlight services must be booked with a finish (cut & blowdry) and toner where required, we’ll guide you below so you book the right thing first time.

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woman with half head of ash blonde balayage

Full Balayage + Ultimate Hair Refresh Package

💷 Prices: Start from £265
🕓 Typical time: 3.5 hours depending on hair length/thickness
💆🏼‍♀️ Maintenance: many clients refresh every 3–6 months (brighter = more frequent toning)
📆 Booking note (important): Balayage/highlight services must be booked with a finish (cut & blowdry) and toner where required, we’ll guide you below so you book the right thing first time.

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Before & After Balayage Results

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Before and after photo of a woman’s hair showing the transformation from dry, layered hair to smooth, glossy, straight hair after an Image London keratin treatment.

Before and after photo of a woman’s hair showing the transformation from frizzy, voluminous layers to smooth, sleek, healthy-looking hair after an Image London keratin hair treatment.

Before and after comparison of a woman’s hair treated with Image London’s keratin hair treatment, showing the transformation from frizzy, wavy hair to sleek, smooth, shiny straight hair.

Our Full Balayage Salon Price List

Full Balayage + Package

Balayage Package – The Ultimate Hair Refresh Our Full Head Balayage Package is designed to give you that effortlessly sun-kissed, natural blend of colour with a soft, lived-in finish, perfect for that Instagram-worthy hair glow!

Services Include:

Full Head Balayage: A freehand painting technique to create soft, blended highlights that grow out beautifully.
Toner: Custom-mixed to perfect your shade, neutralising unwanted tones and enhancing vibrancy.
Olaplex Treatment: Strengthens and protects your hair, ensuring it stays healthy, shiny, and soft.
Cut & Blowdry: A personalised trim to refresh your style, finished with a bouncy, glossy blow-dry.

💰 All in one package with a saving! Because great hair shouldn’t come at a compromise. Whether you’re after a low-maintenance, natural glow or a more defined, face-framing lift, this package gives you the perfect balance of luxury, style, and care.

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Service Duration

Total Duration - 3 Hours 35Mins

Full Balayage

Balayage – Soft, Seamless, & Low Maintenance ✨ Our Balayage technique is designed to give you a beautifully blended, sun-kissed effect with a soft grow-out. Unlike traditional freehand balayage, we achieve our results using foils, allowing for a more controlled lift, better brightness, and a seamless blend from root to tip.

Services Include:

Foil Balayage for Precision & Lift: Ensures even lightening and a beautifully blended finish..
Low-Maintenance Colour: Soft grow-out with less noticeable regrowth.
Customisable Shades:Whether you want soft caramel, icy blonde, or rich brunette tones, we tailor your balayage to suit you.
Perfect for All Hair Types: Works on all hair textures and lengths for a natural, dimensional look.

For best results, we recommend adding a toner and Olaplex treatment to enhance and maintain your balayage.

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Service Duration

Total Duration - 2 Hours

Half Head of Balayage

Refresh your look with soft, natural-looking highlights focused on the top and sides of your hair. This service offers a sun-kissed effect and subtle dimension, perfect for those seeking a low-maintenance style. Designed to blend seamlessly with your natural base for effortless beauty.

Services Include:

Foil Balayage for Precision & Lift: Ensures even lightening and a beautifully blended finish..
Low-Maintenance Colour: Soft grow-out with less noticeable regrowth.
Customisable Shades:Whether you want soft caramel, icy blonde, or rich brunette tones, we tailor your balayage to suit you.
Perfect for All Hair Types: Works on all hair textures and lengths for a natural, dimensional look.

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Half Head of Balayage £120

Service Duration

Half Head of Balayage 1hr

Total Duration - 1 Hours

What should I book? (Quick decision guide)

Not sure which option fits your goal? Use the guide below — you can always start with a free 15-minute colour consultation if you want us to confirm the best service first.

Half Head Balayage (Refresh)

Best for: A subtle refresh and softer brightness through the top and sides.
✓ Great if you want “lived-in” colour without going dramatically lighter
✓ Ideal between full appointments or if you’re new to balayage
✓ Can be tailored for face-framing brightness
From: £120
Typical time: ~1 hour

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Full placement balayage with honey and caramel tones creating natural-looking dimension.

Balayage (Full Placement)

Best for: More noticeable dimension and brightness through more of the hair.
✓ Hand-painted placement for a seamless, natural blend
✓ Perfect if you want brighter hair but a softer regrowth line than traditional highlights
✓ We tailor the tone (honey / caramel / beige / ash) to suit your skin tone
From: £140
Typical time: ~2 hour

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Full head balayage package result with a seamless blend and freshly toned, glossy finish.

Full Head Balayage Package (Most Popular)

Best for: A complete “finished” result in one visit, including your final tone and style.
✓ Full placement + toner/gloss for the final shade
✓ Includes cut & blowdry so you leave with the final look
✓ Best choice if you want a clear transformation
From: £265
Typical time: ~3-4 hours

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Stylist and client in a free colour consultation discussing balayage goals and inspiration.

Free Colour Consultation (15 mins)

Best for: If your hair is previously coloured, you want a big change, or you just want certainty.
✓ We’ll confirm the best service and realistic outcome
✓ Ideal if you have dark dye/box colour, banding, or uneven tone
✓ We’ll advise if colour correction is needed first
From: FREE
Typical time: ~15mins

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Balayage vs Highlights vs Ombré (the simple truth)

Balayage

Highlights

Ombré

Still unsure which is right for you? You can book a free consultation with one of our friendly staff at our Bemondsey or Steratham salons. Alternatively, you can read more about the differences between Balayage, Highlights, and Ombré in the complete guide below.

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Olaplex (Optional Add-On)

Want extra protection during lightening? Olaplex can help reduce breakage for some hair types.

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The process (what happens in your appointment)

Step 1: Consultation

Hair history, goals, maintenance preference.

Step 2: Placement

We map placement for your face shape and base colour.

Step 3: Tone + Treat

Toner/gloss for the final shade. Olaplex optional.

Step 4: Finish

Blowdry finish (and cut if included) so you leave with the final look.

Balayage is Soft, Seamless, & Low Maintenance. Our Balayage technique is designed to give you a beautifully blended, sun-kissed effect with a soft grow-out. Unlike traditional freehand balayage, we achieve our results with foils, resulting in a more controlled lift, greater brightness, and a seamless blend from root to tip.

Book Balayage Package

Free Colour Consultation

Frequently Asked Questions on Our Balayage Our Packages

Do I need a patch test for balayage or ombré?

No, there is no patch test requirement for these services.

How much does balayage cost in London?

Our balayage services start from £140, with half head options from £120 and full packages from £265. Price depends on hair length, thickness, your existing colour, and whether toning/correction is needed.

How long does balayage take?

Expect 2–4 hours depending on what you book and hair length/thickness. Packages with cut/blowdry will take longer.

How long does balayage last?

Balayage is designed to grow out softly. Many clients refresh every 8–14 weeks, depending on how bright you go and whether you tone regularly.

Can you do balayage on dark hair?

Yes, but expectations matter. Dark hair can lift beautifully, but sometimes needs multiple sessions to protect hair condition and achieve clean, even tones.

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Balayage & Ombré Hair Colour in London (Bermondsey & Streatham)

Soft, seamless balayage that grows out beautifully.

Image London Best Hair & Beauty Salon (Overall Winner) 2025

Our Balayage Packages At a Glance

Half Head of Balayage

Full Balayage

Full Balayage + Ultimate Hair Refresh Package

Before & After Balayage Results

Our Full Balayage Salon Price List

Full Balayage + Package

Services Include:

Primary Services

Service Duration

Total Duration - 3 Hours 35Mins

Full Balayage

Services Include:

Primary Services

Service Duration

Total Duration - 2 Hours

Half Head of Balayage

Services Include:

Primary Services

Service Duration

Total Duration - 1 Hours

What should I book? (Quick decision guide)

Half Head Balayage (Refresh)

Balayage (Full Placement)

Full Head Balayage Package (Most Popular)

Free Colour Consultation (15 mins)

Balayage vs Highlights vs Ombré (the simple truth)

Balayage

Highlights

Ombré

Olaplex (Optional Add-On)

The process (what happens in your appointment)

Step 1: Consultation

Step 2: Placement

Step 3: Tone + Treat

Step 4: Finish

Frequently Asked Questions on Our Balayage Our Packages

Find Your Nearest Image London Salon

Streatham Salon (SW16 6SQ)

Nearby stations:

Bermondsey Salon (SE16 3RW)

Nearby stations:

See what out clients say about us

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