How to Maintain Balayage Between Salon Visits

Balayage is prized for its soft, sun-kissed grow-out, but that low-maintenance look still needs the right at-home care to stay looking its best. Here's how to protect your investment between visits to Certified Vixen.

Use Color-Safe, Sulfate-Free Shampoo

Sulfates strip color and moisture from your hair, which can dull your balayage faster than it should fade naturally. We recommend Davines' color-safe formulas, which we use and sell in-salon, to help lock in tone and shine.

Wash Less, Condition More

Balayage women can typically stretch washes to two or three times a week. Between washes, a lightweight dry shampoo keeps roots fresh while a weekly deep conditioning treatment (like K18) keeps ends healthy and strong.

Protect Against Sun and Salt

Solana Beach living means sun and saltwater exposure year-round. Both can turn cool-toned balayage brassy. A leave-in UV protectant and a rinse with fresh water after ocean swims go a long way toward preserving your tone.

Book a Gloss Refresh

A gloss treatment between full color appointments restores shine and corrects any unwanted warmth, keeping your balayage looking freshly done for weeks longer. Most women book a gloss every 6-8 weeks.

• Use sulfate-free, color-safe shampoo and conditioner

• Limit washing to 2-3 times per week

• Apply a UV protectant before sun exposure

• Rinse hair after swimming in the ocean or pool

• Schedule a gloss refresh every 6-8 weeks

Ready for Your Next Appointment?

Whether you're due for a color refresh or trying balayage for the first time, our team at Certified Vixen is here to help you achieve healthy, radiant color that lasts. Book your appointment today.