Colour and Cut

Heading to your local Blushes can be the highlight of your week. Whether you simply want a trim or something more dramatic, it’s important to know the correct terminology so you can get the best result. Our team have put together the ultimate list of salon terms to prep you for your next visit. UNDERSTANDING HAIR SALON SERVICES AND THEIR MEANING Balayage - a French term used to refer to a sweeping or painting motion wherein ribbons of the hair are lightened to achieve a multi-tonal, dimensional effect. Balayage Uplift - The Balayage Uplift is a bespoke service where your colourist will work with you to brighten, tone or accentuate any area's that need a little TLC in between appointments. Ombré - Hair colouring technique that gradually blends from one colour to another. A seamless transition that typically starts darker at the roots and becomes lighter towards the ends of the hair. Can be customised to range from a soft, natural fade to a more striking contrast. Toner - Used as an "icing on the cake" treatment to neutralise any underlying unwanted warm tones after a lightening service. Creative Colour - This refers to non-traditional hair colours and trends, usually with shorter-term results. Think pastel shades, mermaid hair, and more experimental looks. Blending - Blending is an artful technique commonly used in Balayages and Ombrés. Involves skilful manipulation of colour transitions to achieve natural, subtle changes throughout your hair, with seamless integration of hues. Colour Correction - Has a previous colour gone awry? Colour Correction is the rescuer you need. Involves removing or harmoniously blending any unintended colour results from past services. Colour corrections often require multiple appointments - it's a journey to the perfect shade. Tint - Tint can be used as a semi-permanent or permanent colouring process, depending upon your desired maintenance. It can be used to either lift the hair or darken it. Provides a full-coverage effect, think glossy, block colours.