The Ultimate Guide to Balayage Maintenance

Keep That Shine All Summer Long at Salon Nia Hair Salon in Radyr

Balayage is one of our most loved colour services at Salon Nia in Radyr and it’s easy to see why. The soft, natural finish looks gorgeous on all hair types and grows out beautifully. But even though balayage is lower maintenance than traditional highlights, it still deserves a little TLC between appointments.

Here’s how to keep your hair colour fresh, shiny and full of life with just a few simple tips.

Keep Toning Appointments Regular

We recommend booking a gloss or toner every 4–6 weeks to keep your colour looking fresh, vibrant, and shiny.

These quick, shine-boosting services are ideal for refreshing tone between full colour appointments and maintaining your hair’s glow.

A toner helps neutralise brassiness, especially in blondes and balayage, while restoring depth and dimension to faded hair colour.

It also adds smoothness and shine, making your hair look healthier and more polished with very little effort.

Regular gloss or toner appointments help stretch the life of your colour and keep that flawless salon-finish look for longer.

Use Colour-Safe Products at Home

It all starts with your shampoo. Choosing the right one can make a big difference to your colour’s longevity and shine.

Sulphate-free, colour-protecting shampoos and conditioners help lock in tone, prevent fading, and keep hair feeling soft and healthy.

Sulphates strip colour and moisture. Avoid them if you want your balayage to stay vibrant and glossy for longer.

We’re always happy to help. Ask us at your next appointment and we’ll recommend the best match for your hair.

Deep Condition Weekly

Coloured hair needs a little extra care especially at the ends, which are the oldest and most fragile part of your hair. Using a deep conditioner or hair mask once a week helps restore lost moisture, strengthens weakened strands, and protects against breakage. This small step makes a big difference in keeping your hair soft, smooth, and manageable between salon visits. It’s an easy way to maintain healthy looking hair and lock in your colour’s vibrancy for longer.

Ask your stylist for the best treatment to suit your hair type next time you’re in the salon.

Protect from Heat & UV

Whether you’re styling with tools or heading into the sun, your colour will last longer if you protect it. Use heat defence sprays before blow drying and pop on a UV shield when you're spending the day outdoors.

Book now to keep your balayage looking salon fresh all summer long!

Book in for a toner or gloss treatment today, book online or call us on 029 2084 4716.