Published By Brooke
Updated 10-11-2022
Dark Brown to Ash Blonde

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Face-framing pieces and that alluring contrast between the roots and ends make this dark brown to ash blonde balayage a perfect example of an ideal color match with cool tones that definitely refresh the hair. However, this contrast will require high maintenance: it’s no secret that to keep the ash cool shade, you’ll need numerous daily hair products as well as regular color-maintaining procedures in a salon.
@themaneartistryA dark balayage in cozy coffee shades is the safest and extremely gorgeous way to go with brunette hair. If you’re looking for a change without reckless moves, wanna get a kind of summery vibes on your dark brown hair, and add perfect dimension and movement to your natural hair, there is no better way to get all these virtues than having a brownish balayage done.From natural balayage to extreme brown to blonde balayage, this coloring technique is so customizable that every hair texture, skin tone, and face shape can benefit from a subtle balayage on dark brown hair.Another reason to love balayage on light brown hair is the minimal maintenance it requires: no monthly visits to a hairstylist to fix the roots color are needed. Brown hair balayage grows out naturally and gradually.Keep scrolling to find the trendiest and hottest dark brown balayage color solutions that will make you wanna have a quick refreshing change of your hairstyle.Dark brown balayage hairstyle ideas
charmainedollsBrunette hair is mostly associated with elegance, tradition, classics, and rules. Also, for most girls, darker shades mean looking older their age. You choose if it’s a good thing or not, but if you’re craving a bit of carelessness and lightness on your strands, getting lighter tones highlights is the best way to do it.
We’ve gathered the best and the hottest ideas of subtle highlights for naturally dark hair in countless variations of the brunette balayage style.Sun-kissed natural finish, copper balayage, eye-catching highlights in chocolate tones, blonde balayage on dark brown hair, and much more… Scroll down to see the up-to-date collection of brunette balayage hairstyles.Dark Brown to Ash Blonde
hairbykaylajonesFace-framing pieces and that alluring contrast between the roots and ends make this dark brown to ash blonde balayage a perfect example of an ideal color match with cool tones that definitely refresh the hair. However, this contrast will require high maintenance: it’s no secret that to keep the ash cool shade, you’ll need numerous daily hair products as well as regular color-maintaining procedures in a salon.Dark Chocolate Brown to Light Chocolate
themaneartistryMeet this luscious balayage dark hair with highlights that shines with beauty. This subtle balayage merges black hair and deep brown highlights like in a bar of 85% dark cocoa and 15% milk chocolate. This yummy black hair balayage solution will have fewer issues with treatment and care as well as it won’t make you visit your colorist too often for color support since it doesn’t include any blonde highlights - so, this is a win-win option.Brown and Blonde With Honey Highlights
styles_by_breannaAnother trick you can play to achieve a perfect mix of a low-maintenance look and a natural texture is incorporating several shades of balayage together. For example, to blonde highlights add highlights of honey color.Dark Ash Brown
letstalkhairrUnlike the previous ash balayage on long hair, this one is done on black hair and with minimum ash brown balayage inclusions. Consider this brunette hair update if you’re not up to changing your dark hair too much. If you’re planning to use this photo as a reference, make sure your colorist is a pro since there is a risk to get an effect of aging greying hair instead of a cool balayage vibe you see in the picture if the hairstylist makes a mistake.Dark Brunette Lob
themaneartistryWho said mid-lengths are not meant for dark brown balayage? This textured blunt lob with deep brown roots and contrasting light brown at the ends shouts that everything’s possible. The only issue with balayage on short hair you should bear in mind is that your hair will require toning and color correction earlier than longer brown and black hair. That is explained by the fact the shorter your hair is the less space for color fade is, thus the dark part will soon prevail in the hairstyle breaking the harmony of the look.Blonde and Dark Brown
natalieaustonhairBrown hair blonde balayage shows all its power on long hair. With a bigger hair length, you’re free to play not only with the balayage coloring process but also with the texture: no curls or waves will steal too much of your hair length.Dark Burgundy and Brown
charlottek_beautyDark roots balayage doesn’t always end with a brown color, which is a couple of shades lighter. Say yes to burgundy or pink balayage on brown hair - let your dark hair live a new life. The darker hair you have the deeper the burgundy color should be. Also, don’t forget to match the highlights with your skin tone.Caramel and Dark Brown
hairbyleenakorjaCaramel-brown balayage is a well-blended option for those striving for a rather natural color. This style incorporates some hints of golden color throughout the hair making it shine as you walk by.Red and Dark Brown
danixraeDark brown hair with red balayage stands out in this gallery and it will also stand out at the streets of your city when you’re passing by. This is one of those untrivial but so juicy dark hair balayage variations that are meant to turn heads. With red and dark brown balayage, don’t overdo with makeup not to overload the whole image - here, your hair color is the catch.Black to Dark Brown
angelatanghairRather predictable for dark hair, this brown-black balayage still is a good way to refresh your hair color. This neutral bronde balayage is subtle and soft - perfect for women who adore natural sunkissed looks.Subtle Dark Brown
ricardoalonsobeautyAnother way to get your brunette balayage something subdued is to incorporate super-thin ashy blonde highlights on top of black hair. Despite the huge contrast between the colors, this technique allows to create a subtle balayage dark brown hair for your small but meaningful color transformation.Light Brown to Dark Brown
themaneartistryShow all the brunette richness in dark brown to light brown balayage hair. It’s nothing to deal with drastic color changes. These milk chocolate brown delicate highlights are called to liven up your style. “Less is more” is the motto of this gorgeous dark hair balayage.Dark Brown and Silver
fgdollsAsh balayage dark hair is probably the most challenging balayage type to achieve and every colorist will agree with this statement. Keeping up this cool cold blonde on naturally dark hair is another challenge you face. But all the suffering is worth this out-of-this-world balayage fade!Dark Brown balayage short hair
rob.leviAny hair type and length is good for performing a dark brunette balayage - and short hair is no exception. You don’t have to grow out your hair extremely long in order to enjoy the beauty of light brown balayage gradation. A double shot of espresso? - Yes, please!Medium brown balayage straight hair
lindseybridgeshairAnd here is another short hair light brown balayage option for straight brunette hair. Soft caramel balayage highlights on brown hair make the hairstyle more sophisticated and the front highlights frame the face in a flattering way.Caramel balayage on dark brown curly hair
themaneartistryFor a glorious balayage hair color, opt for a soft caramel balayage on dark brown hair. This subtle combo is a very natural one. With that smooth transition of hues, this caramel balayage will keep looking fresh as your hair grows out. To get the maximum out of your new balayage hair color, style long beach waves with a hair straightener.Chocolate caramel honey balayage hair
paollosagerahNow you know that a chocolate brown balayage is not the only way to go with balayage highlights on top of dark or black hair. All shades of blonde will work as well to achieve the balayage hair's desired depth and texture. Also, don’t forget that balayage highlights perfectly cooperate with curtain bangs or just shorter and lighter pieces near the face to frame the facial features.Auburn balayage on dark brown hair
blondsalon_Auburn and ginger balayage on brown hair means making your own rules of the game. If you’re a brunette with a warm tone of skin, these burning colors are a guarantee of success for you. Balayage hair like this is meant to grab all the looks.