We list 30 balayage specialists across Melbourne, most start between $45 and $95, and all of them are appointment-only.
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Balayage is lightener painted on by hand rather than placed in foils, which is why it grows out softly and why results vary so much between colourists. It is a freehand skill, so the work you can see matters more than the name on the menu.
How much do highlights and balayage cost in Australia? Half of what Australian businesses publish sits between $130 and $280.
Ordered by how well each one fits a typical balayage specialist request here — not by advertising spend, and not purely by rating.
Searching from Melbourne
“beautifully natural highlights exceeding what I had envisioned.”
Oakleigh East16.5 kmPremium4.9(140)
Hair salon · Consultation-led · Beginner friendly
“He was very knowledgeable about hair care instructions before and after getting balayage and recommended great products.”
“I came in for a balayage and a bob cut, and I couldn’t be happier with the result.”
“She is precise, efficient, her foils are tight and even and always consistent.”
“I highly recommend Sophia - I had foils, toner and blow dry and my hair looks and feels amazing !!!”
“I’m so happy with my hair (cut and highlights)!”
“This time I had some foils put in as well as my cut, the end result is amazing, the color perfect for me.”
“Love my blonde highlights & cut every time.”
South Melbourne2.1 kmPremium4.5(209)
Hair salon · Friendly · Consultation-led
“I had a full head balayage, toner, haircut, and treatment, and Chloe absolutely exceeded my expectations.”
“I did highlights and it was so beautiful.”
South Melbourne1.8 kmPremium4.9(478)
Beauty salon · Consultation-led · Beginner friendly
“I had a full head of blonde foils done by Katie & was blown away with the finished result.”
South Yarra3.2 kmPremium4.4(270)
Hair salon · Consultation-led