3 of the 30 balayage specialists here are in St Leonards, NSW itself, with the rest a short trip away, most start between $30 and $85, 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.
Read the full guide to balayage in Sydney for pricing, timing and what to ask before you book.
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 St Leonards
“She’s amazing at shaping my hair, and my blonde highlights and toner always turn out perfect, the colour looks incredible and lasts for ages.”
“She gave me some highlights around my hairline to brighten my face and blended blond …”
“Pamela did a great job yet again - half head highlights and cut.”
“My blonde foils are perfect every time…natural, and beautifully blended.”