FAQ's

  • Is balayage better than highlights?

    Balayage and highlights are both popular hair colouring techniques, but which one is better depends on your hair goals and lifestyle. Balayage offers a more natural, sun-kissed look with softer regrowth lines, making it a low-maintenance hair colour option that grows out beautifully. It’s ideal for clients wanting a more effortless, blended finish.


    Traditional highlights, on the other hand, provide more uniform brightness from root to tip and are perfect for those who prefer a lighter, more structured colour result. Highlights may require more frequent touch-ups, especially for clients covering greys or wanting to maintain a consistently bright blonde.


    At Alexander Jayne Hair in Melbourne, our expert colourists can help you choose the best option based on your hair type, desired look, and upkeep preferences. Whether you’re after balayage, foils, or customised colour blends, we tailor each service to suit you.


  • Does balayage cover grey?

    Balayage can help blend grey hair, but it doesn't fully cover it like a traditional tint or permanent colour. This hand-painted technique works best for softening and disguising greys by adding lighter tones throughout the hair, creating a natural, dimensional look.


    If you’re looking for low-maintenance grey coverage, balayage is a great option — especially when combined with a root melt or gloss. It’s ideal for clients who want to embrace their greys subtly without committing to frequent regrowth touch-ups.


    At Alexander Jayne Hair in Melbourne, we personalise every balayage to suit your hair goals, whether you're blending greys or adding brightness. Our colour specialists can also recommend the best approach for more stubborn greys or higher coverage needs.


  • How do hairdressers do grey blending?

    Grey blending is a modern colouring technique where hairdressers use a combination of foils, balayage, and toners to softly blend natural greys with highlights or lowlights. Instead of fully covering greys with a solid colour, grey blending creates a seamless, natural transition that enhances dimension and reduces harsh regrowth lines.


    At Alexander Jayne Hair in Melbourne, our stylists customise grey blending using techniques like:

    Balayage or foils to lighten sections of hair around the greys

    Root melts or shadow roots to soften the contrast between your natural colour and the highlights

    Glosses or toners to neutralise any unwanted tones and add shine


    The result? A low-maintenance, multi-dimensional colour that grows out beautifully and makes greys look intentional, not hidden.


    Looking to embrace your greys without the full commitment of permanent colour? Grey blending might be your perfect match.

  • Is keratin treatment good for frizzy hair?

    Yes — keratin treatments are one of the best solutions for frizzy hair. This professional smoothing treatment works by infusing the hair with keratin protein, which helps to seal the cuticle, reduce puffiness, and eliminate frizz. The result is smoother, shinier, and more manageable hair, even in humidity.


    At Alexander Jayne Hair in Melbourne, we offer customised keratin treatments that not only tame frizz but also improve hair strength and softness over time. It’s ideal for anyone struggling with unruly, dry, or coarse hair, and it can significantly cut down styling time.


    The effects typically last up to 3–4 months with the right home care, making it a low-maintenance solution for long-term frizz control.