Balayage vs Ombre vs Highlights: Which to Choose in Manila

With so many hair coloring techniques available at Manila salons, choosing between balayage, ombre, and highlights can be confusing.

Balayage: The Natural Sun-Kissed Look

Balayage involves painting color directly onto the hair in a sweeping motion for a natural gradient effect. It is low-maintenance and costs PHP 3,500 to PHP 12,000 in Manila.

Ombre: The Bold Gradient

Ombre transitions from a darker root to a lighter end. It is a bold choice striking on naturally dark Filipino hair, priced from PHP 2,800 to PHP 9,000.

Traditional Highlights

Foil highlights add strips of lighter color throughout for all-over brightness and require maintenance every 6-8 weeks.