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Balayage

💄 Nadia’s Beauty Lab & Glam Cheat Sheet

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Skin / Undertone MatchWarm & Neutral
Finish & TextureSoft, Lived-In
Application Time45–60 Mins Studio Prep
Wear Longevity12+ Hours Secure
💬 Nadia’s Backstage Pro Tip: Spritz a light mist of dry shampoo on the braid base before pinning—it grips better and keeps flyaways at bay all day.
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If you came here from our @FyachiPinterest board, welcome to the studio!

Today I’m breaking down everything you need to know about Balayage.

From undertone matching to my step-by-step application and styling routine across 4 detailed parts.

Balayage — Curated by Nadia Vance
Featured Look: Balayage · By Nadia Vance ( @FyachiPinterest)
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1. Why I Love Balayage in My Beauty & Style Studio

Just last month, a bride came in with a balayage that had those caramel ribbons melting into her natural chestnut.

I wove it into a loose, low braid with a few face-framing strands pulled out.

And the way the light caught those highlights made the whole style look like it was glowing from within.

That’s the magic of balayage with braids—it adds depth and dimension without looking done-up.

The soft, blended color lets the braid feel effortless, almost like she woke up with it.

But every strand is locked in place.

✦ Nadia’s Backstage Notes (Part 1 of 4)

  • Real-Life Wearability: Tested to look just as flattering in natural daylight as it does under camera flash.
  • Undertone Harmony: Always match the intensity of the finish to your natural skin and hair contrast.
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Tap Continue Reading (Page 2) below to see how I customize the undertones, finishes, and proportions for different features.

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Nadia Vance

Hi, I'm Nadia Vance! As a professional editorial and bridal makeup artist, I created Fyachi Beauty & Style (and our @FyachiPinterest community of 246K+ monthly viewers) to share backstage makeup formulas, braid & hair tutorials, and statement event looks that actually last in real life.