Face Framing: The Extra Touch for Balayage and Highlights
Looking for a fresh, radiant look without a full color treatment? Or do you want to add a little extra dimension to your balayage or highlights? Face framing highlights – also known as 'moneypiece highlights' – are the solution.
What is Face Framing?
Face framing is a coloring technique where the front sections around the face are subtly lightened. This creates an instant lifting and brightening effect, accentuating your facial features in a natural way. Think of a sun-kissed glow that makes your face shine without coloring your whole hair.
As a Standalone Refresh: The Moneypiece
If you book face framing as a standalone treatment, you can opt for a bold moneypiece. Here, the focus is entirely on the face-framing sections, giving you a fresh and expressive look in no time. Ideal if you want a striking effect between color treatments or a subtle yet trendy update to your current style.
As a Finishing Touch to Balayage or Highlights
Face framing also works beautifully as an addition to a balayage or highlights treatment. By lightening the front sections slightly higher and blending them into the lower sections at the back, a natural transition is created with more depth and dimension. This technique helps the color last longer and makes regrowth less noticeable.
With balayage, face framing creates a sun-kissed glow around the face, while with highlights, it gives the classic look a modern twist. Our colorists determine during the consultation what best suits your hair, face shape, and maintenance preferences.
Why Face Framing is So Popular
- Quick and affordable refresh for your look
- Instant visible effect around the face
- Low maintenance
- Perfectly pairs with other coloring techniques
Personalized Advice at BRUSH Amsterdam
At BRUSH, we look beyond trends. We tailor your face framing to your hair type, color history, and lifestyle. During an extensive consultation, we’ll advise you on placement, shade, and technique – and whether a standalone moneypiece or integrated face framing is best for you.
Also, be sure to check out our comprehensive blog about our various hair coloring treatments for more explanation about the differences between balayage, highlights, toners, (semi-)permanent dye, and glossing.
Book Your Face Framing Treatment
Ready to refresh or upgrade your look? Book your face framing treatment at BRUSH Amsterdam today. Or combine this technique directly with a full balayage or highlights session for maximum results.
Frequently Asked Questions About Face Framing
- What’s the difference between face framing and balayage?
- Face framing focuses on the front sections, while balayage is applied throughout the entire hair. Face framing can stand alone or be part of a balayage or highlights treatment.
- Does face framing last long?
- Yes, due to its higher placement at the front, the effect remains visible for a long time. With proper maintenance, you can enjoy your fresh look for 8 to 12 weeks. We do recommend using a toner to maintain the beautiful color.
- Is face framing suitable for all hair types?
- Absolutely. Our color experts tailor the technique to your hair texture and preferences, whether you have straight, curly, thick, or fine hair.
- Do I need to redo face framing?
- To maintain the light effect, we recommend touching it up every 2-3 months, depending on your hair growth and color intensity.
- Can I combine face framing with a toner?
- Yes, we always do. A toner ensures that the lighter sections get the right tone – warm, cool, or neutral – matched to your skin tone and hair color.