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Balayage vs Highlights vs Foilyage: Which Is Right for You?
Balayage, highlights, and foilyage all lighten your hair, but they create different looks and ask for different upkeep. Balayage is soft and grown-out. Highlights are bright and uniform. Foilyage is the hybrid that splits the difference. Here is how the Studio 18 color team in Gilbert helps clients choose, and why many end up with a blend of more than one. Balayage: soft, natural, low maintenance Balayage is hand painted freehand onto the surface of the hair. The colorist places brightness where the light naturally hits and feathers it into... Read more...
How Long Does Balayage Last? A Gilbert Colorist's Honest Answer
A well-done balayage lasts three to four months before it needs a full refresh, and because it is hand painted to grow out softly, it looks good the entire time. The tone fades faster than the lightness, especially in the Arizona sun, but a $20 gloss refresh and the right home care keep it looking fresh. Here is an honest breakdown from the Studio 18 color team in Gilbert. The honest answer: three to four months Balayage is one of the longest-lasting color services precisely because of how it is... Read more...
How Much Does Balayage Cost in Gilbert AZ? (2026 Pricing Guide)
Balayage at Studio 18 Salon in Gilbert, AZ starts at $175 for partial and $245 for full, or $250 with a haircut and style. A toner or gloss refresh between appointments is $20. Below we break down what drives balayage pricing, how partial compares to full, and what to budget over a year so there are no surprises at checkout. Balayage pricing at Studio 18 in Gilbert Partial Balayage from $175 ($250 with haircut and style) Full Balayage from $245 ($250 with haircut and style) Toner / Gloss Refresh $20... Read more...
Best Balayage Salon in Gilbert AZ: What to Look For Before You Book
Balayage is the most requested color service at Studio 18 Salon in Gilbert, AZ, and for good reason. It is hand painted for a soft, sun-kissed, grow-out-gracefully look that fits the East Valley lifestyle. Partial balayage starts at $175 and full balayage starts at $245. Below is what balayage actually is, what separates a good balayage salon from an average one, and how to book the right colorist for your hair. Ready now? Book online at Studio 18 or call (480) 539-1111. What balayage actually is Balayage is a freehand... Read more...
Hair Color in Gilbert AZ: Highlights, Balayage, and Color Correction at Studio 18
Studio 18 Salon in Gilbert, AZ offers hand-painted highlights from $115, full balayage from $245, and color correction by experienced specialists. Here's how to pick the right color service for your hair. Read more...
Hand-Tied vs K-Tip vs Tape-In Hair Extensions: Which Is Right For Your Hair?
Studio 18 Salon in Gilbert, AZ installs hand-tied, K-tip, and tape-in extensions. Each method has different install time, cost, and maintenance schedules. Here's how to pick the right one. Read more...
Brazilian Blowout in Gilbert AZ: Is It Right For Your Hair?
Studio 18 Salon in Gilbert, AZ offers Brazilian Blowout smoothing treatments starting at $250. The result lasts 4-6 months and reduces frizz without changing your hair texture permanently. Read more...
Why Studio 18's Approach to Haircuts in Gilbert AZ Is Different
Studio 18 Salon in Gilbert, AZ offers haircuts for women, men, and kids starting at $10 for a bang trim. Here's what to expect at your appointment and how to pick the right cut for your hair. Read more...
Finding the Best Hair Salon in Gilbert AZ: An Honest Local's Guide
Looking for the best hair salon in Gilbert, AZ? Here's how to actually evaluate salons in the East Valley — beyond the star rating — and what to ask before you book. Read more...
Wedding Hair and Event Styling in Gilbert AZ: How to Book the Right Stylist
Studio 18 Salon in Gilbert, AZ offers wedding hair and event styling. Event style up-do is $75; wash, blow-dry, and curl is $50. Here's how to plan your wedding day hair appointment. Read more...
Meet the Studio 18 Team: 80+ Years of Combined Stylist Experience in Gilbert
Studio 18 Salon's stylist team brings 80+ years of combined experience in color, extensions, cuts, and event styling. Meet the stylists at our Gilbert, AZ location. Read more...