Balayage in Buffalo Grove, IL
Hand-painted, sun-kissed dimension that grows out soft — no hard regrowth line, no brassy surprise six weeks later.
Balayage is a freehand painting technique: instead of placing color in uniform foils from the root, the lightener is painted onto the surface of the hair where the sun would naturally hit it. The result is softer, more blended brightness and a grow-out that looks intentional instead of overdue.
Liza's Sun-Painted Balayage is built around your starting color, your hair's density and the look in your inspiration photos — which is why every balayage booking starts with a photo consultation. Each blonde service is toned and finished, so you leave with the shade you actually asked for.
Who it's for
Anyone who wants brightness with low maintenance: brunettes going sun-kissed, blondes who are tired of harsh roots, and anyone who wants to stretch time between appointments.
How long it takes
Plan on about 4 hours for Sun-Painted Balayage. Longer or very thick hair can take more time — that's what the photo consultation is for.
Keeping it fresh
Balayage typically grows out gracefully. Many clients come back for a Toner Refresh or Glossing Treatment between full appointments to keep the tone clean and shiny.
Starting prices
Confirmed after photosFull menu on the services & pricing page. New to Liza? Try the New Client Cut + Gloss + Blowout for $99.
Book, send photos, get your plan
Book online
Pick your service and time on the booking page.
Send 2–3 photos of your hair + 2–3 inspiration photos
Liza texts you after booking. Photos let her block the right time and confirm your price.
Consultation, then the work
Every appointment starts with a real conversation about what you want and what's realistic for your hair.
Balayage FAQ
Sun-Painted Balayage starts at $250. Your final price is confirmed after Liza reviews 2–3 photos of your current hair and 2–3 inspiration photos, because length, thickness and starting color change the time and product needed.
About 4 hours on average. Very long, thick, or previously colored hair can take longer; Liza blocks the right amount of time after reviewing your photos.
Balayage is painted by hand for a soft, blended, lived-in result with a gentle grow-out. Foil highlights are placed in sections from closer to the root for a brighter, more uniform result. Liza offers both and will recommend the right one from your photos.
Yes. Balayage requires a photo consultation: after you book, Liza texts you and asks for photos of your current hair and your inspiration. Consultations are free.
Yes. The Money Piece is a bright face-framing highlight; it can be booked on its own (from $100) or planned together with balayage during your consultation.
Ready for your balayage appointment?
Liza is based in Buffalo Grove, IL. Clients regularly come from Long Grove, Arlington Heights, Wheeling, Vernon Hills and Northbrook. Appointment only — she works from a salon in Buffalo Grove and offers on-location visits on request.
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