Over the past few years, we’ve transitioned from foil highlights and solid all over color to softer and more gradient, natural looking, sun kissed coloring & highlighting techniques.

The term Ombre’age, Also known as Sombré, soft or subtle ombré used to describe the combination of using two different techniques, Ombre and Balayage.

The Ombre’age hair color trend epitomizes an easy, Fall look. The slow fade styles add depth, dimension and you don’t have to be visiting the salon every few weeks for a touch-up.

Ombre’age is essentially incorporating Balayage & ombre together. Rather than there being such a harsh transition between the darker color from the root to mid-length and the drastically lighter color from the mid-length to ends, Balayage in between the ombre merging the two together to create a more seamless gradation effect!

Ombre’age, is also perfect for someone who wants to try color for the first time, lighten their natural color, or for a client who enjoys the low maintenance aspect of this color technique.

It looks great with every color from Brunette, Red, dark or light, but remember,it’s all about being soft!

Can Blondes Rock Ombre’age, Too!

Good news, blonde girls! You, too, can rock the Ombre’age trend, which might be a relief given that ombre tend to work best on natural brunettes.
To maximize the styling effect and the Ombre’age color trend, you need to be dark blonde, however. This is a great way to spice up your hair color or add a new dimension without changing hair color drastically.

If you are looking to try this trend, The key is to find the best colorist who has a good understanding of how to execute this technique. See if they have some pictures of their work to show you for reference or take in a couple of photos of your own. Find a picture that has the colors you like and one that shows how you want the Ombre’age to look, where the colors start and stop, and be open to new ideas. Have fun with it!”