Balayage in Kennedy Township, PA | Plush Salon & Spa Oakdale
Balayage Color Experts Serving Kennedy Township, PA
Kennedy Township sits right between McKees Rocks and Moon Township along Steubenville Pike. That puts Plush Salon & Spa about 10 minutes west of you in Oakdale. No detours. No highway merging. Just follow Route 30 and you are at our door.
Balayage is one of the most popular services we offer, and for good reason. It delivers the kind of color that looks like it belongs on your hair. Not placed in uniform lines. Not growing out with a sharp root line. Just soft, blended dimension that looks better the longer you wear it.
How Balayage Works
The word balayage comes from the French word for "sweeping." That describes exactly how the color is applied. Your colorist uses a brush to paint lightener directly onto sections of your hair in a sweeping motion. No foils. No caps. Just freehand technique.
Because the color is painted on rather than pulled through a uniform pattern, the result has natural variation. Some pieces are brighter. Some are softer. The transition from your base color to the highlighted ends is gradual, which is what makes balayage grow out so gracefully.
This technique works on every hair color. Brunettes get caramel or honey tones. Blondes get brighter, sun-kissed dimension. Redheads get copper and golden accents. Your colorist will custom-mix the lightener and toner based on your natural base and skin tone.
Balayage Pricing at Plush Salon
Balayage services start at $105. The final price depends on a few factors:
- Hair length (shoulder length vs. mid-back vs. waist length)
- Hair thickness and density
- How many levels of lightening are needed
- Whether you are starting from virgin hair or previously colored hair
Your colorist will give you a clear price during your consultation. No surprises at checkout.
Most balayage appointments run 2 to 3 hours. That includes consultation, application, processing, toner, and a finished blowout.
Why Kennedy Township Clients Choose Plush Salon
Kennedy Township is a residential community with limited commercial development. Most salon options require driving into McKees Rocks, heading up to Moon, or crossing into Robinson. Plush Salon in Oakdale offers another option that is closer than you might expect.
The drive from the Clever Road or Pine Hollow Road areas of Kennedy Township takes about 10 minutes heading west on Steubenville Pike. You pass through Imperial and arrive at the salon at 7014 Steubenville Pike. Parking is free and right outside.
Our team includes multiple colorists who specialize in balayage. Tiffani brings a strong eye for placement, especially for clients who wear extensions and need their balayage to work with added hair. Desi is known for rich, warm tones and seamless blending. Amanda handles color with the same attention to detail she brings to her lash work.
Maintaining Your Balayage Between Appointments
One of the biggest advantages of balayage is the maintenance schedule. Most clients come back every 12 to 16 weeks for a refresh. Compare that to traditional foil highlights, which typically need a touch-up every 6 to 8 weeks.
Between appointments, a few habits will keep your color looking fresh:
- Wash with sulfate-free shampoo to preserve your tone
- Use a purple shampoo once a week if you have blonde or light balayage
- Avoid excessive heat styling, or use a heat protectant every time
- Schedule a gloss or toner refresh (starting at $45) at the midpoint between full appointments
We stock professional products from Redken, L'Oreal, Keune, and Olaplex. Your colorist will recommend the right products for your specific shade and hair condition.
Combine Balayage with a Cut
A fresh cut makes balayage look even better. Layers add movement, and movement is what catches light. When your hair moves, the balayage dimension shows. Many clients book a cut and balayage together to get the full effect in a single visit.
Women's cuts start at $40 and can be added to any color appointment.
Book Your Balayage
Plush Salon & Spa is open Tuesday through Thursday 12pm to 9pm, Friday 10am to 6pm, and Saturday 9am to 4pm.
Call 412-275-3442 or schedule online.
