At Summit Salon Academy Mabank, we believe that a career in cosmetology is an excellent choice for individuals who are passionate about beauty and creativity. Our academy offers comprehensive training programs that prepare our students for success in the cosmetology industry. Let's explore some of the reasons why you should choose a career in cosmetology and how our academy can help you achieve your goals.

Balayage and highlights are both hair coloring techniques used to add dimension and depth to the hair, but they differ in how the color is applied and the resulting look.

Balayage is a French word meaning "to sweep" or "to paint." In the balayage technique, the color is painted onto the hair in a sweeping motion, creating a graduated, natural-looking effect. The color is usually applied to the mid-lengths and ends of the hair, with little or no color applied to the roots. This allows for a more subtle and gradual transition from the natural hair color to the dyed color.

Highlights, on the other hand, involve sectioning off small chunks of hair and applying color to them. The color is usually applied to the entire length of the sectioned hair, from roots to ends. This creates a more noticeable contrast between the natural hair color and the dyed color. Highlights are often placed around the face to frame it and add brightness to the hair.

At our academy, we're always talking to our guests about their “hair journey.” We call it a hair journey because, oftentimes, those hair photos you found on Instagram for your inspiration were not an overnight transformation – those blonde highlights took years of lightening, those chocolate lowlights require regular maintenance, and those curls you want took hours to style. Most of our guests start their hair journey with color and this can be a big decision if you've never had your hair colored before. There's no need to be nervous though – if you're working with a professional who knows how to help you reach your goals, while valuing your hair's integrity, you're in good hands. Here are some of the commonly asked questions about haircolor to get your hair journey started: