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The color sweep, or sweeping lights as we call it, has taken over as a modern way to balayage.

Balayage is a French highlighting technique that was developed in the 70s. Balayage means “to sweep” and has taken on many other iterations over the years as placement techniques have become continually more unique. The latest hair color trend, the color sweep, is a highlighting technique that creates an even softer finish than traditional balayage. 

Whether you curl your hair ofter or just a few times a year, having a curling iron on hand for when inspiration strikes is a must. While picking the right barrel size for a curling iron (or even a round brush) might seem intuitive, a small change in size can make a big difference. To take some of the guesswork out of picking a curling iron size, take a peek at this handy guide below.

From fashion to fringe and the inception of balayage — the French really do set the trend when it comes to effortless style. Whether you’ve been binging the latest season of Emily In Paris or are simply daydreaming about snacking on croissant under the Tour De Eiffel, there is a new trend, inspired by the French, that you can instantly achieve in the salon. The latest to come from the land of red lipstick? “French Glossing”.