You’ve flirted with balayage. Maybe even committed to foils. But Teasylights? They’re the hot new fling your hair didn’t know it needed.
Soft. Sun-kissed. Subtly bougie. This highlight technique is making the rounds in celeb circles and salon chairs for good reason.
It’s the lovechild of two greats—balayage and foils—with a feathered, blended finish that looks like you spent three weeks in Ibiza without breaking a sweat (or your bank account).
And unlike traditional highlights that can grow out faster than your brunch reservations fill up, Teasylights are all about longevity and low drama.
What exactly are Teasylights? Basically, your colorist gently backcombs (aka teases) sections of hair before painting on the lightener and wrapping them in foil.
It sounds technical, but the result is nothing short of magic: highlights that melt into your natural color with zero harsh lines, less regrowth stress, and maximum glow.
“This is the trend of the season,” says the pros at Wella, who’ve officially dubbed Teasylights the next big salon obsession. “They give clients a fresh way to wear glistening ribbons of brightness—from root to tip.”
And trust us, everyone’s clocking it.
Hair.com calls it “the most seamless blend yet,” and celeb colorist Tracey Cunningham (you know, behind JLo’s and Khloé Kardashian’s endlessly blonde moments) has been teasing the technique in her summer previews.
Speaking of celebs—yes, it’s already creeping onto A-listers:
- Hailey Bieber was recently spotted with those “did the sun just kiss her??” ribbons of light
- Sofia Richie Grainge is making the case for soft glam Teasylights as the new clean girl blonde
- And of course, Sarah Jessica Parker is serving the Teasylights life in the chicest way possible. Her signature curls have been subtly laced with soft caramel and honey-toned pieces—proof that this trend isn’t just for Gen Z TikTokers, but for anyone who wants dimensional, grown-up glam without the harsh contrast.
Color combos are going straight-up edible this season too: mocha melt, caramel shimmer, butter beige—we’re basically describing a dessert cart, and we’re not mad about it.
The best thing? These types of highlights are low effort, high reward.
With the right placement and a half-decent shampoo routine, you can stretch them for 10–12 weeks (or longer). No aggressive root lines. No awkward grow-out. Just good hair, all summer long.
Expect to spend around $150–$350 depending on your hair length and salon—less than some full-head foil jobs, with way more staying power.
Teasylights are ideal for:
- Anyone transitioning out of winter’s deep brunette or boxed dye drama
- Clients wanting brightness around the face but not a full blonde bombshell situation
- People who love the look of effort, but not the maintenance
So yes, while balayage walked so Teasylights could shimmer, this isn’t just another trend—it’s a full-on movement toward chic, subtle, and semi-permanent hotness.
Book the appointment. Screenshot Hailey’s hair. And don’t forget your Olaplex.
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