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Ombre and balayage are two well-known hair coloring methods that are applied to wigs as well, but each produces a different appearance and effect.

Ombre is derived from the French for "shaded" or "graduated." An ombre wig includes a bold transition from color to color, typically dark at the roots to light at the tip. The color change is more apparent and distinct. For instance, you can find a wig that begins with darker brown roots but gradually transitions to a lighter blonde or even a bold shade, such as red or blue. Ombre wigs are perfect if you want a dramatic, two-tone effect.

Balayage is another French term for "to sweep." In balayage wigs, the pigment is hand-painted onto the hair to produce a more natural, sun-bleached look. The highlights are softer, more subtle, and blended compared to ombre styles. Balayage features several tones that work together to create depth and dimension without a sudden color change. These wigs tend to replicate how the hair lightens up naturally in the sun.

In short, ombre wigs are a dramatic, color-gradient effect with a definite transition, whereas balayage wigs are a more natural, blended effect with strategically placed, lighter streaks throughout the hair. Both are gorgeous; it's up to you whether to go dramatic or natural-looking.