Babylights Are Trending: They’re The Golden Hour Filter For Your Hair

There’s a reason our fave girl crushes look like they’re on holiday all year round – and it isn’t actually down to a jet-set lifestyle. Unbeknown to many of us, that sun-kissed glow is the result of a clever hair colour technique. Beloved by everyone from Alia Bhatt to Shanaya Kapoor and Hailey Bieber, that’s the reason these celebs look like they’ve just holidayed.

Say hello to babylights! It’s likely that you and babylights have been one at some point or another. In fact, they often come naturally when sun-meet-strands, and as you know, when they do meet, it’s magic. Babylights are, as the name suggests, a delicate version of highlights that give your hair a lot of dimensions and the illusion of naturally glossy, sun-kissed hair without even trying. If you’re into sun-licked strands, here’s we’re dishing on everything you need to know about the latest catchy-named hair colour craze.

What Are Babylights?

Babylights are the delicate and more toned-down version of highlights. Babylights are essentially mini-highlights. They are weaved super thin and smaller gaps are left between foils to create a more natural blend with the base colour. They do not necessarily create that dramatic dimension but more so a subtle sun-kissed look.

Who Do Baby Lights Look Best On?

While the technique may have been inspired by the bright, sun-kissed strands of light-haired babes, it’s not just for blondes. This look is actually suited for anyone. Because the highlights are so subtle, the technique can be used on any hair colour. On darker hair, you would just get the babylights a little lighter than the current colour – it’s customizable to one’s hair colour.

Remember That Colour And Cut Go Hand In Hand

If you’re thinking about trying out the babylights look, consider your hairstyle too. To get the most out of this hair colour, we prefer a shoulder-length or longer style that is fluid and natural, rather than a cut that is architectural. Besides being soft and subtle, the other advantage of babylights is how glossy it looks on your hair. It’s also important to keep this colour looking exceptionally shiny, so women should enhance the looking by using shine serums, sprays, and oils.

How To Maintain Babylights?

And not the best bits of all, it’s about as low maintenance as it gets. Other techniques, such as ombre or full colour are more drastic. There is a little more non-committal and allows for very subtle regrowth. Because the highlights are so finely woven, the highlighted roots blend undetectably into the natural hair colour as it grows. Spreading your appointments out and making sure you’re not colouring the same hair will help keep this subtle look perfectly maintained. Now, lets dive deep into the inspo shots below and find the perfect ones to take straight to your hairstylist. You can thank us later!