What's the difference between balayage and ombrŽ, you ask? OmbrŽ hair starts dark and transitions to a lighter shade at the ends. Balayage, on the other hand, is characterized by intermittent highlights dispersed throughout the hair, almost like subtle strokes of paint. We're focused on the best examples of balayage highlights for brown hair, whether light caramel or deep mahogany. Get all the balayage inspo you need before your next hair appointment.