Photo credit: Instagram via @gabrielsamraBy Ali D.·April 16, 2025
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Nothing says vibrant, sexy, bleach blonde hair quite like a TRUSS Professional Global Ambassador Gabriel Samra (@gabrielsamra) creation. We hosted Gabriel on TikTok Live so he could share his fast, go-to foiling technique and "teasing formula" for his iconic balayage.
Creating a beachy, effortless-looking balayage will require precise foiling—and a lot of intentional teasing. Don't get hung up on how "hand painted" this balayage looks, the REAL technique hides inside the root and teasing pattern.
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