Formula

Brown Butter Balayage

February 10, 2026·1 min read

luminous brown butter blonde hair

Soft, reflective blondes with seamless grow-out are defining luxury color right now—and this Brown Butter Blonde balayage by Moroccanoil® Global Ambassador and three-time #ONESHOT winner Jessica Scott Santo (@jessicascotthair) delivers exactly that. The look pairs a softly diffused root melt with a sheer, neutral gloss to enhance warmth without overpowering brightness, keeping the blonde creamy, dimensional and wearable over time. Keep scrolling for her exact formula and steps.

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The Formulas

Formula A (root melt)
Moroccanoil® Color Calypso Demi-Permanent Gel 15g 6.1 + 5g 5.0 + developer
Formula B (gloss)
Color Calypso Demi-Permanent Gel 9.91 + Clear + developer

Steps

  1. Apply Formula A at the root, melting softly into the lighter areas to create depth without harsh demarcation.
  2. Rinse and towel-dry, then apply Formula B from mids to ends to refine tone, enhance shine and keep the blonde neutral and creamy.
  3. Rinse, condition and style using Moroccanoil® Smoothing Lotion and Moroccanoil® Medium Luminous Shine Hairspray for a polished, reflective finish.

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