Mint on the Avenue, an Aveda Concept Salon at 228 N Park Avenue in Winter Park, FL 32789, offers hand-painted balayage starting at $175, with consultation-first pricing and Aveda Botanical Repair bond protection included in every lightening service. The salon sits a few steps from the Morse Museum of American Art and Central Park’s koi ponds, where each stroke of lightener is placed by hand to follow the natural fall of your hair — producing dimension that looks grown-in from the first appointment. Guests travel to Mint on the Avenue from Baldwin Park, College Park, Maitland, and Audubon Park, in addition to the 32789 ZIP code, many folding a color appointment into an afternoon already anchored by Prato, the Winter Park Farmers Market, or a walk along the Rollins College campus.
What Is Balayage and How Is It Applied?
Balayage is a French painting technique that deposits lightener freehand across the mid-lengths and ends, leaving the root area soft and undemanding. Because there are no foils and no hard lines, the color grows out gracefully — a quality that suits the unhurried pace of life along Central Park and Park Avenue in Winter Park, FL.
- Classic Balayage
- Freehand lightening through mid-lengths and ends for soft, natural dimension. Includes toning gloss. Priced at $175–$225.
- Full Balayage
- Comprehensive hand-painting from root shadow through ends, ideal for more pronounced contrast or full-coverage dimension. Priced at $225–$295.
- Balayage with Botanical Repair Treatment
- Any balayage service paired with Aveda Botanical Repair bond-building treatment to restore strength and surface smoothness. Priced at $260–$340.
- Balayage Refresh Gloss
- A toning and glossing appointment designed for guests returning within 10–14 weeks to refresh tone without full re-lightening. Priced at $85–$115.
Every balayage at Mint on the Avenue begins with a thorough consultation so your colorist understands your hair history, your daily routine, and the depth of contrast you actually want. The goal is always hair that looks considered, not constructed.
What Balayage Services Does Mint on the Avenue Offer?
The color menu at Mint on the Avenue is built around the range of results guests most often seek — from a sun-warmed gloss to a high-contrast statement. Pricing reflects the time and product required for your specific hair length and density. Aveda Botanical Repair bond-building treatment is included with every lightening service, and a toning gloss is standard with Classic and Full Balayage.
- Classic Balayage — $175–$225. Freehand lightening through mid-lengths and ends for soft, natural dimension. Includes toning gloss.
- Full Balayage — $225–$295. Comprehensive hand-painting from root shadow through ends, suited to more pronounced contrast or full-coverage dimension.
- Balayage with Botanical Repair Treatment — $260–$340. Any balayage service paired with Aveda Botanical Repair to restore bond strength and surface smoothness.
- Balayage Refresh Gloss — $85–$115. Designed for guests returning within 10–14 weeks to refresh tone without full re-lightening.
Most balayage appointments run two to three hours, depending on hair length, density, and the level of contrast you want. Time is always built in for a toning gloss and a brief style finish.
Why Choose Mint on the Avenue for Balayage in Winter Park?
Mint on the Avenue is an Aveda Concept Salon — a designation that reflects both the product standards held here and the environment maintained for guests. Colorists train continuously in placement technique and Aveda color science, so the consultation you receive is grounded in current craft. Aveda Botanical Repair bond-building treatment is included in every lightening service, and Nutriplenish is on hand to support moisture balance throughout the process. Pricing is transparent and confirmed during consultation before any work begins.
- Aveda Concept Salon standards for color and care
- Continuous colorist education in balayage technique
- Botanical Repair bond protection included in every lightening service
- Transparent, consultation-based pricing before any work begins
Where Is Mint on the Avenue Located in Winter Park?
The salon sits at 228 N Park Avenue in the heart of the 32789 ZIP code, a few steps from the Morse Museum of American Art and the Saturday Winter Park Farmers Market — making it easy to fold a color appointment into an already pleasant afternoon. Guests arrive from across the 32789 ZIP as well as from Baldwin Park 32814, College Park 32804, Maitland 32751, and Audubon Park 32803. The salon is also a short walk from the Winter Park SunRail and Amtrak station, which makes the trip straightforward for guests traveling from Lake Mary 32746 or beyond.
- Located at 228 N Park Avenue, steps from Central Park’s koi ponds
- Convenient to Baldwin Park 32814, Maitland 32751, and College Park 32804
- Walking distance from the Winter Park SunRail and Amtrak station
How Long Does a Balayage Appointment Take?
Most balayage appointments run two to three hours, depending on hair length, density, and the level of contrast you want. The schedule always includes time for a toning gloss and a brief style finish. Guests who return within 10–14 weeks for a Balayage Refresh Gloss can expect a shorter appointment focused on refreshing tone rather than re-lightening.
Common Questions About Balayage at Mint on the Avenue
These are the questions colorists hear most often during consultations. If yours is not here, call or text before your appointment — a thorough answer in advance is always preferable to a rushed one at the chair.
How often will I need to come back?
One of balayage’s defining qualities is its forgiving grow-out. Many guests return every ten to fourteen weeks, though some stretch appointments to four or five months without the result looking neglected.
Can balayage work on dark or previously colored hair?
Yes, though the process may require more time or a preliminary treatment to lift evenly. Your colorist will assess your current level and history during the consultation and set realistic expectations before any lightener is applied.
What Aveda products do you recommend for balayage maintenance at home?
Aveda Botanical Repair shampoo and conditioner are the standard recommendation to preserve bond integrity, along with Nutriplenish for moisture balance. Your colorist will suggest the specific regimen that fits your hair’s texture and porosity.
Is a separate consultation appointment necessary?
For most guests, the consultation happens at the start of the service appointment. If your hair has complex history — significant previous color, extensions, or a dramatic change in direction — a brief standalone consultation may be suggested first.
Do you offer balayage for men?
Yes. The technique adapts well to shorter lengths and is a natural fit for guests who want sun-warmed dimension without a high-maintenance commitment.
To book a balayage consultation or ask a question before your appointment, visit Mint on the Avenue at 228 N Park Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32789, call 407.645.2264, or text 830.390.0226.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does balayage cost at Mint on the Avenue in Winter Park?
- Balayage at Mint on the Avenue in Winter Park, FL starts at $175 for a Classic Balayage and ranges up to $295 for a Full Balayage. A Balayage with Aveda Botanical Repair Treatment runs $260–$340. Pricing reflects hair length and density, confirmed during a consultation before any work begins.
- How often do I need to touch up balayage?
- Because balayage uses freehand placement with no hard lines, the grow-out is gradual and flattering — most guests return every 10–14 weeks for a Balayage Refresh Gloss ($85–$115) to refresh tone without full re-lightening, rather than requiring frequent root appointments.
- What is the best Aveda salon for balayage near Rollins College in Winter Park?
- Mint on the Avenue, located at 228 N Park Avenue in Winter Park, FL 32789 — a short walk from Rollins College and the Morse Museum — is an Aveda Concept Salon specializing in hand-painted balayage. Colorists train continuously in placement technique and Aveda color science.
- Does balayage damage your hair?
- Mint on the Avenue includes Aveda Botanical Repair bond-building treatment with every lightening service to restore strength and surface smoothness. The salon also uses Aveda Nutriplenish to protect hair integrity before, during, and after the balayage process.
- What is the difference between classic balayage and full balayage?
- Classic Balayage at Mint on the Avenue focuses freehand lightening through the mid-lengths and ends for soft, natural dimension ($175–$225). Full Balayage extends hand-painting from a root shadow through the ends for more pronounced contrast or full-coverage dimension ($225–$295).