If you've been on the hunt for a way to refresh your hair colour without straying too far from your signature look, it's time for hair contouring to be on your radar. What is hair contouring? In terms of how it differs to regular balayage, Judge notes that "hair contouring is strategically selected sections of hair, instead of the whole head of hair." Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors(Image credit: Getty Images)Why is hair contouring worth trying? "Hair contouring is ideal if you want a low-maintenance way to refresh your colour and brighten your look without committing to full highlights," says McGill.