A simple way to transition from highlighted to lived-in
Dampen the hair, and then root melt with a demi that matches the natural level, wet balayage to refresh dull ends, and then rise & gloss (if needed)
ROOT MELT NOTES:
- I usually always use Schwarzkopf Igora Vibrance because it’s opaque and true to level & will erase a line of demarcation
- I usually always use 6 volume lotion developer unless I’m blending grey (in which case I use 13 volume lotion developer)
- I start applying in the back and work my way to the front, taking small sections and blending every few sections with a wide tooth comb
- I always match the natural level and my go to is a -0 (natural) and a -1 (cendre)
WET BALAYAGE NOTES:
- I like to mix a clay and a regular powder lightener together
- Typically I use Schwarzkopf BlondeMe 9+ and Schwarzkopf BlondeMe Clay
- Usually I do 20 volume or higher
- I let this process for about 15-30 minutes
- This gives me about one level of lift/brightens dull blonde but if I need more lift, this is not the right technique
- I wouldn’t do this if the hair was super fragile or breaking
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