Thanks to the emergence of new trends in the field of hair highlighting, this procedure does not go out of fashion, only the types of this special coloring that are fashionable in the current season change. A special feature of highlighting is the ability to choose a dyeing technique suitable for any hair type and length. In addition, highlighting is the best and gentlest (as opposed to full chemical coloring) type of image change.
In general, the highlighting technique involves lightening only individual strands of hair. In this case, the width of such curls will depend on the chosen type of coloring and the client’s preferences. Also, highlighting techniques available to qualified professional colorists make it possible to easily disguise emerging gray hair without radically changing the hair color.
Arguments for and against highlighting
Have you decided to do highlighting? Then you should immediately find out what “pros” and “cons” can await you in this case. You should immediately reassure impressionable beauties: highlighting in most cases has a positive effect on the appearance and health of hair. Here are some compelling reasons in favor of highlighting:
- curls are only partially exposed to the coloring composition; usually the percentage of dyed hair does not exceed 20-30% of the total volume of hair;
- when highlighting, a more natural effect is achieved than when dyeing all the hair;
- when highlighting, the hairstyle looks more voluminous;
- short-haired girls can advantageously emphasize their haircut with highlights, which cannot be said about other fashionable types of coloring;
- you don’t have to go to the salon often, you can save money on this, because highlighted hair does not need constant color adjustments;
- partial skillful coloring will help completely hide gray hair;
- thin hair that has lost volume can only be saved by highlighting, which visually increases the volume in the desired part of the hairstyle;
- the price that the master will ask for highlighting will be significantly lower than when dyeing using the ombre, balayage and other methods;
- After hair grows, the color that appears in the root area does not look too unnatural at first, but fits well into the hairstyle.
Important! Highlighting is ideal for those who do not allow dramatic changes to their image, but do not mind improving their style and refreshing their hair.
In addition to the many positive aspects of highlighting, there are several “cons”. For example, you will have to spend twice as much time going to the salon for highlighting than for another type of coloring. Also, you should not do even minimal coloring for those who have had a perm. Another “minus” is the difficulty of carrying out the procedure at home, so get highlights done by professionals at the Naturel Studio salon so that the result meets your expectations.
Hair tinting after highlighting
In the case of combined use of both technologies, it is recommended to tint the hair after highlighting. When highlighting, the hair is also not exposed to chemicals, and the contrast with the natural shade of the hair creates such a play of light that even indoors the hair will shimmer, as if it were illuminated by sunlight. Highlighting not only allows you to give your hair beautiful shades, but is also a very practical dyeing method, since it only needs to be done once every two to three months.
Masters use reverse highlighting if the hair has been subjected to repeated highlighting, as a result of which the strands no longer stand out clearly and the overall hairstyle pattern is distorted. This coloring is an ideal option if there is a need to get rid of boring light tones and return to your natural hair color. The technology allows you to return to a darker color very smoothly and safely. It is also used to correct the consequences of unsuccessful previous hair coloring. With reverse highlighting, strands are collected using classical technology and then dyed in a natural color that matches the one found at the roots of the hair. Reverse highlighting offers a great opportunity for those who want to return to their original hair color without having to wait several months for colored hair to grow out and be cut.
How does highlighting affect hair?
After the procedure, the hair looks ideal for some time, provided that the highlighting technique and coloring composition are correctly selected: the hair looks bright, the volume is phenomenal. After the second (corrective) procedure, hair may not be as beautiful, especially those that have been bleached. Also, the curls begin to break, split, become dry and do not comb very well.
If you leave your hair unattended, you may need to cut off dry or yellowed ends. However, there are special products (hair care cosmetics, such as shampoos, conditioners and hair masks) that can save the situation and restore healthy shine to your curls.
Remember that for any strong hair lightening, such a strong product as the well-known hydrogen peroxide is used. If you use this solution frequently, your hair will inevitably begin to deteriorate. This is due to the thinning of the hair structure, which leads to a high degree of porosity. The result is a loss of shine and smoothness of the hair.
All of the above troubles will bypass you if you follow certain coloring rules, which an experienced specialist will help you do. By contacting a knowledgeable colorist, you will protect yourself from the unpleasant consequences of highlighting or significantly mitigate them.
What highlighting is suitable for light brown hair?
This type of hair goes well with a huge palette of shades, ranging from platinum blonde to rich chocolate. Moreover, the regrown roots are so invisible that the procedure can be done once every 3-4 months.
There are several highlighting techniques for light brown strands. Therefore, having decided to make your color more saturated, you should understand the features of each. And only then choose the appropriate option.
- California style. Its essence lies in the fact that very thin strands are dyed along their entire length in one of the lightest shades. As a result of this method, the hair looks very natural. Although the girl, in fact, becomes a cold blonde with light brown roots.
- Painting diagonally. The hair is divided in half, only now diagonally. The root zone is treated with paint, the rest is lightened with powder. The result is a harmonious combination of several shades and maximum volume.
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- Frequent coloring. Almost every strand is lightened or dyed. Therefore, if a color is chosen that is very different from the base one, then the effect of full painting is created.
- Classic highlighting. This technique allows you to highlight clear lines on the main canvas.
- Partial. Just by the name it becomes clear that this method is suitable for girls who do not want to radically change their color. This procedure can be performed on all hair or on a small area. The stripes themselves are wide and thin.
- Colored. Individual strands are dyed different colors. The result is a very impressive and original image. The most daring girls choose acidic shades of raspberry, purple and even green.
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- Large highlighting. Flash technique. As a result of using this method, the hair is dyed in wide stripes. The thickness of the strand is from 1 to 3 cm.
Now we’ll find out which option to choose depending on the length of the strands:
Short
For such hair, it is recommended to do frequent highlighting and the same toning. This will give the stylish haircut extraordinary volume and fluffiness. In addition, combinations of light brown with copper and chocolate shades look very beautiful.
If a representative of the fair sex wants to visually lengthen her hair, she should use another highlighting option - the ombre technique. It is characterized by a sharp transition from dark roots to light tips.
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Long
The advantage of such hair is that any color accents on it will look very expressive. Stylists love to work with long curls, because on them the creation of a master’s hands can be revealed in all its glory.
The most acceptable solution for long brown hair is considered to be a combination of classic highlighting with the new balayage technique. At the same time, natural shades smoothly flow to the lightened ends. The gradient will gradually become light brown. Owners of a dark tone are recommended to combine it with coral or another color in a warm pink palette.
You can also dye the strands in a shade 2 shades lighter than your own. Everything will look very natural, as if the hair was simply bleached in the sun. At the same time, healthy shine and volume will appear.
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Middle length
In recent years, the so-called gray coloring has become very popular. It suits girls with ash, dark blond, and chocolate hair color. The essence of the method is that some strands are completely bleached and then dyed ash blonde. If desired, gray strands can be tinted with any shade from the “pastel palette with a cool segment” series.
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What to do with bangs?
This question is most often asked by girls in salons. To highlight or not? In fact, it's simple. If the coloring is complete, then the bangs should also be highlighted. And when a client does ombre or shatush, they don’t touch her.
Are there any benefits to highlighting?
Not for all hair, highlighting can cause a deterioration in its structure. In some cases, such partial staining will even be useful. This applies, for example, to girls whose hair and scalp are naturally oily. After a drying bleaching procedure, they won't have to wash their hair as often to avoid the appearance of greasy, hanging unsightly strands.
If you've always had any difficulty styling unruly locks, highlighting can help. After high-quality highlighting, the curls become more pliable, manageable for curling curls and adding volume.
Another situation where highlighting will only help: if you want to become a blonde. In this case, a smooth transition with intermediate highlighting will allow you to gradually, without traumatic effects on all hair, move to lighter tones.
When not to highlight
Before you start highlighting your hair, you need to know certain “contraindications” to it. If your hair is dyed with henna or is still permed, then refrain from this procedure. Believe me, it’s not worth starting. The result can be simply unpredictable. The hair will take on an incredible shade or simply fall off.
It is also not recommended to do highlighting on very weak and damaged hair. Treat them first, and then start painting.
Basic rules for caring for curls after the procedure
Following a few simple rules will help securely secure and prolong the effect obtained from the procedure of polishing curls.
The very first rule relates to the choice of shampoos. In order for the curls to remain in ideal condition for as long as possible after polishing, you should give preference to high-quality pharmaceutical shampoos that do not contain sulfates and other aggressive components.
Every time after washing your curls, it is recommended to rinse them with herbal decoctions, which have an excellent strengthening, restoring and toning effect, and also make the natural color more saturated and radiant.
From this point of view, oak bark is ideal for brunettes and brown-haired women, and chamomile flowers and grass are ideal for blondes.
After rinsing, you need to treat your hair with a nourishing and protective balm selected according to your hair type.
After this procedure, special attention should be paid to the ends of the hair - every week, lubricate them with nourishing serums, which are present in the range of many well-known cosmetic brands. You can also use liquid forms of vitamins A and E for these purposes, available at any pharmacy.
You can also use liquid forms of vitamins A and E for these purposes, available at any pharmacy.
The beauty of polished curls will last as long as possible, provided that you regularly use home-made masks, the basis of which will be nourishing oils - almond, grape, castor, burdock or olive.
Another wonderful caring procedure that has a beneficial effect not only on the structure of curls, but also on the mental state of their owner, is aromatherapy.
To do this, you need to apply 3-5 drops of essential oil (for example, cinnamon, mint, chamomile, eucalyptus, lemon, bergamot or lavender) to the comb, then carefully comb the curls along the entire length with light massage movements.
For aroma combing, you should use massage brushes or combs that are of high quality and made from natural materials. Metal and plastic products are absolutely not suitable for these purposes.
For best results, the aroma combing procedure should be performed every two days.
Don't forget about proper healthy eating and regular intake of vitamin and mineral complexes, thanks to which your polished hair will always look shiny.
After polishing your curls, you should refrain from using a hair dryer, styler or straightener, since the thermal effect negatively affects the condition of the ends.
