Bright and tasteful: all about coloring strands on light hair

What is the latest word in the world of hairdressing today? Candy colored hair! Finding this style can transform any outfit and make it a fashion statement. This is a bold and stylish way to demonstrate your individuality and attract the attention of others. However, before you open a bottle of dye, check out the guidelines to ensure that amazing hair makes the right impression.

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Colored strands on blond hair: new items and fashion trends for 2019

Many people view the hair coloring trend as an impulsive desire to instantly change their appearance. But the modern world of color has made art out of colored locks. Needless to say, even the shows of the most conservative fashion houses are not complete without creative hairstyles and haircuts?

It all started when the main pop diva of the 2000s, Christina Aguilera, began dyeing strands of her blonde hair burgundy and black. It was then that there was a real boom in color dyeing. Girls all over the world began to imitate the singer’s daring image and decorate their hair with bright elements. Today the trend is not slowing down, but is becoming softer and calmer.

And if earlier we believed that multi-colored strands were suitable exclusively for young girls, today this is a normal practice for all ages. Top colorists focus on pastel shades and creative techniques that can be selected individually for each appearance, gender and age.

In total, stylists identify the five most popular shades of coloring individual strands in 2021:

• Pink.

• Blue.

• Green.

• Reds.

• Purple.

Advice:

When choosing a dyeing color, you should not be guided by the rule “I like this color, which means I will dye my hair with it” - it is important to start from the current color of your curls and select a shade, correctly combining the base and a new color scheme.

What's trending?

A new and extremely popular method of hair coloring is Denim hair. Thanks to it, you can play with a palette of indigo shades and create incredible, sometimes even fabulous images. The jeans effect is suitable for both light-skinned and dark-skinned girls.

In this case, the curls can be dyed evenly in one color or colored strands can be used. On medium-length dark hair, you will have to pre-lighten it. You don't have to touch the roots. If you wish, you can do the opposite - create a darker bottom of the curls and lighten the top. To make the result truly pleasing, it is better to seek help from a colorist.

What is hidden coloring?

Hidden or secret coloring is a technique of partial, block application of paint, in which only the lower strands are colored. As a result of the procedure, nothing is visible when the hair is loose, but when the strands are shifted, color appears.

Usually, bright colors are chosen for the lower strands - pink, light green, red, blue, but with the current fashion for naturalness, a similar technique is also performed using calmer shades. The main rule is that the chosen shade should contrast with the base hair color.

Who is suitable for hidden coloring:

• For those who are limited by the dress code at work. It is unlikely that a business suit will go well with rainbow hair, but if you make a rainbow only on the lower layers, the appearance will remain within the office norm;
• For those who want changes, but cannot decide to radically change their hairstyle . By doing hidden coloring, you will get a fashionable hairstyle, but you won’t have to recolor all your curls;
• For those who like to experiment and create stylish hairstyles;
• Girls with medium and long curls . You can dye short ones in a bright shade, but in this case you won’t be able to hide the colored strands - there won’t be enough length for that.

Complex coloring often becomes a bright accent of different types of hairstyles - braids, ponytails, buns. Colored strands add zest to even a simple braid.

Despite all the courage, relevance and originality of the technique, it is associated with certain difficulties:

• You will have to visit a specialist to refresh the color often - about once a month. Bright colors quickly fade and curls become less attractive;
• Making neat, bright strands is difficult. In answer to the question - how to do hidden coloring yourself, we will confidently answer - not at all. Firstly, the work is carried out with the lower strands at the back, which means it is not convenient to carry out the procedure yourself. Secondly, dyes and oxidants should be selected according to hair type, condition, and color. Without knowing the basics of color, it is unlikely that you will be able to create beautiful coloring;
• High price. Although the master dyes only the lower strands, and not the entire thickness, the cost of the procedure is quite high.

Approximate prices:

• For short hair from 1600 rubles depending on the number of shades;
• To dye medium-length hair will cost from 2000 rubles. and higher;
• Long hair dyed from 2500 rubles;
• Very long – from RUB 3,500.

Also keep in mind that the procedure is lengthy. Even in a professional’s chair it takes at least 3-4 hours.

The choice of shades for the lower strands is limited solely by the imagination of the client or master, however, there are certain trends here:

• Hidden coloring of light brown hair, as well as blonde hair, is often done with mint, soft pink, peach, and ashy shades. At the same time, bright neon colors also look impressive;
• Complex coloring for brunettes is best done with bright colors, since the pastel will be lost against the background of the native hair shade.

But all these are recommendations and observations. If you decide to do complex dyeing in white or red, you want to make a rainbow on your hair or add several shades of blue - don’t give up on the idea just because it’s not in our recommendations. The main thing is to find a good master who will help you realize your plans.

The best color options for dyeing strands on light brown hair

We found out from colorists what colors brown-haired girls prefer.

Pink gold

Probably the most popular color for dyeing light strands, which has remained relevant for three seasons now. Stylists have different ways to achieve this shade. When painting your own, look for "sparkling rose" and "raspberry red" paints.

Lilac blonde

Lilac shades look perfect on light hair, and if the classic shade is universal, then lilac blonde is cool and well suited for an ashy base.

Blue ice cream

After American singer Billie Eilish appeared on stage with her blue hair, this shade gained incredible popularity. Billy mixes the color with a gray base, but stylists also advise combining it with soft shades of blonde.

Red

Any girl or woman can afford this hair color. It has nothing to do with age. There are different shades of red, you can experiment with them or create your own special style. It is very important to consider that dark red or burgundy color is suitable for those with dark skin and brown eyes, and smoky, on the contrary, for fair-skinned and blue-eyed young ladies.

Girls at a young age, when experimenting, often prefer bright red. This is very extravagant, so if you are wondering how to get colored hair so you don’t regret it later, experts recommend trying on a wig of this color or using a computer program where you can change the hair color. If you are not ready for full dyeing, but the red color really attracts you, you can partially dye your hair or do highlighting. This shade can be combined with the following colors: blue, purple or orange.

Older ladies with this color will look much younger than their age. And young girls will add brightness and spontaneity to their image.

Types of highlighting

There are more than 10 popular types of highlighting, and the list increases every year. Current light (highlights), dark (lowlights) and color dyeing, using one or several shades, with different intensities and strand sizes.

Classic

The classic technique is characterized by uniformly lightening curls by 3-4 tones throughout the entire head with one shade. Depending on the thickness of the strands, fine (up to 5 mm), thin (up to 8 mm) and large (more than 8 mm) highlighting are divided. After bleaching, the bleached curls are dyed in the desired color.

Often, masters use the total look method - they tint the entire mass of hair along with bleached strands. In this way, a harmonious combination of tones and natural tints is achieved.

The zebra (watermelon) technique is similar in principle to classic highlighting. This is a spectacular color that combines a dark background and white strands. Another option is a light base and darkened stripes. The difference in shades is 6-7 tones. The procedure is quite complicated - you need to select strands of the same thickness and distribute them evenly.

Zonal

Zonal coloring is spectacular, expressive, focusing attention on certain areas of the hair. The method involves highlighting individual areas - bangs, ends, curls near the face. Looks great on asymmetrical haircuts - one side of the head stands out, elongated strands, the top of the head with bangs. Shades that differ from the main color by 3-4 tones or contrasting bright colors are used.

Partial

Partial or rare highlighting involves painting not the entire hair mass, but some areas. A gentle method in which the hairstyle does not lose volume or dynamism. There are several types of partial painting:

1. Dark and light colors.
2. Smooth lightening of frontal curls.
3. Feather decoration. Sharp changes in the upper or lower layer of hair. Shades that are close to natural or contrasting strokes are used to structure creative haircuts with torn strands and asymmetry.
4. Veil highlighting is surface toning. A painstaking process that is based on painting small (no more than 2-3 mm) strands from the outside. It creates the feeling of a light cobweb, lace on the hair.

   

An interesting option for partial tinting is hidden or rainbow highlighting. The bottom or middle row, large strands, are painted. Made in bright, rich colors. Dyed curls are covered with a top layer of natural colored hair. This way the hairstyle becomes creative and at the same time discreet.

Californian

The basis of Californian (Hollywood, Venetian) highlighting is to create the effect of curls bleached by the sun. In the upper part the natural color is preserved, towards the bottom the strands gradually lighten.

This coloring is carried out using the stretching method - the hair is divided into strands in a checkerboard pattern or in a zigzag. Paint is applied to the ends and stretched upward with a comb. To obtain a natural and interesting shimmer, several shades that are similar in color are used.

Ombre

A fashionable technique that involves a gradient, horizontal color transition from roots to tips. Choose several natural shades or bright, saturated colors for a spectacular, bold hairstyle. The transition is smooth but expressive.

A relative of ombre is considered to be sombre - a more harmonious type of painting, the distinctive feature of which is a blurred, imperceptible transition. An extreme type of ombre is the deep-dye technique - bright contrasting colors (blue, green, purple) are applied to the ends, and a clear border is created.

Booking

Bronzing is embodied in several shades of brown, 3-4 shades lighter than the natural color. For black and brown hair, rich chocolate, coffee, and nut tones are selected. The highlights of muted blonde look original against a dark background. Light brown curls go well with honey, caramel, and wheat strands - the color becomes interesting and rich.

Balayage

Balayage is a beautiful highlighting technique that is characterized by naturalness, lightness, and elegance. The method consists of creating feathers of several shades - 2-4 tones lighter than the main color. The coloring agent is applied with a brush. The strokes are chaotic, vertical and horizontal, of arbitrary width.

After the procedure, the strands are not wrapped in foil, but dry in the open air. Then the hair located nearby is dyed, the boundaries are blurred, and natural transitions are obtained.

Shatush

Shatush is an improved version of balayage. The main feature is that before the procedure, the hair is lightly combed, the dye is applied a couple of centimeters below the roots. As with balayage, the coloring composition is applied with a brush, the strokes are chaotic. The result lasts a long time, regrown strands do not affect the condition of the hairstyle.

The shatush technique is characterized by only natural colors, several tones lighter than the main one. This coloring suits brunettes and brown-haired women - interspersed with a light shade make the styling rich.

Coloring

Coloring is a complex but popular coloring technique. It is based on the use of 3 to 15 shades of similar colors. During the procedure, the hair is divided into many strands, each of which is dyed with a specific dye.

This method creates a 3D effect on the hair, creating a feeling of depth and volume. Looks great on curls of any length and structure. The main task of the master is to correctly combine shades. Only a professional can do quality coloring.

A creative type of bright coloring is double highlighting. 2 contrasting tones are used, close to each other in color scheme - burgundy and brown, red and copper.

Palette for dark brown hair

What shades should dark-haired girls choose? Our stylists will tell you.

Royal purple

A rich and contrasting color that colorists are very fond of this season. Goes great with golden brown hair.

Living coral

It was this shade that Pantone recognized as the color of 2021. Not surprising! The color is both powdery-soft and very rich. This shade revitalizes the complexion and makes green eyes visually brighter and more radiant.

Green mint

The answer to boring turquoise and simple-minded green. This shade favorably emphasizes wheat-brown and light chestnut curls.

Violet

Hair dyed purple will definitely help you not be like everyone else and will emphasize your special style and image. It is very important that the hair is professionally colored, otherwise the desired result may not be achieved.

This color can be considered the most universal, but still it is more suitable for a cold color type. For warm-type girls, it is better to do ombre or coloring, but it will be important to take into account several important rules:

1. It is better to dye dark or dark brown hair in rich purple shades. This will give a special charm to their owner and visually increase the volume of the hair.
2. It is better to dye blond or light brown hair in lavender shades. This will make the girl more feminine and gentle.

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Colored hair can suit any lady, but when choosing a purple shade, you need to take into account age, hair length and its natural tone.

It is not necessary to dye your entire head purple; some girls prefer to dye only the ends or do an ombre that goes from a light color to a darker and more saturated one. Any type of coloring will look amazing. There are also ladies who prefer to dye only their bangs, and then comb them to the side. This is a great idea for colored hair.

Reviews about dyeing dark hair

Reality doesn't always live up to expectations, so we did a little experiment to demonstrate what coloring techniques like ombre, balayage and shatush look like. Three participants in the experiment shared their impressions and “before” and “after” photographs.

Evgeniya, 25 years old

I have dark hair slightly longer than medium length. I decided to go ombre with golden brown tips. I did the coloring in the salon because I didn’t risk such an experiment myself. This process took about three hours, but the result, to my slight disappointment, was slightly different from what I expected.

Stylist's comment: For this technique, it was necessary to choose a shade from a light chocolate or caramel range. And your master did not perform a blurred transition from dark to light, which is the main distinguishing feature of ombre coloring.

Svetlana, 26 years old

For my long and curly hair, I chose the balayage technique in golden honey tones. The procedure is long and painstaking, but I am pleased with the fact that my next trip to the hairdresser will not be earlier than in four months. Thanks to this, the high cost of this coloring does not become so scary. I'm pleased with the result. My image has become more vibrant and impressive.

Stylist's comment: The result is not bad, and the shade of the strands was chosen correctly. Your hair lacks the shine of freshly colored hair, so we recommend that you rinse with a light solution of apple cider vinegar.

Anna, 25 years old

At the salon, I was recommended to choose shatush out of all the proposed techniques, because this coloring looks most harmonious on dark brown hair, like mine. The general impression is that the hair has lightened several tones. Due to the light strands, the hairstyle appears more voluminous. This coloring looks most beautiful when placed on large curls.

Stylist's comment: For ash-blond hair, it is preferable to choose cool platinum shades of blonde and choose thinner strands for coloring. In your case, the technique of applying paint to the strand is also broken. There should be a smooth transition from a very light tone to a dark one, which should not reach the root zone.

Six fashionable techniques for coloring hair strands

Color is, of course, an important aspect in coloring, but the effect you will have on others directly depends on the coloring technique. The most popular techniques of 2019 in our selection.

Watercolor painting

Many different colors are mixed in coloring. But what shades you use is not so important: the main emphasis here is on ensuring that the transitions between colors are as soft as possible.

Highlights

A type of highlighting in which you can dye individual strands in bright colors and at the same time keep the image light and uncluttered. Highlights are similar to balayage - the stylist pre-lightens the strands using the free-hand technique in random areas, and then applies the desired color.

Marbling

A technique that was introduced to the Russian market this season by Matrix stylists. Contrasting colors are applied to the hair to replicate the marble pattern.

Hidden coloring

Many people call hidden coloring a good solution for those who want changes, but are afraid to show them clearly. However, this technique attracts even more attention.

In this case, the inner strands are lightened and dyed - those located under the upper layer of hair. They are invisible if the curls are calm and without movement.

Rainbow coloring

The most striking and especially relevant technology this year. There are no smooth transitions here, and the colors, according to the name, repeat the seven colors of the rainbow.

Ombre

Coloring that never loses popularity. It is good for both neutral coloring and bright colors. By the way, from the point of view of safety for hair health, this technique is the most successful. Not all the hair is involved here, but only the lower half or third. If the result is unsuccessful, this area can be easily trimmed without much loss.

Color options

Brunettes and brown-haired women have a bright appearance, which suits colored hair very well. Dark-haired girls can afford the most saturated shades, which will look flashy and alien on blondes.

Various dyeing techniques will help you turn dark hair into colored hair. Be prepared for the fact that your curls will have to be bleached first. Without this preparatory stage, the color dye will not cover the active dark pigment.

If you are going to partially dye your hair, only some areas will need bleaching. An alternative would be hair coloring, which creates a colored haze on dark hair - in this case, you can avoid bleaching and minimize the risk of damage.

Highlighting

Colored highlighting on dark hair allows you to get an uneven, vibrant shade that plays with tints of tones.
This trend has been tried on by many celebrities, such as Katy Perry, who loves to experiment with color dyeing. Her highlighting, done in lilac shades, looks very stylish and impressive. If you have long curls, you can try a combined technique of shatush and colored highlights on dark hair, like top model Luma Grote. To do this, choose shades of blue, purple, burgundy and fuchsia. This coloring looks especially harmonious when styled in waves.

For the most daring and creative, colorists offer “rainbow” coloring, which combines several contrasting shades. If you want maximum color highlights, your hair needs to be thoroughly bleached to create a clean base.

Balayage

The balayage technique will also help you get colored hair on light brown hair. It involves coloring using several tones, which are applied randomly to the hair and smoothly transition into one another. This creates a play of color that perfectly enlivens the image.

Light brown color is an excellent base for bright balayage. The mixture of pink, purple and blue shades is especially relevant.

Hidden coloring

With hidden under dye, the master applies dye only to the bottom layer of hair, which is visible through the mass of curls in various styles.

Plain

Fashionable colored hair, dyed in one bright tone, is the first choice option for owners of short haircuts. The short length does not allow for a full stretch from one color to another, but monolithic coloring will come in handy.

Pixel

The latest trend in hair coloring – pixel dyeing – is done by applying a geometric pattern. This requires rich, contrasting shades. Pixel technique is ideal for asymmetrical haircuts and straight hair; curls and curls will not allow the design to be “readable”.

Gradient

Fashionable colored hair in a gradient style is the choice of fearless girls with a bright personality. It is perfect for long curls, where you can create a transition of three or more shades.

Toning

Toning gives a more natural effect than previous techniques. It is performed with unstable dyes, such as special tonics, balms, masks and foams. The pigment penetrates shallowly and is quickly washed off, but is completely harmless. If you are a fickle person and like to change your hair color often, choose tinting.

In order not to make a mistake in choosing the shade of the tinting agent, use our cheat sheet:

• for golden blondes – strawberry, orange, coral;
• for platinum blondes - purple, blue, silver;
• warm brown-haired women and brunettes – plum, eggplant, burgundy, copper;
• cold brown-haired women and brunettes - blue, purple, red;
• fair-skinned – silver, blue, pink;
• for dark-skinned girls - amber, coral, wine.

Ombre

One of the most fashionable color hair dyes of 2021 can rightfully be considered a bright ombre.
It is performed by lightening and subsequent tinting of the entire mass of hair or part of it. In the first case, you get a gradient from one bright shade to another, in the second - colored splashes on a natural color. For color dyeing dark hair using the ombre technique, the most popular shades are violet, rich fuchsia, red, blue, aquamarine, green and fashionable ash tones.

Pink

Pink hair color can create several extraordinary looks: from extravagant and delicate to elegant and sexy. Owners of this shade will never go unnoticed, especially in combination with the right clothes. Light or delicate colors of the image are combined with it. Black and red will be inappropriate.

Most often, colored hair of this shade is done by blond ladies, since before dyeing the hair requires careful lightening, and not everyone decides to take such a step. Hairstyles with pink hair color look very impressive. If you don’t want to color your entire head, you can experiment with your bangs by highlighting them with this color and styling them in an unusual way.

Fashionable coloring 2020-2021: bright and unusual shades

In the 2020-2021 season, stylists offer fashionable coloring in the most unusual shades: bright blue, indigo, pink, purple, turquoise, as well as hair coloring imitating space “galaxy hair”.

Fashionable hair coloring 2020-2021 of this type is very unusual, original and bold. Not every girl and woman will agree to such bold experiments with hair.

If you still choose such a bright type of coloring, then know that you will certainly be the center of attention, attracting the amazed glances of others.

Lifehacks that will help you get a beautiful result after coloring your strands

Color dyeing consists of two stages: lightening and application of dye. Each stage requires preparation and readiness of the hair for coloring.

• Even if you already have blonde hair, it is not a fact that the color will appear beautifully, so high-quality lightening plays a primary role.
• Too frequent lightening can also cause poor-quality coloring. In this case, the hair receives a heterogeneous structure, on which the color appears unevenly, especially if we are talking about softer pastel dyes.
• When choosing a dye, keep in mind that, unlike direct dye, a permanent product requires mixing with an oxide.
• To get a pastel shade, you don’t have to look for the appropriate paint in the store; just mix a bright color with a transparent shade.
• If you want to color a strand not in one, but in several tones at once, use a creamy texture of the paint. This way you can avoid unwanted color mixing and achieve beautiful transitions.

Features of the procedure

If you have short hair, you can use a special cap through which you select feathers for lightening using a crochet hook in a checkerboard pattern. At the exit you will find small and frequent feathers.

If you are going to play with contrast, then be sure to use foil. It is used to wrap the selected strands so that the dye does not accidentally affect the rest of the hair and is better visible.

If you want to do partial highlighting with small strands, then you need to buy a special spatula comb with rare teeth. Dye is applied over this tool, and then pulled with a comb along the entire length of the hair, while adding coloring pigment.

It is not recommended to wash your hair during the procedure. This is done in order not to significantly damage the strands treated with perhydrol. Since sebum will carefully envelop each hair, the oxygenating agent does not greatly destroy its structure. Read more about whether you need to wash your hair before highlighting on our website.

Choose the right oxygen agent. If you are a blonde or light brown girl, buy a 3% oxidizer. For fair-haired beauties with normal curls, a 6–9% activator is suitable. But for dark-haired girls, depending on the thickness of their hair, experts recommend buying 9–12% oxygen.

Before starting the procedure, be sure to test the paint on your wrist or elbow. This is done in order to identify an allergic reaction to perhydrol and other components of the dye. In case of swelling or redness on the skin, it is better to abandon this type of staining.

Important point! Even with partial coloring, do not apply the coloring composition to the hair roots; it is better to retreat 1-2 cm.

Before the procedure you should obtain:

• paint and oxidizer;
• a comb with a sharp end to select strands;
• foil (if you want to play with contrast);
• a pair of gloves;
• cream for treating temples (if you dye your curls near your face or bangs);
• a cape over the shoulders (necessary for those with long curls).

Naturally light hair does not need to be bleached, but the dye can be applied straight away. In this case, experts recommend purchasing coloring pigments that do not contain ammonia.

Easy way

Special crayons will help you change the color of your curls without damaging the hair structure. In appearance, they are very reminiscent of ordinary pastels, which are used for drawing. There are several types of such products that can make colored strands. Dry pastels work well on dark hair. It is produced in the form of bars. One package can contain from 6 to 36 hair chalks.

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Using these crayons for coloring is very simple. First of all, you need to cover your shoulders with an old towel so as not to stain your clothes, because crayons crumble and can leave stains. Next, select a strand of hair, twist it into a rope and carefully rub it with a colored bar from top to bottom. Experts recommend pre-wetting dark hair with water before dyeing. You can fix the dye on your curls using a hair dryer or straightener. It is recommended to wash off the crayons after 8-10 hours.

Almost the same result is obtained when painting with shadows. These shadow crayons are produced in small jars. To dye your hair, you do not need to twist it into a braid. It is enough to hold the strand inside the shadow case and draw it from top to bottom. To obtain a more saturated color, this can be repeated several times. It should be borne in mind that pink, turquoise and blue tones fit better on light curls.

How to dye your hair at home?

This detailed diagram will allow you to dye your strands in two colors without the help of specialists.

Step 1. Prepare everything you need for painting:

• Dye;
• Clarifier;
• Brush;
• Containers for mixing compositions;
• Cape;
• Comb;
• Shampoo;
• Foil;
• Clamps;
• Balm;
• A rich cream to protect the skin.

Step 2. Separate the areas or strands you are going to dye. For convenience, secure them with clamps.

Step 3. If your hair is dark, you will have to lighten it first. To do this, prepare the composition according to the instructions described on the package, apply it to your hair, wait the required time and rinse with warm water. To avoid staining the rest of your hair, place pieces of foil under the strands.

Step 4. Prepare a coloring composition and perform two-color tinting on bleached hair. Apply it to the strands and make sure that the dye is distributed evenly and correctly.

Step 5. Wait about 20 minutes and rinse with water and shampoo.

Step 6. Use balm.

Important! In order not to make a mistake with the combination of shades, buy a ready-made set or select two shades from the same line of the same manufacturer. They can be no more than 3 tones lighter or darker than the original color of the strands.

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Partial or rare highlighting of individual strands is still popular in the world of the salon industry. This coloring option allows you to create unusual shimmers, which are either woven into the fabric of natural hair, or are designed to make the image extravagant due to contrasts. Since individual areas can be painted, zonal highlighting is considered gentle.

How to make colored strands on your hair: step-by-step technique

For coloring, of course, you should contact a professional colorist in a beauty salon - only there, after the procedure, you will get exactly the result you expected. But if you decide to experiment, our instructions can help you!

1. Prepare foil, brush, silicone container, gloves, clips, combs.
2. Before you start dyeing, do a strand test with lightening to understand how your hair reacts to the procedure and whether it retains its elasticity and structure.
3. Mix lightening powder with developer.
4. Distribute the curls into the areas you want to color and secure them with clips.
5. Place a strand of hair on a sheet of foil and apply the lightening compound using a brush. Wrap the foil. Repeat on the remaining curls.
6. When you finish applying the composition, you can begin to pull off the powder from the first strands with gloved hands (about 30 minutes should pass; see the exact exposure time on the packaging).
7. Rinse off the mixture with water and moisten your hair with conditioner, comb and only then wash your hair with shampoo. Dry your hair.
8. Using a brush, apply color pigment to clean, dry or damp hair.
9. Leave the dye on for the required time and rinse with cool water.

Blue

Girls who choose the most classic version of colored hair can dye it blue. It has several shades that will give good results on light brown hair. These include bright blue, turquoise and indigo. And dark-haired girls will have to lighten their hair for a long time to get rid of yellowness. If this step is missed, then they may not be blue, but green. Although this option may appeal to some extreme sports enthusiasts.

All blue shades require constant updating and tinting with various tonics or paints. It is not recommended to dye your hair this color at home; it is better to do it in a professional salon, so you will definitely achieve the desired shade and will not spoil your hair.

Long hair color trends 2021

Fashionable coloring for dark hair can be done by coloring both all curls and individual strands. Fashionistas should familiarize themselves with stylish coloring techniques - ombre, sombre, shatush and balayage.

Dark-haired women can afford different shades: copper-red, cherry and red. Bright colors will surprise and shock people around you: blue, violet, blue, lilac, pink and fuchsia.

Stylists note that balayage is a technique suitable for lovers of light tones. This option combines highlighting and color stretching. For example, dark blonde often turns into almost colorless, shiny ends. Coloring gives the hairstyle depth and visual volume.

A solid shade of caramel will suit those with long curly hair. Honey blonde helps create a sophisticated look, as well as relieve discomfort during the transitional season. If you want to preserve your natural hair color, you can try choosing a warm brown option. This hairstyle always looks well-groomed.

Monochrome coloring

Hair coloring involves combining colors of the same tone. Shades are selected in different saturations and depths. A common method is a combination of light curls on a black background.

A less popular method is less common - dyeing your hair white and highlighting individual strands with black. This option is ideally performed only by highly qualified hairdressers. The slightest carelessness can result in rough highlighting, which will look unprofessional.

For monochrome coloring, it is recommended to use the following palettes:

• black with an ash tint;
• dark brown;
• milky with a hint of caramel;
• brown with a purple sheen;
• espresso;
• violet;
• dark brown;
• pearl.

Coloring can be done at home, following the recommendations of professionals:

• comb all hair thoroughly;
• mix the coloring composition in a separate bowl;
• Apply to the roots with a special brush, then use a comb to distribute the coloring agent along the entire length;
• wait a certain time (usually 30-45 minutes);
• rinse well with plenty of clean water;
• apply conditioner balm.

It is important to start dyeing from the back of the head, since this is where the hair is the strongest and densest. There is no need to skimp on the coloring composition. For an ideal result, you should stock up on 2-3 packages.

Ombre

Ombre looks good on long hair. This technique involves careful transitions of different color schemes. Shades are selected both similar to each other and completely opposite. The transformation allows you to emphasize a business and solemn image.

Detailed instructions for dyeing long hair:

• rinse the strands with clean water;
• comb them and divide them into tails;
• prepare a coloring mixture for lightening;
• Apply the composition to the ends of each ponytail with a special brush;
• cover the painted areas with thick foil (keep in this state for 20-25 minutes);
• loosen the rubber bands, wash off the dye with shampoo;
• apply restoration balm;
• Dry your head thoroughly.

Shatush

A fashionable coloring technique is shatush. It looks great on dark long hair. Thanks to this option, hairdressers create a natural, smooth transition between tones in colored curls.

To experiment with the external image you will need:

• several shades of light paint;
• thin comb;
• disposable gloves;
• special brush for painting.

The coloring procedure lasts about 50-60 minutes.

To get the desired result, it is important to follow the recommendations of experienced stylists:

• throw your hair forward and collect it in a large ponytail (it is better to tie it closer to the forehead line if you want to make the image more noticeable);
• perform a dense bouffant;
• prepare a coloring mixture (for dark hair - a more saturated solution);
• use a brush or your hands to casually apply paint to the combed tail (no need to try to distribute it evenly);
• Rinse your hair well, dry it and style it with a hair dryer or curling iron.

Advantages of the technique:

• allows you to cover gray hair up to 35%;
• makes hair even more natural;
• preserves their health, since there is no need for monthly touch-ups (correction once every 5-6 months);
• versatility (suitable for any appearance and hair type).

Disadvantages of coloring:

• the lightening composition partially spoils the hair structure;
• it is not possible to achieve dramatic changes in appearance;
• it’s too popular, so you won’t surprise anyone with this option.

Coloring

A method of coloring hair with individual curls, the presence of which can be combined from 2 to 20. To emphasize expressiveness, hairdressers use bright and sophisticated tones for native strands. You can colorize both dark and light hair.

Type of procedure:

• horizontal (applying several shades to each strand, with the roots being painted with darker paint than the ends);
• vertical (a certain color is applied to individual curls along the entire length);
• zonal (coloring different components of the hairstyle);
• patterned (the coloring composition is applied to the hair using forms in the form of an image or pattern).

Technique:

• dilute the paint for coloring in a separate container of different colors;
• thoroughly lubricate the skin around the hair with emollient cream;
• the width between the strands should not be more than 0.5 cm (carefully fix the rest of the hair with a cloth);
• after applying the coloring composition, place each curl in thick foil;
• carry out the procedure according to the principle - from the back of the head to the forehead;
• after painting 1 row, move on to the next;
• keep the composition for about 35-45 minutes;
• Carefully remove the foil and rinse each strand separately with clean water;
• Rinse your hair completely and apply a special balm.

Advantages of the method:

• the most gentle way;
• after the procedure, the hair structure does not suffer;
• the result looks flawless for a long period of time;
• makes the hairstyle voluminous and fashionable.

You should also consider its disadvantages. Only a qualified hairdresser can perform the technique. It is almost impossible to get the desired result at home.

Complex coloring with bright shades

Bright curls can be obtained in several ways and for different periods of time: from 1 day to 2-3 months.

Tinting long hair is an easy way to change your look without harming your own curls. It washes off after 2 weeks. Special paints, tonics, jelly-like dyes, tinted shampoos, mousses and conditioners will help to emphasize the appearance.

Fashionable coloring for dark hair. Photo

Advantages of coloring for a short period of time:

• makes hair soft and silky;
• the image can be changed every 2-3 days;
• there is no information about further hair damage;
• There are special chemicals that can be used to quickly wash off the boring color.

Minuses:

• the paint washes off quickly;
• dark-haired people must lighten their hair in advance for the result to be visible;
• Toning products do not cover gray hair.

To get rid of gray hair, you need to trust only professionals, since the paint in some cases can behave unpredictably.

Now there are the following techniques for dyeing strands in bright colors:

• highlighting (obtaining bright highlights);
• ombre (sharp transition of 2 colors);
• shatush (distribution of bright shades along the entire length);
• balayage (uneven application of coloring composition);
• under-dye (separate coloring of the temples or back of the head, the bottom is bright and colorful, and the top is natural);
• applying multi-colored paint to several strands.

If the result does not meet expectations

As for crayons and false curls, everything is very simple. In the first case, you can comb out the excess pigment with a comb or completely wash off the chalk.

The extensions are easy to remove. Extensions, however, too. True, you will have to contact a master.

The situation is more complicated with radical coloring. You can try painting over colored strands you don’t like with a dark color. In this case, you will have to injure your hair again.

In general, any bright coloring requires expressive makeup in appropriate colors. Maybe just try some new shadows?

Which paint to choose

High-quality paint is half the success of the transformation. In this case, there is no need to use cheap products or products from little-known manufacturers.

Experts suggest turning to proven dyes, such as:

• bright, long-lasting Estel Essex Lumen cream paints or the Solo Contrast series of the same company;
• Matrix SoRED cream paints with a wide selection for red highlighting;
• Igora Royal Fashion Lights products.

These brands have established themselves as expert paints. They will provide a long-lasting, bright, trendy shade without any unpleasant surprises.

Advice. If you're not sure that bright blue, red or purple highlights will go with your appearance, do a test with crayons. They are harmless, wash off quickly, so if the attempt is unsuccessful, they will not cause any grief.

Advantages and disadvantages

Color highlighting has many advantages Color highlighting has a lot of undeniable advantages:

• refreshes the image;
• transforms and rejuvenates the face;
• emphasizes eye color;
• perfectly masks gray hair;
• corrects facial imperfections and makes skin tone healthier;
• large selection of color options.

But there are also disadvantages:

• some shades wash off quite quickly;
• if your hair is prone to dryness, there is a chance that after dyeing it will look more untidy;
• a very complex and expensive dyeing process.

Reference! When highlighting at home, it is very difficult to get a pure shade without first lightening.

Features of care after painting

In order for the color to remain saturated, it is important to follow simple rules for caring for colored hair. Here are the main ones:

• use cosmetics (shampoo, conditioners, masks) marked “for colored hair”;
• the first days after dyeing, do not wash your hair so that the result is permanent;
• take care of moisturizing your hair and strengthening curls that have been exposed to chemicals;
• If possible, avoid hot styling with an iron and hairdryer;
• on bleached strands, periodically use silver or purple shampoo, this is an excellent way to combat red hair;
• Apply conditioner after every wash.

Multi-colored dyeing will help you create a unique, beautiful and fashionable look. Bright wine and burgundy, unusual purple and pink, soft milky or chocolate shades on the hair are an opportunity to stand out, add zest to your appearance, focus on your strengths and hide your flaws. Don't be afraid to experiment, be bright and irresistible!

Answers to important questions about hair highlighting:

• Do I need to wash my hair before highlighting;
• how to do highlights on colored hair;
• how to avoid failures when highlighting hair dyed with henna or basma;
• is it harmful to do during pregnancy, lactation, during menstruation;
• how often can highlights be done;
• why tint your hair after highlighting;
• What is the difference between male highlighting?

Useful videos

How to do highlighting correctly.

Hair highlighting followed by tinting.

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Stylists offer us the most fashionable hair coloring of 2020-2021, represented by such popular techniques as ombre, sombre, shatush, babylights, balayage.

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Reviews

There are a lot of reviews about colored hair. Girls regularly experiment with their appearance, but many advise trying crayons before major coloring. They wash off easily and do not require any care. This way you will choose the right shade for yourself, after which you can dye your hair permanently. But remember that any color requires careful care and periodic updating.

How often can highlights be done?

It is recommended to update color highlighting once a month. Experts recommend updating coloring every month , and in the intervals between corrections using colored tonics and shampoos to update color.
If you like the color that turns out as it washes out and does not bother the growing roots, you can correct it no more than once every three months.