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Balancing Out Blonde: When a client is dark and wants to be BLONDE

Taking a client from dark to light can be difficult not only because of the level... but sometimes because of the hair texture itself. Have you ever had a client who had individually VERY thick strands of hair that almost made it impossible to properly saturate? Almost like a slippery texture to it? Lets map out my approach to taking this client from dark to a balanced sandy blonde All photos are at the bottom of this page to reference. Product choices.... in the foils for th

Corrective Color Consultation, Formulation & Full Foil Application...

Check out this corrective color tutorial. Press play and learn! For this transformation we used a variety of different color lines within the Redken family however there is VERY important know-how knowledge in here that will help you when utilizing Shades ALK for gray coverage/blending. Especially for those clients who are minimally gray, don't want to see the gray, but don't necessarily want permanent color on their head. Formulas Used: Shades ALK: 6N + 5NCh + 7NCh + 10 volu

Soft Copper: Formula and Headsheet Breakdown...

Check out this soft copper creation! This is the direction color is moving in year, with soft hues, loud without being vibrant tones, and dimension that feels effortless. Shades EQ Formula: Fill: Yellow Kicker (.25 oz) + 09GRo (1 oz) + Clear (1 oz) Zone 1: 07NB + 07C + 07N Zones 2/3: 08C + 07GRo + 08WG + Clear all equal parts

Auburn Formula: Shades ALK & Shades EQ...

Press Play to Learn! Read below the video for more info... comment your questions below! Formula: Shades ALK 6CB + 7N Both live in the Brown to Tan background therefore telling us they both have a more natural foundation. Ratios were 6CB (.25 oz) + 7N(1 oz) at a 1:1.5 ration ith 10 volume developer. This was our interior formula. For the hairline both front and back 6CB + 8N at the same mixing ratios of CB to N. Lowlight formula: 6CB(.25 oz) + 8N(1 oz) Shades EQ Gloss in bet

Shades ALK Copper...

Press Play to Learn! Read below the video for more info... comment your questions below! Formula: 7C + 7N + 10 Volume (Equal Parts) My recommendation and what I would change: I would next time use NB within the formula. In the video I suggest 7C (.5 oz) + 7N ( slightly over .5 oz) + 7NB(.25 oz) The suggestion comes with the "why" moment of adding NB as a foundational tone that with help to control the C from being too intensified. You can also add in ALK Clear to dilute the

Master the Butter Blonde Look with Our Expert Full Foiling Tutorial Using Blonde IQ and Color Gel Oils (This is great for those wanting to learn how to approach a full foil service)...

Here is the toner formula: 07M + 06N Equal Parts: Zone 1 09V + 09G + 010N + Clear: Equal Parts: Zones 2/3 ALL ARE SHADES EQ GLOSS For the Tip Outs in the back: Color Gel Oils Clear + 30 volume For the Tip Outs in the front: Blonde IQ + 20 volume + Acidic Bonding Concentrate Conditioner For the foils: Blonde IQ + 20 volume + Acidic Bonding Concentrate Conditioner

Quick Guide to Foiling Your Front Hairline for a Flawless Finish...

My main rules: I generally begin the application in the sideburn area. I tend to do around 2-3 back-to-back foils in this area because it will create a "multiple moneypiece"... What do I mean by this? Well, have you ever skipped doing any back-to-back foils throughout the head and your client felt as if when their hair was up in the ponytail that they had disconnection? In our world that is called "The Black Hole". When we are creating a flawless hairline we need to have flui

Unlock the Secrets to the Perfect Golden Brunette Blonde Formula...

Our formula was: 07 NCh (.5 oz) 07G (.5 oz) 08WG (.25 oz) 09AA (.125 oz) ... (this was our fill formula) 06G + 06NCh Equal parts for our zone 1 07G + 08GG Equal parts for our zones 2/3 Have questions? Comment in the "comments" below! Press Play and Learn! Type in the comments what is something that you will apply to a client now that you have watched this? COMMENT BELOW :)

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