Reverse Balayage: Subtle Brunette Blend
When your grown-out blonde client asks for a fresh change, offer them a rich brunette blend (queue the subtle contrast). We’re tapping Redken Advocate and O&M Pro Artist Tia Lambourn (@tialambourn_hair) for her velvety brunette formulas and reverse balayage process—get the deets below!
Products Used
COLOR FORMULAS 
FORMULA STEPS
Before: Tia’s client came in with previous grown-out blonde and was ready for a change
1. Strategically lighten the hair with Formula A, especially around face frame, to create pops of brightness.
2. Process to your desired lift and rinse.
3. Apply Formula B as a root shadow.
4. Alternate Formula C and Formula D to create dimensional depth throughout the mids and ends. Leave out the face frame.
5. Apply Formula E to the face frame. Pro Tip: This was a freehand reverse balayage so saturation on your sections is important. Also, have a towel on hand to wipe your hands to avoid unwanted color transfer!” Tia recommends.
6. Process for the recommended time and rinse.
7. To prep for the blow-dry, Tia loves to apply Redken Acidic Bonding Concentrate Leave-In, followed by Oribe Volumizing Mousse and Kenra Professional Platinum Silkening Mist.
8. Finished look:
