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Banding, harsh grow-out and over-highlighting are some of the biggest challenges stylists face when transitioning guests away from traditional gray coverage. Redken Artist and global educator Kaine Vakai (@kainevakaihair) tackles all three through a gray blending correction designed to mimic natural gray growth. “When I approach a service like this, I always look at it as … <a href="https://behindthechair.com/articles/this-gray-blending-method-removes-banding-without-looking-over-highlighted/">Continued</a>

The Real Reason(s) Brondes Fail: Blonde Blindness, Lost Depth And Over-Foiling Bronde is one of the most requested services right now and one of the easiest to miss without a clear strategy. Clients bring in inspo expecting “expensive dimension,” but the reality often lands: too blonde and washed out too dark and one-note too warm … <a href="https://behindthechair.com/articles/how-to-make-brondes-actually-bronde/">Continued</a>

Creative Color Block How-To: Soft, Diffused Copper Sunset  Color blocking has officially entered its next evolution: Today’s version is softer, more diffused and completely customizable—which makes it the perfect entry point for clients who want creative color without diving into the full-vivid world.  BTC Editors spent the day in NYC at the Cutler Salon with Pulp … <a href="https://behindthechair.com/articles/the-new-era-of-color-blocking-softer-wearable-fully-customizable/">Continued</a>

A Step-by-Step Guide for Bright, Dimensional Blondes with a Seamless, Lived-In Root Root melts aren’t the only way to get a soft, believable blend. Salon Owner and BTC Team Member Taylor Dellatorre (@taylordidmyhair) skips the smudge entirely, building depth during the lift instead of correcting it after. By controlling where and how the lift happens, … <a href="https://behindthechair.com/articles/how-to-fake-a-shadow-root-the-foil-technique-that-changes-everything/">Continued</a>

Rich Plums, Sparkle Brunettes, No-Bleach Highlights & More Fall/Winter 2025 Hair Color Trends Fall/winter hair color trends for 2025 are deep, rich and glow-boosting. Plum reds and jewel-tone cabernets are having a major moment, sparkle brunettes are all about glossy, light-reflective ribbons, and monochromatic blondes are shifting toward clean, all-over blends with soft warmth. No-bleach … <a href="https://behindthechair.com/articles/the-10-biggest-hair-color-trends-for-fall-2025/">Continued</a>

Celebrities at the 2025 Emmys Revealed Fall’s Top Hair Color Trends One reason we loved watching the 2025 Emmys? It’s the perfect preview of fall and winter’s top hair color trends. This year delivered rooted blondes, glossy brunettes, modern reds and inky, high-shine blacks—polished, intentional looks that are ready for your client mood boards. Keep … <a href="https://behindthechair.com/articles/the-top-hair-color-trends-we-saw-at-the-2025-emmys/">Continued</a>

These Quick Tricks Are Changing How Stylists Book Their Day Most stylists see 10-minute color as a quick fix for roots—and leave it at that. But when the clock is tight or the service needs to flex, it can recover mistakes, layer in detail work, lighten the hairline without bleach and make double-booking actually doable—without … <a href="https://behindthechair.com/articles/5-genius-ways-to-use-10-minute-hair-color/">Continued</a>

From Glossy Brunettes to Old Money Blonde Bobs, Here’s How Tracey Cunningham Did It In The White Lotus Finale, the characters were spiraling, the tension was peaking—and the hair was quietly carrying the whole aesthetic. Leslie Bibb’s sleek blonde bob, which the internet quickly dubbed a “Rich B*tch Blonde”, had stylists zooming in, while Aimee … <a href="https://behindthechair.com/articles/the-white-lotus-hair-everyones-obsessing-over/">Continued</a>

Enhance Depth Without Losing Brightness for a Dimensional, Reflective Finish Bronde is one of 2025’s biggest hair color trends, and it’s easy to see why. This deep-yet-reflective shade gives clients just enough depth while keeping their options open to go lighter again. But the real magic? It’s all in the toning and placement. Bronde comes … <a href="https://behindthechair.com/articles/how-to-create-custom-brondes-with-toning-glossing/">Continued</a>

Gabriel Samra’s Step-By-Step Guide to Advanced Blonding Stop what you’re doing—the ultimate custom blonde balayage technique is finally here. Gabriel Samra (@gabrielsamra) shares his new step-by-step method in this “Custom Blonde Balayage” course breakdown from BTC University and TRUSS Professional. Get a sneak peek at his expert tips, learn common mistakes to avoid and follow his … <a href="https://behindthechair.com/articles/3-steps-to-perfect-blonde-gabriel-samras-balayage-roadmap/">Continued</a>