Caramelized Balayage

HOW-TO STEPS

• 1

  In the front: use Formula A in diagonal back sections starting in front of the ear and working up toward the parting, skipping every other section. Leaving every other section uncolored creates a more dimensional look, says Jonathan.

• 2

  Using Formula A, balayage a strong face frame on the hairline from Zone 2 through the ends, making sure to fully saturate the ends, and feathering up from the ends toward the midlengths of each section.

• 3

  Continue this pattern on both sides of the head, wrapping each highlighted section in plastic wrap.

• 4

  In the back: starting in the nape area, once again take diagonal back slices on the left and right side, creating a V-shaped section. Balayage every other section working up toward the top of the crown, making sure to fully saturate the ends.

• 5

  Process for 30 to 45 minutes, until a Level 9 yellow is achieved. Then rinse and shampoo.

• 6

  Apply Formula B at the roots only until yellow is minimized and slightly deepened in tone to a Level 8 (about four minutes).

• 7

  Apply Formula C from midlengths to ends, and process for five minutes.

• 8

  For the last two minutes of process time, melt Formula B into Formula C to create a blend between the two shades, melting the roots into the middle sections.

• 9

  Follow with Bumble and bumble Quenching Shampoo & Conditioner. 

• 10

  To style, apply Bumble and bumble Styling Creme in Zone 1 only for root lift and added density.

• 11

  Apply Bumble and bumble Hairdresser’s Invisible Oil at ends for heat protection and as an end sealant. Rough-dry at roots for added volume and around brush lengths for a smooth finish.

• 12

  Using the 1¼-inch Hot Tools Marcel Curling Iron, create a texture wave by curling in the midsection only, leaving the roots and ends straight.

• 13

  After the curl set is complete, break up the waves with your fingers and finish with Bumble and bumble City Swept Finish to give a second-day finish to waves. Complete the style with a light layer of Bumble and bumble Spray de Mode Hairspray.

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  • Formula A

    1 part Goldwell Silklift Strong + 1 ½ part 30-volume Goldwell Silk Lift Conditioning Cream Developer

  • Formula B

    Equal parts Redken Shades EQ 8N + 9V

  • Formula C

    Equal parts Redken Shades EQ 9NB + 9V

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  Finished look