Learn how to create the blended, multi-dimensional honey bronde all your clients are requesting. We are spilling Farouk Systems, Inc. Creative Director Mego Ayvazian’s (@mego_ayvazian) secrets to safely lightening dark bases along with a complete step-by-step for this trendy, versatile color—plus, keep scrolling for a list of his must-have CHI® products to create luminous bronde shades. Want to recreate the look? Shop CHI® Bleach & Shine here!
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- Formula A (lightener):
CHI® 30g Bleach & Shine + 45g CHI® Color Generator 30-volume + 2 pumps of CHI® Royal Treatment Bond Rebuilder
- Formula B (toner):
CHI® 15g 10S Ionic Shine + 60g of 9I Ionic Shine + 3 shots of Violet Additive + 1 Shot of Blue Additive + 75g 10-volume developer
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Create a section from the crown to the ear and begin working in the back.
Formula
- Formula A (lightener):
CHI® 30g Bleach & Shine + 45g CHI® Color Generator 30-volume + 2 pumps of CHI® Royal Treatment Bond Rebuilder
- Formula B (toner):
CHI® 15g 10S Ionic Shine + 60g of 9I Ionic Shine + 3 shots of Violet Additive + 1 Shot of Blue Additive + 75g 10-volume developer
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Mist the section with CHI® Royal Treatment Bond & Seal to protect against breakage.
Formula
- Formula A (lightener):
CHI® 30g Bleach & Shine + 45g CHI® Color Generator 30-volume + 2 pumps of CHI® Royal Treatment Bond Rebuilder
- Formula B (toner):
CHI® 15g 10S Ionic Shine + 60g of 9I Ionic Shine + 3 shots of Violet Additive + 1 Shot of Blue Additive + 75g 10-volume developer
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Starting at the nape, backcomb a one-inch section and apply Formula A below the teased portion. Pro Tip: Apply lightener to the foil first to ensure the hair stays in place.
Formula
- Formula A (lightener):
CHI® 30g Bleach & Shine + 45g CHI® Color Generator 30-volume + 2 pumps of CHI® Royal Treatment Bond Rebuilder
- Formula B (toner):
CHI® 15g 10S Ionic Shine + 60g of 9I Ionic Shine + 3 shots of Violet Additive + 1 Shot of Blue Additive + 75g 10-volume developer
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Continue foiling upward. When at the crown, weave and backcomb a one-inch section and feather Formula A towards the tease.
Formula
- Formula A (lightener):
CHI® 30g Bleach & Shine + 45g CHI® Color Generator 30-volume + 2 pumps of CHI® Royal Treatment Bond Rebuilder
- Formula B (toner):
CHI® 15g 10S Ionic Shine + 60g of 9I Ionic Shine + 3 shots of Violet Additive + 1 Shot of Blue Additive + 75g 10-volume developer
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Next, use a diagonal forward section above the ear for a natural, blended look. Feather Formula A upwards near the tease and repeat the process on the opposite side.
Formula
- Formula A (lightener):
CHI® 30g Bleach & Shine + 45g CHI® Color Generator 30-volume + 2 pumps of CHI® Royal Treatment Bond Rebuilder
- Formula B (toner):
CHI® 15g 10S Ionic Shine + 60g of 9I Ionic Shine + 3 shots of Violet Additive + 1 Shot of Blue Additive + 75g 10-volume developer
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For the money piece, remove any fragile regrowth hairs and apply Formula A.
Formula
- Formula A (lightener):
CHI® 30g Bleach & Shine + 45g CHI® Color Generator 30-volume + 2 pumps of CHI® Royal Treatment Bond Rebuilder
- Formula B (toner):
CHI® 15g 10S Ionic Shine + 60g of 9I Ionic Shine + 3 shots of Violet Additive + 1 Shot of Blue Additive + 75g 10-volume developer
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For the remaining front quadrant, weave a one-inch section and backcomb to the root before feathering Formula A. Continue foiling until the head is covered.
Formula
- Formula A (lightener):
CHI® 30g Bleach & Shine + 45g CHI® Color Generator 30-volume + 2 pumps of CHI® Royal Treatment Bond Rebuilder
- Formula B (toner):
CHI® 15g 10S Ionic Shine + 60g of 9I Ionic Shine + 3 shots of Violet Additive + 1 Shot of Blue Additive + 75g 10-volume developer
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Cleanse with CHI® Royal Treatment Bond & Repair Shampoo and Conditioner.
Formula
- Formula A (lightener):
CHI® 30g Bleach & Shine + 45g CHI® Color Generator 30-volume + 2 pumps of CHI® Royal Treatment Bond Rebuilder
- Formula B (toner):
CHI® 15g 10S Ionic Shine + 60g of 9I Ionic Shine + 3 shots of Violet Additive + 1 Shot of Blue Additive + 75g 10-volume developer
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Use the CHI® LG Color Master Factory to create Formula B and fully saturate the hair. Process for 10-15 minutes.
Formula
- Formula A (lightener):
CHI® 30g Bleach & Shine + 45g CHI® Color Generator 30-volume + 2 pumps of CHI® Royal Treatment Bond Rebuilder
- Formula B (toner):
CHI® 15g 10S Ionic Shine + 60g of 9I Ionic Shine + 3 shots of Violet Additive + 1 Shot of Blue Additive + 75g 10-volume developer
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Cleanse with CHI® Royal Treatment Blonde Enhancing Toning Shampoo and Conditioner.
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- Formula A (lightener):
CHI® 30g Bleach & Shine + 45g CHI® Color Generator 30-volume + 2 pumps of CHI® Royal Treatment Bond Rebuilder
- Formula B (toner):
CHI® 15g 10S Ionic Shine + 60g of 9I Ionic Shine + 3 shots of Violet Additive + 1 Shot of Blue Additive + 75g 10-volume developer
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Blow-dry and style with CHI® Lava 1-inch Curling Iron.
Formula
- Formula A (lightener):
CHI® 30g Bleach & Shine + 45g CHI® Color Generator 30-volume + 2 pumps of CHI® Royal Treatment Bond Rebuilder
- Formula B (toner):
CHI® 15g 10S Ionic Shine + 60g of 9I Ionic Shine + 3 shots of Violet Additive + 1 Shot of Blue Additive + 75g 10-volume developer
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Finish the look with CHI® Royal Treatment Ultimate Control Hairspray and CHI® Royal Treatment Rapid Shine Spray.
Formula
- Formula A (lightener):
CHI® 30g Bleach & Shine + 45g CHI® Color Generator 30-volume + 2 pumps of CHI® Royal Treatment Bond Rebuilder
- Formula B (toner):
CHI® 15g 10S Ionic Shine + 60g of 9I Ionic Shine + 3 shots of Violet Additive + 1 Shot of Blue Additive + 75g 10-volume developer
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Formula
Formula
- Formula A (lightener):
CHI® 30g Bleach & Shine + 45g CHI® Color Generator 30-volume + 2 pumps of CHI® Royal Treatment Bond Rebuilder
- Formula B (toner):
CHI® 15g 10S Ionic Shine + 60g of 9I Ionic Shine + 3 shots of Violet Additive + 1 Shot of Blue Additive + 75g 10-volume developer
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