Create a horseshoe section. Note that the shorter area underneath will not connect to the longer top area. Create a slight diagonal section at the front hairline and cut to desired length. The hair will be slightly longer through the temple area and shorter in the hairline area.

Work to the center back in this manner, working with static, vertical sections. Repeat on the opposite side.

Use a scissor-over-comb technique throughout the hairline and perimeter to refine the hairline and create a close-fitted head shape. Always work with the natural hairline growth pattern.

Proceed to the side and back overhang. Create horizontal sections, and cut to desired length. Point-cut for softness, and cut through the comb for control. These sections will not connect to the underneath area.

Work up to the top of the head in this manner. Repeat the process on the opposite side. Elevate each parting slightly to soften the line.

Create a section from the crown to the front hairline and point-cut to create softness and texture. Continue working in parallel sections in this manner.

Cross-check and refine the top section.

Continue cross-checking and point-cutting the top section, then blow-dry with a flat wrap method.

Comb the hair to natural fall, and create the desired fringe length. Elevate and point-cut to create a soft line.

Create a straight parting at the top of the crown and form a half circle to the apex.

Place the lightener 2 inches below the parietal ridge in a 2-inch section over the left ear.

Move toward the center, continuing the 2-inch application technique.

Continue working to the right side above the ear, connecting the 2-inch application. Do not go beyond the right ear.

Drop a veil section over the previous application. The amount of hair will be based on how bright you want the finished shine line to be.

Repeat steps 2 through 4.

Process until the desired level of lift is achieved.

Rinse, shampoo and condition with BC Color Freeze Shampoo and Conditioner. Blow-dry the hair, smooth the lengths with a flat iron and work in Osis+ Dust It for lift and separation.

Finished Look