How-To: Slay the Blend

- Formula A:
PRAVANA ChromaSilk 5N + 6.22 + 10-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula B:
Oligo Professionnel Clay Lightener + 1 dot Cool Tones Lightener + 30-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula C:
Oligo Clay Lightener + 1 dot Cool Tones Lightener + 20-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula D:
Redken Shades EQ 5N + Olaplex No.1
- Formula E:
Redken Shades EQ 7P + Olaplex No.1
- Formula F:
Redken Shades EQ 9V + 9P + Clear + Olaplex No.1
Begin by applying Formula A to the regrowth using a quadrant sectioning pattern.

- Formula A:
PRAVANA ChromaSilk 5N + 6.22 + 10-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula B:
Oligo Professionnel Clay Lightener + 1 dot Cool Tones Lightener + 30-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula C:
Oligo Clay Lightener + 1 dot Cool Tones Lightener + 20-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula D:
Redken Shades EQ 5N + Olaplex No.1
- Formula E:
Redken Shades EQ 7P + Olaplex No.1
- Formula F:
Redken Shades EQ 9V + 9P + Clear + Olaplex No.1
Using Formula B, begin balayaging in the back of the head on the midlengths. Saturate the ends using Formula C.

- Formula A:
PRAVANA ChromaSilk 5N + 6.22 + 10-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula B:
Oligo Professionnel Clay Lightener + 1 dot Cool Tones Lightener + 30-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula C:
Oligo Clay Lightener + 1 dot Cool Tones Lightener + 20-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula D:
Redken Shades EQ 5N + Olaplex No.1
- Formula E:
Redken Shades EQ 7P + Olaplex No.1
- Formula F:
Redken Shades EQ 9V + 9P + Clear + Olaplex No.1
On the side sections, paint Formula A in a V-shaped pattern and use Formula B to paint around the section.

- Formula A:
PRAVANA ChromaSilk 5N + 6.22 + 10-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula B:
Oligo Professionnel Clay Lightener + 1 dot Cool Tones Lightener + 30-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula C:
Oligo Clay Lightener + 1 dot Cool Tones Lightener + 20-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula D:
Redken Shades EQ 5N + Olaplex No.1
- Formula E:
Redken Shades EQ 7P + Olaplex No.1
- Formula F:
Redken Shades EQ 9V + 9P + Clear + Olaplex No.1
Process for 45 minutes, then shampoo with Oligo Professionnel Blue Shampoo.

- Formula A:
PRAVANA ChromaSilk 5N + 6.22 + 10-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula B:
Oligo Professionnel Clay Lightener + 1 dot Cool Tones Lightener + 30-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula C:
Oligo Clay Lightener + 1 dot Cool Tones Lightener + 20-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula D:
Redken Shades EQ 5N + Olaplex No.1
- Formula E:
Redken Shades EQ 7P + Olaplex No.1
- Formula F:
Redken Shades EQ 9V + 9P + Clear + Olaplex No.1
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Apply Olaplex No.2, shampoo again and towel-dry.

- Formula A:
PRAVANA ChromaSilk 5N + 6.22 + 10-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula B:
Oligo Professionnel Clay Lightener + 1 dot Cool Tones Lightener + 30-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula C:
Oligo Clay Lightener + 1 dot Cool Tones Lightener + 20-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula D:
Redken Shades EQ 5N + Olaplex No.1
- Formula E:
Redken Shades EQ 7P + Olaplex No.1
- Formula F:
Redken Shades EQ 9V + 9P + Clear + Olaplex No.1
Apply Formula D to regrowth, Formula E on the midlengths and Formula F on the ends. Comb through, and melt the colors together. Process for 20 minutes.

- Formula A:
PRAVANA ChromaSilk 5N + 6.22 + 10-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula B:
Oligo Professionnel Clay Lightener + 1 dot Cool Tones Lightener + 30-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula C:
Oligo Clay Lightener + 1 dot Cool Tones Lightener + 20-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula D:
Redken Shades EQ 5N + Olaplex No.1
- Formula E:
Redken Shades EQ 7P + Olaplex No.1
- Formula F:
Redken Shades EQ 9V + 9P + Clear + Olaplex No.1
Shampoo, condition and style as desired.

- Formula A:
PRAVANA ChromaSilk 5N + 6.22 + 10-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula B:
Oligo Professionnel Clay Lightener + 1 dot Cool Tones Lightener + 30-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula C:
Oligo Clay Lightener + 1 dot Cool Tones Lightener + 20-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula D:
Redken Shades EQ 5N + Olaplex No.1
- Formula E:
Redken Shades EQ 7P + Olaplex No.1
- Formula F:
Redken Shades EQ 9V + 9P + Clear + Olaplex No.1

How-To: Slay the Blend
We seriously can’t stop staring at this insanely seamless balayage bob from stylist Marrah Troyer (@mygypsyhairstylist) of Suite Salon Spa in Cadillac, Mich. That gorgeous dimension…that flawless blend…those soft ribbons of blonde! Here are the color formulas and application steps Marrah used to slay her blend.
Pricing: $150
COLOR FORMULAS
- Formula A:
PRAVANA ChromaSilk 5N + 6.22 + 10-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula B:
Oligo Professionnel Clay Lightener + 1 dot Cool Tones Lightener + 30-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula C:
Oligo Clay Lightener + 1 dot Cool Tones Lightener + 20-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula D:
Redken Shades EQ 5N + Olaplex No.1
- Formula E:
Redken Shades EQ 7P + Olaplex No.1
- Formula F:
Redken Shades EQ 9V + 9P + Clear + Olaplex No.1
Products Used
HOW-TO STEPS
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- Formula A:
PRAVANA ChromaSilk 5N + 6.22 + 10-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula B:
Oligo Professionnel Clay Lightener + 1 dot Cool Tones Lightener + 30-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula C:
Oligo Clay Lightener + 1 dot Cool Tones Lightener + 20-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula D:
Redken Shades EQ 5N + Olaplex No.1
- Formula E:
Redken Shades EQ 7P + Olaplex No.1
- Formula F:
Redken Shades EQ 9V + 9P + Clear + Olaplex No.1
1Begin by applying Formula A to the regrowth using a quadrant sectioning pattern.
- Formula A:
-
- Formula A:
PRAVANA ChromaSilk 5N + 6.22 + 10-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula B:
Oligo Professionnel Clay Lightener + 1 dot Cool Tones Lightener + 30-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula C:
Oligo Clay Lightener + 1 dot Cool Tones Lightener + 20-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula D:
Redken Shades EQ 5N + Olaplex No.1
- Formula E:
Redken Shades EQ 7P + Olaplex No.1
- Formula F:
Redken Shades EQ 9V + 9P + Clear + Olaplex No.1
2Using Formula B, begin balayaging in the back of the head on the midlengths. Saturate the ends using Formula C.
- Formula A:
-
- Formula A:
PRAVANA ChromaSilk 5N + 6.22 + 10-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula B:
Oligo Professionnel Clay Lightener + 1 dot Cool Tones Lightener + 30-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula C:
Oligo Clay Lightener + 1 dot Cool Tones Lightener + 20-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula D:
Redken Shades EQ 5N + Olaplex No.1
- Formula E:
Redken Shades EQ 7P + Olaplex No.1
- Formula F:
Redken Shades EQ 9V + 9P + Clear + Olaplex No.1
3On the side sections, paint Formula A in a V-shaped pattern and use Formula B to paint around the section.
- Formula A:
-
4
Process for 45 minutes, then shampoo with Oligo Professionnel Blue Shampoo.
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5
Apply Olaplex No.2, shampoo again and towel-dry.
-
- Formula A:
PRAVANA ChromaSilk 5N + 6.22 + 10-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula B:
Oligo Professionnel Clay Lightener + 1 dot Cool Tones Lightener + 30-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula C:
Oligo Clay Lightener + 1 dot Cool Tones Lightener + 20-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula D:
Redken Shades EQ 5N + Olaplex No.1
- Formula E:
Redken Shades EQ 7P + Olaplex No.1
- Formula F:
Redken Shades EQ 9V + 9P + Clear + Olaplex No.1
6Apply Formula D to regrowth, Formula E on the midlengths and Formula F on the ends. Comb through, and melt the colors together. Process for 20 minutes.
- Formula A:
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7
Shampoo, condition and style as desired.
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