We love a good transformation and this one from Ivan Hernandez (@justhairobsession), a Stamford, Conn.-based colorist, is nothing short of stunning. Check out the steps below to find out how Ivan took his client from a lackluster brunette to a temporary rose blush to an on-trend rooty blonde balayage. Want to be featured? Tag your pics to #behindthechair!
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Formula
Formulas
- Natural Level:
5
- Formula A:
Oligo Professionnel Cool Toned Blonde Blacklight Lightener + 20-volume developer
- Formula B:
Wella Professionals BLONDOR FREELIGHTS + 30-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula C:
Oligo Pro Cool Toned Blonde Blacklight Lightener + Olaplex No.1
- Formula D:
Matrix Logics Color Creme 4N + Logics Color Creme 5N + 10-volume developer
- Formula E:
Wella BLONDOR FREELIGHTS + 30-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula F:
Redken Shades EQ 9V + Shades EQ 9P + Clear
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Before
Formula
- Natural Level:
5
- Formula A:
Oligo Professionnel Cool Toned Blonde Blacklight Lightener + 20-volume developer
- Formula B:
Wella Professionals BLONDOR FREELIGHTS + 30-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula C:
Oligo Pro Cool Toned Blonde Blacklight Lightener + Olaplex No.1
- Formula D:
Matrix Logics Color Creme 4N + Logics Color Creme 5N + 10-volume developer
- Formula E:
Wella BLONDOR FREELIGHTS + 30-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula F:
Redken Shades EQ 9V + Shades EQ 9P + Clear
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Start by creating a full head of highlights using Formula A. Process under a cap for even heat distribution.
Formula
- Natural Level:
5
- Formula A:
Oligo Professionnel Cool Toned Blonde Blacklight Lightener + 20-volume developer
- Formula B:
Wella Professionals BLONDOR FREELIGHTS + 30-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula C:
Oligo Pro Cool Toned Blonde Blacklight Lightener + Olaplex No.1
- Formula D:
Matrix Logics Color Creme 4N + Logics Color Creme 5N + 10-volume developer
- Formula E:
Wella BLONDOR FREELIGHTS + 30-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula F:
Redken Shades EQ 9V + Shades EQ 9P + Clear
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Then, balayage with Formula B. Let process.
Formula
- Natural Level:
5
- Formula A:
Oligo Professionnel Cool Toned Blonde Blacklight Lightener + 20-volume developer
- Formula B:
Wella Professionals BLONDOR FREELIGHTS + 30-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula C:
Oligo Pro Cool Toned Blonde Blacklight Lightener + Olaplex No.1
- Formula D:
Matrix Logics Color Creme 4N + Logics Color Creme 5N + 10-volume developer
- Formula E:
Wella BLONDOR FREELIGHTS + 30-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula F:
Redken Shades EQ 9V + Shades EQ 9P + Clear
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How the hair should look with the highlights and balayage.
Formula
- Natural Level:
5
- Formula A:
Oligo Professionnel Cool Toned Blonde Blacklight Lightener + 20-volume developer
- Formula B:
Wella Professionals BLONDOR FREELIGHTS + 30-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula C:
Oligo Pro Cool Toned Blonde Blacklight Lightener + Olaplex No.1
- Formula D:
Matrix Logics Color Creme 4N + Logics Color Creme 5N + 10-volume developer
- Formula E:
Wella BLONDOR FREELIGHTS + 30-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula F:
Redken Shades EQ 9V + Shades EQ 9P + Clear
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For a temporary rosé color, apply Wella Instamatic by Color Touch Pink Dream. Ivan says this color lasted about a month for his client.
Formula
- Natural Level:
5
- Formula A:
Oligo Professionnel Cool Toned Blonde Blacklight Lightener + 20-volume developer
- Formula B:
Wella Professionals BLONDOR FREELIGHTS + 30-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula C:
Oligo Pro Cool Toned Blonde Blacklight Lightener + Olaplex No.1
- Formula D:
Matrix Logics Color Creme 4N + Logics Color Creme 5N + 10-volume developer
- Formula E:
Wella BLONDOR FREELIGHTS + 30-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula F:
Redken Shades EQ 9V + Shades EQ 9P + Clear
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The rosé hue eventually faded to this shade of blonde. From here, create babylights around her face using Formula C. Then, apply Formula D to the roots only and pull the formula down about 4 inches.
Formula
- Natural Level:
5
- Formula A:
Oligo Professionnel Cool Toned Blonde Blacklight Lightener + 20-volume developer
- Formula B:
Wella Professionals BLONDOR FREELIGHTS + 30-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula C:
Oligo Pro Cool Toned Blonde Blacklight Lightener + Olaplex No.1
- Formula D:
Matrix Logics Color Creme 4N + Logics Color Creme 5N + 10-volume developer
- Formula E:
Wella BLONDOR FREELIGHTS + 30-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula F:
Redken Shades EQ 9V + Shades EQ 9P + Clear
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Balayage with Formula E, then tone with Formula F. Let process, then rinse and style as desired.
Formula
- Natural Level:
5
- Formula A:
Oligo Professionnel Cool Toned Blonde Blacklight Lightener + 20-volume developer
- Formula B:
Wella Professionals BLONDOR FREELIGHTS + 30-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula C:
Oligo Pro Cool Toned Blonde Blacklight Lightener + Olaplex No.1
- Formula D:
Matrix Logics Color Creme 4N + Logics Color Creme 5N + 10-volume developer
- Formula E:
Wella BLONDOR FREELIGHTS + 30-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula F:
Redken Shades EQ 9V + Shades EQ 9P + Clear
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Finished look
Formula
- Natural Level:
5
- Formula A:
Oligo Professionnel Cool Toned Blonde Blacklight Lightener + 20-volume developer
- Formula B:
Wella Professionals BLONDOR FREELIGHTS + 30-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula C:
Oligo Pro Cool Toned Blonde Blacklight Lightener + Olaplex No.1
- Formula D:
Matrix Logics Color Creme 4N + Logics Color Creme 5N + 10-volume developer
- Formula E:
Wella BLONDOR FREELIGHTS + 30-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula F:
Redken Shades EQ 9V + Shades EQ 9P + Clear
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Finished look—alternate view
Formula
- Natural Level:
5
- Formula A:
Oligo Professionnel Cool Toned Blonde Blacklight Lightener + 20-volume developer
- Formula B:
Wella Professionals BLONDOR FREELIGHTS + 30-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula C:
Oligo Pro Cool Toned Blonde Blacklight Lightener + Olaplex No.1
- Formula D:
Matrix Logics Color Creme 4N + Logics Color Creme 5N + 10-volume developer
- Formula E:
Wella BLONDOR FREELIGHTS + 30-volume developer + Olaplex No.1
- Formula F:
Redken Shades EQ 9V + Shades EQ 9P + Clear
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