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Last updated: November 25, 2009

Paul Mitchell’s Holiday Reds “Tinsel” Color Technique

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Paul Mitchell’s Holiday Reds “Tinsel” Color Technique

Holiday sparkle comes to life with Paul Mitchell’s Tinsel color technique. These quick and easy teasy highlights add just the right amount of beautiful diffused color, perfect for yuletide festivities and holiday cheer! Don’t forget to check out the Garland How-To!


 


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HOW-TO STEPS

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    Natural Level: 7

    (1) Lighten Up™ + 10 volume Cream Developer
    (2) PM SHINES® 1 oz. 9RO Shiny Penny + 1/2 oz. 6RO Marmalade + 3 shots Color Shots® Red + 3 shots Color Shots Orange + 1 1/2 oz. Processing Liquid
    (3) INKWORKS® Neon Orange + Yellow + a dot of Red

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    Begin by brick-laying teasy highlights on the sides and back of the head using (1) Lighten Up + 10 volume Cream Developer. The amount of teasy highlights will depend on the desired end result.

    In between each highlight, apply (2) PM SHINES 1 oz. 9RO Shiny Penny + 1/2 oz. 6RO Marmalade + 3 shots Color Shots Red + 3 shots Color Shots Orange + 1 1/2 oz. Processing Liquid.

    Processing Time: 20 minutes

    Rinse thoroughly and shampoo with Color Protect® Post Color Shampoo.
    Dry the hair.

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    Apply formula (3) INKWORKS Neon Orange + Yellow + a dot of Red to the highlighted areas.

    Processing Time: 20 minutes

    Rinse the hair completely and finish with Color Protect® Daily Conditioner or Color Protect® Reconstructive Treatment if needed.

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