luciditytechnique

This technique showcases the reflection of heat and the absorption of light on a cool background. Lucidity represents a warm overlay of color spilling over and diffusing onto a cool pastel base, much like candlelight plays against a white surface.

Base level: 7 – 9

color therapyTM formulations: Formula A (lightener):30 mL/1 oz. It’s a Blonde ThingTM Keratin Lightening System® powder30 mL/1 fl. oz. It’s a Blonde Thing 20 vol. developer

Formula B (peach reflect): 15 mL/.5 fl. oz. .48/CP (Copper Pearl)15 mL/.5 fl. oz. KeraHold Zero Lift developer

Formula C (flame): 15 mL/.5 fl. oz. 6.43/6CG (Dark Copper Gold Blonde)15 mL/.5 fl. oz. KeraHold Zero Lift developer

Formula D (lunar blonde): 15 mL/.5 fl. oz. 10.1/10A (Ultra-Light Ash Blonde)15 mL/.5 fl. oz. KeraHold Zero Lift developer

Formula E (brilliant wheat blonde): 30 mL/1 fl. oz. 9.1/9A (Lightest Ash Blonde) 30 mL/1 fl. oz. KeraHold 20 vol. developer

step 1 Take an off-center diamond shape from the occipital along parietal to brow area. Pre-lighten this section using Formula A. Lift to a pale yellow.

step 2 Shampoo and condition the hair with Keratin Complex® Blondeshell® Debrass & Brighten Shampoo and Conditioner. Blow-dry.

step 3 Apply Formula B using a back-to-back slicing technique. Slice on an off-center triangle within the diamond, from apex to 1 inch from hairline.

step 4 Outline the entire shape with a slice technique (two foil widths), using Formula C.

step 5 Apply Formula D on the remainder of the diamond shape.

step 6 Apply Formula E on the remainder of the head with a classic tint application and process according to recommended manufacturer instructions.

To maintain vibrant, long-lasting color that stays true to tone, use Keratin Complex Keratin Color Care or Blondeshell Shampoo and Conditioner.

hologramtechnique

A hologram is created by splitting the light that illuminates the subject. The resulting three-dimensional image shifts in perspective when viewed from different angles. This hair-color technique mimics that prismatic effect to create three-dimensionality. Starting with a true tone, the tonality shifts to a more delicate palette as the light diffuses through it.

Base level: 6 – 8

color therapyTM formulations: Formula A (lightener):30 mL/1 oz. It’s a Blonde ThingTM Keratin Lightening System® powder30 mL/1 fl. oz. It’s a Blonde Thing 20 vol. developer

Formula B (background): 30 mL/1 fl. oz. 7.23/7VG (Medium Violet Gold Blonde)45 mL/1.5 fl. oz. KeraHold 20 vol. developer

Formula C (crystalline amethyst): 15 mL/.5 fl. oz. .21/VA (Violet Ash)15 mL/.5 fl. oz. KeraHold Zero Lift developer

Formula D (diffused peach): 15 mL/.5 fl. oz. .19/CP (Copper Pearl) 15 mL/.5 fl. oz. KeraHold Zero Lift developer

Formula E (deep eggplant): 15 mL/.5 fl. oz. 6.29/6VB (Dark Violet Blue Blonde) 15 mL/.5 fl. oz. KeraHold Zero Lift developer

Formula F (true neutral red): 15 mL/.5 fl. oz. 8.6/8R (Light Red Blonde) 15 mL/.5 fl. oz. KeraHold Zero Lift developer

step 1 Create a large triangular section starting from mid-brow at hairline and crossing over into opposite side of crown. Using Formula A, isolate this section using a back-to-back slicing technique. Lift to a pale yellow.

step 2 Shampoo and condition the hair with Keratin Complex® Blondeshell® Debrass & Brighten Shampoo and Conditioner. Blow-dry.

step 3 Apply Formula B throughout head and process for 35 minutes.

step 4 Remove the color, rinse well and blow-dry hair.

step 5 Take the triangular section and diagonally divide it in half.

step 6 Using a back-to-back slicing technique, apply Formula C to back area of triangle.

step 7 Using a back-to-back slicing technique, apply Formula D to front area of triangle.

step 8 Place foiled slices along the hairline, alternating between Formula E and Formula F.

step 9 Process for 20 minutes.

To maintain vibrant, long-lasting color that stays true to tone, use Keratin Complex Keratin Color Care or Blondeshell Shampoo and Conditioner.

projectiontechnique

Projection is a technique that mimics how a spotlight plays against a black abyss. By staying in an extremely cool palette, the colors work in harmony and the level of each becomes its characteristic. This technique is seen onstage and in black-and-white movies.

Base level: any

color therapyTM formulations: Formula A (lightener):15 mL/.5 oz. It’s a Blonde ThingTM Keratin Lightening System® powder15 mL/.5 fl. oz. It’s a Blonde Thing 20 vol. developer

Formula B (true metal): 15 mL/.5 fl. oz. 11/AA (Platinum Ash)15 mL/.5 fl. oz. KeraHold Zero Lift developer

Formula C (luminous cool periwinkle): 15 mL/.5 fl. oz. .91/BA (Slate Blue)15 mL/.5 fl. oz. KeraHold Zero Lift developer

Formula D (iridescent cool pastel blue): 15 mL/.5 fl. oz. .19/AB (Ash Blue)15 mL/.5 fl. oz. KeraHold Zero Lift developer

Formula E (abyss black): 30 mL/1 fl. oz. 1.0/1N (Black) 30 mL/1 fl. oz. KeraHold Zero Lift developer

step 1 Take a chevron parting around the head from cheekbone along occipital to cheekbone. Use Formula 1 to pre-lighten to palest yellow.

step 2 Shampoo and condition the hair with Keratin Complex® Blondeshell® Debrass & Brighten Shampoo and Conditioner. Blow-dry.

step 3 Sub-divide the pre-lightened chevron parting into 3 sections.

step 4 Apply Formula B on the lower upper third of the chevron.

step 5 Apply Formula C on the middle third.

step 6 Apply Formula D on the bottom third.

step 7 Use Formula E on the remainder of the hair and process for 35 minutes.

To maintain vibrant, long-lasting color that stays true to tone, use Keratin Complex Keratin Color Care or Blondeshell Shampoo and Conditioner.