If you want to go blonde this summer, try warm, buttery shades that are beach-ready. Professionals suggest choosing a light golden or honey blonde base shade with more delicate wheat or ivory highlight colors for optimal results. Cool blondes should opt for ash-blonde hues, face-framing butter blonde highlights, or pieces of dark blonde lowlights to achieve their ideal shade. Briogeo Black Vanilla Pure hair Oil may provide vital hydration to prevent brassiness in these cool-toned hues.
Balayage
The balayage hair coloring technique creates a natural sun-kissed effect. It is ideal for anyone wanting to lighten their locks without the hassle of touch-ups every 4-6 weeks, as with traditional highlights. A great balayage can be captivating, adding depth and dimension to your hair, and making it appear thicker, shinier, healthier, and shinier all at the same time. Try an ash-blonde caramel balayage on medium-brown hair this summer for an irresistibly irresistible look! Before getting a balayage done, consult your stylist to discuss your desired look and how it can be attained. They will then paint your hair with bleach to mimic how natural sunlight would fall upon it, creating an alluring sun-kissed effect that can be worn subtly or boldly, depending on your desired style and personality.
Ombre
“Ombre” translates to shading and is defined by a gradual color transition from darker at the roots to lighter toward the ends, creating a striking two-toned effect that will turn heads this summer. From subtle sun-kissed looks like Romee Strijd’s to unique mermaid hues seen on Chrissy Teigen – its possibilities are virtually limitless with this technique! Spellman advises keeping it accessible this summer with ribbon lights in warm auburn or honey blonde, which will easily blend with your natural shade as they grow out, providing a low-maintenance solution. Why experiment with an ombre color featuring pink or purple pops for something bolder? Please bring a photo to your stylist, then maintain your desired look using Davines products such as their Alchemic Silver Shampoo and Conditioner.
Platinum Blonde
Platinum blonde highlights can create a timeless yet striking appearance, making for an eye-catching yet classic style statement. This vibrant shade can be worn with soft beachy waves or sleek pulled-back looks to complete the look. To keep this color looking its best, limit heat styling and use reparative treatments such as L’Oreal Paris Olaplex Nourishing Mask or Leave-In Conditioner (Olaplex NMO or Leave-In Conditioner). For an eye-catching contrast against dark complexions, try opting for a warm golden platinum blonde hue with gold undertones – the gold undertone will illuminate dark features and bring your features outward! Or, if you’re a brunette, your stylist can create a natural-looking platinum ombre by mixing icy blonde into your darker base to achieve a seamless blend. This method is an excellent way to lighten locks without bleach damage!
Linear Highlights
Brunettes who wish to add dimension and contrast without going the ombre/somber route should consider linear highlights, also known as peekaboo highlights. You won’t require as frequent touch-ups and can choose from various color highlights like face-framing babylights or an ombre effect for an eye-catching finish. Professional hair colorists offer seamless and healthy color results that stand well under the summer sun without appearing dry and damaged. Our stylists are trained in various highlighting techniques that work with haircuts and skin tones; for instance, AirTouch uses air instead of foils to lighten strands of hair quickly and safely for natural highlights to fade naturally over time. Chat with one of our color experts about what else we have available as highlights techniques!
