The goal of this technique is to achieve a more natural and flattering look, reducing the stark contrast between the grey and colored hair, and making the "re-growth transition” less noticeable.
Here's how the grey hair color blending process typically works:
Consultation: Before the process begins, we start with an in-salon consultation. We discuss your desired color outcome, lifestyle, maintenance preferences, and the extent of the natural grey hair.
Customization: Based on the consultation, a customized coloring plan that suits the your needs will be created. The percentage of grey hair present, the client's base hair color, and the desired end result will all be considered in this step.
Multi-Dimensional Color Application (most common):Utilizing decades of experience in the art of grey-blending, the primary goal is deemphasizing grey or white hair, simultaneously softening the appearance of a demarcation line when new regrowth comes in. Obtaining both of these goals at the same time is where the art comes in to play.
Highlights or Low Lights:Grey hair color blending often involves the use of highlights or low lights, or sometimes a combination of both. Highlights are lighter strands of hair, while low lights are darker strands. Strategic application of these highlights and/or low lights throughout the hair, will blend the grey hair with the pigmented hair.
Toning:After the highlights or low lights have been applied and processed, a toner may be used to further adjust the color and achieve a seamless blend between the grey and colored hair. Toners can neutralize unwanted undertones and create a more cohesive appearance. sometimes a highlight or lowlight is combined with toning - this is called a 2-step or multi-step technique.
Maintenance:To maintain the blended grey hair color, regular touch-ups and toning sessions may be required, depending on how fast the client's hair grows and how noticeable the regrowth becomes.
Grey hair color blending is a great option for those who are embracing their natural greys but want a more polished and sophisticated look. It can be adapted to various hair lengths and textures and offers a low-maintenance approach as opposed to fully covering greys with a full-coverage single process color.
