Balayage is one of the most highly-requested color services because it can be done on a variety of hues, dark brunettes included. When Kelsey Morris, a creative colorist and Sola Salon Studio independent business owner, had a client come in with a natural level 5 and some grey, she decided on a rich copper balayage that complemented the client's underlying pigment.
COLOR HOW-TO
Color Formula 1 Sunlights Clay Lightener with 50-Volume Suncreme 1:1
Color Formula 2 5N Shades EQ and Processing Solution 1:1
Color Formula 3 6CR Shades EQ and Processing Solution 1:1
Step 1: Apply Formula 1 using a balayage technique. Process for 35 minutes without heat.
Step 2: Pre-tone the hair with Sunlights Violet Shampoo.
Step 3: Apply Formula 2 to roots to blend grey. Process for 20 minutes.
Step 4: Apply Formula 3 throughout from mid-shaft to ends. Process for 20 minutes.