We hear about many types of reflexes, but in many cases we don’t know how they differ. Some experts explain to us what they consist of and how to choose the most suitable for our type of hair and face.
Balayage: a successful success
“They are already a classic that does not go out of style and with them we achieve a carefree result. They are characterized by freehand work, creating reflections of irregular shape and with a carrot effect. The color appears from center to on the ends and that’s what made them popular: their low maintenance and high results. Balayage allows us to emphasize our face, play with the area where we highlight and give it a greater sense of movement,” says Charo García of Ilitia Beauty & Science from Balmaseda, in Bizkaia.
Foilayage: multidimensional hair
“They are the evolution of balayage. The result is very natural, something that it has in common with most techniques, and the difference is in the method of application, where manual application and aluminum sheets are only combined in some areas, those where we want amplify the light, usually near the face.This way a much smoother and almost imperceptible transition is achieved.What we get is a mane with a lot of depth and dimension, therefore it is ideal for dull hair or with little bodyThis technique is best suited for brunettes,” says Raquel Saiz of Salón Blue of Raquel Saiz from Torrelavega (Cantabria).
Babylights: taking back time
“These highlights try to mimic the natural and subtle reflections that the sun creates in children’s hair. That’s why they are so fine and are made from the root. The lighter shades, which can be two or three, are applied so that the locks are mixed together. What we achieve is a very delicate chromatic contrast, darker and lighter, which gives dimension and a feeling of density, texture. Therefore it is especially recommended for very fine hair or hair with little body,” explains Charo García de Ilitia Beauty and science from Balmaseda, in Bizkaia.
Melting: the magic of mixing colors
“What this technique achieves is to create a gradual transition of color without noticing where one tone ends and another begins. It can be done with up to three shades, at the root, mid-lengths and tips, and combined with other techniques. more naturalness and much more body. In addition, if there are not many gray hairs, maintenance is much easier”, assures Rafael Bueno of Rafael Bueno Peluqueros from Malaga.
Teasylights: a new veil of light
“It is a combination of balayage and traditional highlights. Unlike babylights that are applied from the roots, these are done from the middle of the hair towards the ends and in random loose strands. In this way we achieve a degraded and impressive multidimensional effect. a way to give light without major changes”, explains Manuel Mon of Manuel Mon Estilistas from Oviedo.
Source: Marie Claire
