We hear about many kinds of fashion highlights and highlights, but in many cases, we don’t know how they differ. Our experts explain what they consist of and how to choose the most suitable for our type of hair and face† Take note!
‘Balayage’: a successful success
“Already a classic that does not go out of style, with them we achieve a casual result. They are characterized by freehand work, creating reflections of irregular shape and with a carrot effect. The color appears from center to at the ends and that’s what it has become popular: the low maintenance and the high results† with the highlights balayage we can accentuate 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 (Bizkaia).
‘Foilayage’: Multidimensional Moons
“They are the evolution of balayage† The result is very natural, something it has in common with most techniques, and the difference is in the way of application, where manual application and aluminum sheets are only combined in some areas, those where we want to intensify the light, usually close to the sight. This is how it is achieved a much smoother and almost imperceptible transition† What we achieve is a mane with a lot of depth and dimension, therefore it is ideal for dull hair or with little body. This technique is best suited for brunettes,” says Raquel Saiz of Salón Blue by Raquel Saiz from Torrelavega (Cantabria).
‘Babylights’: taking back time
“These highlights try to mimic the subtle, natural highlights that the sun creates in children’s hair† That is 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 strands merge with each other. What we achieve is a very delicate chromatic contrast, darker and lighter, which adds dimension and a sense of density and texture. For this reason, it is especially recommended for very fine hair or hair with little body,” explains Charo García of Ilitia Beauty & Science from Balmaseda (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. 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
“This is a combination of the balayage and traditional reflections. Unlike the babylights that are applied from the root, these are made from the middle of the hair to the tips and in random loose strands. This way we achieve an impressive gradient and multidimensional effect. It is a way of giving light without major changes,” explains Manuel Mon of Manuel Mon Estilistas from Oviedo.
The best thing you can do is see a professional to pick out the most flattering highlights for you. Often it is choose to combine different techniqueslike the blades babylights and the balayage.
They provide a very natural effect, like the highlights that appear on blonde hair in summer.
the blades balayage They are one of the most requested options in salons. They provide a natural finish and are easy to maintain.
These fashionable stripes they contribute Lots of depth and dimension.
It is even possible with three shadesin roots, middle and ends, and combined with other techniques.
these blades enhance the strands closest to the face and add a youthful touch.
the blades ombre are much clearer, the contrast is clearer.
are made from the middle of the hair to the tips†
the blades tea lights they combine great with other techniques like the balayage.
to give the right highlightsit is best to go to a professional to advise you on the best options in your case.
Source: Marie Claire
