What is coloring? This is a type of staining using contrasting or harmonious colors. After coloring the hair, the haircut texture “comes to life”, using this technique you can not only hide small imperfections in appearance, but even adjust the shape of the face. Details about the technique and types of coloring are described in this article.
general information
Coloring (photos after dyeing are presented in the article) is best for owners of thin hair, especially those who have chosen the simplest options for haircuts. Why? The fact is that this staining technique allows you to hide an insufficient volume, and also gives the girl's appearance a certain zest. The difference before and after tinting is noticeable with the naked eye.
The main advantage of this type of staining is the lack of age restrictions, the most important thing is to choose the right colors. For older women, it is best to choose natural, natural shades. And young girls like to experiment with their appearance, choose bright colors and contrast transitions.
The essence of the technique is to dye individual strands. For coloring, you can use from 2 to 15 shades (sometimes 20 are also used). Most often, only two tones are chosen: one should be dark, the other light.
Is it possible to completely change the color of hair by coloring? What is full and partial coloring? With partial dyeing, the main hair color is the general background to which shades are selected. The technique of full coloring involves changing the natural color of the hair, after which individual strands are dyed in different colors.
Staining technique
What is coloring and how does it differ from highlighting? Indeed, both techniques are very similar, the only difference is that when highlighting, only one shade is used.
Today, coloring is very fashionable with a smooth transition between shades. Masters create such a visual effect that the hair seems to glow from the inside. To do this, the strands at the roots are painted in a darker color, the middle remains a natural shade, and the ends of the hair are lightened. It is very important to use only proven and high-quality dyes, then the result will exceed all expectations.
Photos after coloring are presented in the article, these are one of the most beautiful, bright and popular examples of this painting technique. The procedure itself is carried out using foil or on a hat. Masters during staining divide the work into several stages:
- Hair is divided into sections (depending on the dyeing plan), fixed with clips.
- From each site (alternately), strands are distinguished that will tint, their width should be about 5 mm.
- Under the lock put a strip of foil 2-3 cm wide, apply hair dye to the hair, wrap it in foil.
- When all the selected strands in one area are colored, you can proceed to the next.
Colors for coloring are selected independently, but if you haven’t dyed your hair in a similar way, then it is better to contact a specialist who will select an individual range of shades for you. The paint is applied first to the roots, then to the middle of the strand, and finally to the ends. You need to hold the paint for as long as indicated in the manufacturer's instructions. After the procedure, you need to thoroughly rinse your hair and apply a balm. When the balm is washed off and the hair is dried, you can fully enjoy the result.
Kinds
There are only two types of coloring:
Longitudinal staining is considered the simplest. In this embodiment, several strands are painted along the entire length.
With transverse coloring, a smooth transition is made from dark (roots) to light (tips) shade. The advantage of this type of dyeing is that when the hair begins to grow back, the image will not lose its attractiveness. Cascading haircuts are best suited for transverse coloring.
Ways
What is coloring, how does it happen? In addition to the different types of this technique, there are several ways to implement it.
- Zigzag. From the middle of the forehead to the crown make a zigzag parting. From sections of the parting, strands for staining are isolated. The technique of execution does not change: foil is put under each strand, paint is applied, and wrapped.
- Radial. Hair is divided into three zones: temporal, occipital, parietal. The strands on the back of the head are painted and wrapped in foil. The hair of the parietal zone is dyed, alternating different shades. This way of coloring allows you to achieve an interesting game of color.
- Snail rings. Hair is divided into squares of 2 x 2 cm. When staining, shades need to be alternated. First, the strands are painted on the crown and crown. A feature of this method is that after applying the paint, the strand is twisted into a bundle and laid like snail rings, then fixed with clamps. Most often, no more than 3-4 shades are used. This method of coloring is suitable for hair, the length of which reaches a maximum to the shoulders.
- Curled hair method. The strands are painted in different shades, with the tips of one strand being light and the roots of the other. When the paint is applied, the hair is wound on a finger and fixed with clips.
- Mosaic. For this method, you will need special stencils. The pattern is applied on several layers, it seems that the hair is colored three-dimensionally.
- Watercolor. In this case, a multidimensional color structure is created. It is necessary to pick up several close shades, they will alternate one after another. Or you can make a gradual gradation of color on each strand.
Brown hair
Today there is no definite list of fashionable colors for coloring, the main thing is to harmoniously select several shades of the same tone. For owners of blond hair, experts recommend choosing cold colors in light shades.
The best:
- platinum;
- ashen;
- blond;
- light blond.
A harmonious and complex image can be achieved by combining several colors. If there is a desire, then brown hair can be dyed with darker colors. To do this, use:
- chocolate;
- chestnut;
- golden tone.
The coloring technique using these shades is called bronding. This procedure allows you to change the natural color of the hair without injuring them, since most tinting products do not contain ammonia. But such staining needs constant correction, so the wizard will have to visit every month.
Coloring in the 3D technique is also very fashionable and popular today. The strands are painted in three similar shades, which allows you to visually add volume to the hairstyle.
If there is a desire to add bright colors to the image, then on brown hair this can also be done by coloring. The photos presented in the article clearly demonstrate how original and stylish it looks. It is best to shade only the ends of the strands in a different color. With fair hair will be in perfect harmony:
- the black;
- pink;
- ashen;
- blue;
- wheat color.
Coloring made in the form of a drawing looks bold. Today you can meet girls with leopard and tiger coloration.
Blonde hair
The procedure for coloring light hair is a more gentle and easy procedure than toning dark strands, since there is no need to further lighten them.
Coloring can be done with quick-wash paints. Then, if the end result does not suit the client, you can easily change not only the hairstyle, but also its color.
As shown in the photo presented in the article, the colors of coloring can be very diverse. With all this diversity, it is easy enough to make a mistake and choose a tone that will not be in harmony with both the basic shade of a person’s hair and his appearance. The following shades are ideal for blond hair:
- chestnut;
- ashen;
- red;
- ginger.
Coloring for fans of bright colors can be done in:
Moreover, you can color only the tips, and you can tint the strands completely.
For those who want to experiment a little, it is worth choosing the following tones:
- chocolate;
- ginger;
- blonde blond.
Of course, experiments with a combination of bright and flashy shades can only be done by young girls. Middle-aged women, as well as those who occupy leadership positions, such a hairstyle will not work. Thus, it is better to choose two or three shades for coloring, which will be harmoniously combined with each other.
There are several technologies for coloring blond hair:
- Multi-color staining. This is the most popular technology, the essence of which is that the hair is dyed in a similar shade of paint. Today, asymmetrical coloring is in great demand. During the procedure, you do not need to follow a clear algorithm, the paint is applied unevenly and without a specific sequence.
- "Salt and pepper". Such coloring can be done only on ash-colored hair, it is best suited for women who are not shy about gray hair. First, the master lightens the strands, and then makes a smooth transition to black.
- Neon coloring. The name speaks for itself - tinting is carried out with bright neon colors. The most popular among young people today are pink and purple shades.
- Coloring bangs. This can be done in contrast when the bangs are painted completely in a different color, or zoned when only one area is tinted.
- Patterned. The most unusual and original colorization technology. Paint in this case is applied using a stencil. Staining can be both longitudinal and transverse, and the transitions can be both sharp and smooth. The main task of the master is to satisfy all the wishes of the client.
Dark hair
Having looked at the photo of coloring on the dark hair, which are presented in the article, you can make sure that it looks no worse than on light strands. Although experts claim that dark strands are more negatively affected by coloring agents, in particular during the lightening procedure, the demand and popularity of this technique does not fade. It is best to stain using the following technologies:
- Multicolor.
- Neon
- Californian. Using dyes, masters make a smooth transition from dark roots to lighter ends on strands.
- Mother of pearl. This method is not very common in our country due to the fact that expensive materials are used for tinting. Paints are able to create the effect of refraction of light and give unusual shine to the strands. Most often, pleasant neutral shades are chosen: cream, pink, lilac, ivory and others.
- Patterned. Those who choose this tinting technique should remember that such coloring on dark hair will need to be kept in shape and regularly cut.
For the color type "winter" cold shades are perfect:
- ashen;
- platinum;
- pearl gray;
- silver;
- steel.
If you have brown hair and the fall color, then it’s best to choose:
- sand;
- honey;
- golden;
- beige;
- wheat tint.
Short hair
For dyeing short strands, a technique called "balayazh" is best suited. In this case, only the ends of the strands and bangs are tinted. For short haircuts, only longitudinal coloring is used, since for the transverse, the length is often not enough. Stencil dyeing is also possible, but only if the hair is straight and smooth. If you want to get a bold and stylish look, then pay attention to bright flashy shades, they will look great on short strands.
Medium hair
For owners of medium-length haircuts (especially a square and a cascade), colorizing techniques such as balayazh and bronding are best suited. Balayazh on hair of this length is quite difficult to perform, so the masters most often recommend broning to their customers. Moreover, it is very easy to care for this type of staining. Toning looks great if you make the occipital region in darker shades, and the crown and bangs in lighter shades.
On medium-length hair, you can make standard longitudinal and vertical dyeing, it will also look harmonious.
Long hair
On long strands, you can use any coloring technique. Staining in this case is much faster and better than on short hair. Coloring looks great when the roots and tips are painted in contrasting shades. You can make tinting, moving from light shades (roots) to darker ones (tips) or vice versa.
On long hair, you can do bronding, balayazh, screen-printing technique, etc. But, when deciding on the coloring technique, it should be remembered that the type and natural color of the hair also influence the choice.