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By Nicki Perry·May 08, 2026
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5 Tips For Perfectly Hand-Painting Blonde Blends
Balayage, hair paint or hand-paint—which technique is your preferred method when taking clients blonder? If you’re like Rochelle Golden (@rochellegoldenhairstylist), then you often trust your hands to get the job done. So below, the BTC Team Member is dishing her top five tips for ensuring your hand-painted blonde blends are bright, seamless and dimensional. From choosing the right lightener to deciding when to open air process vs. foils, here’s what you need to know.
1. Can’t Be Done In One Session? Let Her Know
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