Placement size impacts more than just brightness—it influences how much contrast, diffusion and dimension you’ll see in the finished result. While many stylists assume smaller sections create a softer blend, celebrity colorist and Kenra Professional Brand Ambassador Lo Wheeler (@lo_wheelerdavis) says the opposite is often true. The difference comes down to how light and depth interact throughout the hair—a principle that’s at the core of Lo’s signature Surfed-In Hair™ technique. Below, she shares why bigger isn’t always bolder and how panel size can completely change the way balayage reads in the finished result. But first, check out the finished result, then (more…)
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Bold Panels Vs. Fine Ribbons: How Placement Affects Contrast and Dimension
Placement size impacts more than just brightness—it influences how much contrast, diffusion and dimension you'll see in the finished result. While many stylists assume smaller sections create a softer blend, celebrity colorist and Kenra Professional Brand Ambassador Lo Wheeler (@lo_wheelerdavis) says the opposite is often true. The difference comes down to how light and depth interact Continued
June 16, 2026·1 min read
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