Blonde

Honey Amber Lights

December 6, 2018·1 min read

Joico Blonde Highlight and Lowlight Shadow Root How To Zoe Carpenter
Give your all-over blondes a dimensional update by blending highs and lows that perfectly contour the face—like these honey amber lights by Joico Guest Artist and LA-based blonder Zoë Carpenter (@zoequeenofblonde). Zoë alternated highlighting and lowlighting techniques to achieve this dreamy rose gold shimmer with subtle contrast and high shine. Get all of her color formulas, application steps and a full video tutorial below to recreate this rosy blonde blend!  (more…)
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    Create a center parting, then take a 1½-inch section around the hairline from ear to ear and clip that hair out of the way.

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    Apply Formula A to the back section using a bottle applicator and working in ⅛-inch partings to create a shadow root effect. After applying Formula A, use your fingers to drag the color down 1 to 1½ inches from the root. Continue this technique throughout the entire back section.

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    After the shadow root is complete, move to the back nape area. Take a diagonal slice and apply Formula B from the shadow root to ends, then secure in a foil. 

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    Continue working in varying diagonal partings around the head for a marbling effect—the overlapping sections will create a more natural-looking, seamless blend. Plus, it will be easier to tailor the color application to your client’s head shape and texture.

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    Then, release the hairline section and continue with the same application technique but switch to applying Formula C.

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    Weave fine slices to focus the lightest pieces around the face frame. This will create an extra pop of brightness for maximum impact.

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    Repeat this process on the opposite side.

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    Allow everything to process, moving on to apply lowlights for added dimension.

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    Starting in the back behind the hairline section, take diagonal slices and apply Formula C. The diagonal pattern will create a more natural blend.

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    Continue this pattern working upward behind the face-framing section.

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    Allow everything to process for 30 minutes, then rinse.

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    Wash thoroughly with Joico K-Pak Color Therapy Shampoo and Conditioner to prolong the color's vibrancy and longevity while deeply conditioning the hair.

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    Finished Look

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