Bobs & Lobs

Marbled Stone

January 4, 2016·1 min read

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Inspired by the way light plays off mineral layers within rocks, Wella Professionals Marbled Stone color technique offers the perfect balance of dimensional color with natural-looking highlights. To accentuate the color, long layers are added to a classic bob and then blown natural for an easy-going finish. Here’s how to recreate the entire color, cut and style. (more…)
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    Before 

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    To create a deep, shadowy root, apply Formula D to the root area and blend 1 cm down the hair.

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    Create two wavy oval sections, one on top of the head and another in the occipital area.

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    Apply Formula D to all the remaining hair.

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    Start with the section in the occipital area, dividing it in half horizontally. Apply formula A to the midlengths and ends of the lower half.

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    Then divide the top half vertically into three sections (see illustration) and apply Formulas B and C alternately to the midlengths and ends of the three sections.

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    Take small square sections and alternate Formulas A, B and C through the midlengths and ends.

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    For the cut, start at the nape to create your baseline length. Move to the center nape, elevate and cut soft layers.

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    Move to the top of the head, elevate straight up and cut at a horizontal finger angle.

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    Cut a rounded fringe falling just above the tip of the nose.

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    Direct the sides forward, blending the sides and the top.

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    Remove the corners to create soft lines.

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    To style, apply EIMI Root Shoot on the roots for additional lift and twist the hair before drying.

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    Accentuate the movement of the twists with a small round brush and apply EIMI Grip Cream to create the final texture.

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    Blow-dry the hair.

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    Use a small round brush while drying to create a soft, natural texture.

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    Finished look.