Hair Color

How-To: Pink Pixie Base Blend

February 18, 2015·1 min read

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When BTC reached out to Doug and Stevie Theoharis of Hugo Salon in Kensington, MD to ask if they could recreate one of their styles, we were completely floored to see an email in our inbox two hours later. They leaped at the opportunity to be featured, called in a favor from a friend and recreated this style, making sure to snap a photo of each step! When asked why they wasted no time, the answer was simple: within one day of reposting the original style on our Instagram, Doug saw his books fill up and his Instagram activity go through the roof! That is what we love to see here at (more…)
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    Begin by prelightening with Formula A. Start applying first midshaft through the ends, then apply to the darker areas of the roots. Pull Formula A through the blonde piece in the front.

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    Wrap the client's hair in a cotton towel and process under the dryer for 30 minutes. To ensure best results, check on the client regularly and adjust processing time accordingly.

    Once the processing is complete, rinse thoroughly.
     

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    To apply Formula B, fully coat the hair and massage the formula deep into the roots and wherever there is leftover yellow coloring.
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    Rinse and apply Formula C all over.

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    Process under the dryer for 15 minutes.
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    Formula A (prelighten): 1 oz. Wella Blondor Multi-Blonde Powder Lightener + 1-1/2 oz. Koleston Perfect 40-volume developer + 1/4 oz. Olaplex
    Formula B (toner):  1/2 oz. Wella Color Touch 10/6 + 1/2 oz. 10/81 + 2 inches 8/81 + 2 oz. Color Touch Gentle Developer
    Formula C (color): 1-1/2 oz. PRAVANA Pastels Pink
    Formula D (color): 1 oz. PRAVANA Pastel Pink + 2 inches PRAVANA Vivids Violet

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    Immediately apply Formula D to the roots of the horseshoe section, softening the line between the two shades.
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    Once the roots of the horseshoe section have been thoroughly coated, process for 30 minutes. Rinse and dry.
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