It’s hard to deny the trend appeal of a sun-kissed, shadow root blonde. And paired with a retro, long-layered lob, a deep side part and an abundance of soft, romantic waves? Even better. From The Salon by InStyle’s fall collection, this “It” shade is sure to please even your pickiest of color clients. Here, Nick Stenson, Senior Artistic Director of The Salon by InStyle, shares his exclusive color formula and styling how-to!
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The Formulas
- Formula A: (balayage highlight):
- 1 scoop Matrix LightMaster + 1 oz. 30-volume developer
- Formula B: (glaze):
- 1 oz. each Matrix ColorSync 10n & 10G + 2 oz. 10-volume developer
Steps
Styling: Soft, Old Hollywood Waves
Curl the hair away from the face using a 2-inch curling iron to create big curls. Let the curls cool completely, then brush loose to give the look a tousled effect.
