This dimensional golden bronde by O&M Ambassador Jordan Doroschuk (@itsmralmeda) is a masterclass in seamless blending. The lived-in finish is anchored by a diffused root for longevity and effortless grow-out, while the final result maintains brightness and depth without compromising softness.
Ideal for clients seeking low-maintenance luxury with high-impact payoff, save his step-by-step and formulas below!
What’s the secret behind your blended, luxury finish?
“My key tips for effortless application would be to not overhighlight. For contrast, always sit a lowlight under any lightener to make the highlights pop,” Jordan shares.
“Also, utilize the natural hair color when you can. At the end of the day, the natural color is the best lowlight you can use,” Jordan adds.
The Formulas
- Formula A (hairline highlights):
- ½ O&M C∅R.color™ KERATIN™ Lightener + ½ O&M C∅R.color™ KERATIN™ Blue Lightener + 10-volume developer
- Formula B (highlights):
- O&M C∅R.color™ ½ KERATIN™ Lightener + ½ O&M C∅R.color™ KERATIN™ Blue Lightener + 20-volume developer
- Formula C (tip-outs):
- O&M C∅R.color™ ½ KERATIN™ Lightener + ½ O&M C∅R.color™ KERATIN™ Blue Lightener + 30-volume developer
- Formula D (lowlights):
- O&M C∅R.color™ 7.8 + 6.03 + developer
- Formula E (root shadow):
- O&M CLEAN.liquid 6.03 + 7.13 + 5.0 + developer
- Formula F (hairline toner):
- CLEAN.liquid 8.03 + developer
- Formula G (global gloss):
- CLEAN.liquid 9.WN + 8.03 + developer
Steps
1. Begin by applying Formula A to the face frame highlights, applying one foil on each side of the head.
2. Work your way toward the back using diagonal sections, applying Formula B to your highlights. Use Formula D as a lowlight: “I alternate between highlight and lowlight, keeping the weave fine but textural until I reach the part,” Jordan shares.
3. Apply Formula C as a tip-out, adding extra pops of brightness where needed.
4. Process, cleanse and rinse.
5. Begin the toning process: Jordan uses Formula E as a root shadow, Formula F as a hairline toner and Formula G as a global gloss. “O&M CLEAN.liquid range contains native Australian botanical oils (like macadamia or coconut derivatives), which help smooth the hair cuticle and boost moisture retention, a key factor in light reflection and shine,” Jordan spills.
6. Process, cleanse and rinse. Style as desired.
