Looking for a new twist on classic purple hue? This amethyst-colored gem blends violet and magenta together to create a multidimensional shade. Inspired by her client's vivid personality, stylist Dianne Burgos created this super fun look. "It's not every day that you get to play with creative colors like blues, greens, purples and vibrant reds," notes Dianne.
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The Natural/Starting Level: 7 with an inch of regrowth/colored ends
The Formulas
- Formula A (ends):
- Redken Flash Lift + 30-volume bleach wash
- Formula B (roots):
- Redken Flash Lift + 20-volume
- Formula C (base):
- PRAVANA VIVIDS Magenta + PRAVANA VIVIDS Violet
Steps
1. Apply Formula A to the end of hair at the shampoo bowl and process for 10 minutes.
2. Apply Formula B to roots only and process for 15 minutes.
3. Shampoo the hair (do not use conditioner) rinse and completely dry the hair.
4. Section the hair into four sections and apply Formula C, starting in the back, top of the head. Apply generously to dry hair, then apply the formula on the front two sections.
5. Process the hair for 40 minutes (without heat). Then shampoo, rinse, dry the hair and style as desired.
5 Tips for Longer Lasting Color
Dianne shares her quick and easy tips for keeping creative color shades vibrant, longer.
1. Have your client wait 2 to 3 days after a color service before washing their hair.
2. After each shampoo and condition, hit the hair with a burst of cold water to help seal in the color.
3. Be sure to use a leave-in conditioner at all times, Dianne’s favorite is Soya Want it All 22 in 1 by Sexy Hair.
4. When drying hair use cold air toward the end to bring out shine. Dianne likes to use Sexy Hair 450 Degrees Blow Out while drying the hair.
5. Lastly, use a deep conditioning treatment once a week or every two weeks for color longevity.
