Please hold our calls, we need a moment to process this fantastic tonal blue bob by Aveda Global Artistic Director, Hair Color Ian Michael Black (@ianmichaelblack). The sectioning pattern he uses creates a veil of light blue over a deeper hue, and the cut by Aveda Global Artistic Director, Haircutting Ricardo Dinis gives an edge to the look. Scroll for the formulas, sectioning and technique!
The Formulas
- Formula A
- Aveda Enlightener Powder Lightener + 10-volume developer
- Formula B
- Aveda Full Spectrum Demi+ Dark Ash + 10-volume developer
- Formula C
- 20g Aveda Full Spectrum Demi+ Light Ash + 20g Full Spectrum 0N Clear + 10-volume developer
Steps
1. Prelighten the hair with Formula A, lifting to a pale yellow.
2. Shampoo, condition and dry the hair.
3. Section the hair as shown below.
4. Apply Formula B from scalp to ends on the underneath section and cover with foil.
5. Working through the top section, smudge Formula B to create a deep smudged root.
6. Apply Formula C from scalp to ends on the top section, applying over the smudged root to soften the color and create a nice blend.
Pro Tip: Always paint hair in the direction of the cuticle, starting at the root area and pulling through to the ends.
7. Process for 20 minutes. Shampoo, condition and style.
