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How-To: Pearl Swirl

By Btc Lauren Rees·May 31, 2017

Take your blondes to a luxurious level with this shimmering pearl look! @JessTheeBesttColor created this using PRAVANA’s new ChromaSilk ColorLush demi-permanent line.

Check out another look using ChromaSilk ColorLush!

Products Used

ChromaSilk ColorLushDemi-Permanent ColorPRAVANA

STEPS

ChromaSilk ColorLush Color Formulas
Formula A (nape): 7S Silk Mink + 1 dose Blue Color Boost

Formula B: 9B Over Ice

Formula C: 9V Lilac Frost
Part the hair into three sections separating the front from the back and the two sides from a center part.
Starting at the nape and working up to the occipital where the hair is darkest, apply Formula A from regrowth to ends.

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From the occipital and up, work around the head in a horseshoe pattern and apply Formula B and Formula C separately to alternating strands around the perimeter through the midshafts and ends.

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Continue working up the head, alternating colors up to the natural parting. Process for 20 minutes without heat.

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Shampoo and condition with any NEVO Shampoo and Conditioner, then style as desired.

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Send your pearly girl home with The Perfect Blonde Purple Toning aftercare to maintain her icy lavender shades and get rid of any brass.

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