For bright and creative hair coloring, short haircuts are most often suitable. The fact that options for hairstyles with braids or curly curls on short hair is an impossible task does not interfere with creating an effective and stylish look. Short hair is most often more pliable for styling, as opposed to long, and this is their undeniable plus. They are also easier to care for after staining.
It is necessary to determine the type of coloring in advance, even at the stage of choosing a haircut. This will allow you to make the most harmonious and thoughtful hairstyle - the master will know exactly how to cut you and how the color will fall after applying the paint.
Even if the hair is already short, it is worth considering a haircut.
Types and features of staining
In addition to fashion trends and novelties, the choice of color and style of a hairstyle depends on factors such as the structure of the hair, their color, the shape of the head and other important details that a competent stylist will help you determine. However, there are several basic options for dyeing hair that will perfectly fall on both long and short hairstyles. Here are some examples.
Plain or Plain
This option is the simplest and can be applied to any type of hair. As the name suggests, this color uses one color. The popularity of this type of staining is facilitated by simplicity - it can be implemented without problems yourself, which greatly saves time and money. The main thing is to pay special attention to all the nuances, so as not to spoil the hair or make a mistake with the color.
The one-color hair dyeing technique is still not as simple as it seems at first glance.For example, if the hair was dyed earlier, then the probability of getting the wrong color, which was planned, increases significantly. In this case, you should pre-treat the hair with a special composition to rinse the pigment. In addition, the paint falls on different hair colors in different ways, and these points should also be taken into account.
Inside, you don’t have to worry about such things, but when painting yourself, you should be careful. Perhaps a regular pack of paint will not be enough to implement the whole process. It will be useful to get advice from more experienced people or to conduct a detailed collection of information on the Internet.
If the solid color does not suit you, you can pay attention to more interesting tones and creative hairstyles.
Highlighting
This is a stylish stain that includes 2 colors. The bottom line is to lighten individual strands, which creates a beautiful pattern and texture. Even very short hair is suitable for this type of dyeing, it is also widespread among men.
Highlighting can be divided into several variations, which have their own names and differ in the application technique and the structure of the picture.
- Classic highlighting assumes uniformly colored strands along the entire length.
- Converse involves dimming individual strands and is intended for fair-haired girls.
- Block highlighting It is distinguished by its courage and creativity; different colors are used for implementation in different sequences.
- Californian different in creating a smooth gradient from the roots to the tips, it is important not to confuse it with the ombre. At the same time, the strands are also stained throughout the entire length, but the concentration of clarification to the ends is much higher.
The options for highlighting can be counted a couple more dozen, however, it is worthwhile to tell separately about several types in more detail.
One of the most popular types of highlighting is ombre.
Ombre
The essence of this coloring is to create a gradient from the roots to the ends of the hair. There are several options for ombre. As a rule, the roots make a little darker and lighten the ends of the hair. The pattern and texture of the ombre may be different depending on the type of hair and the specific style of coloring. The gradient border is made both clear and blurred as much as possible, creating a smooth transition.
The most common classic ombre is when two close to each other shades are applied to the hair, forming a smooth gradient, and thereby create the effect of sunburned hair. This look looks natural and emphasizes any image.
However, non-standard solutions are found when a transverse gradient is formed or bright colors are used for staining.
Ombre, like any other type of highlighting, can be attributed to a complex type of staining, so it is not recommended to do it yourself. There is a high risk of getting the effect of regrown hair that has not known care for the past few months. In addition, it will be difficult to create an even transition on your own and ultimately you will have to go to the salon and make a correction or even complete repainting.
The ombre also has a high cost of execution, but if you are sure that you want to create an image with this particular type of coloring, do not spare money, damaged hair will cost much more. Mostly ombre is applied on long hair or on medium length. With very short hair, everything is ambiguous, but dyeing it with this technology is quite possible. Perfect for dark and blond hair, but for blondes this option is more difficult to perform. The transition on fair hair simply cannot be done, so they will have to be dyed first.
On average, the staining procedure lasts one to two hours, depending on the complexity, but there are times when it takes more than four hours to paint.
Re-staining is recommended after approximately 3 months.
Shatush
It can be considered another popular highlighting option. Shatush is more suitable for owners of dark hair, although it may also be suitable for blondes, but choosing this style for blond hair can leave a dubious impression. Like all highlighting options, the shatushu seeks to create the effect of hair burnt out in the sun and does it as naturally as possible. It fits flawlessly under dark or tanned skin. The essence of staining is to choose random strands all over the head, while the shade is shifted to the bright side quite a bit.
The staining technology differs from conventional highlighting. In the process, the strands are combed, and the paint is applied with small strokes. Moreover, all this is done on open hair without the use of foil or caps.
Unfortunately, this type of coloring is rare with short hair, but a skilled craftsman will find a solution. Unlike ombre, the execution of painting of the rods is much faster and takes an average of 40 minutes. A second procedure is recommended after 3 months.
Bronzing
Another subtype of highlighting. Here, the painting of the strands occurs as unobtrusively as possible, the drawing does not have much contrast. For performance, several similar shades are used, application is carried out in an open way without using foil. The result is a natural hair color, usually dark, with light blond veins.
Bronding is perfect for both short and medium length hair. Most often, this method is used in combination with a bob or more specific short haircuts. For example, cascading haircuts show very well the charms of bronzing. Unfortunately, a haircut “for a boy” will not allow this style to be revealed, it simply will not be noticeable.
Most suitable for dark hair. With blond hair, difficulties can arise, but, as in one of the previous methods, you can resort to dyeing the head with subsequent bronzing.
The procedure takes about an hour, re-staining is recommended approximately 3 months later.
Balayazh
This method of dyeing hair, along with highlighting, involves painting individual strands, lightening them from the roots to the ends. However, it has a number of features. Basically, it is distinguished by the application - it is done with sweeping movements with a brush, like sweeping, which literally translates into-pit. This style is perfect for short hair. Mostly only external curls are dyed, and the bulk of the hair does not practically change its color.
Balayazh can be made in the most natural and close to the natural color tones or be bright and combine many shades. Its execution is possible both on dark and on fair hair. As with any other type of highlighting, it is not recommended to carry out the procedure yourself.
For the balayazha technique, colors are selected individually, and in order not to be mistaken, it is worth paying attention to the services of a qualified colorist.
Application takes a long time, approximately 2 hours. It is considered a rather complex type of staining, so you should pay attention to the previous works of the wizard.
As a rule, paints with aggressive substances are used. Hair dyeing should be repeated after 2-3 months.
There are a large number of highlighting options, they are distinguished by the application method, the achievement of a natural effect or the principle of choosing a specific texture. This is only a small part of what stylists offer today. Often, the hair is not enough volume and here a dyeing method will come to the rescue, which is designed to solve this problem.In some cases, it is called 3d staining, but originally it was called easier.
Volumetric
This option has a huge number of variations of colors and textures, but most often the color is chosen as close as possible to natural tones. The technology is vaguely reminiscent of highlighting, but here, due to a properly selected palette and application texture, a visual volume is created. Hair shimmers naturally, and those areas that should be shaded with a voluminous hairstyle are darkened.
To dye your hair in this way will not succeed with your own hand and in any case you will have to contact the salon. Before starting the procedure, it is recommended to look at the previous works of the wizard to make sure his qualifications.
This technique can be implemented on both dark and blond hair. The volumetric dyeing procedure is safe, and unlike lightening, as during highlighting, the paint does not violate the structure of the hair and does not dry it. Another plus is the lack of need for correction. The color is selected in such a way that even when the roots grow back, this is completely invisible.
Volumetric staining came into the industry not so long ago, but already has several varieties, including staining options with the addition of more specific colors and textures. The painting procedure is simple and does not take much time. All the complexity lies in the selection of colors and shades.
Departing from classic coloring and natural tones, you should pay attention to fashion trends. These include bright staining.
Here you can use either one single color or several, which creates a contrasting coloration. It is important to choose the right tones.
Shade selection
Bright coloring, as a rule, is widespread among young people. This is a modern and creative solution that has begun to gain popularity relatively recently. Along with this, masters began to offer various techniques and styles of bright coloring. The most common color can be considered pink and its shades. Following the fashion, not only girls, but also women of age, are increasingly thinking about how to dye their hair in a bright color. There is a fairly large selection of bright hairstyles.
Bright colors combine perfectly with different styling, and a significant part of creative hairstyles falls on short hair.
For a long time pastel colors were in trend and still fashion has not gone anywhere. Ash pink or ash purple colors perfectly accentuate any image and will gently tint hair. This discreet style of staining is perfect for older women.
On the other hand, after 40 years it will be much more relevant to choose more restrained tones. During this period, it is too early to think about age, however, many women are confused by their appearance against the background of young girls. Any woman has a desire to feel younger, even if there is no need for it. In this case, stylists suggest choosing short haircuts in bright colors. Recommended colors are close to natural, a couple of tones lighter than their own.
Dark color symbolizes a certain severity and restraint. Although the dark face does not visually age and does not add wrinkles or other signs of age, it makes the image more severe, which makes many seem much older than they are.
In contrast, dark colors or contrasting stains are often suitable for young girls. The combination of colors such as black and red will create a daring image that refers to punk culture. This is a great choice for owners of a square or other options for short haircuts.
Short haircuts are ideal for thin hair - often after painting you can get a good amount. The best option is an elongated square with any highlighting option.Cascading haircuts or hairstyles with longer bangs will also look great. For coloring and styling, often the choice falls on asymmetric haircuts. They can visually add volume and fit into any modern look, from simple and light to strict and business.
In addition to the length and structure of the hair, when dyeing, it is also important to consider the original color. After all, different shades will fall completely differently on brown hair or golden. It is worth turning to an experienced colorist, as was repeatedly mentioned in this article. Self-staining entails some risks. The problem of incorrect color selection for your hair remains relevant. In addition, often girls greatly spoil their hair in attempts to lighten them even more.
When staining blond hair, it is important to pay attention to the composition of the paint.
You should not choose a resistant paint with a high content of fixatives or ammonia.
Since the structure of fair hair is naturally quite thin, it is worth paying attention to gentle paints with a small percentage of oxidizing agent.
Care should be taken with some shades. For example, chestnut if applied incorrectly may eventually result in a completely different color, usually red. And there are quite a few such examples, it is worth carefully studying this issue and comparing all the components. It is also not recommended to use the cheapest paints. They will not do much harm to the hair, but as a result, the color can turn out to be completely unnatural. The only good news is that in such a situation he may not last long, because cheap paints do not differ in durability at all.
If you plan to dye your head in dark color, it is advisable to contact the stylist. In the salon, they will help you determine the color, choice of paint, conduct the correct preparation for painting and the procedure itself.
Blond hair tinted very well. Here in a variety of shades you can already get lost. It is important to remember that any color can be in fashion, but it does not always fit a specific color type.
For dark hair, the rules and recommendations for dyeing are slightly different. Different shades can behave completely differently on dark hair. It is important to pay attention to preliminary clarification of hair - without it, the result will be as unpredictable as possible. This step is also worth approaching wisely. To get uniform lightening and even color after dyeing, it is worth lightening your hair not immediately, but gradually.
Depending on the structure of the hair, the concentration of the brightening composition may vary. If the hair is thick and hard, the maximum concentration is selected, which usually varies from 9 to 12%. With thinner hair, respectively, the concentration ranges from 3 to 6%.
Specialists in beauty salons, as a rule, have extensive experience, will be able to give a reliable assessment and will carefully select for you the method of lightening and coloring. You don’t have to worry about such things.
As a result, dark hair is more suitable for dyeing. Light toning or partial painting of curls is much more suitable. Despite this, the masters in the salons own a variety of techniques that are perfect for both light and dark hair.
Fashion trends
Each season, more and more new techniques and styles come into fashion, and although the classics have remained in service for a long time, trends are sometimes worth paying attention to. Currently, the most relevant bright coloring in tandem with the classics. This means the presence of two colors in the hairstyle, vaguely reminiscent of color highlighting and other styles of classic dyeing. Most often, two or more colors of similar key are used.
All modern dyeing techniques are best suited specifically for short hair or for medium length. Unusual colors, such as purple, golden, and purple, also came into fashion.
At the same time, non-standard shades tend to natural colors.
A fresh look at the classics is in fashion. Some styles, such as ombre or shuttle, are supplemented with new details and solutions: experiments with shades or textures, combining them with more modern types of coloring.
You can highlight a number of beautiful and relevant ideas for hair coloring. The modern world gives wide distribution to short haircuts, it is convenient and practical, and images from a short length do not become less spectacular.
Beautiful examples
You can emphasize individuality with such short hairstyles as caret. This long-known style has a lot of variations, among which each will find for itself something suitable and interesting. In addition, completely different dyeing techniques are applicable to this hairstyle - from restrained color and easy highlighting to bold and bright colors.
There are so many varieties of caret that, without exaggeration, it occupies a large part in this industry.
Next, you can highlight the variety of cascading haircuts, in them shorter curls give volume to longer ones. They are ideal for coloring and are also widespread. Especially popular options with elongated bangs.
Speaking of a long bang, one cannot but note the asymmetric haircuts. In fashion, they have long been and have already become classics of the genre. This is perhaps the most popular choice for a short haircut after a caret. Looks great paired with any dyeing technique.
Its unusual and very futuristic look attracts such a haircut option as a “secon”. It refers mainly to model haircuts and is quite difficult to care for and style.
The best choice for such a haircut would be a one-color dyeing in darker colors.
The perfect choice both for thick hair and not so, will be graduated haircuts. They combine perfectly with any kind of staining, while not inferior in femininity and sophistication.
Such haircuts as “bob” are also widespread. Along with the bob, with which he has a collaboration called the bob-bob, this is a frequent choice for a short haircut. It is ideally combined both with monophonic coloring and with bright or one of the types of highlighting.
This article examined the main points in choosing the style and method of hair coloring. Some examples are also provided.
See how to dye dark hair using the ombre technique in the next video.