Complex hair coloring: what is it, techniques for different hair lengths

The art of professional coloring of strands is constantly being improved. Monochrome techniques today have given way to sophisticated staining techniques. This is consistent with the latest fashion trends that declare multi-color methods for coloring strands, volume, bright, expressive accents in hairstyles. If earlier we were content with highlighting and coloring, today there are a lot of varieties of multicolor technology.

The technology of complex hair coloring should be entrusted only to a professional master. Only a highly qualified specialist can perform painting in this technique. The procedure is not always done with one visit to the salon, often it takes several to achieve the desired result. Multicolor stains make:

• those who want to preserve the natural look of the strands, creating a slight illusion of a natural color transition;
• dreaming of provocative extraordinary images, as bright and catchy as possible.

Like any hair procedure, multi-color dyeing has a number of significant advantages and disadvantages. The benefits include:

• the opportunity to express your personality;
• creating a fashionable and spectacular image;
• the technique of combining shades, as a rule, leaves the roots intact, so their structure is preserved;
• visual volume of strands;
• emphasized haircut;
• correctly selected shades rejuvenate the face, hide flaws;
• gray hair disguise;
• suitable for all age categories;
• does not require frequent correction, in comparison with monochrome painting;
• looks status;
• allows you to gradually change the color from light to dark and vice versa.

There are also disadvantages:

• high price for quality materials and services of a professional craftsman;
• pre-clarification is often required, which harms the strands;
• too dark and curly strands do not lend themselves well to such techniques.

There are a lot of names and staining schemes for complex technology today. You can choose the best options for all types of strands, source color, face shape, age and status. Almost all multicolor stains, no matter what they are called, require stretching the color, transition, contrast or gradient. It is very important to know the main differences between the techniques and choose the right tone, regardless of fashion trends. For example, the current ashy is not for every color type.

This look is distinguished by naturalness and airiness, the strands seem to be slightly lit by the sun and look natural. Hues are stretched, flowing harmoniously from the darkened crown to the bright ends. A clear gradient is not traced, the transition is horizontal type.

One of the most popular techniques is washing pigment from strands that are stained randomly. The roots remain natural, the ends and several strands above are stained in contrast.

The essence of this technique is to draw a natural color, to play with shades that look like a shadow. The roots remain in their original form or slightly darkened, then along the entire length there is a gradient with a smooth transition. It adds excellent volume, they are magnificent both in assembled and loose, suitable for straight and curly strands.

It is best suited for those who want to make changes to the image, but are not ready for dramatic changes. In this case, individual locks are painted over, which allows the image to be fresh, interesting. Technologically, highlighting can be different: diagonal, root, etc. Strands can either be highlighted or darkened.

It has become incredibly popular thanks to the fashion for naturalness. The transition in the end turns out to be so soft that we barely perceive the shades used are as close to each other as possible. In fact, only light highlights on the strands are emphasized, nothing outrageous and catchy.

We will present popular fashionable techniques based on various types of coloring, gradient coloring and highlighting.

• Tiger's Eye. Only warm colors are used, suitable for dark-haired girls. Shades of caramel, honey, amber, chocolate are preferred.

• Pixel This is a creative technique, suitable for any length, but not performed on curls.The image in the form of pixels is quite complex, can be located both in the selected area and along the entire length.

• 3D One of the most complicated methods involves applying shades of temperature-opposite palettes: cold, warm, neutral. The strands are divided into 3 parts, each is painted in its own tone, light strands are added.

• Stencil. Everything is complicated and simple at the same time. When staining, they use a stencil with which a pattern is applied to the strands. Suitable only for straight healthy hair.

• Marble. To achieve this effect, uneven-type clarification is performed. Not suitable for light strands.

• Pepper and salt. It looks best on dark hair that gray hair has already touched. In fact, this is highlighting, which hides the gray hair by effectively displaying it.

• Holography. The name speaks for itself, in this technique a mixture of blue, violet, green colors is used, after which they are applied to the highlighted strands. A game with shades is allowed, if you are not so creative, in this case you can choose pastel colors. Look great in braided form.

• Point Scandinavia. Allows you to perform a smooth gradient from light roots of a cool shade to darkened tips in warm colors. Very complex and effective staining.

• Squaw. Ideal for not too long and not too short strands. It is carried out using a special hat, on which the locks from the back of the head are placed and lightened. As a result, the color is in contrast, the transition borders are tinted in bright shades.

• Blond Smokey. This is a type of ombre that allows months to not adjust staining. In this technique, the emphasis is on dark roots, which can be specially darkened for greater effect. The transition of shades is noticeable, but very soft.

• Contouring. This trend is reminiscent of facial features with special powder. Tones close to natural are used, with the help of which the face is framed. A great way to emphasize the dignity of the face, adjust it with dark or light strands.

• Pearls. It is achieved by mixing different tones from gray to chocolate and applying on a platinum base. The effect of iridescent pearls is very delicate, you can choose for any source color.

• Blorange. Unusual coloring, which is suitable for fair-haired and fair-skinned. It is obtained by combining shades of calm orange, rose and platinum.

• Neon. This method is suitable for lovers of outrageous, after it the strands will glow in the dark and shimmer in different shades.

Before choosing the type of staining, you should either consult with the master, or conduct an analysis of the source data. First of all, proceed from the length of the strands: long, medium to shoulder length, short. Then mark those methods that are not suitable for curly hair, if you have just such. Direct - allow much more variation. Next, evaluate the original color, for brown-haired, red, chestnut, black, light strands certain shades are suitable.

The most important point from which you need to build on is the color type. First, determine which one you belong to, then choose the method of complex coloring:

• winter - cool type, but very expressive shades (copper, gold, red and brown scales) suit him;

• Spring - It is especially well emphasized in light tones (gold, beige, light brown gamma, linen, caramel, light chestnut);

• summer - looks better in cold tones (light brown, ash, pearls, cold brown);

• fall ideal with warm colors (red copper, fire, brown and chestnut tones are ideal for choice).

The following points should be considered:

• naturally dark strands will require significant lightening, this can harm them;
• blond hair may not lighten very aggressively;
• Consider your lifestyle and status, before choosing the type of painting, do not paint in too light or bright shades if you occupy a serious position.

Dark natural strands are an ideal background for a crank. The length of the hair does not matter much.

The chaotic contrast of the hut is a great way to give the strands volume and create the effect of luxurious negligence.

Naturally curly hair is not suitable for every type of complex dyeing. One way to emphasize curls in an original way is to make an ombre.

Highlighting is far from always uniform, a good master can create a real miracle in this technique.

If the strands are short or medium and light brown, consider the option of bronding. This technique is suitable for absolutely any age and status.

Darkened roots and elegantly flowing shades of warm honey, wheat, light redhead - the perfect solution for elongated strands.

For bold and expressive, catchy pixel coloring is suitable. Shades need to be selected for the original color of the strands, so that the contrast is most effective.

3D painting gives a stunning result of the elusive transition of tones from one to another. At the same time, the volume visually increases, and the brilliance of the strands is simply fantastic.

Screen staining is not suitable for a measured lifestyle, but it will perfectly emphasize the creative nature and courage of the owner.

If the gray hair is uneven, but you don’t want to change the image, there is a desire to age naturally, the “pepper and salt” technique is suitable.

The holographic effect is a great way of expression for young ladies. In weaving, he looks especially amazing.

Coloring "Scandinavian point" has turned upside down ideas about painting techniques and technologies. Light roots, dark ends, a mixture of warm and cool tones - all this is not only acceptable, but also looks very harmonious.

Contouring coloring will help to refresh the image, give clarity and completeness to the features, and hide flaws.

The pearl dyeing technique gives the impression of a radiant, iridescent mother of pearl. The color scheme can be quite neutral or very original.

Blorange makes it possible to create a peach extravaganza with notes of citrus, red, muted pink shades. In this case, the composition does not look flashy.

Nightclub regulars will definitely love the idea of ​​shining in different shades during a party.

The hit of recent seasons is smoky blond. An expressive and bright blonde who does not need frequent visits to the hairdresser is a great option for an active modern woman.

For how to make complex staining, see the next video.