Modern coloring makes it possible to use fantasy to the fullest. Coloring in two colors can be done in different tones, taking into account the density and quality of the hair. Such an unusual coloring will satisfy the needs of the most fastidious fashionistas. There are several techniques, the features of each of which are described in the article.
How to choose the optimal shades?
Whatever technique you choose for dyeing your hair in two colors, before the procedure you need to think about which shades to choose. The overall harmony of the image will depend on the decision, as well as the possibility of performing one or another make-up.
Think about what colors you would like to combine on your hair - blond and light brown in an ashy cold tone or black with bright crimson? Of course, radical extreme-bright shades are better for students or creative individuals, as female leaders will look out of place in their workplace with bright fashionable two-tone coloring. But even here you can find a compromise: for example, dye the bulk of the hair in a calm neutralbrown-haired, and make the tips ultra-bright. Thus, if you make a beam, then bright coloring will be completely invisible to others. And in the evening, a woman lets her hair down and attracts the eyes of others.
Pros and cons of dyeing in two colors
As with any hair manipulation, there are pros and cons. Depending on which criterion prevails, you can decide on the need for staining in two colors or opt for some other technique.
Pluses of the procedure:
- The volume of the hair visually increases, they seem thicker (especially if, in parallel with the coloring, the master performs a gradient haircut with thinning of the tips).
- Updating color in two directions at once.
- Wide scope for the creative imagination of the master.
- The ability to adjust the shape of the face.
- The ability to choose the appropriate and least traumatic technique for hair.
- No need to frequently adjust the color (if the client opts for ombre or zonal staining).
Cons of dyeing in two colors:
- Techniques are quite complex, not everyone can do them on their own.
- Going to the salon to an experienced master will be expensive financially.
- Regular styling after coloring is often necessary, as otherwise the hair will lie untidy.
- After dyeing, the hair needs special care using professional products.
- Choice of bright colorsimplies the choice of equally bright makeup and image, otherwise the image will be disharmonious.
- If the hair is in poor condition, then it is better to start treatment and completely abandon dyeing, as there is a high risk that the structure will deteriorate irrevocably and you will have to do an ultra-short haircut.
Two-color hair color options (photo attached)
It is quite difficult for an amateur in hairdressing to navigate the variety of coloring techniques. Here are the most common two-color hair dyeing techniques:
Ombre. Assumes a smooth transition from one color to another. This is a modern and beautiful hair coloring with two colors, which can be done on hair of various lengths. The exception is very short haircuts, but even in this case you can trick and tint only the tips with a smooth transition
- Classic highlighting. It involves beautiful hair coloring in two colors. There is also Californian - when several shades are involved. Both options are good, but if the goal is to use exactly two shades when coloring, then you should opt for classic highlighting.
- Zonal staining. A technique in which only one area of the hair is exposed to the coloring composition. At the same time, the boundaries of the transition from one color to another are as clear as possible. The result is graphic, it is quite difficult to maintain it, since the hair of most peoplegrow at different rates. As a result, the graphics of the picture may be disturbed.
Balayage technique. Application of light highlights over the entire surface of the hair, while at the roots of the hair almost always leave the native shade. If there is an opportunity and desire, then you can use several shades when performing balayage. Some masters perform this coloring, starting from individual strands - this technique is not classically correct, although it is common
Ombre: features of staining
The main nuance that distinguishes this technique from others is a smooth transition from one shade to a lighter one. Ombre is always performed in only two colors. However, sometimes hairdressers show imagination and tint the ends of the hair in a third shade - but this technique is not considered classic and, accordingly, out of fashion.
Dyeing hair with two colors with a transition almost at the very roots is also called ombre. It happens that the transition from one color to another begins at a distance of about 6-8 cm from the roots. In some cases, the transition is lower - at a distance of about 20 cm from the roots. The location of the transition largely depends on the length and thickness of the client's hair. Obviously, the option of dyeing short hair in two colors implies a transition almost at the roots, while on long hair the transition can be located at the level of the ears or even the neck. Before proceeding with the procedure, you should discuss with the master the place of transition from one color to another. You should also think about what paletteperform an ombre - in cold, ashy tones or in copper.
Can I do ombre coloring at home?
The main problem when performing ombre is to achieve a smooth change in shades. How is such a smooth transition achieved? The whole secret is that you should comb your hair horizontally, lighten the lower part, and then tint your hair. It is thanks to the pile and subsequent staining that a smooth transition is achieved. However, if you overdo it, if the pile is too strong, then the coloring will turn out to be untidy. In a word, to paint with two colors at home, you need to practice and fill your hand.
There is a great risk that the first time you perform an ombre, the result will be deplorable. This is a rather complicated technique that requires knowledge and hairdressing experience. Therefore, it is better not to experiment at home, but to entrust the hair to the master.
Classic and California highlights
Highlighting has not lost its relevance to this day. Today, rough highlighting is no longer in fashion, in which several large strands are lightened. It is necessary to select as many strands of different thicknesses as possible and first lighten them, and then tint them in the desired shade (ashy, honey, caramel, etc.).
California highlighting is more difficult to perform, this technique requires the master to have experience and knowledge of color. When performing California highlighting, it is necessary to tint the selected strands in different shades - this is no longer a two-color staining. However, if we compare classical andCalifornia highlights, the second option looks more modern.
Is it possible to perform high-quality highlighting at home?
Often, in an attempt to save money, girls decide to perform highlighting at home. It would seem that it is difficult to separate the strands, color them on foil, then wash off the composition. In fact, the strands must be selected not in a chaotic manner, but in a special way (more at the temples, less at the crown). First, the selected strands must be lightened, and only then tinted to the desired shade.
Alas, without experience in the hairdressing industry, attempts to do highlighting on your own are doomed to failure. It is better to find an experienced master and entrust the beauty of your hair to his hands.
What is zonal staining?
Zonal coloring involves coloring one part of the hair: temples, nape, bangs. Depending on the length and thickness of the hair, you can invent various ideas in this technique.
Usually allocate zones, for example, on bangs, and paint them in bright colors. Zonal coloring is guaranteed to attract a lot of attention, so you should think before venturing into such an image change.
Stencil coloring (patterned)
In this case, a special pattern is applied to the hair using a stencil. This may be a specific image or print imitating the skin of predators. The application of geometric patterns is called pixel coloring. This is the most difficult techniquecan only be performed by an experienced craftsman.
Patterned coloring looks most impressive on short dark hair. However, there are exceptions. For example, in the photo below you see a stencil work in several colors at once.
Features of staining using the balayage technique
One of the most popular two color techniques for medium length hair is balayage.
The final result largely depends on the right shades that are in perfect harmony with each other. Usually their number is limited to two, maximum - three. The paint is applied to the middle and ends of the strands with horizontal strokes, almost in a chaotic manner. There are fewer strokes at the roots, the lower to the tips, the more there are.
You can make balayazh full, medium or only on the tips. Depending on the length and thickness of the hair, the same technique will look different on each woman. In a modern interpretation, the technique, whose name translates as "revenge, sweep", allows the use of bright colors and the creation of clear boundaries between colors.
Which is better: going to a salon or dyeing your hair at home?
This question is for every girl who wants to change her image. Almost all two-color dyeing techniques require skill and knowledge of color from the master. It is almost impossible to perform such coloring on your own: you will get an untidy and even funny look.
Without experience with dyes and brighteners, the risk is highviolate the proportion when mixing, as well as incorrectly apply the composition. As a result, at best, the hair simply will not be dyed, and at worst, the dye will lie unevenly. In this case
The importance of proper care for colored hair
Successful and stylish coloring is not a guarantee of a stylish appearance. If you do not properly care for dyed hair, they will become dry and brittle, the ends will begin to split. After the staining procedure, professional care products should be purchased:
- After every wash, pamper your hair with a mask with keratin or other proteins in the composition. Masks with argan oil in the composition are also good.
- Remember to use heat protectant before hot styling with tongs, blow dryers, etc.
- Tips need special care: special fluids and concentrates should be applied to prevent delamination.
- If after dyeing the scalp becomes problematic (excessively oily or dry), dandruff or seborrhea appears, then you should purchase a therapeutic shampoo and scalp scrub.