momof2gr8kids
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Many of you have been following my continuing attempts to find the perfect blonde for me, and have also read my posts about how hubby didn't really like my haircolor after taking the plunge and going blonde. I've liked it all along, but have struggled a lot with keeping the gold/brassy tones at bay, even using Born Blonde and various purple shampoos. My stylist/colorist has been working with me through this process and has tried various things to find the perfect balance of lift and control. I had an appt for a root touchup Saturday and I had them set aside extra time to re-evaluate my color because it was really brassy and it had been at least 2 appts. since I had any bleach other than the roots.
Finally, success! I liked the color before but just didn't feel 'blonde' enough. I don't want platinum, but I definitely wanted to be light blonde. My natural color is almost dark brown. This time, he kept my base somewhat dark, but worked on getting it very neutral. Then, he focused on the goldest sections and bleached them with foils. He also did skinny lowlights. I am not sure of the tones/levels used. After it was all blown out, he still thought it would help to have lighter sections around my face/bang area, so more foils were applied there (These were areas he didn't highlight the first time). He then put in a toner mix by Goldwell (I tried my hardest to remember everything he was doing, but I always forget...sorry...) which was left in for a short time, I'd say max 5-10 minutes.
Here's my hair today! I'm happy with it...what do you think?
I'm hoping I can finally settle on this color and focus on upkeep from here. It's still a bit dry, but overall, I like!
The funniest thing about all of this, after spending almost 6 hours at the salon on Saturday, I thought my hubby would for sure hit the roof. When I got home, he actually said "It looks pretty" and he admitted he actually likes the color! A total 180, which is fine with me! He still isn't sure about it with my complexion, but I told him that my complexion is ruddy, and no matter what color my hair is, the color is not going to take away the ruddiness, only make it look a more pleasing 'ruddy' or not...kwim?
Finally, success! I liked the color before but just didn't feel 'blonde' enough. I don't want platinum, but I definitely wanted to be light blonde. My natural color is almost dark brown. This time, he kept my base somewhat dark, but worked on getting it very neutral. Then, he focused on the goldest sections and bleached them with foils. He also did skinny lowlights. I am not sure of the tones/levels used. After it was all blown out, he still thought it would help to have lighter sections around my face/bang area, so more foils were applied there (These were areas he didn't highlight the first time). He then put in a toner mix by Goldwell (I tried my hardest to remember everything he was doing, but I always forget...sorry...) which was left in for a short time, I'd say max 5-10 minutes.
Here's my hair today! I'm happy with it...what do you think?
I'm hoping I can finally settle on this color and focus on upkeep from here. It's still a bit dry, but overall, I like!
The funniest thing about all of this, after spending almost 6 hours at the salon on Saturday, I thought my hubby would for sure hit the roof. When I got home, he actually said "It looks pretty" and he admitted he actually likes the color! A total 180, which is fine with me! He still isn't sure about it with my complexion, but I told him that my complexion is ruddy, and no matter what color my hair is, the color is not going to take away the ruddiness, only make it look a more pleasing 'ruddy' or not...kwim?
