Highlighting hair at home. Step by step instructions for beginners, with a hat, foil. Photo

Highlighting of hair is carried out along the entire length, in separate strands. Perform it at home, to master the technique allows a step-by-step instruction.

What you need for a home procedure

Prepare for highlighting in advance. Sets with everything you need are sold in specialized stores. You can also collect items individually.

What is needed:

1. Powder plus an oxidizing agent, forming a brightening composition. For dark hair, 12% oxidizing agent is required, for light hair – 3% oxidizing agent is sufficient. The density of the hair also affects the choice of concentration: the thicker the hair, the higher the concentration.
2. Stripes of foil, hat – depending on the chosen technique.
3. Hook, comb with a thin handle. Using a hook, the strands are pulled through the openings of the cap; with the help of a comb, the strands are parted.
4. Comb-brush (before the procedure, the hair needs to be combed).
5. Brush for applying the composition .
6. Rubber gloves, old clothes to protect against oxidizing agents.
7. Towel on the shoulders if the dye flows.
8. Ceramic dishes . The mixture is diluted in it.
9. 2 mirrors to see yourself simultaneously from all sides.
10. Shampoo, balm .

After dyeing, the hair is washed. Moisturizing, nutrition are necessary at the final stage. Conditioner balm will provide additional hair care after highlighting.

What paint to choose

Very popular are Garnier, Galant, Supra Gold, Palette. Paint manufacturer Garnier contains olive oil, wheat. They protect the hair from the harmful effects of chemistry, moisturize the hair.

Shades are various:

• super – brightening;
• natural;
• platinum;
• sand.

The creamy consistency raises Garnier to the first position in the ranking of coloring products. The paint does not flow, is evenly distributed along the entire length. Penetrating into the hair, she completely dyes it.

Palette paint is widely used at home, it allows you to lighten highlighted hair in 4-5 tones. Step-by-step instructions are inside the package. The palette of shades includes tones from ash to gold blond. The composition of the paint includes orange oil. It protects hair from the harmful effects of chemistry.

Budget cosmetics include Galant paint. She attracts the buyer with the composition. Inside the product contains a balm saturated with cashmere proteins.

It restores the damaged structure of the hair, improves their quality. Silk proteins improve the condition of the hair follicle.

The only negative is the smell of ammonia, but it is felt only at the stage of staining.

“Supra Gold” refers to powder dyes. It consists of synthetic and natural components. The paint brightens the hair in 3-7 tones. With it, you can easily hide the gray hair. If the stain is unsuccessful, it is quickly washed off.

Foil highlighting

The technique of the procedure is suitable for girls with long hair. It is recommended to start staining in the immediate vicinity of the parting. Before staining the strand, the foil is fixed under the strand. This will protect closely spaced hair, the color of which does not need to be changed, from dyeing.

Procedure progress:

1. The foil sheet is cut into strips 2’8 – 3’9 inch long.
2. Carefully comb.
3. Separate hair into curls and fix with clips.
4. Take one curl and divide it into bundles.
5. Paint is applied with a brush.
6. Wrap a strand of foil.
7. Fasten with a clamp.

The density of application of the coloring composition depends on the desired intensity of highlighting. Processing begins from the center of the head, moving to the left and right sides. The nape is highlighted last. The exposure time of the composition is determined by the desired degree of staining.

For light clarification, 15-20 minutes is enough, the average is 20-25 minutes, to get an intense effect, it takes up to 40 minutes. Then the foil is removed, and the head is washed with warm water. If desired, shampoo can be used. For rinsing use vinegar and decoctions of herbs. You can finish the procedure using a rinse conditioner and a nourishing mask.

With a hat

This technique is widely used at home. She is perfect for girls with short hair. The maximum length should be no more than 5’9 inch.

Highlighting hair at home (a step-by-step instruction of this technology involves the use of caps with small holes, if it is difficult to buy, they are replaced with an ordinary package, making holes in a checkerboard pattern).

It is carried out in the following order:

1. Hair highlighted carefully combed, unwashed, dry.
2. Put on a hat.
3. Pull the strands through the holes with a hook. For intense lightening, strands are pulled from each hole. If the degree of clarification is planned to be medium, it is enough to pull out the strands, passing one hole between them. For easy highlighting, a strand is taken out of every third hole.
4. On the elongated strands, the coloring composition is applied with a flat brush.
5. Without removing the cap, rinse the curls with warm water. Then get rid of the cap and wash all hair with shampoo. For rinsing use balm conditioner.

With ponytails

The technique is ideal for short curly hair. A feature of clarification is the need for subsequent frequent haircuts. Growing roots are very noticeable. To stain with “ponytails”, gloves, foil, and rubber bands are needed. The latter can be replaced with braid. Before the procedure,
you need to cut your hair so that the ends of the hair are the same length.

Technique of execution:

• Divide the hair into squares 3/3 or 4/4.
• The base of the strands is fixed with an elastic band.
• Ponytails all over the head.
• Wrap the strands with foil, leaving the ends free by 0’8 inch.
• They put on gloves, apply a clarifier on the left ends, making feathers.
• Withstand dye from 25 to 40 minutes.
• Remove the gum.
• Wash off the composition.

The procedure for highlighting with “tails” is considered easy, an assistant is not required for execution . Before starting work, you should cover your shoulders with a towel or a cloak. At the end of the procedure, the effect of overgrown roots is obtained. The length of the surface to be painted is adjusted as desired.

Highlighting with a comb

Highlighting hair with a comb is not a complicated procedure that can be carried out independently at home without an assistant. The method does not require the use of foil.

Also, you do not need to monitor the uniformity of applying the composition along the entire length. More dye may well fall into one area, and less by another. A similar technique creates an interesting visual effect. Special skills for staining are not required.

Sequencing:

1. Paint is prepared, a comb is not made of metal, gloves, a towel.
2. Occupy a position in front of the mirror.
3. Comb.
4. The coloring composition is applied to the comb with a flat brush.
5. Comb the selected strand, starting from the roots.
6. Combing is repeated throughout the stain, including the tips.
7. The movement along the entire length must be continuous.
8. Withstand paint the necessary time.
9. Wash off.

If the technique of highlighting a comb is performed for the first time, you should prepare for any result. The effect may be unexpected.

Using pigtails

When you want to refresh your hair, you can make dyeing using pigtails.

To lighten on a pigtail you will need:

• a bowl;
• gloves
• brush;
• hairbrush;
• clamps;
• wide fabric to cover;
• foil;
• shampoo;
• rinse conditioner.

The size and number of braids is optional. Braid them should not be tight. The brightening composition can be applied on top of individual lines along the weave, in parts, along the entire length. The result is spotty highlighting.

The color of the output is light. Partial dyeing creates the effect of glare of the sun in loose hair. Randomly applied spots are similar to leopard spots. The result looks very original. Moreover, it is possible to use color combinations in one braid. This style is more suitable for young girls.

Pigtail lightning is very convenient, does not require frequent correction.

California highlighting

Highlighting hair in this way (actually lightening) is performed without the use of foil. It is better to carry it out in the fresh air. It is this technique that allows for a smooth transition, the effect of strands burnt out under the sunlight.

For the procedure you will need:

• hairbrush;
• gloves
• towel;
• a bowl;
• flat brush;
• brightening composition.

Progress of the process:

1. The coloring composition is prepared according to the instructions insert.
2. They are covered with a towel.
3. Comb your hair.
4. Beams are separated in a checkerboard pattern with a width of 0’4 – 0’8 inch.
5. Strands are formed strictly along horizontal partings.
6. Apply the composition with a brush, holding it parallel to the hair.
7. Make sure that the paint does not get into neighboring areas.
8. For convenience, transfer the strands with a napkin (do not use foil).
9. Withstand the composition of 40 minutes.
10. Wash off.

When washing hair, use shampoo, apply balm for care. Before the procedure, you do not need to wash your hair. The best result will be obtained on heavily soiled hair. After performing highlighting with this method, you can not worry about staining for a long time.

Venetian

Venetian highlighting hides gray hair well, gives strands shine, volume. This is a complex type of coloring, lightening in several tones. It differs from the rest in the sharpness of the transition between shades.

Benefits:

• randomness of staining, giving the effect of splendor, volume;
• suitable for brunettes, blondes;
• no correction is needed in the future;
• equally dyes hair of any length;
• used on previously painted strands.

Technique of execution:

1. They wash their heads.
2. Apply the composition with a toothbrush, it will dye even thin hair.
3. Withstand at least 40 minutes.
4. Comb your hair and wash off the paint.

Basal highlighting

The advantage of the method is the coloring of the roots, gray strands without affecting the entire mass of hair. The technique refers to gentle due to the discoloration of individual areas. This is the main difference between the baseline highlighting from the full.

When the procedure is carried out on already dyed hair, tinting is required to evenly distribute the color along the entire length. The technique is complicated, it requires some experience. Difficulties lie in the selection of the appropriate shade, its careful application.

Freshly painted areas should coincide in tone with previously clarified.

Step-by-step instructions prohibit washing your hair before highlighting at home. Sebum protects the scalp from the aggressive effects of chemistry.

Items required for high-quality clarification:

• brush;
• foil;
• paint.

Stages of execution:

• hair is divided
  into strands;
• work starts from the back of the head;
• separate a thin bundle, lay a foil 3’9 inch wide;
• treat the roots with a composition, wrap with foil;
• to understand whether the hair has been dyed to the desired shade, unfold the foil and check the result;
• Having achieved the desired result, remove the foil and wash off the composition.

Shatush

This method is considered the most gentle change in hair color. It is difficult to use the painting technique at home without certain skills.

Need to buy:

• a comb;
• towel or napkin;
• clamps;
• paint;
• a brush;
• means for tinting.

Sequencing:

1. The shoulders are covered with a towel.
2. Separate hair into strands 1. 2 – 0’8 inch thick.
3. There is no need to follow a certain order; they act randomly.
4. Lock the locks with clamps.
5. Take one of the strands and comb it.
6. The brightening composition is applied with careless actions, easily touching the hair.
7. When staining, the roots do not affect, depart from them by 0’4 – 0’8 inch.
8. Repeat the action with all the strands.
9. Wait 40 minutes.
10. They washed their heads.
11. Apply tint.
12. Wash your hair with shampoo.
13. Rinse with water.
14. Apply a nourishing mask.

If you strictly follow the step by step instructions, then highlighting will succeed.

How to highlight on long hair

Highlighting hair at home (a step-by-step instruction is required) for long hair is considered time-consuming, time-consuming. The procedure is carried out with foil or brush. The cap option is not applicable. The foil must be selected dense. Easy will crawl, undesirable areas will stain.

Prepare in advance:

• paint;
• a comb;
• foil;
• a brush;
• capacity for dilution of the composition;
• towel;
• clock;
• care products.

During the manipulation can not be distracted. Act quickly. If you lose time during the execution of staining, the strands that are painted in the first place are burned, become stiff.

Progress:

1. Wash hair, dry, comb.
2. Choose a comb strand of 0’8 – 2 inch.
3. Under each foil.
4. Paint with a brush on top.
5. Tuck the end onto the foil, then paint over.
6. Foil is folded, pressed to the processed strand.
7. In a similar manner, all areas are treated.
8. Withstand the time specified in the instructions.
9. Remove the foil and wash the hair.
10. In conclusion, rinse hair with balm and make a nourishing mask.

The result of clarification depends on the amount of stained curls. When there are a lot of them, the effect is interesting. But many girls do not dye the entire mass of hair.

Such highlighting looks good on loose long hair.

Highlighting short hair

The advantages of highlighting on short hair:

1. Softens rough facial features.
2. Creates a beautiful shade of natural tone.
3. Visually increases the volume of curls.
4. Gives splendor to a hairstyle.
5. Highlights a haircut contour.
6. Suitable for any type of hair.
7. When staining thin strands, a smooth transition is obtained.
8. It does not harm hair.
9. Frequent corrections will not be needed.
10. Helps create a vibrant look.

Highlighting hair at home (a step-by-step instruction is required for each dyeing method) of small length can be made using the majimesh method, Peek-a-Boo, Two-tone, diagonal. The method of coloring is selected depending on the type of haircut.

For the usual Bob haircut, choose the classic highlighting option, on an elongated one, a veil of any shade looks better. Choosing an option for a short cascade, you should give preference to California highlighting.

Lightening short hair is not carried out on brittle, damaged strands. It should be delayed with highlighting after a recent perm. Also, caution should be given to lightening, if previously the hair was stained with henna, basma. In all these cases, the result can be unpredictable.

How to maintain the brightness of the shade of highlighted hair

1. Use high quality paint. Natural oils, which are part of the composition, retain moisture inside the hair, give them shine and shine. It is recommended to choose formulations without ammonia.
2. Shades of red, red are subject to fading . The effect is associated with the large size of the molecules of the coloring composition. The paint of such tones does not penetrate deep into the structure of the hair, respectively, it is washed off faster.
3. Do not use shampoo often. With frequent shampooing, paint molecules are quickly washed away. Detergent should be used no more than once every 2 days. To maintain brightness, it is recommended to use dry shampoo, as well as special shampoos for colored hair.

   

4. After staining, do not wash your hair for at least 2 days. Paint needs to be given time to soak. If you need to take a shower at this time, put on a hat to protect your hair from water.
5. It is recommended that you use air conditioning. It makes the color even, gives shine. It is applied starting from the line of the ears to the tips.
6. The durability of the paint depends on its quality. Professional products protect the color, add shine, shine, volume to the hair.
7. Do not use products containing sulfates. They contain salts that lead to dehydration. As a result, the hair dims due to moisture loss.
8. Deep conditioning helps maintain brightness. A mask of this action is applied to wet hair and thoroughly combed, then rolled up in a bun and covered with a towel. After half an hour, wash off.

To achieve the desired result when highlighting at home, you need to know the rules for using an oxidizing agent. The step-by-step instructions give clear recommendations to be followed.

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