Sunlight & Shade
By Sebastian Langman-Kirkley
A DIA Richesse lowlight and DIA Light gloss technique.
“This technique was designed to re-awaken highlights by selectively adding depth while keeping brightness to the overall look.”
Step 1
Formula:
Lowlight and Gloss
Formula 1: DIA Richesse 6.3/6G + 9-vol DIActivateur Developer + Smartbond Step 1
Formula 2: DIA Richesse 8.31/8GB + 9-vol DIActivateur Developer + Smartbond Step 1
Formula 3: DIA Light 10.13/10BG + 6-vol DIActivateur Developer + Smartbond Step 1
Step 2
Section:
Begin sectioning the hair from ear to ear through the high point of the head. In the nape, create a zigzag section varying the height of the peaks from low to high to low.
Step 3
Application:
Using a planchette, paint lowlights of Formula 1 in the shallow peaks, and lowlights of Formula 2 in the deeper ones. Repeat this pattern in 2 inch subsections up to the occipital bone.
Step 4
Application:
In the crown, paint all the peaks with Formula 1. Continue this application on the left side of the head up to the temple.
Step 5
Application:
Above the parietal ridge paint all the peaks with Formula 1. Repeat these steps on the right side of the head. Process to desired level of lift, rinse thoroughly.
Step 6
Gloss & Treat:
Towel dry and gloss with Formula 3 for up to 20 minutes, rinse thoroughly. Apply Smart Bond Step 2, process for 10 minutes.
Step 7
Removal & Rinsing:
Wet, emulsify, rinse and shampoo once with L’Oréal Professionnel A-OX Vitamino Color shampoo. Condition and preserve color radiance with a Serie Expert Powermix Color A-OX in-salon treatment.
Photography: Courtesy of L’Oréal Professionnel
