Demystifying Hair Coloring Services: A Guide to Techniques and Terminology

Hey there, gorgeous!

Shannon Reiley here, the proud owner of Light Styling, your go-to boutique hair extension salon in Longmont, CO. Today, I'm excited to dive into the world of hair coloring services and unravel the terminology and techniques commonly used in our salon.

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Whether you're looking to brighten up your locks with highlights or add depth with lowlights, understanding the different options available can help you achieve your dream hair color. So, let's break it down together:

Highlights:When we lighten your natural hair, creating dimension and brightness.

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Baby Lights: Delicate, finely woven highlights that mimic the natural, sun-kissed look of baby hair

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Natural Weave Highlights: Consistent-sized weaving that adds dimension without overpowering the hair.

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Slices: Larger sections of hair that create bold, statement highlights or lowlights.

Balayage: A hand-painting technique that adds soft, natural-looking highlights throughout the hair for a sun-kissed effect.

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Foliage: Similar to balayage, but with the addition of placing painted pieces in foil to enhance the lightening process and provide additional support.

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Lowlights: Adding color that matches your natural hair or is slightly darker to create depth and richness.

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Single Process: Applying color to all of your hair to achieve a uniform shade. This may involve using multiple colors to achieve the desired result.

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Double Process: Lightening the hair all over and then toning it to the desired shade. This can be done on the roots only or throughout the hair.

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Gloss: Applying a gloss to the ends of the hair to refresh the color, condition, and enhance shine.

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Corrective Color: A comprehensive approach to fixing hair color issues, which may involve multiple techniques and a significant amount of time in the salon chair.

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Now, let's talk about the impact of hair extensions on hair color:

Rarely is a person's hair one single color, and our hand-tied extensions come in multiple shades to seamlessly blend with your natural hair. During the consultation, we discuss your hair color goals and customize the extensions to achieve the desired look.

Hair extensions offer incredible versatility when it comes to creating your desired hair color without compromising the health of your natural hair. Whether you want to add dimension, create a lighter appearance, or simply enhance your current color, our extensions can help you achieve your dream look.

At Light Styling, we believe in using extensions to manipulate color and create the desired look without relying solely on traditional hair color services. This not only preserves the health of your natural hair but also offers endless possibilities for customization and creativity.

So, whether you're looking to refresh your current color or completely transform your look, Light Styling is here to help you achieve your hair goals. Schedule your consultation with us today, and let's embark on this exciting hair journey together!

Until next time, stay fabulous and embrace the beauty of your unique hair!

Warm regards,

Shannon Reiley  

Owner, Light Styling

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