Toning hair after highlighting

Hair highlighting is a widespread beauty procedure. Yes, it is not surprising: it suits ladies of any age, refreshes the image, emphasizes the structure of the haircut. However, when dark hair is streaked, the strands do not turn out to be exactly the color that one would like. In this case, you will help toning hair.

Toning is called a gentle dyeing procedure that allows you to achieve the desired shade of the strand. It is performed when there is a significant contrast between the base hair color and bleached curls, as well as in the presence of yellowness. After toning, the transitions from tone to tone become smoother, the impression of a sun glare in the hair is created.

Tinting should not be confused with coloring, and indeed with traditional hair coloring. This procedure is significantly different from them. The fact is that during its implementation dyes are used that do not penetrate deep into the hair shaft, but remain on its surface. Therefore, the effect of toning lasts no more than 2 months, and with each washing of the head the color becomes paler. Sometimes it disappears in just a couple of weeks.

After you have made highlights, you should not tint your hair on the same day. Give them a little "rest" at least a week and a half. If you overdo the bleaching product and the curls become dry, “straw”, you will first have to undergo a course of treatment with the help of masks and other nutrients. Hair must restore its structure, only then will they be able to fully accept the dye pigment.

Of course, this procedure, like any other, has pros and cons. Let's take a look at them.

Pros:

• The formulations used in toning act sparingly and do not spoil the hair - many of them contain vitamins and minerals that moisturize, promote the appearance of natural shine, and enhance the color saturation;
• toning can be done with your own hands - no professional training is required here;
• most of the products for the procedure are very affordable;
• the color palette of toners is huge and you can easily choose a shade that suits you;
• sometimes, after bleaching, the strands begin to “give away” to an ugly yellowish color - toning will help you again, which will eliminate this problem;
• removes too obvious contrast between bleached curls and the main hair color;
• tinting products have almost no contraindications;
• if you carry out the procedure regularly, the color will "accumulate" in the hair rods and their color will become brighter;
• toning after bleaching will help give the blond exactly the shade you want: ashen, golden, pinkish, sandy, with a gray hair effect, etc .;
• if you buy toners of different colors, you can even change your image every week, because if you want, you can wash out the toning agent in several stages with regular shampoo;
• toning can be done with any hair length;
• There is no age limit.

As you can see, there are a lot of positive moments. But in every barrel of honey there is a spoon of tar. Therefore, we consider the cons of rendering:

• short-term effect requiring correction at least once every 3-4 weeks;
• toning is not able to change the hair color by more than a couple of tones;
• with each use of the shampoo, the color fades;
• does not paint over gray hair (except for special toners designed for such hair);

A very important detail when choosing the color of a toning preparation is orientation to its original external data: base hair color, skin color and eyes. If you plan to carry out the procedure in the salon, the master stylist will surely show you a layout-palette with curls painted in different tones, and you can “try on” them to your face. If you want to experiment at home, when choosing the right shade, use these tips:

• the closer the color of the toner is to the native color of your hair, the more likely it is to get an excellent result;
• Blondes whose skin has a “warm” shade are recommended golden tones: honey, wheat, sand, caramel;
• Copper tones, even terracotta, are perfect for girls with red or blond hair;
• “Cold” blondes with marble-colored skin should opt for ashy, platinum and flax blonde;
• If your goal is to get the effect of burnt out hairs, choose the lightest tone possible (but not from the “cold”, but from the “warm” palette).

Next, we consider the types of toning, as well as tools offered in the cosmetic market for this procedure.

Depending on the intensity of coloring and color fastness toning is divided into the following types.

• Lung - This is a kind of experiment conducted by the master in order to understand whether the chosen shade is suitable for you or not. Dye is quickly washed off the hair.
• Gentle - it is carried out by applying tinted shampoos, sprays containing care ingredients that help maintain and improve the health of your hair after highlighting. Will require an update after 3-4 weeks.
• Intense - the most resistant. The dye fills all the empty spaces between the scales of the hair shaft, providing it with maximum protection and color. When conducting it, use a special ammonia-free tonic paint or other similar means. The result can last up to 3 months.

And now let's talk about what kind of tinting products are available on the cosmetic market, what are their features and which companies produce them.

It is used to give a light shade to streaked straps. With it, you can change the color just a couple of tones, as it does not color the hair, but only enhances the intensity of the color. That is why experts advise choosing such a product with a color that is close to the base color. When using a tinted shampoo once a week, the “accumulation effect” will work and the hair tone will become brighter. If the experiment with the choice of the desired color was unsuccessful, the tool can be easily washed out of the hair with regular shampoo.

Separately, I want to say about purple shampoo, which is used against yellowness. When applied correctly, your bleached strands will become ashen.

Among the manufacturers of this type of cosmetics especially listed:

• Russian product "Tonic" from "Rocolor" has a yellowing agent in the line and 9 tinted shampoos (from blond to chocolate);
• "Irida M" - also produced in Russia, a rich tint palette contains almost all colors - from pearls to pomegranate;
• domestic brand Kapous released a line of shampoos "Life Color"in which there are 5 tones, quite intensive - the products are intended not only for home, but also for professional use;
• "Purple" neutralizers are available in such firms as Estel, Londa, Schwarzkopf.

If you want to get a more lasting intense color, then instead of shampoo choose tonic. This product will not only remain on the hair for almost a month, but will also give them additional radiance, moisturize and strengthen the structure.

Among the recommended brands such as:

• Estel, which produces not one, but two whole lines of these products: with keratin (17 colors), as well as with mango extract and a UV filter (18 colors);
• The aforementioned “Tonica” did not stand aside; there are more than 30 tinted tonics in its range, among which there are products for gray hair.

It is used for painting both all hair and individual strands. On the hair remains 50-60 days, and the color does not tarnish as much as when using the two above-mentioned products.

A distinctive feature of the product is the ammonia-free composition, which is precisely what explains its sparing effect. And the fact that the color is not as stable as when using conventional hair dye is even a plus - if you suddenly want to drastically change the image and recolor, it will be much easier to erase such a dye than a durable paint.

Most recommended brands:

• of course Estel, whose palette has a great many toner inks containing olive oil;

• Londa - more than 40 colors in stock;

• for lovers of "acid" shades brand Igora prepared a bright palette with the most unimaginable tones;

• L'oreal paris He also did not stand aside - his Casting Creme Gloss line-up is represented in any supermarket in the city.

In order to change the image from time to time, giving the straightened strands a particular shade, use a tinting spray. It refers to unstable drugs and is washed with a shampoo for 2-3 applications. Some sprays contain vitamins, grooming, thus bleaching hair.

Mousse and foam - more resistant, withstand 6-8 washes. Recommended brands: Schwarzkopf, Igora.

So, here we come close to the question of how to make hair tinting after highlighting at home. Of course, there should be at least a week between these procedures, and preferably two. Coloring, even with gentle preparations, is still stress for the hair, and doubly for those who have suffered bleaching.

Next, select the desired shade. About the intricacies of the choice mentioned above.

And now - a step-by-step instruction on how to tint your own hands.

• Pre-read the manual from the manufacturer. In order to avoid possible unpleasant consequences, strictly follow the instructions. If you are told to keep the product on your hair for 15 minutes, hold it exactly 15.
• When overexposing a product, the color may turn out to be more intense than planned. In this case, immediately wash your hair with your usual shampoo - most often this is enough for the pair of tones to "go away". If, on the contrary, the resulting shade seems too pale, next time add to the waiting time 5-10 minutes.
• For any hair coloring, you must first test for allergies. Take a drop of the selected drug, apply it on the inside of the elbow and wait 15 minutes. If the skin does not turn red, itchy sensations do not appear - you can begin toning.
• Moisten hair with water and thoroughly remove excess moisture from them with a towel. Curls should remain wet.
• Wear protective rubber gloves.
• Comb with a comb with frequent teeth. In the hair should not remain nodules, mats.
• Apply tinting according to the instructions for use.
• Cover the hair with a plastic cap or bag to increase the effectiveness of the procedure.

Reviews of toned hair are mostly positive:

• hair color has become deeper, richer, a beautiful shade with overflows and highlights appeared;

• brunettes and brown-haired women, discolored strands, most often mention violet shampoo, which neutralizes yellowness, in a very positive way: the yellow shade is gone, ashy, which looks much better;

• textured haircuts for medium and short hair (cascade, rhapsody, ladder, pixie, square, garson, gavrosh and others) look more voluminous after the procedure of toning;

• on long hair, toned ombre looks very beautiful, creating a smooth transition from color to color;

• many mention the fact that toning allows changing their image almost every month, especially if non-dyes are used;

• For lovers of shocking, this procedure is also to their liking, because many manufacturers produce lines of products of all colors of the rainbow, and you can experiment with coloring without thinking about how to get rid of too bright color.

However, there are negative reviews. Most often they are based on overexposure of hair and, as a result, getting too dark. Sometimes it happens that the highlighting ceases to be noticeable in general and an almost uniform color is obtained. That is why do not keep the dye on the hair longer than recommended by the manufacturer. This is the case when less is more.

Another situation in which toning spoiled the mood - the choice of the wrong shade. This is especially true when the procedure is carried out independently at home, and the product was chosen “by eye”, without checking it for compatibility with the base hair color and your color type.

Sometimes the yellowness does not "go away". Most often this occurs when a brunette or dark brown hair discolored strands. The main pigment of such hair is very strong, durable, and it is not possible to completely “yellow out” the yellow tint to the end. In this case, there is only one way out: to stop striving for a platinum tone and toning the strands in a darker blond.

These are the reviews left by young ladies who have made hair tinting. To carry out this procedure or not - the choice is yours, but it is useful to consult with a specialist. Ask the master who made highlights to you which tint means are best in his opinion and why which one is right for you; ask to recommend shade. If possible, look at the layouts of different color toners, “try on” colors to the face.

We have prepared for you a selection of beautiful photos in which you can see how toned hair looks on different colors, length and texture. See and choose what you like.

About highlighting and toning hair, see the following video.