So much is the rage that we find around hair highlights, that in recent years in the field of coloration we have seen an incredible evolution. There are always new stylesY new techniques of applying the dye to achieve different results. As is the case with the highlights that we bring you today, the air touch which are ideal if you are looking for an ultra natural result.
And when we talk about getting some natural and perfectly integrated highlightshighlights quickly come to mind balayage or the highlights mousy hair. And now the highlights air touch, They are also in this category and today they have become the wicks of the moment.
What are airtouch wicks?
It is a new coloring technique that consists of separating strands of hair with the dryer, using cold air. Thus, while the longest strands of hair are held, with the air (from top to bottom) the shorter hairs that are not held between the fingers are separated. In this way, we will see how hairs come out both from the inside of the lock and from the sides.
In this case, only the hair that is still attached is bleached, which will help make the contrast natural and the wicks look perfectly integrated. Result that will be appreciated when the dyed strands are mixed with the shorter strands that have not been dyed.
Why choose airtouch wicks?
As we were saying, these highlights are the ideal ones if what you want is a result that looks subtle, no sharp cuts or contrasts. In short, they look like your own natural highlights.
In addition, the way the hair is worked makes it a question of highlights that do not need much maintenance. Because special care is taken in the root zone, working with a soft gradient so that when the hair grows there is no root effect. So, without a doubt, they are highlights to take into account when looking for a result that does not require going to the hairdresser every month.
Apart from natural results, what else do airtouch highlights offer us?
Although with these highlights, its strength is that a credible and own result is achieved, it is not the only positive thing that we achieve using this technique. The manes also gain a lot of light and the contrast of tones between the dyed locks and those that are not, adds a beautiful dimension Y a very special move.
Another point in its favor is that the manes that begin with their first gray hairs and want to hide them without resorting to completely dyeing their hair, these are the ideal highlights, since the gray hairs are perfectly integrated.
Airtouch wicks adapt to all hair
As we are not really talking about a specific color or tone, anyone can benefit from these wicks. Because the technique that is used is very grateful when it comes to achieving natural reflections and restoring shine to dull hair, whether for dark or light hair.
For the result to be beautiful, yes, we must emphasize choosing the tone that best suits and integrates with the natural or tinted base. In the case of dark hair, they look amazing with caramel, wood or hazelnut tones; On the other hand, light hair is illuminated with honey blonde, wheat or sand.
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