Platinum blonde is one of the colorations of the moment. It is true that we have been dragging it for several seasons, but this one has come with great force. Of course, given the bleaching process and the possible damage to which our hair can be subjected, many of us have not made up our minds. Therefore, knowing that there are processes in which we can get beautiful blonde hair without ammonia, particularly draws our attention.
For this reason, we wanted to ask the experts, specifically the Jose Miguel Gallardo Direct from the TeaCut Hairdressing salon, who has explained to us a way that they follow in their own salon to achieve this change of look, taking care of our hair as it deserves.
how to get platinum blonde hair
To achieve platinum hair, a lightening process is necessary, to which you then have to apply a cold reflection to achieve that frosty tone. Therefore we speak of two different processes; on the one hand, a drag of natural or synthetic pigments (if dyed) from the hair, and on the other, a contribution of cold pigments. If the hair is light enough and is also natural, it can be achieved in a single process using super-lightening dyes.
However, we must bear in mind that many of us have darker hair and we will need a bleaching process where the color enters. crux of the question we want to deal with. And it is that, as José Miguel tells us, “the process with depigmenting (a kind of bleach but without ammonia and softer on peroxides) is the one you almost always turn to when you want pure platinum.”
Doing it this way is much more recommended since, otherwise, to get a blond of this style you have to subject the hair to a bleaching process, which is the most aggressive system of the entire family of dyes since it is the one that has the greatest force to penetrate the hair. In fact, Alberto Sanguino, an expert from Llongueras, comments that “It is a very aggressive product, which leaves the hair cuticle very open, but there is no other way to get a platinum, unless you have a very blonde base”.
In fact, he goes on to tell us that One of the problems with this type of discoloration It is found when repeating the process on the root once it has grown. By only putting the bleach on the base, it is inevitable that it touches a bit of the blonde part and the chances of the hair splitting are very high.
The best expert tips to achieve platinum blonde
In the TeaCut Hairdressing Salon their maximum is to take care of the hair so avoiding certain types of components that can damage it is what they have always pursued. For this reason, being faithful to their philosophy and recommendations, they will only carry out the bleaching work to achieve a platinum blonde when the hair allows it.
In fact, assess the base or bottom of the hair that the person who is going to do the blonde has is something basic, it is also pointed out by Carlos Fernández, an expert at Franck Provost since, depending on the tone, it will be easier or more difficult to achieve.
Therefore, the first thing we should consider are the characteristics that our hair must meet in order to be considered suitable for treatment, and there are four of them:
First, the cuticle must be in good condition, without split ends and without traces of previous work that have opened them, even if it is not visible, such as keratin. In addition, if it is natural hair, it should be very dark, at the level of a dark blonde (height 6) so as not to have to lighten more than 4 tones; while if it is colored hair it should not be darker than a medium blonde. Thirdly, it must be perfectly hydrated. And finally, it cannot have undergone chemical processes that have changed its nature, such as perms or straightening.
And following the guide that they propose to us, they tell us that “The first thing we do is slightly open the cuticle without damaging it with a warm bath of virgin macadamia oil. It contains palmitoleic acid, it is an antioxidant, it strengthens and moisturizes the hair and helps the absorption of color. This gives us a perfect base on which to apply the depigmentant”.
Next, they tell us that “On oiled hair we apply the gentle depigmenting without ammonia. With this we are going to lighten the hair to a height of a very light blonde. The hue achieved will always be slightly warm, so we must correct it, which we do by means of a poultice with which we will provide the cold pigment”.
Curious but true the most desired platinum blonde is achieved with a poultice is composed of virgin Shea butter (they use it from biological cultivation) since it is rich in vitamin F, in vegetable latex to rebuild the hair fiber that may have been damaged in the process, rich in tocopherols and lupeol.
With this it is possible to nourish in depth, protect the scalp and hair, eliminate free radicals and regenerate the hair fiber providing moisture and hydration), hazelnut oil (because it is rich in Omega 9 fatty acids and vitamin E, which provides a anti-aging factor of the scalp), to which we add bluish pigment from Indigo powder to achieve the cold tone (a 0ntorera plant). We leave this poultice on the hair, covered with a hot, wet towel for 20 minutes, changing the towel when it cools down.
Finally, once the plaster is removed, a new shampoo is given and most of the time it is not necessary to apply conditioners or masks since the hair it is perfectly rebuilt. It would only be dry to taste and show off hair.
The best products to make platinum blonde last longer
shampoos for platinum blonde hair
Here it is best to stick to violet shampoos so we start with Kérastase Blond Absolu Bain Lumière Shampoo (18.99 euros) which is an illuminating moisturizing shampoo for all types of blondes, including platinum blondes. Contains hyaluronic acid and Edelweiss flower ideal for hair discoloredwith highlights Y grays that gently cleanses soothes and hydrates hair from root to tip, leaving it feeling light and illuminating blonde tones.
Kérastase Blond Absolu Bain Lumière Shampoo
Another option is the Olaplex No.4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo (20.99 euros) that cleans at the same time that it repairs and moisturizes, depositing the correct amount of violet pigments to neutralize any yellowing between salon visits.
Olaplex No.4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo
Yubi Blonde Luminosity Revealing Shampoo of Shu Uemura (41.60 euros) does not contain pigments but is especially indicated for blonde hair and enriched with Japanese white peony, which cleanses in depth while conditioning the hair fiber with a natural shine and smooth finish.
Yubi Blonde Luminosity Revealing Shampoo by Shu Uemura
Moroccanoil Blonde Perfecting Purple Shampoo (24.99 euros) is a shampoo for colored or blonde hair with highlights with purple pigments that combat undesirable coppery effects and neutralize the orange and yellow tones of blonde, highlighted and gray hair. Thanks to its technology, it helps to repair the hair and seal the cuticle.
Moroccanoil Blonde Perfecting Purple Shampoo
Conditioners for platinum blonde hair
We continue with conditioners like the Blond Absolu Cicaflash from Kérastase (€24.99) from the same range in a soft lavender hue that offers the restorative efficacy of a mask with the lightweight finish of a conditioner. Intensively restores sensitized hair and nourishes the fiber thanks to the combination of Hyaluronic Acid and Edelweiss flower that instantly smoothes, strengthens and softens sensitized bleached hair while providing intense nutrition.
Blond Absolu Cicaflash from Kérastase
Another option is the L’Oréal Professionnel Blondifier Conditioner (13.99 euros) that helps enhance the multidimensionality and luminosity of blonde hair as it is enriched with Açai Berry extract that contains polyphenols. It is light and helps to improve the brightness natural blonde hair. Instantly brighter, smoother and easier to detangle from roots to ends
L’Oréal Professionnel Blondifier Conditioner
John Frieda Violet Crush For Blondes Purple Conditioner (6.99 euros) contains crushed violet pigments, hydrates and nourishes blonde tones to prevent yellow and orange tones between visits to the salon.
John Frieda Violet Crush For Blondes Purple Conditioner
platinum blonde hair masks
We can not miss the Shu Uemura Art of Hair Yubi Blonde Anti-Brass Purple Balm (45.96 euros) a mask that gives luminosity and radiance to blonde hair and reduces the appearance of yellow and orange tones. Light and delicate balm that glides on effortlessly and absorbs quickly to avoid thick or sticky residue.
Shu Uemura Art of Hair Yubi Blonde Anti-Brass Purple Balm
BLONDME cool blondes neutralizing mask of Schwarzkopf (14.92 euros) is a neutralizing mask for cool blondes to remove warmth and neutralize underlying yellow tones in blonde hair. It has 3D technology Bond Creation and the Complex Velvet Flower Protein that provides cool pigments to maintain, refresh and enhance cool blonde color. Ideal for repairing the internal structure of fragile, lightened or colored hair without weighing it down while helping to detangle.
Schwarzkopf BLONDME cool blondes neutralizing mask
Seven ideas to wear platinum blonde hair
With a platinum pixie cut of the most ideal.
With bob haircut that is the most trendy.
Shag haircut with bangs that is still very fashionable.
Platinum blonde in a mid-length or midi haircut is the most ideal.
Infinite smooth manes showing off the ice blonde colder.
XXL manes loaded with waves and combining lighter and darker wicks within the same range.
Be very careful with curly hair.
Marking the black roots in the purest Blanca Suárez style.
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