If you are looking for a low-maintenance hairstyle, a two-tone look such as ombre hair is the way to go. This particular hairstyle does not require as much maintenance as when you opt for a single hue. However, that does not mean that it does not require some TLC because you do have to give sufficient care and maintenance for any type of hair. In addition, it is also a tricky hairstyle to pull off, which is why it requires some thorough evaluation first before you hop onto the trend.
Check out below for a list of do’s and don’ts to keep in mind when getting ombre hair. This hairstyle can make you stand out when done correctly, but if you did otherwise, it can spell disaster, too.
Do’s
• DO go for balance. When deciding on the two shades that you will be using, the lighter shade should be lighter by 3-4 levels than the dark hair colour. In some cases, it might require more than one colouring session in order to get the balance right.
• DO get your ombre hair done by a professional. Why put that much pressure on you to get the ombre hair right? Go to a professional who is skilled at doing this hair colour technique in order to get it right for the first time – you don’t want to use your hair as a guinea pig since the consequences can be extremely damaging (and embarrassing!).
• DO consider texture before going ombre. This is essential in not only making the look work, but also in terms for caring for and maintaining it down the road.
• DO keep hair moisturised. The same care you give for a dyed hair applies with ombre hair, even though it is only a portion of your hair that is getting a new colour. A weekly deep conditioning treatment would suffice in most cases so you can fight breakage and maintain vitality in your locks.
• DO pick your products carefully. The general rule is to avoid sulfate containing products because they tend to be extremely harsh, making your hair dry and brittle.
Don’ts
• DO NOT go for a drastic finish. Ombre hair is tough to pull off in itself, but opting for a drastic colour change won’t be nice looking. Go for a subtle, more natural looking two-tone colour combination.
• DO NOT skip maintenance. The color re-growth might be obvious with this kind of hairstyle but you should not neglect proper maintenance for ombre hair. Aim for a couple or three touchups per year to keep colour looking fresh and your strands healthy.
• DO NOT mess around with your natural, base colour. Use it as a jump-off point when picking other colours to incorporate to ensure that your chosen tone will highlight the natural colour.
• DO NOT change colours too abruptly. Transition from lighter shades of the same hue instead of shifting from a dark hue to a light colour abruptly. Allow the colour change to come gradually because it is not very flattering.
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