Gray hair does not discriminate. Male or female, young or old, there’s nothing you can do to replace melanin in gray, silver, and white strands. BUT you do have options when it comes to covering them up. In fact, if you’re looking for non-committal and cost-effective solution, try blending gray hair with highlights and lowlights using Satin Hair Color and Demi Developer.
The gray blending process could not be easier for the beauty lover or beauty professional. Simply mix Satin Hair Color 1:2 with Demi Developer and process for 20 minutes to ensure results that can last up to 6-8 weeks.
Unsure if a gray blend is the perfect means to an end? Read on to see if it’s right for you…
It Provides a Natural Look: Blending gray hair often gives a more natural and less stark transition from the original color to gray, meaning the end result is closer to your natural hair color. Instead of a noticeable demarcation line between dyed and natural hair, the blend creates a diffused, smoother, and more gradual change.
It’s Low Maintenance: Gray blending techniques, such as highlights or lowlights, generally require less frequent touch-ups compared to full coverage coloring. This is because the contrast between the natural gray and blended shades is less pronounced, making regrowth less noticeable, which translates into less commitment for the client.
It’s Cost-Effective: With fewer touch-ups needed, blending gray hair can be more budget-friendly in the long run. Regular full-color treatments can add up, so blending can be a more economical option.
It Enhances Volume and Texture: The contrast between natural gray and blended colors can create the illusion of more volume and texture, which can be especially beneficial if you have fine or thinning hair.
Some Tips from Our Pros
- Gray hair can be more resistant to color because of the lack of natural oils produced, leading to drier follicles and a rougher surface for color to adhere to. As you age, your oil glands produce less sebum, which lubricates skin and hair. That’s why Satin Hair Color’s unique formulation contains conditioning ingredients and other “extras” to help offset dryness while tinting strands.
- For cooler shades, use neutral hair color options
- For warmer shades, use hair colors with gold tones
- For a neutral/natural look, combine equal parts neutral hair color selection with gold hair color selection (example 5N + 5G)
