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WE CHOOSE THE RIGHT TONER FOR LIGHTENED OR HIGHLIGHTED HAIR


Hair toner, what is it? How to choose the right toner for your hair color.



INNA CODRU , DECEMBER 25, 2018









Did your recent hair coloring experiment go wrong? Or are you looking for ways to brighten up your fading hair color without looking like an old broom? Then pay attention to toning! Often the color you choose may not actually be what you would like. To avoid this, it is important to choose the right toner for your hair. And in this article, we will discuss just that!



WHAT IS HAIR TONER?



Toners are a sweet little wonder in a bottle that help restore once-yellow or orange-colored to now bleached hair and, in addition, change that color to ashy or platinum. You can even call them color correctors.


Toner gives a finished and noble look to your hair, reviving dull and faded hair color and transforming it into something shiny and elegant. Irregularities in tones will be brought to perfection. Toners are not limited to just aesthetic purposes. They also condition your hair, eliminating dryness and frizz. If you have bleached hair, be sure to use a toner.


But what exactly does a toner do?


WHAT DOES TONER DO?




  • Toners regulate color shades by applying pigment to the surface of the hair. Even though they do not improve the color, they perfectly balance the shades of paint with the natural color of the hair.

  • BUT! If you decide to use toners to achieve a certain hair color, then you NEED to know the laws of the so-called "color wheel". For example, if you want a neutral shade for your existing hair color, you need to look for the opposite shade of your hair color on the color wheel.

  • If you want a lighter shade or a layered effect, you can also use a toner. Also, if you only need to change part of your dyed hair (for example, a faded yellow), you need to choose a purple ash toner to get a neutral ash color.

  • Toning dark hair requires more than one application, as the pigments will not give a lighter shade immediately, on the first try.

  • Usually, toners are preferred to be used after you have bleached or lightened your hair. This is when they allow the color to seep through and give the finished glossy look.


Choosing the right toner can be a daunting task. You must study both the color and the product itself before proceeding with tinting.



HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT TONER FOR HIGHLIGHTED HAIR



Choosing the right toner is a whole science. Most experienced hairdressers and makeup artists learn this for a very long time, but in any case, you need to start somewhere. Let's start with the color wheel.



a) Light hair toner




If you're planning on calming down the yellow undertone of blonde, you'll need to find the opposite shade of your current hair color on the color wheel, i.e. purple ash toner.


b) Toner for brown hair




For reddish brown hair, you need to choose a toner with a greenish tint to get the right neutralization and uplifting of the color.







c) Toner for dark hair



Ash blonde or beige blonde, these colors can be used to even out and spice up your dark undertone.



d) Toner for lovers of bold shades



If you want to "put out" overly bright colors, then try blue toner, it is usually used to neutralize overly bright colors.



Let's now look at the types of toners.



TONER TYPES



  • Permanent (Permanent) toner. Permanent or permanent toners are used to completely cover the previous hair color. They give your hair a whole new shade without leaving a trace of your natural hair color. In most cases, permanent toners are used to get a long-term effect. But be careful before choosing a long-lasting toner, because it will change your hair from the inside out.

  • Semi-permanent (Semi-Permanent) toner. Semi-permanent toners can be used if you want your hair color to stay that way only temporarily. In principle, if you use a semi-permanent toner, then the color can last up to 20-22 days if you wash your hair every other day.

  • Semi-permanent (Demi-Permanent) toner. Semi-permanent toners last longer (almost twice as long) than semi-permanent options. All ammonia-based hair tonics are semi-permanent. You need to be careful when using such a toner, as it can change the structure of the hair from the inside.


Three types of toner are commonly used: ammonia, purple shampoo, and dye.



Now that you know the importance of tinting and the types of toner, you need to learn about the process as well.





WHEN TO TINT



Once you are done bleaching your hair, you can apply the toner. But to get the desired result, wait until the color fills the hair and changes the shade to the desired one. Apply the toner evenly throughout your hair.


Do not rinse until you are sure you have achieved the desired color, otherwise you risk wasting the product.





The results depend solely on your choice of toner. Before you begin the process, take the time to study the color shade. You can purchase the final color depending on your choice of toner. For example, hair color hazelnut to ash, pale yellow to platinum, light yellow blond to purple or dusty ash, and so on.


Aside from aesthetic purposes, toners also add shine to your hair and polish it from root to tip. They help your newly acquired color blend in with your current hair color, giving you a well-groomed look.


They soften rough ends and make your curls incredibly shiny.


The next question that may come to your mind is how to even out light hair color? Don't worry, we'll tell you!






HOW TO SOFTEN LIGHT HAIR COLOR


Blonde is a bold and beautiful color, but it requires a lot of care and a lot of products to maintain the beauty of this color. There is no specific color code for blonde as it can range from light to dark or golden to brown. If you've been blonde before, you should be aware of that faded yellowish tint that looks worn when the color starts to fade. To take that brass off blonde hair, you can use Wella Hair Toner T11 or T18 for a stunning ashy shade. And besides, you will need Lift Developer to improve the color.



For long-term results, it is better to use a permanent toner, as then the color will last for a long time.


When you have spent a lot of time, effort and money to get your favorite hair color, then watching the gradual fading of this expensive, from all points of view, color can be painful. To avoid this, you can follow the tips below.



HOW TO PREVENT FLOORING OF COLORED HAIR



  • Reduce your use of straighteners

  • Use a special hair serum to prevent fading

  • Practice shampoos that are gentle on color-treated hair

  • Avoid excessive exposure to sunlight

  • Reduce the frequency of shampooing, as it is mainly what washes out the color.

  • Never forget to take care of your hair


And here are some more tips:


  • Choose the right color for your hair

  • For best results, choose semi-permanent or permanent toner

  • Follow the law of color (using the color wheel) for the perfect shade

  • Never forget to tone your hair after the bleaching process

  • Use a leveling spray before using toner



Follow these tips and try to always choose the right toner for your hair. Let us know about your experience in the comments below.




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