You sit in the barber’s chair, surrounded by shiny scissors, fragrant hairspray, and the soothing sound of blow drying. The hairdresser smiles and asks, “How can I help you?” You think for a moment and say with a firm voice: “I’d like a Vollagé!”
Uh-huh? The hairdresser looks at you like he’s suddenly got spontaneous diarrhea. A full what? He raises an eyebrow and asks, “Excuse me, what do you want?”
“Well, a full Vollagé! So, soft streaks.” “…Do you mean balayage? Or was it foilyage?”
This is where the big misunderstanding begins. Suddenly you feel like a tourist in a foreign country whose words are not understood. Don’t worry, we’ll save your next haircut by breaking down the most important hair color techniques!
– Freehand technique: Your hairdresser creates with brush and color cream.
– Soft transitions: The result? Natural-looking highlights that gently reflect the light.
– Naturalness: Perfect for those who want movement in their hair and a touch of sunshine.
– Maintenance required: Requires the right styling routine, otherwise it can quickly look “meh”.
– Color + Air (Hairdryer): Here, the color is distributed using air – really! Only the shortest hairs remain dark.
– Effect: Ultra soft and elegant.
– Investment: Yes, it takes time and therefore costs a bit more, but the result is worth every penny.
– Balayage + foil: The magic of the foil provides more brightening.
– Power and statement: More bang, less “I am the natural one here”.
– Perfect for anyone who wants to go lighter but doesn’t want classically highlighted hair.
– Foil, structure, control: Here everything is meticulously planned and precisely implemented.
– Smooth & clear: Ideal for a perfect hairline or when the gray returns.
– Solid craftsmanship: No trendy fluff, but solid craftsmanship.
Not every technique suits every head of hair. And none of them will guarantee the perfect look if your idea is “all” there. Come with a concrete idea and tell your professional what you want: How light, how soft, how much effort are you willing to invest? The more you tell your hairdresser, the better the result.
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