Coloring for medium-length dark hair. Photos before and after staining

The procedure for dyeing strands using dyes of several shades is called coloring. For one session on dark hair of medium length, the master can apply up to 10 tones. Photos show that a color close to natural or a contrasting shade is used.

Pros and cons of the procedure for medium hair

The basis for coloring is pigments and foil. The paint is mixed with a colorless balm. The higher the concentration of the dye, the brighter the color will come out. At the same time, the balm softens the hair, gives it shine. Each master has his own techniques, strives to cause minimal damage to the hair, but at the same time achieve the desired shades and transitions.

The advantages of coloring over other coloring methods are distinguished by specialists:

• In combination with a suitable hairstyle, coloring corrects facial features. Adding bangs hides imperfections, highlights imperfections and imperfections of the skin, highlights advantages.
• Helps hide gray strands.
• Coloring for dark hair of medium length, the photo of which shows that the procedure may not affect all strands, is suitable for those who do not want to damage the hair follicles.
• After dyeing, the strands look well-groomed and healthy.
• In the coloring technique, there is no limitation on the number of paints used, unlike other techniques, where a maximum of 2 shades are allowed.
• Partial staining is suitable for everyone, regardless of age.
• Frequent and permanent correction of colored hair is not required. The coloring technique does not create clear boundaries in the hairstyle, the overgrown roots will not look sloppy.
• Coloring can be done in 10 different ways.
• If desired, you can make the effect of burnt-out tips with smooth transitions.

Coloring also has negative sides:

• For dark hair, depending on the chosen color, at least one lightening is done. Sometimes it is necessary to take a break for several weeks between procedures to allow the strands to recover.
• Dark hair will require extra care. Balms and masks will strengthen hair after a stressful treatment. Without special care, hair weakens and falls out.
• Regular softening and shine balms accelerate the fading of the pigment, so choose from a range of products for colored hair.
• It will not work successfully to dye your hair yourself in different shades. Only an experienced master will evenly paint over all strands and will not allow mixing of pigments during the entire procedure.
• Do not use balms and shampoos with sulfates - these products quickly wash off the pigment.
• With patterned coloring, unfixed strands can completely change the look of the hairstyle, disrupting the pattern.
• When coloring, it is required to refresh the shade from time to time. Without this, the entire effect of coloring will be lost, the shades will become dull or dirty.
• It is necessary to use tinted shampoos so that dirty yellow-green shades do not appear in the strands, indicating color washout. Such products will color the skin of the neck and face if they are not protected, for example, with a greasy cream. Disposable cellophane gloves should be worn on your hands.

Features of coloring on dark hair

Coloring and highlighting have some similarities in the appearance of the hairstyle, but differ in the use of the color palette and technique. not suitable for all ages.

Below are the detailed differences between these techniques.

Haircuts with and without bangs

Coloring refers to complex methods of coloring strands. To achieve a good result for dark hair of medium length, you can only go to the salon to a trusted specialist.

In the folder with the specialist's photographs, several haircuts with straight hair should be shown, since the masters who have not gained experience in working with this technique are trying to hide the unsuccessful dyeing result and irregular transitions with the help of curling.

The coloring technique is used both for the entire scalp and for individual curls. For example, a master may only use this dyeing technique on bangs.

You can achieve the following effects:

• A bang with a clear outline highlighted with paint.
• Gradient to bangs from chestnut to bronze or copper.

Coloring bangs can be done at home, but only if it is a simple option using different shades. But if you intend to create an image using more than 2 shades, then it is better to entrust the procedure to a specialist so that unevenly colored strands with dirty shades on the bangs do not become the result.

Types of coloring for medium hair

Coloring is a modern technique for professional hair color change. In this case, the effect is not on all hair, but only on individual strands or a fragment of the hairstyle.

This technique emphasizes the geometry of the haircut, creates both color overflows and patterns. Coloring is classified according to the used shades, length and texture.

The most relevant types of this staining method:

• Coloring for medium-length dark hair, a photo of which depicts completely different staining options, it can be full or partial:
  Method 1 consists in painting the entire surface of the head.
  2 - involves staining individual strands and curls.
  Also distinguish between vertical and horizontal coloring.
• Longitudinal method - reminds highlighting. First, the hair along the entire circumference of the head is divided into vertical strands, after which they are alternately colored with long strokes. If you have to deal with long hair and medium length, foil is used for a clear separation.
• Coloring "micro"... The bottom line is to highlight and color small strands in a lighter shade. The result is a sunburn effect. This technology creates a neat framing of the face, helps to draw attention to its features.
• Transverse method... A strand of hair is taken and along the entire length (from roots to ends) it is gradually dyed in 3-4 gradient shades. The paint is applied perpendicular to the length of the curl. This creates a sharp contrast between the top and bottom, a transition effect between colors. This hairstyle is not suitable for every girl, so you need to consult with a stylist in advance.
• Pixel... You can apply a pattern of the correct geometric shape to your hair with bright colors. Looks more harmonious on short hair. Such an extraordinary hairstyle will refresh your image and help you stand out from the crowd. It is done only on completely straight curls, not on curls. Looks beautiful on haircuts with asymmetry. Such prints become appropriate both for publication and in everyday life.
• Zone method... It looks very creative as you can reflect your personality with 1 brightly colored hair zone - bangs, ends or temporal part. Visually, the face becomes slimmer and more regular in shape. For dyeing dark-haired bangs, use dark blue and purple shades.
• Multicolor dyeing... Technology embodies bold color ideas on the head. You can use the entire palette of shades, the entire spectrum of the rainbow. At the same time, you should not be afraid to look colorful. There is no age limit. The hairstyle will beautify both young girls and adult women. In order not to look too shocking, it is recommended to use no more than 3 bright colors.
• Stencil coloring... Hair will become a "canvas" on which art is applied in accordance with preferences. By applying a stencil, any plot is reproduced: patterns, geometry, flora and fauna. Typically, this design can be seen on the catwalks during fashion shows. Combines harmoniously with bob and bob haircuts. Requires daily styling. This is the most difficult type of coloring, so contacting a hairdresser-colorist with the skills to perform patterned coloring will be the right decision.

How to choose a shade for medium dark hair

Coloring for dark hair of medium length, the photo of which demonstrates different types of techniques, allows you to make any hairstyle creative. When dyeing, you can combine up to 15 shades. When choosing a palette, you need to be guided by several parameters.

By type of haircut

The length of the hair does not really matter, since both natural light and bright tones are suitable for almost any haircut. It is a misconception that a short haircut and bright highlights on the head are incompatible. There are variants of the bob in bright colors and in neutral light tones.

By face type and iris color

Skin and eye color are fundamental factors in choosing a hair tone.

Makeup artists use the term "color type". They correspond to the seasons: spring, winter, summer, autumn.Dark shades are universal for all face shapes. They will correct imperfections, make them more sophisticated.

• Winter type - these girls have white and translucent skin and dark blue, dark brown, tea, blue, green eyes. Naturally dark-haired. Thanks to coloring, they can reflect the entire palette of shades: red, light brown, green, ultramarine. For the cold type - pink and blue skin - fit: platinum, chocolate, black. Honey, vanilla, red, walnut, cognac, golden are combined with a warm yellowish tone. For girls with this appearance, shades of dark paint are suitable, for example, chestnut, chocolate.
• Skin with color type "Spring" - peach with a slight tan and freckles, eyes - blue, gray, green. In contrast, chestnut strands, the colors of oak bark, copper will look spectacular.
• For the color type "Summer" coloring is suitable for dark hair of medium length, the photos of which show that with a complex method, the shade of the colored strands practically does not differ from the natural hair color, has smooth transitions. It is characterized by thin pinkish-white, porcelain or ivory-colored skin and gray-blue, green, dark blue eyes. The ideal solution for the "summer" color type is gray strands.
• Girls with the "autumn" type have the same colorful appearance as the season itself: ivory skin with a blush, sky blue, green, brown eyes. Its natural hair has a reddish and light brown tint. To create dramatic changes, strands are made, painted in copper-chocolate and copper-chestnut. You should not dye your hair black, ash, platinum, all shades of purple.

Features of care after staining

Hair lightening is a stressful hair treatment. If you do not care for the first 7 days after that, then the color becomes dull, the structure of the strands is disturbed, and fragility appears.

To prevent negative consequences, you should adhere to the following recommendations:

• For colored hair, it is imperative to use a conditioner or balm in order to add shine and maintain the original rich color.
• Dry without a hairdryer, as it will dry out and injure the hair, avoid direct sunlight. Under the scorching sun, only wear a headdress, as the color can fade and fade.
• Natural drying should be preferred, because the structure of the hair after dyeing is not immediately restored.
• Rinse off care products with cool water rather than hot water to avoid color washout.
• Wash your hair no more than 2-3 times a week to avoid rapid washout of color.
• After coloring, the hair needs constant nutrition and hydration. It is recommended to make masks from natural ingredients - fermented milk products, egg yolk, medicinal herbs. They are applied once a week on dry hair. Oil-based masks will revitalize damaged ends. Their goal is to fill in voids in damaged hair and give it a lively appearance.
• The comb should be made of wood, natural bristles, or ceramic. Such materials will provide gentle combing.

Coloring is less difficult on medium length hair than on long or short hair. Short strands are problematic to separate and secure with foil, while long ones require a large amount of balm and pigment. Coloring even on dark hair will not do them significant harm, since, as can be seen in many photos, the roots are not affected during the procedure.

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