If you’re thinking about switching up your hair color and adding some stunning copper tones, you’re in the right place!
In this transformation video, stylist Mirella Manelli walks us through a gorgeous blonde-to-copper hair makeover using Kenra color and a dimensional teasy light technique.
The result?
A rich, vibrant copper with depth and movement that looks natural and blends seamlessly.
Whether you’re looking to refresh your hair color or just curious about the process, this transformation is packed with tips and tricks that will inspire your next salon visit.
Let’s dive into how this gorgeous copper color came to life!
Introduction
- The stylist, Mirella Manelli, explains the plan for the hair transformation.
- The client wants to achieve a coppery brunette shade using a dimensional teasy light platinum card technique with Kenra color.
- The client is also considering cutting some length off her hair, as it’s very long and damaged from previous bleaching.
Hair History
- The client shares her hair history, mentioning highlights in February, a previous bleach in August, and a first bleach round in November or December.
- The stylist notes there’s a lot of bleach build-up and highlights in her hair.
Desired Result and Concerns
- The client describes wanting a golden apricot-like copper that isn’t too brassy or orange but still has richness and coppery tones.
- The stylist agrees to go for a more dimensional look rather than a solid copper, aiming for a smoother transition from the client’s natural color to the new shade.
Preparation and Cutting
- Before starting the color process, the stylist cuts the client’s hair, trimming length and adding layers and bangs.
- The stylist emphasizes cutting before color application, especially when making significant changes like adding fringe, to better assess color placement.
Teasy Light Process
- The stylist mixes a blue powder lightener with 20-volume developer to perform the teasy light technique, aiming for a level 7-8 lift to preserve some natural depth.
- The goal is to create a gradual dark-to-light blend while maintaining dimension and correcting the line of demarcation from previous highlights.
Sectioning and Application
- The stylist uses horizontal sections for the initial phase of the teasy lights, focusing on teasing mid-lengths to create blend and dimension.
- She also uses a triple repair conditioner on the ends to hydrate and help the lightener stick, preventing overlap and breakage.
Highlighting and Foiling
- Once reaching the top section, the stylist adjusts the technique by transitioning from horizontal teasy lights to diagonal ones to maintain a soft, blended result.
- The stylist applies chunkier highlights in sections and adds subtle highlights near the root to break up any harsh lines from previous highlights.
Front Sectioning and Detailed Work
- When working on the front, the stylist continues with the same teasy light technique, focusing on creating blend and avoiding a harsh line of demarcation.
- She keeps the bangs out and applies some highlights selectively in the front to avoid drawing too much attention to the area.
Maintaining Coverage and Blend
- The stylist works with parallel sectioning, making sure to adjust the direction to blend the natural hair with the lightened sections.
- She incorporates a blend of teasy lights and highlights, layering them strategically for a soft, gradual transition without visible banding.
Final Techniques and Goals
- The stylist finishes by applying highlights mixed with teasy lights to the hair’s underside and around the hairline.
- The goal is to create a natural, dimensional effect that will be visible when the client pulls her hair up, while ensuring the hair’s saturation is even and well-blended.
The stylist continues to work with care to ensure the final color is a balanced coppery shade with depth and natural-looking highlights.
