Watch how to create a bright and beautiful blonde utilizing the trending Scandinavian highlighting technique.
This video demonstrates how to achieve a Scandinavian blonde hair color. The tutorial features a step-by-step guide, including techniques for applying baby lights and thin slices, as well as a glaze to create a neutral blonde finish.
The process includes sectioning, applying foils, lightening, toning, and glazing to create a bright, blended blonde look with a soft root transition.
1. Sectioning the Hair
Hair is divided into five sections:
- Top Mohawk section (first)
- Two side sections
- Two back sections
The purpose of this division is to ensure even application and blending.
2. Applying Baby Lights and Foils
- Starts with the full hairline application using baby lights to create a bright Scandinavian effect.
- Ensures face-framing brightness by focusing on the front and around the ears.
- Uses a Kenra Simply Blonde Creme Lightener (1:2 ratio with 20 Volume Developer) for lifting up to eight levels while maintaining moisture.
Application technique:
- Baby lights (thin highlights) and very thin slices applied in an alternating pattern.
- Feathering technique with a tilted brush for a natural blend.
- Checking foil saturation to avoid uneven lift.
3. Maintaining Symmetry & Blending
- Ensures symmetry by working evenly on both sides.
- Focuses on baby lights along the hairline for maximum brightness when hair is styled up.
- Uses diagonal back slicing to maintain a seamless blend.
- Previous highlights are carefully sectioned out to prevent over-processing.
4. Working on the Top Section
- Begins by adding 3-4 baby lights at the hairline.
- Moves into horizontal baby lights behind the hairline.
- Herringbone application technique is used to avoid gaps and ensure even color distribution.
- Micro slices are used at the top to add bold yet soft brightness.
5. Processing & Hairline Refinement
- Processing time: 30 minutes, with frequent foil checks.
- Lightener is pulled down to the ends to ensure brightness is even from roots to tips.
- Extra lightener is applied to the hairline for a seamless Scandinavian blonde effect.
- Additional 5-10 minutes of processing after hairline application.
6. Glazing & Toning
- Hair is prepped using Kenra Triple Repair Shampoo & Conditioner before toning.
- Root tap is applied using: Kenra Color Demi-permanent 8NA + 7NB (neutral tones for a soft blend).
- Mid-lengths & ends are toned using: Kenra Color Demi-permanent 9PV + 10B (to neutralize warmth while keeping it bright, but not overly icy).
- Porosity Equalizing Spray is applied before the root tap to ensure even absorption.
Blending technique:
- Root tap is lightly tapped into the roots (not dragged down).
- The lighter formula is applied to new growth & blended into the ends.
- Full saturation from roots to ends ensures a smooth, even blonde.
Final processing time: 15 minutes.
7. Final Results
The Scandinavian blonde look is achieved with a combination of:
- Baby lights around the perimeter & hairline for a natural blend.
- Alternating baby lights & thin slices throughout the hair for brightness.
- A well-blended root tap & glaze for a neutral, bright blonde finish.
The result is soft, dimensional, and seamlessly blended blonde hair.
Products Used in the Tutorial
- Kenra Simply Blonde Creme Lightener (for lifting up to 8 levels).
- 20 Volume Developer (1:2 ratio for lightener).
- Kenra Triple Repair Shampoo & Conditioner (to prep hair before toning).
- Kenra Color Demi-permanent: 8NA + 7NB (root tap for a soft neutral blend), 9PV + 10B (mid-lengths & ends for brightness without excessive iciness).
- Kenra Porosity Equalizing Spray (for even toning).
Final Thoughts
- The tutorial provides a detailed guide on achieving Scandinavian blonde with professional techniques.
- Focuses on natural brightness, soft blending, and hair health using Kenra Color products.
- Techniques like baby lights, micro slices, diagonal back slicing, and feathering ensure a natural, even lift.
- Root tap & glaze add dimension, preventing harsh grow-out lines.
