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5 Tips to Going Blonde

So you want to go blonde? Let’s do it! here is what you need to know
Margot Robbie Blonde Hair

Whatever Blonde tone you have in mind, Platinum, Sandy, Caramel, Strawberry or even Balayage, when it comes to going blonde it usually involves dramatic highlighting to the hair as well an up-keep and maintenance schedule that is pretty gruelling… we are talking weekly treatments and possibly monthly salon appointments here! And when we see our favourite celebs go brunette to blonde in the blink of an eye it’s easy to get swept up in the idea of having lighter locks in a heart beat, but sometimes it’s not that easy. Let’s quickly talk about the top 5 things you should know before going blonde…

 

1.WE ARE THE EXPERTS

And no… we are not trying to “toot our own” horn here, this is solid advice! When it comes to going blonde you need a professional to craft your new look and it is really important to avoid any DIY box dye kits. Going blonde is like a science so leave it to the experts. We have the professional ability to assess the integrity of your hair and make a call of how much highlighting it can handle, we will also mix the right colour and choose the best toner to suit your skin colour. DIY kits can do some serious damage to your hair so id you want to avoid hiding under a hat for months, make sure you come in for a 15 minute consult and we can create a plan of attack to get you to the perfect blonde!

kim kardashian blonde hair

2. THERE WILL BE SOME DAMAGE

Sorry! We don’t want to scare you, but we want to be honest. Anytime you lift or lighten your hair there is always a risk of damage or dryness. How much damage depends on the current condition of your hair (which is why it is so important to have your colour done in salon) But don’t fret! Here at Epic, we use the ground breaking Olaplex system which goes hand-in-hand when it comes to blondes and highlights. Olaplex is a treatment that helps rebuild the broken bonds in hair caused by the lightening process. Hydrating repairing masks, oil treatments, and deep conditioners will be your new BFFs too!

Jennifer Lawrence Blonde Hair

3. IT’S A PROCESS

Unfortunately, there’s no magic hair dye that will take super dark strands to white blonde in one day. For brunettes, it can take a few trips to get the perfect platinum shade (and possibly even longer if you have a build-up of colour) Going brunette to blonde in one sitting it a massive no-no! It puts too much stress and damage on the hair. Therefore depending on how dark your hair is, your initial visit to the salon will be around hair a day. Depending on the look you are after, your stylist will discuss the highlighting technique best suited to you as well as a toner. If you have existing colour build-up in your hair is will defiantly be an on-going process to get you to your desired colour.

4. THE TEXTURE OF YOUR HAIR MAY CHANGE

Bleaching your hair can completely change it, depending on your original texture and how often you wash it. Sometimes curly hair becomes straighter, because your strands lose elasticity and dry out. On the flip side, straight hair can get more voluminous because your hair cuticles are roughed up by the dye. These changes might throw you for a loop if you’re used to styling your hair a certain way, and they may not happen overnight. Your new platinum ‘do will continue to change as you wash it more, so don’t be surprised if your natural curls suddenly go MIA one day.

Kylie Jenner Blonde Hair

5. ITS HIGH MAINTENANCE

If you’re a wash and go kind of girl who takes five minutes to get ready, bleached hair might not be for you. Expect to add 30 minutes to your morning routine, thanks to the additional conditioning and styling required. In terms of products, no doubt you will need a moisturising shampoo and conditioner, one that also combats brassiness. In terms of salon visits, depending on how fast your hair grows, you will be making appointments every 4-6 weeks for touch-ups. This is where Balayage (the gradual faded look from the roots to ends) can alleviate your time in the salon, however does require similar maintenance to keep locks healthy and moisturised.

Blonde Celebrity Hair