Hair pros spill their top tips on getting a new haircut and color in one visit.
Should I cut or color my hair first? We bet this question has come across your mind at least once. When you’re ready for a big makeover, but the time is not on your side, opting for a chop and hair coloring session on the same day is the most obvious solution. We asked pro hairstylists to share the correct order for both services (if there is any) so you can get your ideal look.
Changing your hairstyle is a sure way to explore the latest hair color trends and shape your locks to perfection with a new crop. If you’re willing to do both in one sitting, consult your hairdresser on how to make things work for your hair type and texture.
“I talk to each and every client and discuss the starting point and our desired results, and then determine whether I should cut or color first,” shares Doron Pinto, a pro stylist at Bristle Hairdressing, Washington, DC. The following is a great example of sporting a bold hair shade on freshly trimmed tresses.
Depending on your chosen style, you might need a so-called ‘rough chop’ first – a dry cut that will be refined after coloring. If you’re cutting a significant amount of hair, applying hair dye before the chop will only result in a waste of product.
So, getting rid of the unnecessary length prior to color processing is the right thing to do. “If you are blonding and tipping the ends, you would definitely want to cut first to protect the tip out. If you are doing a cut with lots of layers and texture, I would also suggest cutting first,” hair artist Stephanie Carrillo explains. This technique allows the stylist to personalize the color placement for a customized look.
When your main beauty goal is to add some pops of color or completely change the tone without altering the hair shape much, coloring is your first stop. “If we aren’t changing the haircut significantly, I’ll color and then do a wet cut after their hair is washed,” hairdresser Doron Pinto clarifies. With this order, it’s easier to clean up the edges and enhance the dimension with a preferred cutting technique.
For this client, the hair pro creates a beautiful pink underlay with blended pastels before refreshing her short shullet. In such a manner, the stylist maps out the colored strands and makes sure they’re placed strategically throughout the length until it’s chopping time.
As you can see, there is no specific order when cutting and coloring your hair at the same time. It all truly depends on the results you’re trying to achieve. Up for something new? Then, try our AI hair changer for zero regrets in the hairdresser’s chair!
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