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Before your appointment, we will evaluate your hair to ensure it is healthy for a bleaching service. This is an all-over bleach appointment using the finest quality lightener. If this appointment involves color correction, please book under color correction.

What Are The Prices for A Hair Blonding?

Prices vary based on your own hair color, density, and length, as well as the condition of your hair in Boston. A bleach service is not for everyone; we will look at your hair, the amount of roots to color, and determine what type of bleach will work for you to achieve a more natural look. We have additives such as Olaplex to help maintain the health of your hair.

Prices start at $100

Duration 1.5 hours to 3 hours

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What is Bleach & Tone?

Bleach and tone is a professional hair coloring technique that involves two key steps: first, the application of bleach to lighten the hair, followed by the use of a toner to achieve the desired shade. This process is essential for transforming your hair into beautiful hues, whether you're aiming for an icy blonde, soft pastel, or striking platinum. The bleach works by lifting the natural pigment from your hair, while the toner neutralizes any unwanted undertones, allowing you to achieve a vibrant, even color.

When undergoing this service, it's important to consult with a stylist who can help you find the right bleach and toner combinations tailored to your unique hair type and color goals. By doing so, you ensure a result that not only looks fabulous but also feels healthy. This technique is perfect for anyone ready to make an amazing job with their bold hair statement and ensure that their new color reflects their personality.

10 tips on going platinum blonde

Platinum blonde should appear opalescent, shiny, and healthy. If your hair is damaged, especially if it lacks keratin, then going platinum is not your best option. Of course, all stylists would prefer to work with a client with virgin hair, but that is simply not always the case.

1). Be prepared to touch up roots every three to four weeks depending on how quickly your hair grows. If you let your roots grow too long, then bleaching can create bands (lines of demarcation), making the lightening process difficult and possibly damaging.

2) You may need to visit the salon for toners in between visits, as ombre hair naturally oxidizes creating yellowy tones, and toning will help to combat these unwanted undertones.

3). Make sure your budget allows for frequent salon visits.

4) Bleached hair is more porous and may take longer to blow-dry. You will need to invest in at-home care to keep your hair healthy. But you may still experience some breakage.

5) Porous hair, due to bleaching, will hold a better curl set. Therefore, you may not need to wash and style your hair as often. When styling your hair, consider the effects of bleaching on its texture.

6) You may want to change your foundation, lipstick, and make-up to compliment your platinum hair.

7) You may want to change some of your wardrobe color choices; black is amazing, but white clothing can look bland, as well as emphasize strange tones in your hair.

8) Blonde hair will definitely turn heads; if you like attention then blonde is the way to go.

9) Platinum blonde can be harsh on the skin tone, it tends to look best on pale skin or darker skin. A complexion with a yellow undertone may not look best with platinum hair.

10). Protect your hair when spray tanning, and use tanning lotion since it can add a strange orange hue to your platinum hair.

Bleach & Tone vs Highlights

While both bleach and tone and highlights involve lightening the hair, they differ significantly in technique and results. The bleach and tone process provides an overall, consistent shade across the hair, which is ideal for those looking for a dramatic color change. In contrast, highlights, including techniques like balayage or ombre, focus on lightening specific sections of the hair to create depth and dimension, resulting in a more natural look that enhances the sun-kissed appearance.

Choosing between these two services ultimately depends on your desired look and the level of maintenance you're willing to commit to. If you want a bold transformation, bleach and tone is your go-to choice, while highlights offer a more subtle approach that allows for a variety of styling options without a complete overhaul.

What to do if you don’t like your platinum hair color?

I certainly do not recommend coloring hair darker on a whim, the process takes color filling, and going dark may be a shock to your system. Instead, consider having a root melt applied with a bit of a darker tone. A root melt will immediately add dimension, and may just be what the doctor ordered.

You may want to add some lowlights to the root melt, or a reverse balayage. Your hair will still be blond, but with complimentary color that adds dimensions, and will help to avoid the awkward grow-in phase.

Caring for Bleached and Toned Hair

To maintain the vibrancy and health of your bleached and toned hair, it's crucial to adopt a tailored hair care routine. Start by using a sulfate-free shampoo and conditioner designed for color-treated hair, which helps prevent color fading while keeping your hair hydrated. Additionally, incorporating a deep conditioning treatment at least once a week is essential for restoring moisture and repairing damage, especially after the bleaching process.

Limit the use of heat styling tools, as bleached hair tends to be more fragile. When styling, always apply a heat protectant to shield your hair from potential damage. Regular trims will also help prevent split ends and keep your hair looking fresh and vibrant. By following these care tips, you can enjoy beautiful, healthy bleached and toned hair for longer.

Washing hair

After undergoing a bleach and tone service, it is advisable to wait at least 48 hours before washing your hair. This waiting period allows the hair cuticle to close, locking in the new color and preventing premature fading. Washing too soon can lead to dullness, as the cuticle has not settled properly to hold onto the toner's pigments.

When you do wash your hair, opt for a gentle, sulfate-free shampoo that helps maintain color vibrancy. Consult with your stylist for personalized recommendations and best practices for toning and maintaining your new hair color. Remember, proper care post-appointment is essential for ensuring your bleached and toned hair looks fresh and radiant for as long as possible.

Conclusion

Think about going platinum, it can be life-changing in both a positive and negative way. Always seek the advice of a professional colorist, particularly one that specializes in blonde hair. There are stylists that only work on creating stunning blond hair color in a variety of techniques.

Do you happen to have any advice to give on going platinum blonde? Please use the comment section below, we appreciate and love your advice.

Note: While there is a lot of fun to be had with a hair color chart and hair dye, if you have an existing hair color on your hair, you might need to be careful about the hair color remover and its process to achieve your baseline hair color to start from. While hair color trends for 2023 might get you ready for a fun season, taking the right precautions will get you there stress-free.