The duality of ‘yin and yang’ fuelled the creative section of the colour technique, making use of negative space to mimic the area between the real and the unreal, melting metallic shades together to create fluidity using the cool cosmos-inspired ice white backdrop. “It was all about opposites,” says Corrine.  

• Regrowth pre-lightened with Wella Professionals Blondorplex 9, mixed 1 to 1.5 with Welloxon Perfect 4% 

• Developed for 40 minutes and emulsified at the backwash for 3 minutes 

• Rinsed then applied the creative target shades of Illumina Silver Mauve and Platinum Lily equal parts with 2 parts Welloxon Perfect 1.9%, in a root melt technique 

• Global application of Color Touch equal parts 10/81 + 10/6 + 10/0 combined with 2 parts Color Touch Crème Emulsion 1.9%

The aim was to give the style a sense of ‘anti-gravity’ while still retaining a strong shape and full fringe effect with texture 

• A tight form was created on a diagonal section pattern through the sides and a square elevation through the top to allow for a structural shape that would create a fluid but strong structure.  

• Length and fringe were visually connected for face framing, to create a little extra contrast.  

• To avoid damage, Wella Professionals Ultimate Repair four-step regime was used throughout. Hair was wrap dried, with EIMI Perfect Setting and Body Crafter layered into the hair through a four-step drying process.  

• A straightener was used to elevate and mould the hair upward.  

• Hair was the dressed with EIMI Glam Mist using a soft brush to create texture, then finished with a very light spray of Performance Hairspray for light hold but leave the hair workable.  

• Wella Professionals Color Touch is perfect for a low maintenance gloss. Alex worked with 7/75 at the root then 7/47 for a reverse balayage before toning globally with Color Fresh Mask in Rose Blaze 

• For a bespoke element, hair was dipped into a bowl with Perfection /5 and /6 to give the illusion of lightness going into dark – an easy and impactful personal touch you can add in the salon 

• A hot cross bun section was used for the root colour, then diagonal sections through the back of the hair to deepen some areas for a more lived-in look using different types of weaves 

• Through the front section, curve sections were taken from the temple to the back of the ear to create a bespoke colour, developed for 35 minutes, leaving a veil of lightness on top to amplify that lived-in vibe 

• System Professional Colour Save Shampoo, treatment and condition was used to protect the colour, with the treatment restoring the hair’s PH level before toning 

• Color Fresh Mask in Rose Blaze was applied globally and developed for 20 minutes 

• EIMI Extra Volume Mousse created texture and movement; blow dried in for a sleek finish 

• ghd Curve Soft Curl Tong added more soft movement, before applying EIMI Texture Touch to manipulate hair into place around the edges 

• Some backcombing added a little body through the top section of the hair while keeping it lived-in 

• For that kiss of sunshine, the team turned to Wella Professionals Illumina, using a hand painting technique using foils and mesh, following the natural hair fall. “We wanted to create something very soft that would enhance the natural curl pattern,” explains Skye. “It’s very soft in terms of tonal palette, it can create a really radiant finish,” adds Christel. “It’s something that’s very quick and easy to do in the salon, easy to pick up and adapt.”  

• The combination of Illumina and Blondor delivered that sun-kissed chic (Illumina 9/19 + 9% Welloxon Perfect; Blondor + 6% Welloxon Perfect; Illumina 8/38 + 6% Welloxon Perfect; toned with Illumina 10/36 + 8/13 + 1.9% Welloxon Perfect)  

• To lock in the colour, it was over to System Professional Color Save Shampoo and Conditioner 

• For its antioxidant properties, a Wella Professionals Service Post Color Treatment was added into the mix to neutralise any colour oxidants left and to return the hair to its PH level.  

• For styling, the vibe was for a slimline, modern androgynous feel, while those beautiful bends were given a little polish. Using a finger curling method and Twisted Mask from Sebastian Professional, each curl was pinned each as the team went along – section by section, curl by curl 

• Once all pinned, the hair was covered with a mesh wrap and Skye used a metal mesh diffuser to keep frizz at bay 

• Fully dry, hair was left to cool for five minutes, then each curl was separated as it was unpinned 

• Just a spritz of Re-Shaper Hairspray from Sebastian Professional added the final touch 

• Hair was lightened globally with Illumina 7/81, with a few scattered creamier tones through the front to add dimensional texture, with the help of Blondorplex and Welloxon Perfect 6% 

• A mix of Color Touch Crème Emulsion 8/71 1.9% with Welloxon Perfect 1.5% pastel oxidant was used to tone and nail that muted brunette finish 

• This bob showcases the need for a bespoke cut, working with the model’s growth pattern to ensure when they were layering into the hair, no nasty spikes were created 

• Graduated in the back with a textured top, the length at the front falls just below the cheekbone to keep that bob vibe – and is ideal for return visits. “This needs maintenance, because after six weeks or eight weeks, it falls out of shape, so clients have to come back,” smiles Nestor 

• To get that finish, volume and shine was amped up by wrap drying in EIMI Perfect Setting to ensure a super sleek, frizz free result 

• A little Texture Touch matte holding paste delivered that piecey movement 

With glossy hair one of the BIG searches on both Google and TikTok, this is a brilliantly adaptable trend to any texture to give guests what they’re hunting for. “This is really good for clients, it’s an easy service,” says Gemma.  

• This look is all about enhancing the natural depth of the hair by tweaking the tone and layering on shine, with a more chocolate based tone and a sheer glaze on top – all thanks to Wella Professionals Shinefinity 04/07 and 0/00, layered for subtle tones and a beautifully enriched, radiant finish 

• A twist out technique – taking two strands, doing a rope braid, followed by a twist, then set onto heat – makes the most of that tantalising texture. “It’s really important to keep the hair as hydrated as possible,” adds Jordanna, who cocktailed Briogeo Gel Cream and Curling Gel, picking the hair apart using well-oiled hands (thanks Sebastian Dark Oil!) and slowly but surely stretching out the curl 

• To give that uber shiny glass hair result, soft finger waves gracefully frame the face, enhancing the natural curl pattern and creating a beautifully sculpted yet fluid shape 

• Sebastian Liquid Steel was applied to create long-lasting hold 

• New Ultimate Smoothing Miracle Oil Serum for that glossy finish, a spoolie was used to define and enhance the natural texture along the hairline, adding a soft, effortless wave. It took a little bit of testing on some arm hair first to get the mix of products just right!