YOUR AUTUMN HAIR COLOUR INSPIRATION - KEVIN.MURPHY AUSTRALIAN.LIGHTS
22nd Oct 2024
AUSTRALIAN.LIGHTS - NATURAL, WITH SOPHISTICATED SIMPLICTY AND HEALTHY GLOW
This style translates into effortless, elegant and natural looks with a low-maintenance routine. It's more about celebrating the authenticity of each individual, enhancing their natural beauty and embracing a relaxed yet refined, healthy-looking aesthetic that resonates globally.
THE ULTIMATE 2-STEP TECHNIQUE
AUSTRALIAN.LIGHTS uses a signature, 2-step technique for achieving superior natural seamless lightening with a healthy gloss finish.
STEP 1 NATURAL SEAMLESS LIGHTENING: Flawless blended lightening results while prioritising the health and integrity of the hair.
Discover our versatile range of lighteners here.
STEP 2 REFINING GLOSS TREATMENT AND SHINE: Revitalise and refine hair reflect and health with our acidic hair colour treatment, enhancing glossiness after lightening. Experience hair that's not only 25% stronger but also 37% thicker*, boasting a luxurious finish.
* on pre-lightened hair
Discover COLOR.ME GLOSS, our demi-permanent colour and treatment, all-in-one here.
LINEN BLONDE
Inspired by the timeless appeal of neutrals, Linen Blonde stands out as the modern and refined twist on the ever-popular total blonde look.
Embracing a soft and natural aesthetic, this Australian-inspired summer look adds natural dimension with a shimmering glow and a healthy-looking finish, making it a highly sought-after choice all year round.
Customisable for all skin tones and hair types, Linen Blonde is ideal for those seeking a colour option that delivers a summery feel without sacrificing style.
GET THE LOOK - LINEN BLONDE
Linen Blonde embodies a stunning fusion of bright taupe and blonde highlights. These reflects strike an ideal harmony of cool, warm or natural undertones, crafting subtle yet captivating dimensional effects. The interplay of bright taupes and beige reflects adds dimension to the ensemble, while the inclusion of powdery and creamy shades ensures the blonde radiates with luminosity and brilliance.
Step 1: Natural seamless lightening
- Apply FORMULA A in back-to-back slices using a full head foil pattern
- Develop, rinse and apply KEVIN.MURPHY EVERLASTING.COLOUR WASH
Step 2: Refining with Gloss treatment and shine
- Apply FORMULA B to the new growth, except for the front hairline
- Apply FORMULA C to the hairline area
- Apply FORMULA D to the mid lengths and ends
- Brush new growth area into the mid lengths only to ensure an even blend
- Develop, rinse and apply the finishing regimen
Pro tip: To create more depth and dimension, vary the length of the new growth FORMULA B application
Home maintenance: BLONDE.ANGEL WASH, BLONDE.ANGEL, HEATED.DEFENSE and ANTI.GRAVITY
CANDLELIT BRUNETTE
Inspired by the flickering glow of candlelight, this look is the natural evolution of the iconic Australian sun-kissed aesthetic.
Seamlessly integrated with a wide range of brunette shades, this natural and luminous look offers subtle dimension and a radiant, natural glow with sophistication.
Ideal for mid-length to long hair, this versatile and customisable option is the evolution of the classic sun-kissed look and will stand out as the coveted choice for brunettes willing natural dimension and luminosity.
GET THE LOOK - CANDLELIT BRUNETTE
This technique introduces delicate highlights strategically placed to catch the light and create a shimmering effect. Subtle accents of lighter colour add dimension and depth, reflecting the sophistication of the candlelit aesthetic. It captures the essence of a soft, warm radiance, elevating the natural beauty of brunette hair.
Step 1: Natural seamless lightening
- Section the hair from ear to ear across the top of the head and isolate the front from the back
- Starting at the nape, take a 1cm/0.5 inch horizontal section. Weave the top and clip away, apply FORMULA B freehand painting to remove the remainder of the hair
- For a more naturally blended finish, alternate with FORMULA A to the mid lengths to ends, in between the freehand painting
Step 2: Refining with Gloss treatment and shine
- Apply FORMULA A to the new growth, stretching the application down 7cm/ 3 inches
- Apply FORMULA C globally
- Develop, rinse and apply the finishing regimen
Pro tip: Pick up your weaves from the ends when working on thicker density to pick up more hair
Home maintenance: BLOW.DRY WASH, BLOW.DRY RINSE, BODY.BUILDER and SESSION.SPRAY
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