Are you a hairstylist looking to offer your salon clients a trendy and eye-catching hair transformation? The answer is metallic melt hairstyle! This stunning color technique combines vibrant shades with a seamless blend, resulting in a head-turning, multidimensional look. And with the help of tape-in extensions, you can easily achieve this high-fashion style without compromising your client’s natural hair. In this blog post, we’ll guide you through the step-by-step process of creating a captivating metallic melt using tape-in extensions. So, let’s dive in and unlock a world of creative possibilities with BigG Hair!
Understanding the Metallic Melt Technique
The metallic melt technique involves blending different metallic hues to create a multidimensional and shimmering effect on the hair. By seamlessly transitioning from one metallic shade to another, hairstylists can achieve a stunning gradient or melting effect that adds depth and dimension to the hair.
The metallic melt technique offers a wide range of color options, including silver, rose gold, bronze, copper, and even bold metallic blues and purples. These metallic shades have a reflective quality that catches the light, giving the hair an iridescent and luminous appearance.
The application process
Time needed: 50 minutes
Are you ready to dive deeper into the process and discover valuable tips to perfect the metallic melt hairstyle? Keep scrolling to explore the steps.
- Step 1
Begin with pre-lightened hair and separate a 2-inch section at the nape, securing the remaining hair with a clip. To achieve a vibrant and multi-tonal color melt, it is recommended to use five fashion colors.
- Step 2
Take a small section of hair and apply the darkest shade near the base where it meets the pre-lightened hair. This will help create a smooth transition and blur the line of demarcation. Apply the color with a brush, and then blend using gloves to fully saturate the hair.
- Step 3
Apply three colors to each section: the darkest shade at the base, a lighter shade in the midlengths, and the lightest shade at the ends. Repeat this process throughout the hair, incorporating different tones for dimension. Allow the color to process for up to an hour, then rinse with cold water.
- Step 4
Extend the melting technique to BigG Tape-in extensions, which have uncoated, true-to-tone hair that can be lightened up to two levels and darkened by two levels. Apply the extensions following the same melting technique used on the client’s natural hair. Allow them to process for up to an hour, then rinse with cold water.
- Step 5
Section off the hair at the crown and attach BigG Tape-in extensions diagonally forward for seamless blending. Begin by selecting a small section of hair.
- Step 6
Take BigG extension, remove the tape, and position it close to the scalp beneath the small section of hair.
Pro Tip: Ensure the sections are thin enough to be see-through, facilitating easy sandwiching of the tabs together.
- Step 7
Add a second extension on top of the section and press the tape together firmly to seal.
Pro Tip: For color melts, consider mixing and matching extensions with different melting patterns to create contrasting and dimensional tones
- Step 8
Repeat the process until you achieve the desired fullness and length. To seamlessly blend the extensions, trim them using slide cutting at an angle, either with shears or a razor.
- Step 9
Finished the look.
Before and After
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By following these steps, you can create a stunning color melt using BigG’s tape-in extensions for a seamless and dimensional result.
Frequently asked questions
While the metallic melt technique is highly versatile, it works best on pre-lightened or blonde hair. The light base allows the metallic shades to show their true vibrancy and create a striking contrast.
When selecting metallic shades for a melt, consider factors such as your client’s skin tone, eye color, and personal style. Cooler tones like silver, ash, and platinum work well for fair complexions, while warmer tones like rose gold and bronze can complement warmer skin tones.
To achieve a seamless blend, make sure the extensions are properly matched to the client’s hair color. Additionally, take thin sections of hair when applying the extensions and ensure that the tape tabs are sandwiched close to the scalp for a natural and undetectable transition.
Yes, you can still achieve a stunning metallic melt hairstyle with tape-in extensions on short hair. While longer hair provides more surface area for color blending, tape-in extensions can be strategically placed to add pops of metallic shades and create a dimensional look, even on shorter hair lengths.
Tape-in extensions can last anywhere from 6 to 12 weeks, depending on the client’s hair growth and maintenance routine. It is important to advise your clients on proper care.
Conclusion
The metallic melt hairstyle is a perfect choice for clients who crave a fashion-forward look. With BigG’s tape-in extensions, you can easily create this captivating style without compromising the health of your client’s natural hair. Visit our website and unlock a world of creative possibilities today!
