“ I’m inspired by the modern girl who is bucking the system and being a true individual—that girl who shaves the side of her head, and leaves the rest long.” —Matthew Morris
“ I’m inspired by the modern girl who is bucking the system and being a true individual—that girl who shaves the side of her head, and leaves the rest long.” —Matthew Morris
Before.
Before.
Begin with base color application in the back of the head. Using a brush and bowl technique, apply Majirel: ¾ tube 5.25 plus ¼ tube 7N with 20 volume plus one ounce violet mixer to make a medium plum brown. Apply to just the two inches closest to the scalp.
Begin with base color application in the back of the head. Using a brush and bowl technique, apply Majirel: ¾ tube 5.25 plus ¼ tube 7N with 20 volume plus one ounce violet mixer to make a medium plum brown. Apply to just the two inches closest to the scalp.
Continue to apply throughout the hair in ½-inch sections. Again, apply just to the two inches from the scalp. Process 35 minutes at room temperature.
Continue to apply throughout the hair in ½-inch sections. Again, apply just to the two inches from the scalp. Process 35 minutes at room temperature.
While base color is still on, apply toner at the bowl on wet hair: equal parts Violet Manic Panic and Clear for five to 10 minutes with no peroxide catalyst (this makes a more pastel color). Apply to all the hair—color will grab on the ends only.
While base color is still on, apply toner at the bowl on wet hair: equal parts Violet Manic Panic and Clear for five to 10 minutes with no peroxide catalyst (this makes a more pastel color). Apply to all the hair—color will grab on the ends only.
Blow dry hair smooth prior to cutting.
Blow dry hair smooth prior to cutting.
Clean up the line along the nape, cutting against the skin to the desired shape.
Clean up the line along the nape, cutting against the skin to the desired shape.
Using a razor, remove any excess hair from the neck.
Using a razor, remove any excess hair from the neck.
Now take a curling iron and “set” the hair. Pull out from the scalp, wrapping away from the face.
Now take a curling iron and “set” the hair. Pull out from the scalp, wrapping away from the face.
Wrap down to the scalp, secure with a pin and cool.
Wrap down to the scalp, secure with a pin and cool.
Longest lengths are set as shown.
Longest lengths are set as shown.
Once cooled, gently brush out the hair.
Once cooled, gently brush out the hair.
Position hair as desired and spray into place.
Position hair as desired and spray into place.
PRODUCTS AND TOOLS Color: By L’Oréal Professionnel: Platinium, Majicreme, Majirel and Richesse Purple Color: Manic Panic Shampoo and conditioner: Kerastase Chroma Sensitive Cleansing Balm Styling Products: Kerastase: Chroma Thermique, Volumactive, Micro/Voile Dryer: FHI Elite Professional Series Shears: Kenchi Curling iron: HOT tools Razor: Feather Brushes: Ibiza and Mason Pearson Foils: Spilo Gloves: Product Club Nail color: Dark Ruby by CND Blush: Beauty Addicts Foundation: Temptu Lip color: Your Name Mascara: Mirabella
PRODUCTS AND TOOLS Color: By L’Oréal Professionnel: Platinium, Majicreme, Majirel and Richesse Purple Color: Manic Panic Shampoo and conditioner: Kerastase Chroma Sensitive Cleansing Balm Styling Products: Kerastase: Chroma Thermique, Volumactive, Micro/Voile Dryer: FHI Elite Professional Series Shears: Kenchi Curling iron: HOT tools Razor: Feather Brushes: Ibiza and Mason Pearson Foils: Spilo Gloves: Product Club Nail color: Dark Ruby by CND Blush: Beauty Addicts Foundation: Temptu Lip color: Your Name Mascara: Mirabella
“ This is for the girl who isn’t afraid to commit to a look. I scissor-over-combed her hair in front of one ear, then cut the rest in a ’70-inspired diagonal and horizontal Dorothy Hamill wedge. Her color is nontraditional, but still easy on the eyes, melting from one to another.” —Matthew Morris Black satin and patent bustier, silk shorts, leggings and belt by Emporio Armani; earrings by Fenton; Cuff by Alexis Bittar.
“ This is for the girl who isn’t afraid to commit to a look. I scissor-over-combed her hair in front of one ear, then cut the rest in a ’70-inspired diagonal and horizontal Dorothy Hamill wedge. Her color is nontraditional, but still easy on the eyes, melting from one to another.” —Matthew Morris Black satin and patent bustier, silk shorts, leggings and belt by Emporio Armani; earrings by Fenton; Cuff by Alexis Bittar.
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“ I’m inspired by the modern girl who is bucking the system and being a true individual—that girl who shaves the side of her head, and leaves the rest long.” —Matthew Morris
Before.
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Before.
Begin with base color application in the back of the head. Using a brush and bowl technique, apply Majirel: ¾ tube 5.25 plus ¼ tube 7N with 20 volume plus one ounce violet mixer to make a medium plum brown. Apply to just the two inches closest to the scalp.
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Begin with base color application in the back of the head. Using a brush and bowl technique, apply Majirel: ¾ tube 5.25 plus ¼ tube 7N with 20 volume plus one ounce violet mixer to make a medium plum brown. Apply to just the two inches closest to the scalp.
Continue to apply throughout the hair in ½-inch sections. Again, apply just to the two inches from the scalp. Process 35 minutes at room temperature.
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Continue to apply throughout the hair in ½-inch sections. Again, apply just to the two inches from the scalp. Process 35 minutes at room temperature.
While base color is still on, apply toner at the bowl on wet hair: equal parts Violet Manic Panic and Clear for five to 10 minutes with no peroxide catalyst (this makes a more pastel color). Apply to all the hair—color will grab on the ends only.
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While base color is still on, apply toner at the bowl on wet hair: equal parts Violet Manic Panic and Clear for five to 10 minutes with no peroxide catalyst (this makes a more pastel color). Apply to all the hair—color will grab on the ends only.
Blow dry hair smooth prior to cutting.
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Blow dry hair smooth prior to cutting.
Clean up the line along the nape, cutting against the skin to the desired shape.
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Clean up the line along the nape, cutting against the skin to the desired shape.
Using a razor, remove any excess hair from the neck.
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Using a razor, remove any excess hair from the neck.
Now take a curling iron and “set” the hair. Pull out from the scalp, wrapping away from the face.
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Now take a curling iron and “set” the hair. Pull out from the scalp, wrapping away from the face.
Wrap down to the scalp, secure with a pin and cool.
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Wrap down to the scalp, secure with a pin and cool.
Longest lengths are set as shown.
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Longest lengths are set as shown.
Once cooled, gently brush out the hair.
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Once cooled, gently brush out the hair.
Position hair as desired and spray into place.
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Position hair as desired and spray into place.
PRODUCTS AND TOOLS Color: By L’Oréal Professionnel: Platinium, Majicreme, Majirel and Richesse Purple Color: Manic Panic Shampoo and conditioner: Kerastase Chroma Sensitive Cleansing Balm Styling Products: Kerastase: Chroma Thermique, Volumactive, Micro/Voile Dryer: FHI Elite Professional Series Shears: Kenchi Curling iron: HOT tools Razor: Feather Brushes: Ibiza and Mason Pearson Foils: Spilo Gloves: Product Club Nail color: Dark Ruby by CND Blush: Beauty Addicts Foundation: Temptu Lip color: Your Name Mascara: Mirabella
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PRODUCTS AND TOOLS Color: By L’Oréal Professionnel: Platinium, Majicreme, Majirel and Richesse Purple Color: Manic Panic Shampoo and conditioner: Kerastase Chroma Sensitive Cleansing Balm Styling Products: Kerastase: Chroma Thermique, Volumactive, Micro/Voile Dryer: FHI Elite Professional Series Shears: Kenchi Curling iron: HOT tools Razor: Feather Brushes: Ibiza and Mason Pearson Foils: Spilo Gloves: Product Club Nail color: Dark Ruby by CND Blush: Beauty Addicts Foundation: Temptu Lip color: Your Name Mascara: Mirabella
“ This is for the girl who isn’t afraid to commit to a look. I scissor-over-combed her hair in front of one ear, then cut the rest in a ’70-inspired diagonal and horizontal Dorothy Hamill wedge. Her color is nontraditional, but still easy on the eyes, melting from one to another.” —Matthew Morris Black satin and patent bustier, silk shorts, leggings and belt by Emporio Armani; earrings by Fenton; Cuff by Alexis Bittar.
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“ This is for the girl who isn’t afraid to commit to a look. I scissor-over-combed her hair in front of one ear, then cut the rest in a ’70-inspired diagonal and horizontal Dorothy Hamill wedge. Her color is nontraditional, but still easy on the eyes, melting from one to another.” —Matthew Morris Black satin and patent bustier, silk shorts, leggings and belt by Emporio Armani; earrings by Fenton; Cuff by Alexis Bittar.
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