Iris Guzman was "born to be a hairstylist," she says. "I've had my license for 8 years and love what I do!" Based at Fleur De Lis Hair Art, North Providence, Rhode Island, Guzman agreed that her client needed a change. "We decided to cut it short and lighten her up.

Here Guzman offers the steps for her natural level 4 client:

Step 1: Apply Framcolor 2001 ESC (12.21) with 40 volume to the root area. Process for 50 minutes.

Step 2: Foil highlight with Blondor with 20 volume developer. (Place quickly while roots are processing and process for an additional 20 minutes.

Step 3: Shampoo and condition the hair.

Step 4: Tone with Illumina 10/69 with Pastel developer extra shine.

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