Baby light wicks: Discover the phenomenon of the moment
Do you want to show off perfect hair but you lack the brightness
and luminosity necessary to dazzle? Do n't worry ,
beauty! Today we are talking about a trend in highlights that you
will love: babylights . They are the perfect
solution to have a luminous hair, with a three-dimensional effect and with the
maximum possible naturalness. We tell you what they are, how they differ
from other highlights techniques such as balayage or foilyage , and we give you ideas to wear
them. Do you join the fashion of babylight wicks? Oh yesss !
What
are babylight highlights ?
The babylight wicks , which
owe their name to the typical natural reflections that babies
have and that are perceived above all under the sun's rays , are
a trend in hair coloring that gives maximum prominence to the points of light
on your hair. mane.
These are very fine highlights that come from the root, two shades lighter than your base color (at most)
and that pursue that beautiful and natural effect that children's hair has,
especially in summer. The result is a mane with
light, shine, movement and a marvelous three-dimensional
effect .
How
are babylights different from balayage and foilyage
highlights?
Babylight highlights may
have points in common with other types of highlights such as balayage or foilyage (which are an
updated version of balayage), but they have important differences that you
should know when choosing what you want.
Let's see the most significant:
Babylight wicks : uniform and integrated color
o Its
name comes from the natural reflections in the hair of babies.
o They
seek to provide subtle reflections of light that are very natural.
o They
are applied from roots to ends, with small veils all over the head.
o Hair
Color Effect: Lighter
o A
uniform color is achieved throughout the hair.
Balayage highlights : natural gradient
o Means
"sweep" in French, referring to the effect it has on the mane.
o Its
objective is to create a natural color gradient in the hair, for this reason
and for it to be appreciated well, they are better on long hair .
o They
are applied from the middle to the ends (generally), selecting and dyeing the
desired strands freehand.
o Hair
color effect: natural gradient.
o The
tips are of a lighter color, being integrated into the rest of the mane.
Foilyage highlights :
vibrant and contrasting highlights
o The
name comes from the combination of “foil” (aluminum foil in English) and “yage”
(from balayage , sweeping in French), and refers to the
technique used to achieve them.
o They
pursue an extra luminosity, intensity and volume to the hair with supernatural
and very well integrated finishes.
o They
are applied from the middle to the ends, with a technique in which the selected
strands are wrapped in aluminum foil so that the dye acts faster.
o Hair
color effect: contrasting highlights, vibrant and intense colors.
o The
tips are markedly lighter.
How
to wear babylight highlights ?
The babylight highlights give
a fresh look to the hair , and being so natural
they rejuvenate anyone and greatly soften the features
of the face.
Although it is true that they are applied above all to blonde
and brown hair, to give that lighter final touch that gives it extra
luminosity, you will also find them in darker shades (different brown, copper,
etc.) or even in long
hair . with gray hair The important thing
is to respect your natural base color and lighten it
a couple of tones to simulate those reflections in the sunlight.
Babylights for blonde hair
Although it will always depend on the blonde you have as a base,
the most flattering tones to wear babylights on
blonde hair are: honey , ash blonde or even gold .
This type of fine highlights, which start at the root and can be
intensified or thickened in the middle and ends, will give a special shine and
enhance your natural blonde. You will cause a sensation wherever you
go. Little word from Batiste.
Babylights for brown hair
Without a doubt, brown hair that wants to bet on the phenomenon
of babylight highlights can play with caramel tones . Yum! It is a type of
shade that gives a more intense movement and light than other shades, and that
combines perfectly with brown hair.
Babylights for brunettes
Brunette hair does not have to give up some beautiful babylight highlights , opting for brown, chocolate, hazelnut and copper tones . The babylights in dark hair, if they are well
integrated, give a lot of volume and three-dimensionality to your hair.
How
to make babylights at home
At Batiste we always recommend that you go to your usual beauty
salon, since only professionals know the techniques for highlighting and can
advise you on the shades that best suit your hair color, also taking into
account aspects such as your skin color and your eyes .
If you still want to venture to make babylight highlights at home, you can take a look
at our post on how to make highlights at home step by step .
How
to care for babylight highlights ?
Some useful tips that will
allow you to keep them perfect for as long as possible:
o Use special shampoo and conditioner for colored
hair. They will clean your hair without the wicks losing their color or
intensity in the washes.
o Moisturize
your hair frequently , since colored hair dries out more easily than uncolored
hair.
o Avoid
abusing heat tools (irons, tongs, dryers...), and apply thermal protectors
before using them.
o Memorize
the 8 essential care for colored hair .
o Lengthen
the time between washes , using Batiste
dry shampoo . It will refresh your hair, give
it a clean and voluminous look, and leave your hair textured so you can do the
style you want… ideal for the second hair day !
There is a wide variety of dry shampoos waiting for you: from
those that carry the most delicious fragrances ,
to those that blend perfectly with the tones of your highlights ,
those that will give you extra volume or those that
provide added benefits ( such as protecting from the damage caused by irons and dryers ,
or completely eliminating frizz ). Which
one do you prefer?
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