Like nature, personal styles shift a bit every season. The transition from summer to fall involves more than layers of outerwear and putting away the strappy sandals. Many women switch up their hair color in the fall and winter by getting lowlights. As the name suggests, this hair-coloring technique involves coloring sections of hair in darker tones to achieve richness and depth. If you're curious about it, here's what you need to know about lowlighting. 

Choosing a Color

The right tone for lowlights depends on your current color. The goal is subtlety. Going three shades darker than your darkest strands is probably sufficient. Your stylist will help you choose.

Lowlights are intended to add depth to your locks. If your natural hair color and skin tone have warm undertones, try reddish or chocolate brown shades. If they're cooler, aim for neutral, ashier tones. 

Application Techniques

Like highlights, lowlights are applied with foils or freely by hand. If hand-painted, the technique is sometimes termed  "balayage," which is French for "sweeping."

Foil applications produce a uniform concentration of color. Balayage is nuanced and natural-looking. If you want color intensity and are willing to schedule six-week touch-ups, choose foils. If you're not going too dark, choose balayage. Some stylists treat clients with a combination of foils and balayage.

Adding Highlights

Colorists can apply both highlights and lowlights depending on the condition and cut of your hair. If you have long layers, you may want a few highlights to brighten your look and frame the face. Highlights are a sweet little farewell note to the summer sun.

If you're interested in getting lowlights, make an appointment at 151 Hair Company in Onalaska, WI. Their trained stylists and colorists will help you achieve a new look. If you’re thinking about a fresh cut and color,  they’ll help you refine your options. To view photos of their salon, visit their website. To set up an appointment, call them today at (608) 783-6191.