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08.13.2024
Sunlight Strands: 10 Golden Blonde Formulas
Achieving the perfect golden blonde requires more than just a touch of sunlight - it demands the right formulas to bring out the best in every strand. Get inspired by top salon professionals and their hand picked shades to deliver warm, radiant results. Discover how to elevate any look with formula tips, treatments and haircare recommendations for every salon guest.
#1: Sunbeam
Check out this stunning look created by Color Specialist, Jenna Folse @jlu5_colorist for the perfect golden glow. Balayage accents, blended tones and pops of dimension deliver major hair goals.
LIGHTEN
Blondor Freelights
Freelights Developer 12% (40 volume)
TONE
Color Touch 9/3
Color Touch Emulsion 1.9% (6 volume)
CARE + STYLING
Follow the service with Wella Professionals ColorMotion+ Post Color Treatment, to strengthen hair structure, improve color retention and optimize pH. Cleanse and hydrate with Sebastian Professional Penetraitt Shampoo and Conditioner. Apply Wella Professionals EIMI Flowing Form Anti Frizz Hair Balm root to tip, then blowdry and finish the look with a soft bend created by the ghd Platinum+ Styler and Sebastian Trilliant Spray.
#2: Champagne Glow
Get inspired by the talented @byjohnsanchez and his beautiful work. Seamless, sun-kissed tones are perfectly placed around the face and melted throughout the ends for a striking, lived-in look.
LIGHTEN
Wella Professionals Blondor Multi Blonde
Welloxon Perfect Developer 6% (20 volume)
TONE - ROOT
Illumina Color 5/ + 5/81
Welloxon Perfect Pastel Developer 1.9% (6 volume)
MIDS + ENDS
Illumina Color 8/36 + 9/
Welloxon Perfect Pastel Developer 1.9% (6 volume)
CARE + STYLING
Reach for Wella Professionals INVIGO Brilliance Shampoo and Conditioner to lock in color and maintain vibrancy. Prep the hair with INVIGO Miracle BB Spray from root to tip. Apply Wella Professionals EIMI Extra Volume Hair Mousse at the base and Sebastian Professional Dark Oil to the mid-strands and ends for a soft, bouncy blowout. Recommend ColorMotion+ Shampoo and Conditioner to your salon guest, to lock in color and maintain moisture and shine until their next salon visit.
#3: Golden Macchiato
We’re obsessed with this color created by @wellaprobrasil Artist, Jhony Veiga @jhonyveiga. Discover his step by step formula and haircare recommendations to deliver beautiful golden blonde results.
LIGHTEN
Blondor Freelights
Freelights Developer 9% (30 volume)
TONE
Color Touch 9/03 + Special Mix 0/34
Color Touch Emulsion 1.9% (6 volume)
CARE + STYLING
Cleanse and condition with Wella Professionals Oil Reflections Luminous Reveal Shampoo and Reboost Mask - replenish each hair fiber with precious oils to smooth and nourish. Apply Sebastian Professional Taming Elixir to the hair, comb through, and diffuse the look for soft, natural texture. Refine the curls with the ghd Soft Curl 1.25 Curling Iron + EIMI Thermal Image heat protection spray and finish with EIMI Stay Firm Hairspray.
#4: Sunburst
Say hello to soft and natural with the perfect amount of shine. Check out this sun-kissed look created by Giada Galassi @giadagalassi and save the formula for your next blonding session.
LIGHTEN
Wella Professionals BlondorPlex Multi Blonde
Welloxon Perfect Developer 6% (20 volume)
TREAT
Wella Professionals WellaPlex No.2 Bond Stabilizer
SHADOW ROOT
Koleston Perfect 7/0 + 6/91
Welloxon Perfect Pastel Developer 1.9% (6 volume)
GLAZE
Color Touch 9/03 + 10/3 + 9/96 + Special Mix 0/00
Color Touch Emulsion 1.9% (6 volume)
CARE + STYLING
Cleanse and protect with Wella Professionals ColorMotion+ Shampoo and Structure+ Mask, an intensive restructuring treatment for colored hair that provides strength, shine and lasting manageability. Complete the service with Wella Professionals Ultimate Repair Miracle Hair Rescue, EIMI Body Crafter Volumizing Spray and EIMI Glam Mist Shine Spray.
#5: Pure Honey
This striking look is the definition of Golden Blonde. Check out the formula created by the talented, Jamie Salgado @_obsessed.hair_ , delivering subtle dimension, with ultimate shine.
LIGHTEN
Wella Professionals BlondorPlex Multi Blonde
Welloxon Perfect Developer 6% (20 volume)
TREAT
Wella Professionals WellaPlex No.2 Bond Stabilizer
ROOT TAP
Color Touch 8/71 + 7/0
Color Touch Emulsion 1.9% (6 volume)
MIDS + ENDS
Color Touch 10/6 + 10/03
Color Touch Emulsion 1.9% (6 volume)
CARE + STYLING
Complete the service with Wella Professionals Color Post Treatment, balance porosity and lock in vibrancy. HOW TO USE: Apply to damp hair, leave on for 3-5 minutes, then rinse thoroughly. Follow with Wella Professionals Ultimate Repair Shampoo and Conditioner to cleanse, repair and hydrate. Prep the hair with Ultimate Repair Protective Leave In Treatment from root to tip, and Sebastian Professional Volupt Spray at the base. Blowdry with the ghd Helios Advanced Professional Hair Dryer, a round brush, and Wella Professionals Oil Reflections Luminous Smoothing Oil for an extra boost of shine.
#6: Buttercream
This effortless color created by @blondeboudouir is the perfect blend of sophisticated, chic. We can’t get enough of the soft, rich tones and quiet luxury shine
FACE FRAME HIGHLIGHTS
Wella Professionals Blondor Multi Blonde
Welloxon Perfect Developer 6% (20 volume)
BALAYAGE
Blondor Freelights
Freelights Developer 12% (40 volume)
TONE - ROOTS
Color Touch 9/0
Color Touch Emulsion 1.9% (6 volume)
TONE - ENDS
Color Touch 10/6 + Special Mix 0/00
Color Touch Emulsion 1.9% (6 volume)
CARE + STYLING
Complete the service with Sebastian Professional Dark Oil Lightweight Shampoo and Conditioner. The ultimate duo to cleanse and hydrate the hair without weighing it down. Apply Wella Professionals Oil Reflections Light Luminous Reflective Oil to the mid-strands and ends, comb through and dry. Finish the look with Sebastian Professional Trilliant Spray and the ghd Platinum+ Styler for a beautiful, polished finish.
#7 Honey Gold
We love this seamless color created by @sarah.heasley.hair and @lara.loves.hair. Balanced dimension with pops of brightness, warmth and deep caramel hues.
COLOR MELT - ROOT
Color Touch 7/97
Color Touch Emulsion 1.9% (6 volume)
COLOR MELT - MIDS + ENDS
Color Touch 9/97 + 10/03
Color Touch Emulsion 1.9% (6 volume)
CARE + STYLING
Cleanse and hydrate with Wella Professionals Ultimate Repair Shampoo and Conditioner. Apply INVIGO Miracle BB Spray from root to tip and EIMI Perfect Me Hair Balm Lotion to the mid-strands and ends. Blowdry and finish the look with Sebastian Professional Trilliant Spray, ghd Platinum+ Styler and Sebastian Professional Dark Oil.
#8 Amber Gloss
Check out this (absolutely) stunning color created by artist @erikairenenash at @stellerhairco. #PROTIP: To achieve an extra boost of shine... add a double gloss to your salon service.
LIGHTEN
Wella Professionals BlondorPlex Multi Blonde
Welloxon Perfect Developer 6% (20 volume)
TREAT
Wella Professionals WellaPlex No.2 Bond Stabilizer
GLOSS #1
Illumina Color 9/ + 9/59 + 9/43 + 0/30
Welloxon Perfect Pastel Developer 1.9% (6 volume)
GLOSS #2
Color Fresh Mask
Golden Gloss + Copper Glow + Pink
CARE + STYLING
Finish the look with Sebastian Professional Drench Shampoo and Conditioner, plus a fresh cut to revitalize the ends and shape. Style by generously layering products from roots to tip while hair is soaking wet. Diffuse to encourage curl formation. Two of our favorites are: Sebastian Professional Mousse Forte and Dark Oil, mixed together to create the perfect amount of curl and shine.
#9 Sauv Blanc
This timeless look created by hair artist, Melissa Gonzalez @luckyaugusthair.co is nothing but perfection. We can't get enough of the blend, the color and the finish. Save this formula for your next salon guest looking for a golden glow.
LIGHTEN
Wella Professionals BlondorPlex Multi Blonde
Welloxon Perfect Developer 6% (20 volume)
TREATMENT #1
Wella Professionals WellaPlex No.2 Bond Stabilizer
TONE
Color Touch 10/03 + 10/0
Color Touch Emulsion 1.9% (6 volume)
TREATMENT #2
Apply Wella Professionals Color Post Treatment to damp hair to lock in color and balance pH. Leave on for 3-5 minutes, then rinse thoroughly.
CARE + STYLING
Follow with Wella Professionals Nutri-Enrich Deep Nourishing Shampoo and Mask. Towel dry the hair and apply Sebastian Professional Potion 9 to the mid-strands and ends. Comb through to evenly distribute. Blowdry with a round brush to create tension and control. Finish the look with Sebastian Professional Shaper Plus Hairspray.
#10: Butter Blonde
Get ready to create one of the most requested summer looks. With it's seamless blend and bright face framing accents, colorist Jaelyn Lauryn @painted.by.jae shares the perfect formula to transition your guest to a beautiful golden blonde.
LIGHTEN
Wella Professionals Blondor Multi Blonde Lightener
Welloxon Perfect Developer 6% (20 volume)
LOWLIGHT
Color Touch 7/97 + 6/73 + 7/0
Color Touch Emulsion 1.9% (6 volume)
TONE
BlondorPlex Permanent Cream Toners /16
Welloxon Perfect Pastel Developer 1.9% (6 volume)
CARE + STYLING
Follow the service with Wella Professionals ColorMotion+ Post Color Treatment, to strengthen hair structure, improve color retention and optimize pH. Cleanse and hydrate with Sebastian Professional Penetraitt Shampoo and Conditioner. Apply Wella Professionals EIMI Flowing Form Anti Frizz Hair Balm root to tip, then blowdry and finish with a soft bend created by the ghd Platinum+ Styler and Sebastian Trilliant Spray.
STAY GOLD
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By: Jaclyn Harwood