Foiling Density and Affects

Dimensional hair color applications allow for a good deal of creativity, depending on theway subsections are taken and the weaving and/or slicing techniques that are used.

Subsectioning

Using the tip of a metal tail comb,

take a subsection by parting across the section. The density of the hair and the desired effect should be considered when determining the bulk of the subsection, usually from 1/8" to 1/2" wide. Depending on the particular technique and desired effect,subsections may be taken

diagonally, vertically or horizontally. When a subsection is too wide to maintain even tension across it, divide the subsection in half down

the middle before applying product.

Weaving

The weaving technique can create a subtle, natural effect. It is almost always used along the hairline, the natural part and the point of

distribution. Brace your little finger against the

guest’s scalp for stability. Apply tension to the subsection and use the end of a metal tail comb to weave in and out along the surfaceof the subsection at the scalp.

Weaving Effects:

· Fine effect is achieved with 10 to 12 weaves per subsection

· Medium effect is achieved with 6 to 8 weaves per subsection

· Strong effect is achieved with 2 to 3 weaves per subsection

‼️tip: When moving on to a new subsection, “brickwork” the highlights to avoid “striping.”

Make sure the newsubsection’s highlights fall in between those of the previous subsection

Density

The number of foils taken in each section will determine the desired outcome.

Light density: 30% or less of the hair in each section is highlighted in foil and partings are 1/2" apart.

Medium density: 50% of the hair ineach section is highlighted in foil and partings are 1/4" to 1/2" apart.

Heavy density: 70% of the hair in each section is highlighted in foil and partings are 1/8" to 1/4" apart.

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Foiling Density & Effect