How To Put Chunky Highlights In Your Hair
I always recommend doing highlights in a hair salon when possible but if youd like to hear some tips on how to do it at home and keeping it manageable I would first recommend avoiding the root area of your hair.
How to put chunky highlights in your hair. A chunky highlight can be done in either a sun kiss natural way which you might see on a blond. Dry the hair thoroughly with a dryer. Start by sectioning out where you want to place your highlights.
Mix the dye according to the instructions given on the highlighting kit. If you are looking to get chunky highlights and the ones on the box are thin ones you simply need to apply the formula in larger sections to achieve the look you want. If you want it to frame the face part your hair down the middle and section out the front pieces.
Put on your highlighting cap and rubber gloves. I only did a few chunks in my hair to give you. Do not wash your hair less than 24 hours before you plan to apply your highlights.
Once you wash your hair do not apply the conditioner. By doing this you scalp is protected from the strong chemicals by the natural oils in your hair. The clean hair can absorb the color better that gives a better final result.
Start pulling thin sections of hair through the holes on your cap with the help of the hook. For more help see Hair Sectioning. Wash your hair thoroughly with a good clarifying shampoo in case there is any hair build up.
STEP 2Apply your bleach to the thick chunky sections of your choice. Start with well brushed dry Hair. Anything chunky at the root can go wrong by looking blotchy or squared.