What is hair contouring?

When we think of contouring, we often picture makeup techniques that sculpt and enhance our facial features. But did you know that you can also contour your hair with hair color to achieve a flattering personalized look? Hair contouring is an innovative way to accentuate your best features and bring out your natural beauty. 

Hair contouring is a coloring technique that uses strategically placed highlights and/or lowlights to enhance the shape of your face, emphasize your eyes, and create dimension to your hair. 

Similar to makeup contouring, which uses shadows and highlights to define and shape the face, hair contouring involves using different shades of hair color to achieve a multi-dimensional effect. This technique can be tailored to your unique face shape and features, making it a highly unique outcome.

Things to consider when achieving your perfect hair contoured-look:

Choose a Professional: Hair contouring is a specialized technique that requires the expertise of a professional hairstylist. We understand the intricacies of this method at ash salon. 

Consider Your Face Shape: Different face shapes benefit from different contouring techniques. For example, round faces may benefit from lighter highlights around the cheeks to create the illusion of more defined cheekbones, while heart-shaped faces might focus on balancing forehead and chin areas.

Think About Your Lifestyle: When selecting hair contouring shades, consider your lifestyle and how much maintenance you're willing to commit to. Some techniques require more frequent touch-ups than others.

Gradual Transition: If you're new to hair contouring, consider starting with a subtle, natural look before experimenting with more dramatic color combinations.

Proper Aftercare: Invest in quality hair care products to maintain the vibrancy and health of your colored hair. Use color-safe shampoos and conditioners to prevent fading. Want more on the best products for color treated hair? We’ve got you covered here.