The Brunette Swirl Technique

Featuring Joico Artistic Educator, Mai Hernandez

Looking for a brunette formula that adds some pizazz without high-maintenance touchups? Joico Artistic Educator, Mai Hernandez, has you covered with this rich, dimensional look that mingles the subtlest melty tones with depth of color. The result? Easy, crazy-fast, and stunning! “My inspo for this look was to combine different tonalities of browns,” says Mai. “I wanted to accomplish something soft and dimensional, bringing my client’s hair back to life!”

brunette swirl technique, client being colored in salon

This look is perfect for…

Clients with compromised or fine hair; as well as clients looking for low-maintenance color and soft dimension.

“This is a great way to work behind the chair quickly, while being creative and versatile. The technique can truly transform someone’s hair.” – Mai Hernandez

Mai’s color notes…

The goal here is to create a super-natural, minimalist look that offers a change but without much upkeep.

There’s no learning curve on this one: “Anyone can do it,” says Mai, who explains that the key is simply applying color as a melt and making sure both tones in the formula support each other.

Choose the right tone/shade to bring out your client’s features.

Be light-handed with your application so everything looks feathered, without harsh lines.

Saturate hair fully and use mesh to keep colors from touching. (Pro trick: Mai likes to clean her hands after every subsection.)

The Formula…

Lowlight Formula: LumiShine Demi-Permanent Creme 6NA Natural Ash + 4NW Natural Warm + 5 Volume LumiShine Developer

Dimensional Formula: LumiShine Demi-Permanent Creme 7NW Natural Warm + 6N Natural + ½ 5 Volume LumiShine Developer + ½ 10 Volume LumiShine Developer