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Calling all hair colour experts - could I do this?

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Paolosgirl · 08/05/2009 15:38

Currently have a base colour (dark blonde) to cover all the grey, then lighter blonde highlights - but can't afford to get this done again right now.

Could I use the new Perfect10 from Clairol in a dark blonde as a base, and then in a couple of days put a bit a lighter blond through? It's got one of these comb dispenser thingies, so am thinking I could perhaps imitate highlights this way?

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YanknCock · 08/05/2009 15:43

I wouldn't do highlights with the giant comb applicator they have in those things. Why not get one of the kits where you do the highlights at the same time? They come with a special small wand, and then you only need one box. Can't remember the brand I've used, think it's L'oreal? Help someone?

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Paolosgirl · 08/05/2009 15:56

I've tried that, but found it hard to use the wand - couldn't see the back, and I have long thick layered hair, so it was hard to put it where I needed it iykwim?

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YanknCock · 08/05/2009 16:59

Hmmmm....same with me, long and layered. But honestly, with the big applicator comb I think you'd end up with big stripes rather than highlights! Could you get someone to do the highlights for you? I had my friend do it once. And rule I learned with those kits was, less is more. When I first used them, I put in too many and it just looked too stripey.

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whoingodsnameami · 08/05/2009 17:08

Forget the wands and brushes, apply the highlighter with your fingers, much much easier, but wear gloves.

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Paolosgirl · 08/05/2009 19:43

Thanks for the advice here...

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