EP 110: Myth Buster! Do you need to Bleach before Colouring Hair Red or Copper?

Wondering if you need to pre-lighten or bleach hair before colouring light or bright reds and coppers? In this episode, we answer that question.  Many so-called “Hair Colour Gurus” will tell you to bleach before vibrant reds. Let’s bust this myth! This is simply not true! Unless you’re working on hair with a buildup of colour you will NOT need to always bleach before colouring hair red or copper in the salon. Pre-lightening principles are the same as blondes, brunettes, reds and coppers. It’s no necessity to pre-lighten if you’re working with virgin uncoloured hair. However, if you’re needing to remove dye buildup or achieve 4 or more levels of lift on natural or coloured hair you will need to pre-lighten before colouring red or copper (just like when lightening to bronde, caramel, blonde). It’s the same hair colour principle. - - - - - - - - - - Want to learn more? Here are a few ways I can help you: Full show notes and learning resource links can be found at https://www.kristinarussell.com.au/110 FREE EBOOK - Download the Ultimate Guide for Hair Painting Redheads https://kristinarussell.com.au/hair-painting-for-redheads-ebook/ DM KRISTINA ON INSTAGRAM - let's chat! https://www.instagram.com/colourkristina

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The Colour Kristina Talks Podcast for Hairdressers shares practical hair industry advice for stylists and salon owners wanting to grow their confidence with all things colour, consultation, personal branding, creating a niche clientele, social media and biz tips, plus how to stay inspired and more. This show is dedicated to showing you how to scale your salon business and paint every hair colour request with artistic finesse. Hosted by award-winning Hair Colourist and Educator Kristina Russell. Colour Kristina Talks is a hybrid-style podcast with a curated mix of colourful solo episodes that share the host's personal approach to haircolour and salon business practices that are proven methods for success, alternating with inspiring interviews with leading hairstylists, salon owners, wellness coaches, and business experts that passionately share advice to help you grow your professional edge. There’s an extensive list of titles to search through and find topics that resonate with you. In fact, you could consider this your very own personal resource library to refer back to past episodes as needed. Enjoy the colourful conversations that are shared in weekly episodes. Make sure you subscribe or follow the Colour Kristina Talks Podcast to be notified whenever a new podcast goes live.