This blunt one-length bob, with its shimmering blend of blonde tones, was created by Skaiste Buinicke at Brooks & Brooks, London, winning her Snapshot Image of the Year 2025 at the Fellowship for British Hairdressing Awards. It’s a look that creates an impact from every angle. Here’s how to get the look…
Step 1: Precision Cutting
Begin with a strong, blunt one-length bob to create a strong foundation for your colour application.
Step 2: Create the Crown Blend
Take a diamond-shaped section at the crown and apply a rich blend using L’Oréal Professionnel Dialight 20g of 4 + 10g of 5.8 + 5g of 5.07 Mix with 6 vol developer for a soft, delicately enhanced finish.
Step 3: Lighten the Underlayer
Pre-lighten the under sections using Blond Studio 9 and 20 vol for brightness and contrast.
Step 4: Tone for Gloss
Tone the lightened hair with a captivating mix of 20g of 10.12 + 10g of 10.2, with 9 vol developer for a perfectly glossy finish
Step 5: Simple Styling
Blow-dry smooth and finish with irons for a glossy finish.
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