When you’re getting creative with colour, it’s vital to take lighting into account, says Lloyd Court, Creative Director and Co-Owner of seanhanna salons, Wimbledon. “Getting the right lighting in-salon is so important as it really helps the clients to see exactly what they are getting, and also helps the hairdresser to analyse the hair colour effectively,” he explains.
Lloyd’s top tips for lighting
- When working with colour, try to find a space with as much natural light as possible. This will give the truest reflection of the colour you are creating, without making it look cooler or warmer than it actually is.
- If you’re looking at hair colour in the natural light it’s going to appear a lot warmer than if you’re looking at it in a blue light, in a bathroom for example, so it’s worth educating your clients on the effects of different types of light. Then they won’t wonder why their new shade looks cooler when they look in a mirror at home.
- If your salon or workspace doesn’t offer a natural light source, a good alternative is soft strip lighting. This type of lighting will offer an even illumination across the hair that is neither too warm nor too cool.
- The effects of light vary depending on the shade you are working with. Blondes, for example, tend to vary in tone more dramatically than other shades depending on the light source. However, brunettes and redheads can also appear very different under different lights. For example, if you are using a spotlight, every single red/copper client you do will look like they have root glow.
Find out more about Lloyd Court:
Instagram: @lloydcourthair
Lloyd is the creative director and co-owner of the seanhanna salons in Wimbledon. He has won awards for his creative colouring and is perfectly placed for quotes on colour techniques, trends and business.
Find out more about Lloyd Court:
Instagram: @lloydcourthair
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