How to Apply Highlights: Variations Based on Panel and Slicing Techniques

There are various methods for applying highlights, and the way you take panels and slices can greatly affect the final result. Here, we introduce some of the most common variations.

 

1. Classic Highlights

 

 Panel Technique

- Wide Panels: Take panels with a consistent width from the roots to the ends.

 

Slice Technique

- Fine Slices: Take multiple fine slices to create a natural sense of dimension throughout the hair. 

 

Benefits: Provides a natural finish that suits any hairstyle.

 

2. Baby Highlights

 

 Panel Technique

- Narrow Panels: Take small, precise panels around the face and the top sections.

 

Slice Technique

- Extremely Fine Slices: Take very fine slices to create subtle and natural highlights. 

 

Benefits: Soft and natural highlights give a youthful appearance.

 

 

3. Veil Highlights

 

Panel Technique

- Wide Panels: Take wide panels from the top section of the hair. 

 

 Slice Technique

- Thin Slices: Take thin slices to apply light highlights on the surface. 

 

Benefits: Creates a natural finish that glistens in natural light. 

 

 

4. Chunky Highlights

 

Panel Technique

- Thick Panels: Take large sections to create noticeable highlights

 

Slice Technique

- Thick Slices: Take bold, slices to emphasize contrast.

 

Benefits: A bold and modern style that highlights individuality.

 

 

5. Dimensional Highlights

 

Panel Technique: 

- Intersecting Panels: Take panels from different angles to add dimension.

 

 Slice Technique:

- Varied Thickness Slices: Alternate between fine and thick slices to add movement.

 

Benefits: Combining multiple tones creates depth and volume in the hair. 

 

 

6. Balayage

 

 Panel Technique

- Random Panels: Take panels randomly to achieve a natural finish. 

 

Slice Technique

- Freehand Slices: Apply color freely by hand to create a natural gradient.

 

Benefits: Low maintenance with a natural look. 

 

 

7. Inner Highlights

 

Panel Technique

- Inner Panels: Take only the inner sections of the hair to create hidden highlights. 

 

Slice Technique

-Thick Slices: Take thicker slices to add bold color to the inner layers.  

 

Benefits: Enjoy a discreet design, that becomes more noticeable and bold when the hair is styled up.  

 

Conclusion

 

The way you apply highlights can produce various results depending on how you take the panels and slices. Choose the best method according to the client’s preferences and hair type. Utilize these techniques to create beautiful highlights.