Modern multi-layer staining has long supplanted the monochromatic classics. They are more varied, but they look more interesting and lively. Today we want to share with you fashionable ideas for highlighting dark hair in 2021!
1.Highlighting on long dark hair
Several contrasting strands on long hair perfectly refresh the look and haircut. This is a great option if you want variety, but you don't want to completely paint or don't dare.
2. Hidden highlighting
A very interesting technique when only individual thin strands are painted on top. In this case, it is enough to set off the parting on the other side or to collect the hair correctly, and the highlighting will not be visible at all. Suitable for those who like to change images to suit their mood.
3. Highlighting in several colors
In 2021, fashion allows you to put on all the best at once, and this applies even to trendy dyeing. This technique is difficult to perform, but the result is surprisingly good. Several similar shades are combined on one base.
4. Contrast highlighting
Previously, bleached, almost white strands on dark hair were already popular. But then the quality of the paint and the available techniques did not yet allow it to be done really neatly. But in 2021, this is no longer a problem!
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5. Venetian highlights
This is the name of a technique originally created for the dark hair of sultry Italians. Strands are dyed along their entire length, but they can be of different thicknesses. A close shade is necessarily used.
6. Highlights on short dark hair
Thus, you can add visual volume to short haircuts. This is usually a subtle partial coloration of small strands. By the way, highlighting grows back smoothly and imperceptibly.
7. Strands near the face
It happens that I really want to try a new color, but with dyeing dark hair, everything is not so simple. One way or another, they will have to be lightened, and it will be a shame if in the end you don't like the color. But there is a solution, and this is the streaked strands of the face. This technique is sometimes referred to as contouring.
8. Zone highlighting
In classic highlighting, the strands are brightened relatively evenly, and in the case of zonal highlights, these are point accents. The technique looks more natural and safer.
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9. Wide stripes
The name perfectly describes the essence of this technique. Unlike most other types, not small thin strands are taken here, but whole wide stripes. It is a wonderful choice for medium length haircuts.
10. Natural highlights
To achieve the lightest and most natural effect, small strands and a shade of paint close to the native color are taken. This is a great option for light brown hair to make it livelier and more interesting.
11. Color highlights
Previously, extreme color dyes were the lot of informals, but in 2021 this is a real trend on Instagram and Tik Tok. Moreover, now there are so many dyes that are different in their essence and principle of action, and the palettes seem to be limitless. Purple, red, blue and green go well with dark hair.
12. Salt and pepper
This is the original name for highlighting with gray strands on black hair. But it is important that such coloring is done by a professional, otherwise the risk of ruining the hair is too high or, at best, to get the effect of gray hair.
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13. Highlights with bangs
In 2021, when bangs of all shapes and lengths are in fashion again, highlighting is done even on them. Contrasting feathers look especially good on elongated, beveled bangs.
14. Highlights on curly dark hair
If you are a lucky owner of curly curls, lightening some of them will give you just a fabulous play of light in the sun. Especially this procedure becomes popular in the summer along with marine styling.
15. Pastel highlights
In 2021, delicate pastel shades continue to be at the peak of popularity. With dark hair, they are wonderfully combined due to contrast. But in this case, the technique and quality of work is even more important than with ordinary bright colors.
Highlights on dark hair - photo
In order for highlighting on dark hair to look really neat and stylish, you need to select techniques individually. You need to take into account your color type, natural hair pigment and their structure. And to make it easier for you to navigate in all the variety of options, we have prepared a large photo gallery!
