THE NEW PRO WAY TO COVER

French BlendingTM

Don't cover greys, blend them.
Multidimensional color.
Graceful grow-out.

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FRENCH BLENDINGTM

First Blending service.

For clients experiencing their first greys.

This service offers a natural camouflaged look, without full coverage, ensuring softer regrowth.
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*: Instrumental test
**: Instrumental test on natural hair
***: Instrumental test on bleached hair

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Your French Blending™ services to blend your greys gracefully.

French Blending™ services carousel: First Blending service / Retouch Blending service / Total Blending service
Pre-step:

Metal Detox Pre-Treatment Spray

Neutralizes metal inside the fiber and protects it before color, balayage or lightening services.​
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Treatment Step 1:

Dia color & Developer

Demi permanent gloss color.
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Treatment Step 2:

Dia Light & Developer

No Ammonia Gloss, tone & refresh color. 
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Post-treatment Step 1:

Metal Detox Shampoo

Anti-metal cleansing cream shampoo.
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Post-treatment Step 2:

Metal Detox Mask

Professional mask for all hair types.
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Post-treatment Step 3:

Metal Detox Cream

Anti-metal high protection cream.
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First Blending service.

Frequently asked questions.

What is French Blending™?
It's a trademarked L'Oréal Professionnel service that pairs innovative, unique color formulas with the new Vertical Weaving Technique to blend greys, instead of covering them.

How is French Blending™ different from full grey coverage?
It's a custom service pairing unique color formulas with innovative application techniques for more natural, multidimensional grey blending, rather than full grey coverage.

Who is French Blending™ for?
For anyone seeking a natural, modern, low-maintenance approach to greys. For clients who prefer enhancing their natural tones rather than masking them.

What are the three French Blending™ services available in salon?
  1. First Blending: For clients experiencing their first greys. Soft contrast, lowlights to add depth, blending grey clusters naturally.
  2. Retouch Blending: To maintain a blended look over time. Softens the grey bar, adds lighter and dimensional tones.
  3. Total Blending: For clients wanting an overall, full-head blended effect. A combination of balayage and color for a naturally diffused finish.

What products are used for French Blending™?
The service relies on the entire L'Oréal Professionnel color portfolio, allowing colorists to combine reflects, depth, and lightness with precision for a fully customized result.

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