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82 | BEAUTY LAUNCHPAD | MAY 2017 The Opal Melt from Matrix's 2017 Holographic Color Melt collection is a holographic interpretation of the sky's changing colors, combining azure, rose, gold and emerald for a gem-like fi nish. Another Dimension One of the hottest techniques right now is holographic color melting. It's popular with clients because the soft gradation effect can be used on any hair color and avoids creating harsh lines, giving it a more natural appearance. A fun take on this popular trend is the mermaid color melt from the Matrix (@matrix) spring/summer 2017 Holographic Color Melt collection, created by artistic directors Chrystofer Benson, Danielle Keasling, Mila Belova and Dan Csicsai, along with the stylists they mentored: Francis Bouchard, Vitaliy Pimenov, Dennis Rombout and Victoria Yeremchuk. "For commercial adaptation, keep the tones and levels closer together," advises Benson, who points out that the looks from the collection can be customized for any salon client depending on their desired palette. "For progressive or avant-garde looks, explore disconnection, asymmetry and color levels that are further apart." Read on to learn more about these unique techniques that combine all the fun colors of the rainbow and are guaranteed to take your color game to another dimension. Stunning Siren Known as the Mermaid Melt, this look fades from a natural shadow root into a rosy violet, pool-toned blue and sparkling silver for a magical effect. "Denim blue hair color has been a hot topic lately," says Matrix (@matrixusa) artistic director Danielle Keasling. "I love the dimension and refl ection to it." Follow the steps below in order to achieve this stunning siren-worthy color. 1 Divide the hair into quadrants. Secure. Lightener Formula: 2 scoops Light Master and 2 oz. 30 Volume Matrix Cream Developer and BOND Ultim8 Step 1 Amplifi er 2 Pre-lighten Sections 1, 2, 3 and 4: Using a variation from ½ -1 inch away from the new growth, apply lightener formula to the mid-lengths and the ends. Feather the lightener formula toward the new growth to soften any harsh lines. Process for up to 50 minutes. Rinse well. 3 Divide the head into three sections: horseshoe-shaped along the parietal ridge, starting at the recession areas and ending at the top/crown; a section below the fi rst defi ned by a part at the occipital; and a third at the nape. 4 Divide the top section into six triangles and repeat in the nape, leaving out a subsection at the hairline. MATRIX COLOR SYNC FORMULAS A: 5VV B: Watercolors Berry Violet C: Watercolors Sapphire Blue D: (1:1) Watercolors Sapphire Blue + Clear E: 10P • All mixed with equal parts 10 Volume Matrix Cream Developer. Melt Formula: • Apply formulas to each area as shown in the chart below. Use foils to separate. Process for up to 20 minutes. Rinse thoroughly. AREA 1 A: 5VV B: Berry Violet C: Sapphire Blue D: (1:1) Sapphire Blue + Clear AREA 2 A: 5VV C: Sapphire Blue E: 10P AREA 3 A: 5VV B: Berry Violet C: Sapphire Blue E: 10P • Rinse. Apply Bond Ultim8 Step 1. Process for 10 minutes. Rinse, clean and condition with Total Results Mega Sleek Shampoo and Conditioner. COURTESY OF MATRIX Experiment with these innovative color techniques to give your clients a multidimensional look. CREATIVE COLORS