19. Scandinavian Platinum Slate
Overview
A clean, minimalist style featuring an ultra-pale Nordic platinum blonde tinted with sheer slate-blue.
What This Idea Means
This color takes pristine Scandinavian blonde and gives it a modern edge. The blue-grey tint is subtle, reading as platinum in bright sunlight and cool slate under indoor light.
How to Achieve It
- Bleaching: Lift hair to an absolute, even Level 10+ (inside-of-a-banana-peel blonde).
- Toning: Formulate with pure titanium toner, clear base, and a single drop of midnight blue direct dye per 60g of toner.
- Timing: Process quickly for 5 to 10 minutes at the shampoo bowl.
Tips & Creative Variations
- Crisp Perimeter: Cut into a blunt, one-length bob to highlight the sleek color.
- Toning Care: Use a dedicated silver-blue toning foam once per week to prevent warm fade.