Lived-in and dimensional color
Lived-in color is color that still looks good months later. The root is kept soft and close to your natural shade, the brightness sits where the sun would put it, and nothing grows out into a hard line.
It works for brunettes as much as blondes. A soft brunette with a few lighter ribbons, a deeper root melted into a dimensional blonde, a little brightness around the face: all of these are lived-in color.
Not every refresh needs a full foil. A quick root melt and gloss between blonding appointments is one of Cassie’s favorite ways to keep color looking fresh. It refreshes the tone, softens the grow-out and brings the shine back without putting your hair through a full lightening service every time.
Think of it as a maintenance appointment that keeps your color looking freshly done for longer.
A good fit for
- Brunettes who want dimension without going blonde
- Blondes who want more time between lightening sessions
- Color that has gone brassy or dull and needs a new tone
- Busy schedules that cannot fit a salon visit every few weeks
Recent work
Soft brunette moment 
Dimension with a deeper root 
Root melt and gloss 
Lived-in blonde
Questions about lived-in color
What does "lived-in color" mean?
It is a way of coloring hair so the grow-out is part of the plan. The root stays soft and natural, and the lighter pieces are blended so there is no obvious line as your hair grows.
What is a root melt and gloss?
A root melt blends your natural root into the lighter lengths so the two meet softly. A gloss is a gentle color that refreshes the tone and adds shine. Together they freshen up existing color without re-lightening it.
Can I get dimension without a lot of upkeep?
Yes. That is the point of lived-in color. Tell Cassie how often you realistically want to be in the salon and she will plan the placement around that.
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