The 'Scandi' hair colour the royals are loving 💁♀️
She’s not one to steal the limelight in an obvious way; however, Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, has quietly become one of the most stylish senior royals. And it’s not just her enviable sartorial choices – her hair has also achieved ‘most asked for’ status in hairdressers’ worldwide.
Her look is usually classic, understated and consistently elegant, but the Duchess recently pushed the boundaries with a TikTok-inspired hair colour. Photographed recently at a London community hub visit, Sophie’s hairline looked notably lighter and fresher, much like the Scandi highlighting technique (or lift-lights) doing the rounds on TikTok.
The Scandinavian subtlety of this hair trend sits well with Sophie’s style ethos. So, if you’re looking for a similar colour refresh, this clever technique, where baby hairs around the forehead are purposefully lightened to appear sunkissed, will elevate your hair in moments.
How is Scandi highlighting done?
Your hairdresser will use a fine comb to lift the soft, tiny baby hairs around your forehead, then colour them with bleach one to two shades lighter than your natural hair colour. As these hairs are so fine, it won’t take too long to develop.
What are the benefits of Scandi highlighting?
It freshens up and adds a natural dimension to your hair, while maintaining your hair’s condition. This instant pop of colour creates a ‘halo’ of brightness around your face, which is instantly flattering.
Will the Scandi hairline technique work on darker hair?
The result will be more subtle and less dynamic than a bright blonde hairline but, yes, it is possible. It can be used as a base to blend regrowth (perfect for grey hairs) or as a pre-lightener on brunette hair, then toned to your desired shade.
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