5 Tips For Achieving Highlights At Home

by Lucy | Aug 22, 2019 | Tips and Tricks

Getting highlights at home doesn’t have to spell dread. As the experts in home colour, we know that it’s easier than you think to get the desired end result. Although there are several highlight colours to choose from, there’s at least one that is ideal for your current shade. If you’re not completely sure which one that is, we even have an article on that right Once you’ve chosen the colour that will work best, you can get started on a brand new look. Before we get too carried away, we’ve put together some pointers. When it comes to getting those gorgeous highlights from the comfort of your own home, here are a few things to keep in mind. 1. Select a highlights product that you can trust By choosing a pack from a provider that you can depend on, you are more likely to end up happy with the finished effect. At Renew, we’ve worked long and hard to bring our customers a range of hair colour highlights that they can rely on. This means stunning shades that make an impact without compromising your hair or your pocket. 2. Know your base colour It’s no good choosing a shade of light brown if your hair is a dark cappuccino. No highlight will be seen in that instance, so it is wise to know which shade should be chosen to enhance your current base colour. We always suggest at least two shades lighter to create a noticeable contrast associated with highlighting the hair. 3. Have the right tools on hand If you want to get a professional finish, you...

Beat That Summer Frizz With These Tips

by Jonathan Oliff | Dec 18, 2018 | Tips and Tricks, Vibrant Colour

Whether you choose blonde, black, brunette or red hair dye, summer frizz is a major hair problem and something you might need to contend with during summer. As temperatures rise and humidity starts to climb, your hair starts to take a beating. Whilst hair colour trends for 2018 are important, hair care tips are too. It’s why we’ve put together our list of tips for fighting that summertime fuzz. No matter your chosen hair colour ideas, here are the ways that you can avoid that dreaded f-word. For starters, we suggest rinsing with cold water whenever you wash your hair. Not only is this nice and cooling on warmer days but it helps seal the hair cuticle. This will prevent any summer frizz and enhance the shine that we’re all after. If you’re a fan of red hair dye like our Wild Fire Renew Perfect Colour, rinsing your hair with carbonated water (soda water) will also help. This is because red hair has a tendency to give into humidity worse than other shades. The low pH level of the soda water will help beat fuzzy hair. Hooray! Using a conditioner regularly will help you lock in that necessary moisture. Most of the time, hair can get static because it is dry and lacking in the hydration department. By using a conditioner when you shampoo, you can help add extra nourishment that your tresses really need. You can also use an anti-frizz oil to keep the summer frizz at bay. Using one with added protein will also benefit in the strength and shine department. Every pack of Renew hair dye...

Celebrities Rocking Blue-Green Hair Dye

by Jonathan Oliff | Dec 14, 2018 | DIY Hair Colour, Vibrant Colour

When it comes to DIY hair colour, blue-green hair dye has been top of the list for those brave enough to embrace brighter shades. Thanks to our #BoldAsNature campaign and our Ocean Burst colour, we’ve seen more and more South Africans bringing colour to their hair than ever before. So we’re excited to share a few ideas bursting with possibility and vibrancy. Thanks to our favourite names in movies, TV and music, we’ve got more than enough hairspiration to share with our fans. If you’re looking for a few ways that you can make blue-green hair dye your own, here are some trendy hair colour ideas to end the year off with a bang. Green is golden! Gone are the days where green hair meant that you’d spent too long in the pool with blonde locks. Here are our top picks where the grass and hair really are greener on the other side. Kylie JennerShe’s no stranger to the brightest hair out there but we’ve got to say, we love her with green tresses. From pale mint to pistachio and even a dark shade of forest green, Kylie has rocked more than a few variations of green hair. In the look below she makes this hair appear ultra-chic thanks to a straight and sleek finish. Her simple makeup also allows for her hair to claim the spotlight.Image from: instagram.com Nicki MinajYes, we know that Nicki isn’t afraid to shake things up and shock us. Normally, her interesting choices of hair and fashion are to be expected. We love how she’s added a flash of green to her thick blonde...

The A-Z Of Highlight Styles

by Jonathan Oliff | Sep 3, 2018 | Tips and Tricks, Vibrant Colour

However you choose to wear your hair, it will always benefit from highlights. Follow this A-Z definitive guide, for the best highlight styles for your hair. Baby, You Light Up My World The babylights look is achieved by highlighting thin, fine streaks of hair to frame your face and mimic the subtle light colours present in children’s hair. The key to getting this charming 90s classic is to use your highlight kit to very delicately brush on thin segments of hair. This youthful style is perfect for any mid to light hair tones and is incredibly easy to apply and maintain. Renew your childhood days and enhance your beautiful features by achieving this look with Renew Highlights Hair Colour Kit. Throwing back to the good old days Fabulously French Balayage is a French word meaning to paint or sweep. So obviously that’s how you achieve this drop-dead gorgeous highlight style.   Balayage is a freehand highlighting technique that requires no foil. It’s the best way to avoid a harsh contrast. So reach for your blonde Renew Highlight Colour Kit to be a ‘belle fille.’ Brushed on benefits Chunk Out My Hair Chunky highlights are an interesting look to go with. Once prominent in the 90s, this fun highlight style is making its way back into the modern fashion world and boy, we’re excited. This unique method of colour application is not the most common choice, but it’s a look to try if you plan to stand out. Chunky highlights are achieved by dyeing strategically chosen segments of your hair to best suit your look. This lets you create a...