I barely leave comments - but when I tell you I just tried this and my hair looks A1 I MEAN IT! I’ve tried doing this with different tools but the knife works. I’m shaken to the core! THANK YOU!!! This is a miracle. I will say, I have light hair by nature so my hair takes to highlights perfectly and easily. I am just shocked.
sorry to be so offtopic but does any of you know of a way to get back into an instagram account? I somehow forgot my account password. I love any tricks you can give me!
@@diamondsglitznglam it may turn orange the darkee the hair more orange u will get , takes multiple times and toning to lighten it up on dark hair....spacing it out of course!!
Nothing annoys me more than when stylists cop that superior attitude towards DIY hair applications and start judging when you're sitting in their chair. I've been getting highlights for years and although some stylists do a nice job, I've also ended up with a big mess that I hated from stylists who just aren't that talented or careful. Once you get the hang of applying your own highlights, it's not rocket science and if you're careful it takes a lot to mess it up. Lou has beautiful hair and this application is saving her hours in a salon as well as about $100 or more in cash. Nice job.... it's a quick, easy application plus the bleach you're using is probably much safer for your scalp!
I am a hairstylist and this works well!! If stylists comment negatively it is because it works. As a stylist, alot of us do our own hair, but it is still difficult!! This was simple and it works!!
I was a Cosmetologist before I became paralyzed and my mom did her own highlights. Do what works for you! I love you, your wit and ingenuity. Never ever change. xoxo
Thanks Lou!! I’ve never highlighted my hair by myself and after watching you, I’m going to give it a go. My husband has been cutting my hair for years. Nothing fancy. A trim straight across the bottom which he was happy to do and I trusted him. I decided I wanted something a bit more layered and so I went to a hairdresser yesterday which was really nice. I haven’t been feeling well for quite some time and it’s amazing what a haircut can do for you. I’ve been colouring my own hair for years because it’s so expensive to have it done. But I’ve been letting my natural colour come in to see what it looks like and I’ve decided I haven’t come to terms with my grey hair lol. I usually colour all of my hair because I haven’t got the patience to section it. We’ll see what happens when I dye it today! Thanks for sharing 🤩
I am on board. It's been six months since my last appt at the salon and I am so ready. Thanks, Lou. I think I can do this! I am 73 and you're never too old to try something new, right?
I agree. I'm also 73yo and it's probably a year since I've been to a salon. I cut my own hair (did a course at nightschool many years ago) and, thanks to Lou I also now always highlight my own hair. It turns out fabulously - people always think I've been to a salon. Thank you Lou! ❤❤❤
You gave me the confidence to highlight my own hair a number of months ago. I was quite apprehensive as I'd never highlighted my own hair before. It turned out fabulously and I regularly highlight my hair now! Thank you so much!!!!!! 💓 ps: The knife method for my roots works perfectly too. So grateful to you‼️ ❤❤❤
I have been highlighting my own hair for years with OTC highlighting kits. I have really short hair and still it takes a couple hours or more to use the kit per cap and recommendations. When I ran across this video, I thought there’s no way it could be that easy. AND YET!!! Here I am just with highlighted roots that look so much better than with the cap. They’re more subtle. More natural. And it was so stinking easy! I may be seven years late on this video but that’s ok because Now I’ve seen the Light!!! Thanks so much!!
Here goes the 'hair stylists' ready to attack. I swear they go on every vlog and try to shame everyone who does their own hair. You did a great job! Just because they have a cosmetology license, doesn't mean they're good at what they do. I've had so many stylists damage my hair before, after paying hundreds of dollars. Many times I've done a much better job than they did. And, without the damage and the crazy prices they charge.
HEY! Not all of us! Lol! There are those that do... I agree, some don’t know what they are doing... but there are always places where we all have strengths and weaknesses and just because you are trained for something, doesn’t mean you are skilled at it. My greatest strength with hair is actually the thing I had least training in... and that is braiding... I am good with color, quite good, but I still get stumped sometimes... we are also trained that henna is the worst, but I disagree... it is harder to control... but it gives the best red color...
Same here, I paid $80 to get a half head of highlights. They pulled my hair so hard half of it fell out a week later and they did NO highlights around my face or ontop so it’s like I literally did not change. That wasn’t my only bad experience. So disappointing. I have lost my faith in hairdressers and will be dying my own hair from now on.
Yep agree!! I had a person do my hair and I came home in tears that they had fucked up my hair so bad I had to redo it when i got home before my date was to pick me up for homecoming (years ago). And I spent a lot of money for nothing. Even the makeup she did had me looking like a hooker. “No offense to anyone”. If you have something that works for you then YOU DO IT! Who cares what “Licensed people” think or say!! Just be you
Just found your videos. This is awesome!!! I am starting to grow out my grays and bought a highlight kit but haven’t tried it yet. Just to blend the line between my old coloring and newer grays. Now I have a plan! Thank you! And you are hilarious in such a calm way!
FYI, I’ve been doing my own highlights for decades... a box and a cap. I’ve had multiple hair dressers ask who did my highlights. When I tell them I did, they always make the super surprised face, and tell me what a good job I did. Yep... Saved thousands through the years.
I just want to say Lou,I’m a hairdresser too & I commend you for your superb idea of applying root touch up/highlights with a knife! It’s brilliant & ur great! I’ve been a hairdresser for 20yrs but unfortunately had to give up due to chronic pain. So you, my lovely Lou have helped me a great deal with ur fabulous idea of using a knife! I am stuck in the house with chronic pain anayway but now lockdown aswell. So I’m DEF going to use your brilliant idea of a knife to do my root touch up.Good on you Lou 4 helping others,I love to help others too.😀👍😘Just ignore all the ‘nasty pasties’....they’re just jealous they never thought of it!😂 Keep ‘being you’ & a huge heartfelt thanks for helping me when I’m stuck housebound & cant get to the salon. I’m soooo grateful! Luv & hugs Faye 😘👍😆Xxxxx
Hi Faye.....I suffer chronic pain too, amongst many other things. Being in lockdown is just normal for me, as it probably is for you too. It's even more stressful though, with all the potential virus on things. It would be good to hear how your highlights went. Am thinking of doing this too. I used to highlight my hair for years, using a cap, but as my health continued to deteriorate, it just got harder and more painful, until I couldn't do it any more. I usually have a home hairdresser do highlights every 7 weeks or so, and so am now getting fed up with my roots dominating my head! Lol Keep safe From Jan, in Scotland, uk ☺
GORGEOUS!!! Stylists are like fright night. I’m so over paying to have sloppy results with destroyed hair. I’d love to see your foil tutorial also. Thanks for sharing doll!!
I remember watching this video 5 years ago before I was a hairstylist and now I am back, watching it as a hairstylist and although I know the right way to do it, somehow this just looks so good and works well for you so that's all that matters!
Lou, I just really want to tell you how much I love your videos and how much they have meant to me. I have suffered from debilitating depression for most of my adult life. These past 2 years I've done pretty well in the fight against my depression. I use to go to the gym 5 days a week to lift weights and I was taking very good care of myself. But on February 8th I turned 47. I have no idea why this set me back, but I have been truly suffering emotionally since. I can't work because it has me almost emotionally crippled. I discovered your videos and you have given me some much needed comic relief. I am in awe at not only your beauty on the outside, but also what a beautiful person you are on the inside. You make me and my husband laugh every day! Thank you! It especially touched my heart to hear that you suffer from depression yourself and that you had some sadness in your past. You know, I once heard that there is pain in laughter. That often the funniest people are the saddest. You obviously are not sad all of the time, but I do love that you are so honest and relatable. Thank you again. Your videos have brought some joy into my life.
Amy i definitely understand.I'm turning 48 this year.You sound like you are amazing person for opening up about your struggles.Depression is such a thief of our time.Remember you've got this! I also enjoy her videos.They are a bright side to some of the toughest days!Many blessings
@@lucylinn8915 Thank you so very much! You have no idea how much your comment touched my heart. It's so nice to know that women can lift each other up in a world where people don't think twice before saying hurtful things to each other. Keep you're chin up! You have a beautiful ❤️
I truly hope you're in a happier place these days mentally Amy today...we all deserve to feel secure & happy..I too have gone through many years of anxiety/ bipolar and I well & truly u understand how you're feeling..if you ever need a listening ear I' m a good listener..I.wish you a happy life 😊😊👍👍xxx hugs from the UK ..love Sophie xx
So glad I just found your channel! Was getting ready to use Feria box platinum bleach kit and didn't want to put it all over my hair but only try and do some highlights. That search on TH-cam led me to this video. You are amazing and love your sense of humor! Take care! ❤
I always color or highlight my hair, I am going to try 'the knife' method! I sometimes cut my hair using my curling iron as a guide--unplugged... I put the hair in and pull to where I want the length, then cut along that edge.... just like when I'm going to curl it... if that makes sense... well it works for me!!
I have seen other videos using a knife and they always look GREAT! Hairdressers want your money & they don’t even want us coloring our own hair. I don’t have an extra $80 to spend on highlights. ❤
This is how I first found you a looong time ago and you were probably my third person I subscribed to. I have sooo enjoyed all of your videos since....and I am subscribed to your new decorating/ staging blog as well. I like that “you” are just “you”...Some of your comments have me burst out with a loud laugh....Thank you for all of the “Great” info that you pass along to us :))
I’m a hairdresser and have worked in LA , Las Vegas and now Tampa Florida and I’ve seen a lot of different things, but you know what you gotta do what works for ya, just because we’re hairdressers doesn’t mean we’re perfect either, and every hairdresser before they did hair, used boxed color at least once in their life prior to being licensed , so even if or when I have a client that used it at home or did things at home if it didn’t turn out right I’d never criticize because I’ve been there when I was younger as well. We’re in the profession to help and make sure the client is happy and the hair is healthy and beautiful. Not to criticize.
Did this with a wide toothed comb 40 years ago on my medium blonde hair, just using a bottled color and squeezing out the color onto the comb intermittently with a bigger "squeeze" at the tip and less down the twines (so more of the color came off closure to the roots). This is better as it's more precise. Later when my hair got too dark to do it this way, I just took random pieces (and if I could see where I highlighted it before I'd try and grab that piece just as you do) and I'd use a brand new mascara wand and put on the color. You mentioned that you don't usually do other parts and fold over the hair cuz you don't want to mess it up, but I would just let the color get dried a bit and the put a piece of foil (no folding, etc.) and just lay it on top of the foil when I pulled it over. Once the color really gets more dry, it's can't transfer much.
I love how she was basically like "this time worked!" while sometimes it doesn't...as does all DIY hair. This is one of my favorite chan chans. Love you Lou!
I love the technique! I have been coloring my own hair since I was about 15. I'm now 70! I have had several or at least a few unhappy salon coloring experiences and more than several unhappy haircuts from salons so I pretty much done my own hair for the last 20 years except twice and once was for my son's wedding which turned out nice- but expensive and that hair stylist was in Louisiana.. I'm in Colorado-but when I'm in the mood I enjoy cutting my own hair. I recently had a spot of scalp cancer and have been holding off doing my highlights until the skin healed. I'm not going to go all the way to my roots but I would still like some highlights. My hair grew out in a very dark brown and gray and light brown and maybe an ombre would work but I still want highlights at least in the front. Is that called the money part money look whatever I wanted to say that I love your sense of humor and I'm checking out all of your videos! So glad you don't pay attention to the trolls!
Thank you for this! I used your blunt knife technique today and it worked out well. My hair is naturally darker than yours (dark brown, not black), so I was nervous to use Jolen. I bought Revlon Color Effects Frost and Glow in Honey. I skipped the cap it came with, and just worked the bleach/developer mixture from that box. I used your knife technique and even just my fingers on certain strands in the back. I saw Jessie James Decker use just her fingers and gloves in a separate video. The combo of your knife technique and her finger technique were just what I needed for a little pick-me-up to get me by until I can see my hairstylist after this coronavirus quarantine. Thanks, again. Your hair looks great!
Update: I highlighted my hair on Saturday for the first time at home with the Revlon Color Effects. I used the knife and gloved fingers technique (no cap or foils) and it worked pretty well. I noticed that I missed a few spots. So on Tuesday, I touched up those spots with Jolen. My hair is naturally dark brown. I left it on for 35 minutes. I have some nice, blonde streaks. I plan to use a Brite No Yellow Mask in a few days. Thanks for this. It is a nice way to brighten things up before I can get to a salon.
Thanks for this comment. My hair is hard to lift so I was wondering the same. I think I will buy regular bleach at the beauty supply place but do this method
To my surprise this worked and was so easy. This could put hairstylist out of business! Actually came out better than getting it done for $200! Thank you much for this video ❤️
To each his/her own. If it works for you, that's what matters. Some people act like you're trying to force them into doing something instead of just sharing your tips/tricks. Tfs 😊
It’s funny how the first comment in video was so nasty... you’re pretty much doing a diy balayage root touch up.. which professionals do (obviously cleaner) but it works. More power to you Lou!
Perfect timing. You don’t know how you’ve helped was thinking of highlights. Many years ago I bought a kit and did it myself. Watching you even without the kit I can do it again. Old lady thin hair just got a new perm for thickness. Have been told highlights will do the same so definitely trying this. Love 💕 it
Your first video with the knife is the first video that I started watching you with I was looking for some DIY to do some highlights at home my self and I came across that and I did do it it turned out great so keep up the good work don't worry about what other people say I always say you can't please everyone
Love this inventive trick! I, too, have a trick born of necessity. While traveling, I ran into friends who invited me to an evening get together. I desperately needed a quick touch up, but didn't have all the tools available. Luckily, the duty free shops supply free brushes, for trying on makeup. I grabbed a few, along with box of prefab lightening mix. The wands worked really well for a quick, root touch up; allowing more precision as well as thorough saturation of entire hair strands. It worked so well I continued using the technique. Like you, this is not the only tool I use for highlighting/coloring. Today my roots are crying out for attention. And, since I never know when I might be on a trip with no duty free in sight, I'm going to give your idea a whirl! Future Trip: "Hello, room service, could I please have an extra butter knife?"
I actually tried your method years ago and it worked nicely but since I have darker hair I used ash toner to make it look nice.. I decided to try your awesome technique with a special bleach that I got from Sally beauty. I'll let you know how it turns out .. you hair looks amazing by the way and this new video is very informative and lovely as always ❤
Like Bob Ross used to say "get that little roll of paint" on his paint knife. Same technique. It worked for Bob too :) Thanks for sharing your technique.
I just found you so happy. I have been doing this with Jolene for many years and also use a knife. please consider doing a video on false eyelashes, my friends and I are all into trying them as we are in our 50 s... you are very funny and very down to earth. thank you ...loved the tidying of your closet video as well...thank you
I think you did a fabulous job! In actuality I didn’t have a knife so I used a toothbrush LOL everybody said my hair came out so beautiful where did I get it done how many hundreds of dollars that I need to pay to get it done if I can attach a picture here I will see you can see what my hair looks like it’s absolutely beautiful now it’s time to touch up the roots so I’m going to follow what you did again except with my toothbrush LOL thank you thank you thank you
SAME HERE. I’m blown away. I took the towel off my head after the shower and couldn’t believe my eyes. It reminded me of a woman who passed away who used to do my hair when I was a teenager- no one except for this technique has given me those results. I’m shocked!!
This product looks and works great on your hair. I have been debating doing highlights myself for months but haven’t had the nerve yet. Your knife technique looks like it gives you great control. I have very fine hair that’s darker than yours and I need almost full length highlights now so I will try your knife technique with a different bleach, doing a small strand test first. Thanks for giving me some courage and inspiration, and your videos are very entertaining as well!
Hey cutie Lou! I tried this with the knife and left you a positive comment. I do think you are very deft with your hands so mine didn't come out as well. I did use a plastic fork this time and it worked great!
This was a very good video, Lou! I had my hair done and I needed a few more bright stripes so this technique is the perfect solution for me. Your technique and instructions were best in this video. You answered all my questions about amount of chemicals and length of processing time too. Thanks
I have never seen your videos on highlights but I LOVE YOUR CREATIVITY! thank you for this! And love your personality very humble and very polite when it comes too rebuttals! Your hair is on 🔥 love love love!
Love this method!!! Since I did apply with reg bleach..I did use a plastic knife. Can't wait to see how it turns out after washed and styled! THANK YOU!!!
You can also use a wide tooth comb and just make sure the teeth of the comb are coated with bleach mixture. Maybe not ideal but I can say personally that it works well.
Thank you so much for this tip! I just tried it now, & it defo works (i have very dark brown hair, almost black & the roots were begining to show) It has defo lightened my roots (left it on for 20 mins) & that was all I needed it to do! Thanks again! 👏🏻👍🏻
Thank you. When I have $10 and not $70, I do my highlights or just color my whole head. I use Nutrisse or another color is not tested on animals. I didn't use a knife, I used a toothbrush. But I appreciate your video, and your hair looks great!
The reason leaving it on longer didn’t do anything is because bleach runs it’s course and stops processing. Usually 20-25 min it’s done processing. So if your hair is very dark, and you’ve bleached your hair and it’s orange. It’s because your hair is too dark and has to be double processed. Super damaging. Hair had a spectrum of color it goes through when lightening. Bleach is so harsh and it’s does take a very skilled colorist to pull dark hair to a desirable shade of blonde. I would only try this if your hair is light enough you only need a few shades lighter. Otherwise you may end up very orange or brassy. If you have lighter hair, this is such a cool way of quickly getting your roots touched up. The other cool thing about bleach is it stays where it’s put. It doesn’t expand like hair color does.
I worked at Sally Beauty and you wouldn't believe the amount of people, mainly women, who bleached their dark hair and it turned out orange and the had to bleach again. It's very very common.
Thank you so much for this idea! I was too lazy to part my hair, so I weaved in the cream, through the root, to my color, with my fingers, and it lighten perfectly!
I think it turned out good. If you ask me I’d say whatever hair job you get whether it’s the salon or an educated guess at home you get pretty much the same results 😂 has long as it’s not legitimately like polka dots and splotches on your head id say it looks pretty darn good and will work out no matter what route you take.
Somebody get this chick a cape!🦸♀️ she’s my hero! 🦹♀️ This is like a Bigfoot sighting 😲😮 Thank you so much skip 2 my Lou! It’s 1am & I HAVE to get these roots in check before work in the morning. Yeah, that’s in like 6 hrs. Sincerely, procrastinator extraordinaire 💋
You are so gorgeous Lou! And I'm pretty sure I'll mess up if I tried this but it's so fun watching these tutorials and life hacks from you haha. Do (another) make up one, your make up here was beautiful 😍
So what the difference between this and the bucket of power bleach and developer that you get at sallys I have dark brown black hair I'm doing research this looks way easier has anyone with dark hair tried this help
Thank you for this, I'm going to try it! Your hair looks great! Where I live, it costs $350 + 20% tip for highlights, and that's in just a normal middle of the road salon. I understand it's a time consuming service, but I cannot justify paying that much for a hair treatment.
Funny, how disturbed you have made so many hairdressers. But it works well for you, so why not? I used to use a hair color from the drugstore when I was younger (Was it Clairol Color Castings, Light Ash Blonde?) that gave me the prettiest blonde that even fooled a hairdresser who thought it was my natural color. Of course, it was discontinued and now I pay a ridiculous amount to get a similar color from a salon.
Mandala effect- didn’t that Jolen bleach used to have an ‘e’ at the end? My mom used to use it, and also sang Jolene! I just bought a store kit yesterday because Christmas is in 5 days and MY roots are screaming! I never thought to use Jolen bleach! What a great idea, with the knife!🙏🏻💕
Girl I’ve notice hair dressers fly over the railing about diy unprofessional tips! My sister is hair dresser and I’m not I’m self taught and she teaches me a lot to but my unconventional things I’ve descovered over the years and my sister trusts me doing her hair! I love videos like yours not all of us can afford to go to the hair dresser! I have very thick hair if I went to the salon for color and highlights they charge me $200 I can’t even afford 100$ last time I went to get my hair trimmed they charged me almost $50 that was just a cut not a wash or styled after just a cut and she didn’t even thin out my hair it looked horrible I had to fix it myself 🤦🏻♀️ so screw the haters Queen keep doing you! 🤟
Well this is my first time seeing this! I haven't yet gone back through all of your previous videos. Thanks for the redo!! Pretty darn interesting and I just might have to try it since I never go to a salon.
I barely leave comments - but when I tell you I just tried this and my hair looks A1 I MEAN IT! I’ve tried doing this with different tools but the knife works. I’m shaken to the core! THANK YOU!!! This is a miracle.
I will say, I have light hair by nature so my hair takes to highlights perfectly and easily. I am just shocked.
sorry to be so offtopic but does any of you know of a way to get back into an instagram account?
I somehow forgot my account password. I love any tricks you can give me!
Can I do the under part that is super dark on the side of my head also ?
@@diamondsglitznglam it may turn orange the darkee the hair more orange u will get , takes multiple times and toning to lighten it up on dark hair....spacing it out of course!!
Hi, hope you can help me :) If the colour comes out yellow-ish, is that then because I should keep it on for longer?
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Nothing annoys me more than when stylists cop that superior attitude towards DIY hair applications and start judging when you're sitting in their chair. I've been getting highlights for years and although some stylists do a nice job, I've also ended up with a big mess that I hated from stylists who just aren't that talented or careful. Once you get the hang of applying your own highlights, it's not rocket science and if you're careful it takes a lot to mess it up. Lou has beautiful hair and this application is saving her hours in a salon as well as about $100 or more in cash. Nice job.... it's a quick, easy application plus the bleach you're using is probably much safer for your scalp!
I am a hairstylist and this works well!! If stylists comment negatively it is because it works. As a stylist, alot of us do our own hair, but it is still difficult!! This was simple and it works!!
I was a Cosmetologist before I became paralyzed and my mom did her own highlights. Do what works for you! I love you, your wit and ingenuity. Never ever change. xoxo
Bless you Aimee....
I had a miracle and im sending one to you now.
😚💖💕💗💞💝💜💝💙
agreed my daughter asked for a certain biolage the stylist did what she wanted
Would you do lowlights with this same method?
@@luisakislinger2849 yes! 💕
Thanks Lou!! I’ve never highlighted my hair by myself and after watching you, I’m going to give it a go. My husband has been cutting my hair for years. Nothing fancy. A trim straight across the bottom which he was happy to do and I trusted him. I decided I wanted something a bit more layered and so I went to a hairdresser yesterday which was really nice. I haven’t been feeling well for quite some time and it’s amazing what a haircut can do for you. I’ve been colouring my own hair for years because it’s so expensive to have it done. But I’ve been letting my natural colour come in to see what it looks like and I’ve decided I haven’t come to terms with my grey hair lol. I usually colour all of my hair because I haven’t got the patience to section it. We’ll see what happens when I dye it today! Thanks for sharing 🤩
I am on board. It's been six months since my last appt at the salon and I am so ready. Thanks, Lou. I think I can do this! I am 73 and you're never too old to try something new, right?
I agree. I'm also 73yo and it's probably a year since I've been to a salon. I cut my own hair (did a course at nightschool many years ago) and, thanks to Lou I also now always highlight my own hair. It turns out fabulously - people always think I've been to a salon. Thank you Lou! ❤❤❤
Freaking love! You’re so sweet, funny and humble - and you KNOW IT LOOKS BANGIN’ - fantastic job!
You gave me the confidence to highlight my own hair a number of months ago. I was quite apprehensive as I'd never highlighted my own hair before. It turned out fabulously and I regularly highlight my hair now! Thank you so much!!!!!! 💓 ps: The knife method for my roots works perfectly too. So grateful to you‼️ ❤❤❤
Good job!
I have been highlighting my own hair for years with OTC highlighting kits. I have really short hair and still it takes a couple hours or more to use the kit per cap and recommendations. When I ran across this video, I thought there’s no way it could be that easy. AND YET!!! Here I am just with highlighted roots that look so much better than with the cap. They’re more subtle. More natural. And it was so stinking easy! I may be seven years late on this video but that’s ok because Now I’ve seen the Light!!! Thanks so much!!
Here goes the 'hair stylists' ready to attack. I swear they go on every vlog and try to shame everyone who does their own hair. You did a great job!
Just because they have a cosmetology license, doesn't mean they're good at what they do. I've had so many stylists damage my hair before, after paying hundreds of dollars. Many times I've done a much better job than they did. And, without the damage and the crazy prices they charge.
HEY! Not all of us! Lol! There are those that do... I agree, some don’t know what they are doing... but there are always places where we all have strengths and weaknesses and just because you are trained for something, doesn’t mean you are skilled at it. My greatest strength with hair is actually the thing I had least training in... and that is braiding... I am good with color, quite good, but I still get stumped sometimes... we are also trained that henna is the worst, but I disagree... it is harder to control... but it gives the best red color...
Same here, I paid $80 to get a half head of highlights. They pulled my hair so hard half of it fell out a week later and they did NO highlights around my face or ontop so it’s like I literally did not change. That wasn’t my only bad experience. So disappointing. I have lost my faith in hairdressers and will be dying my own hair from now on.
Yep agree!! I had a person do my hair and I came home in tears that they had fucked up my hair so bad I had to redo it when i got home before my date was to pick me up for homecoming (years ago). And I spent a lot of money for nothing. Even the makeup she did had me looking like a hooker. “No offense to anyone”. If you have something that works for you then YOU DO IT! Who cares what “Licensed people” think or say!! Just be you
Just found your videos. This is awesome!!! I am starting to grow out my grays and bought a highlight kit but haven’t tried it yet. Just to blend the line between my old coloring and newer grays. Now I have a plan! Thank you! And you are hilarious in such a calm way!
FYI, I’ve been doing my own highlights for decades... a box and a cap. I’ve had multiple hair dressers ask who did my highlights. When I tell them I did, they always make the super surprised face, and tell me what a good job I did. Yep... Saved thousands through the years.
I just want to say Lou,I’m a hairdresser too & I commend you for your superb idea of applying root touch up/highlights with a knife! It’s brilliant & ur great! I’ve been a hairdresser for 20yrs but unfortunately had to give up due to chronic pain. So you, my lovely Lou have helped me a great deal with ur fabulous idea of using a knife! I am stuck in the house with chronic pain anayway but now lockdown aswell. So I’m DEF going to use your brilliant idea of a knife to do my root touch up.Good on you Lou 4 helping others,I love to help others too.😀👍😘Just ignore all the ‘nasty pasties’....they’re just jealous they never thought of it!😂 Keep ‘being you’ & a huge heartfelt thanks for helping me when I’m stuck housebound & cant get to the salon. I’m soooo grateful! Luv & hugs Faye 😘👍😆Xxxxx
Hi Faye.....I suffer chronic pain too, amongst many other things. Being in lockdown is just normal for me, as it probably is for you too. It's even more stressful though, with all the potential virus on things. It would be good to hear how your highlights went. Am thinking of doing this too. I used to highlight my hair for years, using a cap, but as my health continued to deteriorate, it just got harder and more painful, until I couldn't do it any more. I usually have a home hairdresser do highlights every 7 weeks or so, and so am now getting fed up with my roots dominating my head! Lol
Keep safe
From Jan, in Scotland, uk ☺
GORGEOUS!!! Stylists are like fright night. I’m so over paying to have sloppy results with destroyed hair. I’d love to see your foil tutorial also. Thanks for sharing doll!!
I remember watching this video 5 years ago before I was a hairstylist and now I am back, watching it as a hairstylist and although I know the right way to do it, somehow this just looks so good and works well for you so that's all that matters!
I love that you’re a hairdresser and left a positive comment that is so incredibly cool of you!
Girl, you are a HOOT! Love your technique, and that you have the emotional intelligence to ignore the naysayers! Keep the videos coming!
I love it. I use a toothbrush to highlight mine.
Sometimes it's messy or will clamp, so I like your idea with a knife
Lou, I just really want to tell you how much I love your videos and how much they have meant to me. I have suffered from debilitating depression for most of my adult life. These past 2 years I've done pretty well in the fight against my depression. I use to go to the gym 5 days a week to lift weights and I was taking very good care of myself. But on February 8th I turned 47. I have no idea why this set me back, but I have been truly suffering emotionally since. I can't work because it has me almost emotionally crippled.
I discovered your videos and you have given me some much needed comic relief. I am in awe at not only your beauty on the outside, but also what a beautiful person you are on the inside. You make me and my husband laugh every day! Thank you! It especially touched my heart to hear that you suffer from depression yourself and that you had some sadness in your past. You know, I once heard that there is pain in laughter. That often the funniest people are the saddest. You obviously are not sad all of the time, but I do love that you are so honest and relatable. Thank you again. Your videos have brought some joy into my life.
Amy Adams Thank you so much, Amy! 😘 You deserve to be happy always.
Amy i definitely understand.I'm turning 48 this year.You sound like you are amazing person for opening up about your struggles.Depression is such a thief of our time.Remember you've got this! I also enjoy her videos.They are a bright side to some of the toughest days!Many blessings
@@lucylinn8915 Thank you so very much! You have no idea how much your comment touched my heart. It's so nice to know that women can lift each other up in a world where people don't think twice before saying hurtful things to each other. Keep you're chin up! You have a beautiful ❤️
I truly hope you're in a happier place these days mentally Amy today...we all deserve to feel secure & happy..I too have gone through many years of anxiety/ bipolar and I well & truly u understand how you're feeling..if you ever need a listening ear I' m a good listener..I.wish you a happy life 😊😊👍👍xxx hugs from the UK ..love Sophie xx
So glad I just found your channel! Was getting ready to use Feria box platinum bleach kit and didn't want to put it all over my hair but only try and do some highlights. That search on TH-cam led me to this video. You are amazing and love your sense of humor! Take care! ❤
I always color or highlight my hair, I am going to try 'the knife' method! I sometimes cut my hair using my curling iron as a guide--unplugged... I put the hair in and pull to where I want the length, then cut along that edge.... just like when I'm going to curl it... if that makes sense... well it works for me!!
That's a great idea! I'm going to try that when I can get the nerve up!
Thats such a great idea!! Smart !!
I have seen other videos using a knife and they always look GREAT! Hairdressers want your money & they don’t even want us coloring our own hair. I don’t have an extra $80 to spend on highlights. ❤
This is how I first found you a looong time ago and you were probably my third person I subscribed to. I have sooo enjoyed all of your videos since....and I am subscribed to your new decorating/ staging blog as well. I like that “you” are just “you”...Some of your comments have me burst out with a loud laugh....Thank you for all of the “Great” info that you pass along to us :))
I’m a hairdresser and have worked in LA , Las Vegas and now Tampa Florida and I’ve seen a lot of different things, but you know what you gotta do what works for ya, just because we’re hairdressers doesn’t mean we’re perfect either, and every hairdresser before they did hair, used boxed color at least once in their life prior to being licensed , so even if or when I have a client that used it at home or did things at home if it didn’t turn out right I’d never criticize because I’ve been there when I was younger as well. We’re in the profession to help and make sure the client is happy and the hair is healthy and beautiful. Not to criticize.
Everyone should have your enthusiasm! Your attitude makes me wanna try!
You are awesome!!! I love your laid back, down to earth style! Very refreshing and likable!!! 😘
Did this with a wide toothed comb 40 years ago on my medium blonde hair, just using a bottled color and squeezing out the color onto the comb intermittently with a bigger "squeeze" at the tip and less down the twines (so more of the color came off closure to the roots). This is better as it's more precise. Later when my hair got too dark to do it this way, I just took random pieces (and if I could see where I highlighted it before I'd try and grab that piece just as you do) and I'd use a brand new mascara wand and put on the color. You mentioned that you don't usually do other parts and fold over the hair cuz you don't want to mess it up, but I would just let the color get dried a bit and the put a piece of foil (no folding, etc.) and just lay it on top of the foil when I pulled it over. Once the color really gets more dry, it's can't transfer much.
I love how she was basically like "this time worked!" while sometimes it doesn't...as does all DIY hair. This is one of my favorite chan chans. Love you Lou!
Your such a smart ass! I love it.... Lou keep up the humor that keeps me coming back each and every video notification.
I love the technique! I have been coloring my own hair since I was about 15. I'm now 70! I have had several or at least a few unhappy salon coloring experiences and more than several unhappy haircuts from salons so I pretty much done my own hair for the last 20 years except twice and once was for my son's wedding which turned out nice- but expensive and that hair stylist was in Louisiana.. I'm in Colorado-but when I'm in the mood I enjoy cutting my own hair. I recently had a spot of scalp cancer and have been holding off doing my highlights until the skin healed. I'm not going to go all the way to my roots but I would still like some highlights. My hair grew out in a very dark brown and gray and light brown and maybe an ombre would work but I still want highlights at least in the front. Is that called the money part money look whatever I wanted to say that I love your sense of humor and I'm checking out all of your videos! So glad you don't pay attention to the trolls!
Thank you for this! I used your blunt knife technique today and it worked out well. My hair is naturally darker than yours (dark brown, not black), so I was nervous to use Jolen. I bought Revlon Color Effects Frost and Glow in Honey. I skipped the cap it came with, and just worked the bleach/developer mixture from that box. I used your knife technique and even just my fingers on certain strands in the back. I saw Jessie James Decker use just her fingers and gloves in a separate video. The combo of your knife technique and her finger technique were just what I needed for a little pick-me-up to get me by until I can see my hairstylist after this coronavirus quarantine. Thanks, again. Your hair looks great!
Update: I highlighted my hair on Saturday for the first time at home with the Revlon Color Effects. I used the knife and gloved fingers technique (no cap or foils) and it worked pretty well. I noticed that I missed a few spots. So on Tuesday, I touched up those spots with Jolen. My hair is naturally dark brown. I left it on for 35 minutes. I have some nice, blonde streaks. I plan to use a Brite No Yellow Mask in a few days. Thanks for this. It is a nice way to brighten things up before I can get to a salon.
Thanks for this comment. My hair is hard to lift so I was wondering the same. I think I will buy regular bleach at the beauty supply place but do this method
To my surprise this worked and was so easy. This could put hairstylist out of business! Actually came out better than getting it done for $200! Thank you much for this video ❤️
To each his/her own. If it works for you, that's what matters. Some people act like you're trying to force them into doing something instead of just sharing your tips/tricks. Tfs 😊
Dang girl! So impressive! Simple and does a thorough job
It’s funny how the first comment in video was so nasty... you’re pretty much doing a diy balayage root touch up.. which professionals do (obviously cleaner) but it works. More power to you Lou!
Just did this today. It came out great and was so easy. My husband helped me with the back of my head. Thanks!
Mary Edwards Great!
How long do you leave it on for please x
Perfect timing. You don’t know how you’ve helped was thinking of highlights. Many years ago I bought a kit and did it myself. Watching you even without the kit I can do it again. Old lady thin hair just got a new perm for thickness. Have been told highlights will do the same so definitely trying this. Love 💕 it
You are a genius! This is so practical and easy to use. I'm going to be trying this & save a lot of money.
Thanks so much for this! The foil just intimidates me. AND your hair looks so beautiful!! Go you!
Your first video with the knife is the first video that I started watching you with I was looking for some DIY to do some highlights at home my self and I came across that and I did do it it turned out great so keep up the good work don't worry about what other people say I always say you can't please everyone
Love this inventive trick! I, too, have a trick born of necessity. While traveling, I ran into friends who invited me to an evening get together. I desperately needed a quick touch up, but didn't have all the tools available. Luckily, the duty free shops supply free brushes, for trying on makeup. I grabbed a few, along with box of prefab lightening mix. The wands worked really well for a quick, root touch up; allowing more precision as well as thorough saturation of entire hair strands. It worked so well I continued using the technique. Like you, this is not the only tool I use for highlighting/coloring. Today my roots are crying out for attention. And, since I never know when I might be on a trip with no duty free in sight, I'm going to give your idea a whirl!
Future Trip: "Hello, room service, could I please have an extra butter knife?"
I actually tried your method years ago and it worked nicely but since I have darker hair I used ash toner to make it look nice.. I decided to try your awesome technique with a special bleach that I got from Sally beauty. I'll let you know how it turns out .. you hair looks amazing by the way and this new video is very informative and lovely as always ❤
Like Bob Ross used to say "get that little roll of paint" on his paint knife. Same technique. It worked for Bob too :) Thanks for sharing your technique.
I just found you so happy. I have been doing this with Jolene for many years and also use a knife. please consider doing a video on false eyelashes, my friends and I are all into trying them as we are in our 50 s... you are very funny and very down to earth. thank you ...loved the tidying of your closet video as well...thank you
More c M Please!!
Ewwww....false eyelashes give me the creeps! Lol
Wonderful outcome! Thank you! Your hair looks amazing!
Omg I just found you! I love your humor! I’m going to try this. You are so smart. Thanks so much! 🎉🙏❤️💐
I think you did a fabulous job! In actuality I didn’t have a knife so I used a toothbrush LOL everybody said my hair came out so beautiful where did I get it done how many hundreds of dollars that I need to pay to get it done if I can attach a picture here I will see you can see what my hair looks like it’s absolutely beautiful now it’s time to touch up the roots so I’m going to follow what you did again except with my toothbrush LOL thank you thank you thank you
Yo lo hize con cepillos de dientes y mui bonitas❤
This is so funny and amazing. Love your style, and I feel inspired!!!! Hurray 🎉😂
OMG is right. I can't believe how great this worked for me! Love it. Thanks. Saved a small fortune today.
SAME HERE. I’m blown away. I took the towel off my head after the shower and couldn’t believe my eyes. It reminded me of a woman who passed away who used to do my hair when I was a teenager- no one except for this technique has given me those results. I’m shocked!!
I’m trying this on my roots right now! If it turns out well, I’ll be so excited because it’s so cost efficient!
Excellent technique that looks BEAUTIFUL ! 👍
Thank you for such a great idea!!!!! I am trying it tonight!
this video isn't actually what I was looking for but I watched it anyway because you are so funny and relatable 😂😂
Listen I'm watching this intensively because I need to look good in the never ending pandemic.
Same!!!! 😂
Me too!
Same
This product looks and works great on your hair. I have been debating doing highlights myself for months but haven’t had the nerve yet. Your knife technique looks like it gives you great control. I have very fine hair that’s darker than yours and I need almost full length highlights now so I will try your knife technique with a different bleach, doing a small strand test first. Thanks for giving me some courage and inspiration, and your videos are very entertaining as well!
Hey there flygirl! I'm coming back here for a refresher. Still genius. Love you! byeeee~! xoxo
This is great! Now that the salons are closed and I have to wait, I was wondering what to do and am definitely going to try this!! Thank you!
I am a master artistic stylist and I love your videos. It’s not the technique...it’s the person.
Hey cutie Lou! I tried this with the knife and left you a positive comment. I do think you are very deft with your hands so mine didn't come out as well. I did use a plastic fork this time and it worked great!
This was a very good video, Lou! I had my hair done and I needed a few more bright stripes so this technique is the perfect solution for me. Your technique and instructions were best in this video. You answered all my questions about amount of chemicals and length of processing time too. Thanks
I found you through your first highlight video! As a hair stylist, you have inspired me to try this!!
Omg omg i went crazy looking for a video like this one ♥️ thank you so much
I have never seen your videos on highlights but I LOVE YOUR CREATIVITY! thank you for this! And love your personality very humble and very polite when it comes too rebuttals!
Your hair is on 🔥 love love love!
💯‼️ 👏👏👏 one of the best youtube tutorials I’ve ever watched. Liberating💪 and great results👊🏻🌷Thank you!!
Love this method!!! Since I did apply with reg bleach..I did use a plastic knife. Can't wait to see how it turns out after washed and styled! THANK YOU!!!
Turned out perfect! Thank you again!!!
Did this today and got GREAT results! Thanks for posting this :)
Yay!!!
You can also use a wide tooth comb and just make sure the teeth of the comb are coated with bleach mixture. Maybe not ideal but I can say personally that it works well.
Thank you so much for this tip! I just tried it now, & it defo works (i have very dark brown hair, almost black & the roots were begining to show) It has defo lightened my roots (left it on for 20 mins) & that was all I needed it to do! Thanks again! 👏🏻👍🏻
Thank you. When I have $10 and not $70, I do my highlights or just color my whole head. I use Nutrisse or another color is not tested on animals. I didn't use a knife, I used a toothbrush. But I appreciate your video, and your hair looks great!
The reason leaving it on longer didn’t do anything is because bleach runs it’s course and stops processing. Usually 20-25 min it’s done processing. So if your hair is very dark, and you’ve bleached your hair and it’s orange. It’s because your hair is too dark and has to be double processed. Super damaging. Hair had a spectrum of color it goes through when lightening. Bleach is so harsh and it’s does take a very skilled colorist to pull dark hair to a desirable shade of blonde. I would only try this if your hair is light enough you only need a few shades lighter. Otherwise you may end up very orange or brassy. If you have lighter hair, this is such a cool way of quickly getting your roots touched up. The other cool thing about bleach is it stays where it’s put. It doesn’t expand like hair color does.
I worked at Sally Beauty and you wouldn't believe the amount of people, mainly women, who bleached their dark hair and it turned out orange and the had to bleach again. It's very very common.
Love watching you , and your creativity!
I looked for this video again and I love it. I don’t know why you stopped making videos but you are talented and you should keep going
I’d rather spend 20 minutes at home than 2 hours getting heavy foils on my head
I love it! Nice and quick and looks amazing
This looks amazing! Can you please do a video on how you style your hair like this? Reminds me of old Hollywood waves and I need that!🥰
Thank you so much for this idea! I was too lazy to part my hair, so I weaved in the cream, through the root, to my color, with my fingers, and it lighten perfectly!
Yup seen you do this knife thing before you are a master with knives LOL "Who you callin hun" LOL Love you Lou! xoxo
I'm trying this now. I need it so much and I'm so excited!
I think your hair is beautiful and you did a great job! I don't have the balls to do this but maybe someday I'll give this a shot.
You’re a genius! 👏🏻
I think it turned out good. If you ask me I’d say whatever hair job you get whether it’s the salon or an educated guess at home you get pretty much the same results 😂 has long as it’s not legitimately like polka dots and splotches on your head id say it looks pretty darn good and will work out no matter what route you take.
Somebody get this chick a cape!🦸♀️
she’s my hero! 🦹♀️ This is like a Bigfoot sighting 😲😮
Thank you so much skip 2 my Lou!
It’s 1am & I HAVE to get these roots in check before work in the morning. Yeah, that’s in like 6 hrs.
Sincerely,
procrastinator extraordinaire 💋
It turned out beautifully! Great job! ⭐️ 😊
Awesome personality, awesome technique, outstanding results!!! I'm going to attempt highlights for the first time & this video has definitely helped!!
You are so gorgeous Lou! And I'm pretty sure I'll mess up if I tried this but it's so fun watching these tutorials and life hacks from you haha. Do (another) make up one, your make up here was beautiful 😍
I am new to your channel and your dry sense of humor is awesome! I’m your fan for life!
So what the difference between this and the bucket of power bleach and developer that you get at sallys I have dark brown black hair I'm doing research this looks way easier has anyone with dark hair tried this help
So great!! Just ordered and can’t wait to try this! It looks easy peasy!! And economical!!!
Fantastic! Thanks! I like your laissez faire attitude. Well done.
I cant wait to try this but I'm gonna do it towards the ends. You're so hilarious, I love your humor !!!!
Oooh, I like you! You're innovative and smart. Nice approach -- color came out great!
Thank you for this, I'm going to try it! Your hair looks great! Where I live, it costs $350 + 20% tip for highlights, and that's in just a normal middle of the road salon. I understand it's a time consuming service, but I cannot justify paying that much for a hair treatment.
MAGNIFICENT VIDEO.. Thank you so much for your help..❤❤
Funny, how disturbed you have made so many hairdressers. But it works well for you, so why not? I used to use a hair color from the drugstore when I was younger (Was it Clairol Color Castings, Light Ash Blonde?) that gave me the prettiest blonde that even fooled a hairdresser who thought it was my natural color. Of course, it was discontinued and now I pay a ridiculous amount to get a similar color from a salon.
Mandala effect- didn’t that Jolen bleach used to have an ‘e’ at the end? My mom used to use it, and also sang Jolene!
I just bought a store kit yesterday because Christmas is in 5 days and MY roots are screaming! I never thought to use Jolen bleach!
What a great idea, with the knife!🙏🏻💕
I just love this method and THANK you for sharing it, and this update!!
Wow I’m really impressed with the result!
What a great way honestly... thanks again for a great video lou
Girl I’ve notice hair dressers fly over the railing about diy unprofessional tips! My sister is hair dresser and I’m not I’m self taught and she teaches me a lot to but my unconventional things I’ve descovered over the years and my sister trusts me doing her hair! I love videos like yours not all of us can afford to go to the hair dresser! I have very thick hair if I went to the salon for color and highlights they charge me $200 I can’t even afford 100$ last time I went to get my hair trimmed they charged me almost $50 that was just a cut not a wash or styled after just a cut and she didn’t even thin out my hair it looked horrible I had to fix it myself 🤦🏻♀️ so screw the haters Queen keep doing you! 🤟
Your highlights turned out so good!!
This is amazing!! Can’t wait to try this on my grey temples! Life saver! And no toner needed?!?
Well this is my first time seeing this! I haven't yet gone back through all of your previous videos. Thanks for the redo!! Pretty darn interesting and I just might have to try it since I never go to a salon.