A personal insight from Céline Decarli, owner of Céline Decarli Hair Salon – Aveda Coiffeur and Hairdresser Zurich Bellevueplatz / Stadelhofen
A personal insight from Céline Decarli, owner of Céline Decarli Hair Salon – Aveda Coiffeur and Hairdresser Zurich Bellevueplatz / Stadelhofen
Why a color change from dark to light should not be done in one go
Many customers want their hair to be lighter, often several shades lighter than their current hair color. The idea of achieving this in just one appointment is tempting. From a professional point of view, however, this is risky, both for the health of the hair and for the final color outcome.
At Céline Decarli Hair Salon, your Aveda hairstylist on Bellevueplatz, just a few minutes from Stadelhofen train station, we focus on healthy hair, natural results, and long-lasting color. That’s why we recommend a step-by-step approach for significant lightening and deliberately refrain from performing the treatment in a single session. This allows us to ensure that the hair remains healthy and the color result is perfect.
But why exactly is a single pass so problematic?
Significant lightening puts a lot of strain on the hair. It removes the natural pigments. If too much is done at once, the hair can become dry, brittle, and damaged. The result often looks uneven and is difficult to correct. Even with high-quality products, such as those we use in our salon, going from dark to light in one go is risky.
Step by step to your desired color and why quality and time are crucial
Many people often want to see quick results. But in hairdressing, quality takes time. Anyone who tries to go from dark to light in a single appointment risks causing severe damage that is difficult to repair and may have lasting effects.
In our salon, we advise each customer individually. We explain the process, pay attention to the hair structure and the current health of the hair, and ensure that the result not only looks beautiful, but also remains beautiful for a long time.
For optimal results, we work in two to three appointments for significant color changes, each one to three months apart. This allows the hair enough time to regenerate, stabilize its structure, and optimally absorb the next lightening treatment.
- First appointment: Hair analysis and consultation (approx. 15-30 minutes on site)
- Second appointment: careful lightening, protection of the hair structure, initial color adjustment
- Third appointment: adjustment of the desired brightness, intensive care for healthy hair
- Optional fourth appointment: fine tuning, perfect color adjustment, and additional shine
This procedure guarantees an even, natural hair color and protects the hair structure.
Tips for the time between lightening treatments
To ensure that your hair can regenerate optimally between appointments and is ready for the next lightening treatment, we recommend the following:
- Intensify your hair care routine: Use high-quality, moisturizing shampoos and hair treatments, ideally sulfate- and silicone-free. We would be happy to advise you individually in store.
- Reduce heat: Use straighteners and curling irons sparingly, as excessive heat damages your hair.
My conclusion
A significant color change from dark to light is a very sensitive process that requires a great deal of experience and patience. Only step by step can we achieve your dream color without damaging the hair structure.
If you are interested in a professional, safe, and high-quality color change, make an appointment now at Celine Decarli Hair Salon, your Aveda hairdresser and stylist in Zurich Bellevueplatz / Stadelhofen, and see for yourself what your dream color can look like.
With love
Céline Decarli
Owner of Céline Decarli Hair Salon – Aveda hairdresser and stylist Zurich Bellevueplatz / Stadelhofen