Step-by-Step: How to Get the Perfect Ombre on Locs

Locs are beautiful and versatile. Sometimes experimenting with trending styles on your delicate mane can be challenging. Finding the right product for your hair type and texture is crucial to get those vibrant color results and maintain healthy-looking hair. Because dry hair, brittle strands, thinning, and breakage aren’t cute.

If you’re ready for an on-trend color change sans bleach or dyes, we have you covered. Check out @lexilemonade as she elevates her short locs using our Extreme Teal, Vibrant Teal, and Pastel Teal Coloring Conditioners to get an icy ombré finish. It’s beautiful, IG-approved, and leaves her hair silky smooth. Follow the step-by-step below and see how choosing the right product paired with a zealous color can give your locs a new look.

WHAT YOU NEED:

2 + Coloring Conditioners

Gloves, mixing bowl, brush (try our Hair Color Starter Kit)

@lexilemonade chose three different shades of Coloring Conditioners in the same spectrum of color to achieve a seamless melt. You can select as few as two colors or more. The goal is to have darker roots transition to lighter ends.

Make sure to have gloves to keep this process mess-free. Using a mixing brush is optional. However, it’s helpful if you want cleaner edges.

HERE WE GO:

STEP 01:

Using a brush, add Pastel Teal Coloring Conditioner to the lightest hair edges surrounding the face and tips.

STEP 02:

Next, come back in with Vibrant Teal Coloring Conditioner. Add color an inch out from the roots and work your way down until it meets the Pastel Teal. Adding color and blending does not need to be precise to give off that natural transition effect.

STEP 03:

Add the Extreme Teal Coloring Conditioner to the roots. This should be the darkest part of your hair.

STEP 04:

Since you are using shades in the same color spectrum, run your hands through your entire head and ensure your locs are fully saturated. Not only will this ensure the brightest color results, but it will make the melt look organic and provide full-color coverage.

STEP 05:

Wait 15 minutes and rinse to reveal!

And just like that, a gorgeous icy blue ombre that would make anyone swoon. Depending on the texture and hair type, we suggest using at least two jars of oVertone per color to ensure rich color and full coverage. Remember that longer, thicker hair baddies usually need a little more loving from our Coloring Conditioners. If you have dry or brittle hair, using more jars will quench your hair's thirst by hydrating while coloring. Follow up with our Daily Conditioners in the same shade and keep your locs vibrant 24/7!

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