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Best seller Clairol Frost & Tip Highlighting Hair Dye Kit, Ultra Precise Blonde Hair Color, 1 Application From $9.97

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L'Oreal Paris Excellence Creme Permanent Hair Color, 7 Dark Blonde, 1 kit $11.97

L'Oreal Paris Excellence Creme Permanent Hair Color, 7 Dark Blonde, 1 kit
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Creme of Nature® Moisture-Rich Hair Color* Natural Black C11, Ammonia Free Hair Dye Kit, 1 Pack From $4.97

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L'Oreal Paris Feria Multi-Faceted Shimmering Permanent Hair Color, 54 Spiced Copper, 1 kit From $12.97

L'Oreal Paris Feria Multi-Faceted Shimmering Permanent Hair Color, 54 Spiced Copper, 1 kit
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Best seller L'Oreal Paris Frost and Design Hair Highlights, H85 Champagne, 1 Kit, Precise From $10.94

L'Oreal Paris Frost and Design Hair Highlights, H85 Champagne, 1 Kit, Precise
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4.5 out of 5 Stars. 1280 reviews
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Overall pick Revlon Color Effects Frost and Glow Ammonia Free Permanent Hair Color, 20 Blonde

Revlon Color Effects Frost and Glow Ammonia Free Permanent Hair Color, 20 Blonde

Revlon Color Effects Frost and Glow Ammonia Free Permanent Hair Color, 20 Blonde

4.3 out of 5 Stars. 2902 reviews
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Best seller Clairol Frost & Tip Highlighting Hair Dye Kit, Ultra Precise Blonde Hair Color, 1 Application

Clairol Frost & Tip Highlighting Hair Dye Kit, Ultra Precise Blonde Hair Color, 1 Application
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4.4 out of 5 Stars. 1364 reviews
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eSalon Personal Colorist Kit Permanent Hair Color Hair Coloring Tool Kit LIGHT BLONDE 9N $10.95

eSalon Personal Colorist Kit Permanent Hair Color Hair Coloring Tool Kit LIGHT BLONDE 9N
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eSalon Personal Colorist Kit Permanent Hair Color Hair Coloring Tool Kit LIGHT BLONDE 9N

L'Oreal Paris Couleur Experte Hair Color + Highlights, Light Ash Brown - French Eclair, 1 Kit From $17.99

L'Oreal Paris Couleur Experte Hair Color + Highlights, Light Ash Brown - French Eclair, 1 Kit
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4.3 out of 5 Stars. 1524 reviews
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Flash Deal Nisha Cosglam Permanent Blonde Highlights Kit For All Hair Types | Balayage & Ombre Styling | 115mL Kit Was $15.99

Nisha Cosglam Permanent Blonde Highlights Kit For All Hair Types | Balayage & Ombre Styling | 115mL Kit
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4.2 out of 5 Stars. 23 reviews
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Best seller L'Oréal Paris Superior Preference Fade-Defying Adult Permanent Hair Color, 7A Dark Ash Blonde, 1 Kit From $12.49

L'Oréal Paris Superior Preference Fade-Defying Adult Permanent Hair Color, 7A Dark Ash Blonde, 1 Kit
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Best seller L'Oreal Paris Feria Lightening System, Hi-Lifting, 1 Kit From $12.97

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Revlon Permanent Hair Color by Revlon, Permanent Hair Dye, Color Effects Highlighting Kit, Ammonia Free & Paraben Free, 30 Honey, 8 Oz, (Pack of 1), 30 Honey, 1 count $13.03 Was $15.34

Revlon Permanent Hair Color by Revlon, Permanent Hair Dye, Color Effects Highlighting Kit, Ammonia Free & Paraben Free, 30 Honey, 8 Oz, (Pack of 1), 30 Honey, 1 count
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Revlon Permanent Hair Color by Revlon, Permanent Hair Dye, Color Effects Highlighting Kit, Ammonia Free & Paraben Free, 30 Honey, 8 Oz, (Pack of 1), 30 Honey, 1 count

4.2 out of 5 Stars. 1741 reviews

Best seller Garnier Nutrisse Ultra Color Hair Color Tool Kit, Permenant Hair Dye, RP1 Cherry Flamingo From $7.72

Garnier Nutrisse Ultra Color Hair Color Tool Kit, Permenant Hair Dye, RP1 Cherry Flamingo
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L'Oreal Paris Couleur Experte Express Hair Color + Highlighter, Medium Iridescent Blonde 8.2 (3 pack) (Bundle) $49.75

L'Oreal Paris Couleur Experte Express Hair Color + Highlighter, Medium Iridescent Blonde 8.2 (3 pack) (Bundle)
current price $49.75

L'Oreal Paris Couleur Experte Express Hair Color + Highlighter, Medium Iridescent Blonde 8.2 (3 pack) (Bundle)

5 out of 5 Stars. 5 reviews

Splat Brilliant Bleach Kit with High-Lift Hair Bleach, Purple Shampoo, and Conditioner $10.97

Splat Brilliant Bleach Kit with High-Lift Hair Bleach, Purple Shampoo, and Conditioner
current price $10.97

Splat Brilliant Bleach Kit with High-Lift Hair Bleach, Purple Shampoo, and Conditioner

4.1 out of 5 Stars. 1066 reviews
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Dark and Lovely Uplift Hair Bleach Kit, Bleach Blonde, 1 pack, 8.47 fl oz From $8.94

Dark and Lovely Uplift Hair Bleach Kit, Bleach Blonde, 1 pack, 8.47 fl oz
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4.4 out of 5 Stars. 1661 reviews
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Garnier Hair Color Olia Ammonia-Free Permanent Hair Dye, H03 Highlights for Brunettes, 2 Count $14.74

Garnier Hair Color Olia Ammonia-Free Permanent Hair Dye, H03 Highlights for Brunettes, 2 Count
current price $14.74

Garnier Hair Color Olia Ammonia-Free Permanent Hair Dye, H03 Highlights for Brunettes, 2 Count

5 out of 5 Stars. 2 reviews

Flash Lightning Hair Bleach Kit 30 Volume by Manic Panic

Flash Lightning Hair Bleach Kit 30 Volume by Manic Panic

Flash Lightning Hair Bleach Kit 30 Volume by Manic Panic

4.5 out of 5 Stars. 722 reviews
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100+ bought since yesterday Kiss Colors & Care Maximum Strength Lift-Up Complete Hair Bleach Kit, 3.55 fl oz From $6.97

Kiss Colors & Care Maximum Strength Lift-Up Complete Hair Bleach Kit, 3.55 fl oz
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Camomila Intea Hair Lightener - 3-in-1 Kit Natural Blond Kit Camomila Intea $54.38 Was $62.00

Camomila Intea Hair Lightener - 3-in-1 Kit Natural Blond Kit Camomila Intea
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Camomila Intea Hair Lightener - 3-in-1 Kit Natural Blond Kit Camomila Intea

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L'Oreal Excellence HiColor Golden Blonde HiLights, 1.2 oz

L'Oreal Excellence HiColor Golden Blonde HiLights, 1.2 oz

L'Oreal Excellence HiColor Golden Blonde HiLights, 1.2 oz

4.3 out of 5 Stars. 4 reviews

L'Oreal Technique Super Blue Creme Oil Lightener Kit - Option : 1 Application $11.20

L'Oreal Technique Super Blue Creme Oil Lightener Kit - Option : 1 Application
current price $11.20

L'Oreal Technique Super Blue Creme Oil Lightener Kit - Option : 1 Application

4.3 out of 5 Stars. 11 reviews

Garnier Nutrisse Nourishing Unisex Hair Color Highlights, 43 Dark Golden Brown (Cocoa Bean) From $8.47

Garnier Nutrisse Nourishing Unisex Hair Color Highlights, 43 Dark Golden Brown (Cocoa Bean)
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Revlon Color Effects Hair Color, Platinum Was $14.49

Revlon Color Effects Hair Color, Platinum

Revlon Color Effects Hair Color, Platinum

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Schwarzkopf IGORA Royal FASHION LIGHTS Permanent HIGHLIGHT Color L-89 w/ BRUSH - Haircolor Cream (L-89) $19.99

Schwarzkopf IGORA Royal FASHION LIGHTS Permanent HIGHLIGHT Color L-89 w/ BRUSH - Haircolor Cream (L-89)
current price $19.99

Schwarzkopf IGORA Royal FASHION LIGHTS Permanent HIGHLIGHT Color L-89 w/ BRUSH - Haircolor Cream (L-89)

3.7 out of 5 Stars. 3 reviews

SLICK GORILLA Lightening Kit $14.40

SLICK GORILLA Lightening Kit
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SLICK GORILLA Lightening Kit

5 out of 5 Stars. 1 reviews

Hair Lightening L'Oreal Quick Blue High Performance Powder Lightener Bleach 40 VOLUME DEVELOPER 4 OZ Kit ( 5 PC )

Hair Lightening L'Oreal Quick Blue High Performance Powder Lightener Bleach 40 VOLUME DEVELOPER 4 OZ Kit ( 5 PC )
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Hair Lightening L'Oreal Quick Blue High Performance Powder Lightener Bleach 40 VOLUME DEVELOPER 4 OZ Kit ( 5 PC )

4.3 out of 5 Stars. 60 reviews

Loreal Technique Excellence Hicolor Hilights Red Highlights, Magenta, 1.2 Oz, 2 Pack $23.01

Loreal Technique Excellence Hicolor Hilights Red Highlights, Magenta, 1.2 Oz, 2 Pack
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3 out of 5 Stars. 1 reviews

Hair Lightening Clairol BW2 Powder Lightener Bleach 30 Volume Developer - 4 oz ( 5 Pcs Kit ) From $14.91

Hair Lightening Clairol BW2 Powder Lightener Bleach 30 Volume Developer - 4 oz ( 5 Pcs Kit )
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4.2 out of 5 Stars. 126 reviews

L’Oreal Paris Feria Multi-Faceted Shimmering Permanent Hair Color Kit, 515 Chocolate Glaze, for Adults

L’Oreal Paris Feria Multi-Faceted Shimmering Permanent Hair Color Kit, 515 Chocolate Glaze, for Adults
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SoftSheen-Carson Dark & Lovely Fade Resist Adult Hair Color, 371 Jet Black From $5.98

SoftSheen-Carson Dark & Lovely Fade Resist Adult Hair Color, 371 Jet Black
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4.5 out of 5 Stars. 6013 reviews
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L'Oreal Frost & Design Highlights H85 Champagne - (Pack of 2)

L'Oreal Frost & Design Highlights H85 Champagne - (Pack of 2)
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3.8 out of 5 Stars. 121 reviews

Hair Care Disposable Hair Color Temporary Hair Color Chalk Comb Set Women Instant Hair Color Highlight Stripe Color Mascara Hair Chalk for Birthday Party 3ml Back to school,decoracion de boda From $3.02

Hair Care Disposable Hair Color Temporary Hair Color Chalk Comb Set Women Instant Hair Color Highlight Stripe Color Mascara Hair Chalk for Birthday Party 3ml Back to school,decoracion de boda
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Loreal Excellence Hicolor, Blond/Ash Highlights, 1.2 Ounce $12.71

Loreal Excellence Hicolor, Blond/Ash Highlights, 1.2 Ounce
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Loreal Excellence Hicolor, Blond/Ash Highlights, 1.2 Ounce

3 out of 5 Stars. 1 reviews

Hair Care Disposable Hair Color Temporary Hair Color Chalk Comb Set Women Instant Hair Color Highlight Stripe Color Mascara Hair Chalk for Birthday Party 3ml Back to school,decoracion de boda

Hair Care Disposable Hair Color Temporary Hair Color Chalk Comb Set Women Instant Hair Color Highlight Stripe Color Mascara Hair Chalk for Birthday Party 3ml Back to school,decoracion de boda

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L'Oreal Excellence HiColor Golden Blonde HiLights, 1.2 oz $12.92

L'Oreal Excellence HiColor Golden Blonde HiLights, 1.2 oz
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Garnier Olia Long Lasting Permanent Hair Color Kit with 60% Oils, 6.65 Intense Red From $9.26

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L'oreal Excellence Hicolor, Blond/Ash Highlights, 1.2 Oz

L'oreal Excellence Hicolor, Blond/Ash Highlights, 1.2 Oz

L'oreal Excellence Hicolor, Blond/Ash Highlights, 1.2 Oz

1.5 out of 5 Stars. 2 reviews

L'Oreal Paris Super Blonde Creme Lightening Kit, 200 Bleach Blonde

L'Oreal Paris Super Blonde Creme Lightening Kit, 200 Bleach Blonde

L'Oreal Paris Super Blonde Creme Lightening Kit, 200 Bleach Blonde

4.1 out of 5 Stars. 324 reviews

Jerome Russell Temp'Ry Natural Color Highlights, True Black, 3.5 Oz $11.92

Jerome Russell Temp'Ry Natural Color Highlights, True Black, 3.5 Oz
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Splat Sugar Plum Temporary Magenta Pink Hair Color Highlights From $9.98

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L'Oreal Paris Summer Lights Lightening Gelee Kit, From Dark Blonde to Light Blonde Hair [02] 3.4 oz

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L'Oreal Paris Le Petite Frost Cap Precise Highlights, Creme Caramel, 1 Kit From $9.97

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Clairol Blonde it Up No Bleach Permanent Hair Dye Lightening Kit Hair Color, Platinum Blonde, 1 Application From $9.95

Clairol Blonde it Up No Bleach Permanent Hair Dye Lightening Kit Hair Color, Platinum Blonde, 1 Application
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FAQ

How do I choose the right at-home highlighting kit?

Quick guide: Start by matching the kit type to the look you want—cap or strand kits for subtle tips, balayage-style kits for painted highlights, and lightening kits for stronger lift. Then consider these factors:

  • Natural hair level: Darker hair may need stronger lightening products or multiple sessions.
  • Included items: Check whether the kit includes developer, toner, gloves, and a conditioner.
  • Number of applications: Single-application kits may not cover long or very thick hair.
  • Safety info: Read instructions and allergy-test requirements.

You can read customer reviews and order online or pick up in store at Walmart to compare options before buying.

How can I do balayage at home safely?

Balayage at home can be done with care, but results vary. Follow these steps to reduce risks:

  1. Preparation: Perform an allergy patch and strand test per the kit instructions.
  2. Work on dry hair: Dry, unwashed hair shows placement better for freehand painting.
  3. Use thin sections: Paint small sections and avoid overlapping previously lightened hair.
  4. Protect skin and clothes: Use barrier cream at the hairline and cover shoulders.
  5. Timing and aftercare: Stick to timing guidance, rinse thoroughly, then use a conditioning treatment.

If you want a big change or have damaged hair, consider a professional consult first.

What common highlighting mistakes should I avoid?

Here are frequent mistakes people make and how to avoid them:

  • Skipping strand tests: Without a test you can‚Äôt predict lift or color tone.
  • Overlapping lightener: Reapplying to already-lightened hair causes breakage and uneven tones.
  • Poor sectioning: Big, uneven sections lead to patchy results‚Äîuse consistent, small sections.
  • Ignoring developer strength: Using too-strong products can damage hair; follow kit guidance.
  • Neglecting toning and care: Skipping a toner or conditioning treatment can leave unwanted brassiness or dryness.

Always follow package directions and consider expert help for major color changes.

How do I keep highlights from turning brassy?

Brassiness is common as color fades; these steps can help maintain cooler tones:

  • Use a purple or blue shampoo: These products help neutralize warm undertones when used 1‚Äì2 times weekly.
  • Choose color-safe care: Look for sulfate-free shampoos and hydrating conditioners to protect color.
  • Cooler rinses: Rinsing with cooler water can slow pigment fade.
  • Limit heat: Reduce frequent high-heat styling and use a heat protectant when you do style.
  • Periodic toning: A toner or gloss treatment can refresh tone; follow product directions or visit a stylist.

Results vary by hair and product, so test new products on a small section first.

What is reverse balayage and when should I pick it?

Reverse balayage is a technique where darker tones are painted over lighter hair or lighter sections are blended back with lowlights to soften contrast. Think of it as adding depth and blending rather than lifting more hair color.

  • When to choose it: To tone down overly bright highlights, create a more natural grow-out, or add dimension to previously lightened hair.
  • What to expect: It involves color layering and may require multiple steps; results depend on your starting color and hair condition.

Because it’s a corrective or blending process, many people prefer a professional for the first session, but there are at-home products that can help maintain the effect afterward. Check product directions and consider a consultation if you’re unsure.

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