HIGHLIGHTS VS. LOWLIGHTS: WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE?

Side profile of woman with long, wavy, blonde hair and highlights, created using Wella Professionals

When it comes to adding dimension to your clients’ locks, there are two key techniques you can choose: highlighting for luminosity and lift or lowlighting to achieve richness and depth. But when it comes to highlights vs. lowlights, how do you know what will suit your client best? Keep scrolling for the full lowdown on adding a scattering of natural-looking, flattering tones and discover the difference between highlights and lowlights.