Features of the Selection of Gradient Coloring Techniques for Curly and Porous Hair

Diana Pogosova

Abstract: This article examines a methodological approach to selecting gradient coloring techniques that aim to preserve the structure and enhance the visual appearance of curly and porous hair. The relevance of the study is determined by the sustained increase in demand for ombr?, balayage, and their hybrids, as well as by the specific structural features of curly and porous hair types that require individualized lightening protocols and post?procedure restoration. This work aims to develop an applied model that integrates diagnostic approaches to porosity and curl geometry with a comparative review of the leading gradient techniques, alongside protocols for restoring the cuticle to its optimal state. Novelty can be attributed to this study based on its integrated evaluation approach toward chemical and optical factors, the inclusion of metric classification in curl form, and virtual modeling of skin and hair shades, through which exactness in predicting pigment behavior, as well as attaining the visual characteristics of the gradient, is made possible. The analysis demonstrates that a safe tone lift for highly porous curls should not exceed two to three levels; this necessitates the use of cream oxidizers with bond-building systems and acidic toning products. The choice of ombr?, balayage, shatush, or AirTouch technique is founded on a compromise between the desired level of expressiveness and the permissible degree of damage. Hair porosity, curl shape, client phototype, and readiness for post-procedure care emerge as key factors. The formulated recommendations for gentle cleansing, acidic sealing of the cuticle, and regular use of toning products ensure color longevity and hair health. This article will be of value to professional colorists, trichologists, and researchers in the field of cosmetology.

Keywords: gradient coloring techniques, curly hair, hair porosity, porosity diagnostics, curl geometry

How to Cite?: Diana Pogosova, "Features of the Selection of Gradient Coloring Techniques for Curly and Porous Hair", Volume 14 Issue 9, September 2025, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 296-301, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR25903222243, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR25903222243