INPROFILE
How does L’Oréal Professionnel allow you to stand out from the rest? I have been with L’Oréal Professionnel for over 25 years and they are constantly progressing especially when it comes to colour palette trends and investing in high quality products. Their support in an ever-changing industry, especially now with social media, is allowing the artist to be who they want to be which further allows the artist and company to collaborate and grow together.
Colour techniques used to create a metallic look on Dannii for the INSTYLE x L’Oréal Professionnel shoot? First we created a blend of shadow and light using my signature hand painting technique. We zone toned to create depth at the root area, and alternated sections in the mid-lengths and ends with an array of shades within a smoky grey palette from L'Oréal Professionnel's Nodamage Colour* by INOA, which is also ammonia-free. The result is a shimmering and multi-dimensional silver.
In 2018 I will… Face my fears.
COLOUR PRO
L'Oréal Professionnel Artist and Chelsea Hairdressing founder Peter Thomsen transformed Dannii into a metallic Queen. Here he shares tips and trends on how he colours without compromise. How does L’Oréal Professionnel empower you as a hairdresser? Their inspiration, extensive research and the quality of products is never a risk in colour. I have trust in everything they do as a brand.
Ultimate muse? There are so many amazing people in the world that influence me, from models, front covers of magazines, hairstylists, makeup artists, musicians - it would be hard to pick one! I do love Debbie Harry, Grace Jones, Tom Ford and the Studio 54 era, the list goes on. I think we need to change to progress and with that gain inspiration from everywhere.
METALLIC MAESTRO ♥
* Colour after colour, hair quality is visibly improved; consumer test, Europe, 408 women & 489 hairdressers
Any hair trends you foresee this year? For me, trends is a great way to lead and stay ahead of the game, but I'm definitely more about customising a look based on suitability to the individual.
Recent purchase you are loving right now? A book called Get Your Sh*t Together by Sarah Knight. It’s the perfect read for my much needed discipline kick every now and again… and my new puppy Archie!
Where can we find you on your days off? Relaxing in my hometown of Kiama with my loved ones when I am not traveling for work, which was a lot last year!
