Color – Double Process:  If the client asks for a dramatically lighter color, the hair has to be prelightened first.  Also, to achieve pale or cool colors, it is sometimes more efficient to use a double-process application.  By first decolorizing the hair with a lightener and then using a separate product to add the desired tonality, we will have more control over the coloring process.  At Allure Hair Salon we have all types of lighteners, from oil to cream to powder.  Depending on the situation or different techniques, we may use powder lightener for off-the-scalp application and cream lightener for on-the-scalp application to protect the client’s scalp.  This process can take anywhere from 60 minutes to 90 minutes or sometimes longer depending on the lightness or darkness of the hair.  Time between appointments is generally 4-5 weeks.