Hair highlights can give you the magical, stunning look that turns heads. However, hair highlight at home is not as simple as changing hair color. Doing it right require careful application and can be tricky especially when it is the first few attempts. It will be great if you have a friend who can do the hair highlight for you as she / he can have a clearer view of the hair highlight effect, and ensures better color tone.

Nevertheless, you should be able to achieve good effect if you follow the following easy 10 tips by world renowned hair salon experts on how to highlight your hair at home.

1.    Get your hair trim first;
2.    If you have a chemical treatment done recently, wait for 2 – 3 weeks before you color your hair;
3.    Select a hair highlight shade that is two to three shades lighter than your hair color to achieve good                    contrast and brightened effect;
4.    Semi-permanent hair color are gentler and gives a better hue and shine;
5.    Buy a dripless hair highlight product which comes with an applicator or use a flat acrylic brush which may        be purchased from art supply stores;
6.    Wash and blow dry before you start applying the hair highlighter;
7.    Apply the hair color only on the top layers of the hair;
8.    Wear thin gloves if you choose to do finger painting;
9.    Don’t keep the hair highlight chemical on your hair for more than 30 minutes [to avoid damaging your hair];
10. Rinse, shampoo and finish off with a good conditioner for the silky and shiny look.