Folding hair foils, especially when securing them during coloring, involves specific techniques to create a tight packet around the hair strand. One method, as demonstrated by Davy Troublefield, involves pressing the foil together repeatedly and using a comb to ensure it is securely closed.
Securing Hair Foils: A Specific Folding Technique
Once the hair strand is placed within the foil and the color applied, the foil needs to be folded or pressed closed to encapsulate the hair and product. A particular technique described involves the following steps:
- Press the foil together: Bring the edges of the foil together over the hair.
- Repeat pressing: Continue pressing the foil together three times. This action helps to create a tighter seal and reduce the width of the folded section.
- Achieve desired thickness: The goal is to press the foil until the folded edge is approximately 2 inches thick. This indicates a secure, condensed fold.
- Utilize a comb: The edge of a comb can be used to assist in pressing and sealing the foil edges. As stated in the reference, you "Press press and it's closed" using the comb's edge.
This method ensures the foil stays in place, and the hair color processes effectively within the confined space.
Step-by-Step Folding (Securing) Summary
Here is a quick overview of the pressing and securing technique:
- Position hair and product on the foil.
- Fold or bring the foil edges together.
- Press the folded edges together three times.
- Continue pressing until the fold is about 2 inches thick.
- Use the edge of a comb to further press and secure the closure.
| Action | Key Detail |
|---|---|
| Initial Action | Bring foil edges together |
| Repetition | Press together three times |
| Target Result | 2 inches thick fold |
| Sealing Tool | Edge of a comb |
This specific folding technique focuses on the critical step of sealing the foil packet to ensure optimal results during hair coloring processes like highlighting.
