That sounds like a stunning color formulation, blending the depth of dark gray with a touch of silver and a playful splash of pink. Using Chromastics 8BV + 1N as a base is a great way to create a smoky gray foundation, while adding clear allows for variation in tone, giving you the ability to create both deep and lighter gray tones within the same application.

Application Using ColourWand Balayage Tools

With ColourWand balayage tools, you can refine the placement of your color and create a seamless blend of gray and pink with precision. Here’s how:

1. Base Color Application (Dark Gray)

• Apply the Chromastics 8BV + 1N mix from roots to mid-lengths.

• Use ColourWand balayage tools to feather and soften the transition into the lighter areas.

• For dimensional depth, vary the amount of clear added in different sections to create soft highs and lows.

2. Silver Gray Enhancements

• Mix 8BV + clear separately and apply with the angled ColourWand tool to brighten specific areas, ensuring the silver tones reflect light beautifully.

3. Splash of Pink for Contrast

• Use a vibrant or pastel pink overlay strategically placed in select sections.

• With the ColourWand tool, sweep the pink through the mid-lengths and ends, ensuring a natural diffusion into the gray base.

• This technique enhances movement and adds a modern pop of color without overpowering the silver.

4. Final Toning & Glazing (Optional)

• If needed, apply a toning glaze after processing to refine the silver-gray balance and ensure the pink stays vivid.

This method ensures a flawless blend of dark gray, silver, and pink, with the balayage technique adding depth and movement. The ColourWand’s 14-inch length and angled design make it easier to follow the head shape, ensuring a natural-looking placement.

Would love to hear your take—do you prefer a soft pastel pink, or are you leaning towards a bolder contrast?