CutbyKim

✨ Soft, bright & beautifully blended.

This transformation wasn't about making her blonder—it was about creating a brighter, more dimensional look that still felt natural and effortless.

Here's what we focused on:

🤍 Brightened the face frame to add light around her complexion.

✨ Added soft, strategically placed highlights to create movement and dimension.

🤎 Maintained depth at the root for a seamless grow-out and lower-maintenance upkeep.

🌿 Finished with a customized toner to soften unwanted warmth while keeping the blonde healthy, shiny, and natural-looking.

One of my favorite parts of creating color is designing it specifically for the person sitting in my chair. No two formulas or placements are exactly the same because your hair, lifestyle, and maintenance goals are unique.

My goal is simple: create hair that looks beautiful the day you leave the salon—and continues to look beautiful for weeks afterward.

📍Cut by Kim | Gig Harbor, WA

✨ Healthy Hair. Beautiful Dimension.

If you're ready for a color that's customized just for you, I'd love to help.

For all things hair, subscribe to my blog Color Me Beautiful, The Cut by Kim Journal.

✨ Dimension isn't accidental—it's customized.

For this client, the goal wasn't to make her blonde. It was to create a soft, dimensional look that felt brighter while still looking completely natural.

Here's how I approached it:

🤍 Brightened the face frame to bring light around her complexion.

🤎 Kept a neutral chocolate ash blonde base to create depth and richness instead of making everything one solid color.

✨ Added soft ribbons of brighter blonde through the mids and ends to create movement and reflect the light naturally.

🌿 Blended everything together so there are no harsh lines as it grows out—making this a beautiful, lower-maintenance color.

I love creating color that doesn't scream "fresh highlights." Instead, I want people to notice healthy, shiny hair and wonder why it looks so effortlessly beautiful.

Every color I create is customized for your natural hair, skin tone, lifestyle, and maintenance goals. There isn't a one-formula-fits-all approach—and that's exactly how it should be.

Thinking about refreshing your color? I'd love to create a look that's uniquely yours.
Book an appointment online at www.cutbykim.com or text me at 253-312-6290

📍 Gig Harbor, WA

✨ 3 habits that could be causing your hair color to fade faster...

You invest a lot of time (and money!) into your hair, so let's make sure it lasts.

Here are three of the biggest culprits I see:

🫧 1. Washing with harsh cleansers
Some shampoos contain stronger detergents that can strip away natural oils and cause your color to fade more quickly.

🔥 2. Heat styling without protection
Hot tools can dry out the hair, dull shine, and shorten the life of your color if you skip a quality heat protectant.

💧 3. Mineral buildup from hard water
Minerals like calcium, magnesium, copper, and iron can leave your hair feeling dull, heavy, and make blondes look brassy over time.

The good news? These are all things you can help prevent with the right home care routine.

I dive deeper into each of these—and explain what ingredients to look for when choosing shampoo—in my newest Color Me Beautiful blog.

📖 Read the full article through the link in my bio.

💬 Which one surprised you the most?



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💡 Are you accidentally washing hundreds of dollars down the drain?

You invest time and money into beautiful hair—so what you use at home matters just as much as what happens in the salon.

In my newest Color Me Beautiful blog, I dive into:

✨ Why some shampoos can cause your color to fade faster
✨ Which ingredients are worth paying attention to (and why they're not always as simple as "good" or "bad")
✨ The truth about professional hair care vs. over-the-counter products
✨ What product diversion is—and why buying from an authorized salon matters

My goal isn't to sell you products—it's to help you understand how to protect the investment you've already made in your hair.

If you've ever wondered whether professional hair care is really worth it, this one's for you.

📖 Read the full blog, Color Me Beautiful, on my website and let me know what you think!



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💭 Is professional hair care really worth the investment?

It's one of the questions I'm asked most often—and the answer might surprise you.

Professional hair care isn't just about a brand name. It's about thoughtful formulations, ingredients that support healthy hair, and products designed to help protect the time and money you've invested in your color.

In my newest Color Me Beautiful blog, I break down:
✨ Why some shampoos can cause color to fade faster
✨ Common ingredients to be aware of (and why they're not always "bad")
✨ What product diversion is—and why it matters
✨ How to choose products that keep your hair healthier between appointments

Healthy hair doesn't happen by chance—it happens with the right routine.

📖 Read the full blog on my website.
🛍️ Need help choosing the right products for your hair? I'm always happy to help.

✨ Beautiful hair starts with healthy hair.



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✨ Soft dimension never goes out of style. ✨

This custom color is all about balance—a neutral chocolate ash blonde base paired with brighter blonde highlights for the perfect blend of depth, brightness, and movement.

The result? Hair that looks naturally sun-kissed, feels effortless, and has beautiful dimension from every angle. No harsh lines, no heavy contrast—just seamless color that grows out softly and stays beautiful between appointments.

If you're looking for a blonde that's bright without being high-maintenance, this is the sweet spot.

🤍 Custom color designed specifically for your hair and lifestyle.
✨ Healthy shine.
✨ Soft, dimensional blonde.
✨ Lived-in grow out.

Ready for your own custom color transformation? Send me a message or book your consultation!

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A great haircut should do just as much work as the color.

For this transformation, I refreshed her blonde while creating a textured, modern bob that adds movement, volume, and effortless styling. The soft blonde tones keep everything bright and dimensional while the shape gives her hair that fresh, polished finish.

✔️ Bright dimensional blonde
✔️ Soft root blend for easy grow-out
✔️ Precision bob with texture and movement
✔️ Easy everyday styling

The right combination of color and cut can completely transform fine or flat hair into something fuller, softer, and more modern.

Ready for a fresh blonde or a new shape? I'd love to help you find a look that fits your lifestyle and grows out beautifully.

✨ Cut & Color by Kim



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This transformation was all about creating a more natural, lived-in look while softening unwanted warmth.

We started with hair that had strong copper and orange tones throughout the mids and ends. The goal was to create a richer brunette with natural dimension while keeping brightness around the face for a soft, sun-kissed effect.

🎨 Custom color correction to neutralize excess warmth

🌰 Rich brunette tones for depth and shine

☀️ Delicate face-framing highlights to brighten and soften

✨ Gloss for added shine and tone refinement

The result is a dimensional brunette that feels effortless, grows out beautifully, and complements her skin tone much more naturally.

One of my favorite things about transformations like this is that the hair still has movement and lightness, but without the brassiness.

Thinking about going darker without feeling too dark?

Let's create a custom color plan that works with your lifestyle, maintenance goals, and natural coloring.
To book online click link in bio or call/text 253-312-6290
📍 Cut by Kim | Gig Harbor