From brunette to blonde: how to go from black to blonde without losing hair quality at Melenas
The transformation from deep brunette to glowing blonde is perhaps the most extreme and exciting journey a woman can take in a hair salon. Many fear this procedure after hearing horror stories about “ruined” hair. And they are right: if approached unprofessionally, the risk is high. However, at Melenas hair salon, we have turned black color removal into a safe and predictable art form. In 2026, technology allows for radical color changes while maintaining the shine and elasticity of your locks.
Why it’s complex and why you shouldn’t rush
Artificial black pigment is the most persistent in the palette. It is tightly lodged within the hair structure, and it cannot simply be covered with light paint (color doesn’t lift color!). To become a blonde, we must perform a “decapage”—a procedure to remove old pigment.
The main secret of Melenas Peluqueria is a step-by-step approach. We never promise a “platinum blonde in one visit” if it threatens your hair’s health. Often, achieving a clean, beautiful result requires 2 or 3 visits with breaks in between. This allows the hair to “rest” and restore its internal bonds.
Modern protection technology: the role of plex
In 2026, we do not work without protective systems. At every stage of lightening at Melenas, we use specialized “Plex” additives that protect the hair’s disulfide bonds at a molecular level. While the lightener dissolves the dark pigment, the “plex” rebuilds damaged areas of the cortex. As a result, you get a new color, but the hair quality remains high.
Stages of transformation at melenas
Consultation and strand test
This is a mandatory step in our salon. The master takes one thin strand in an inconspicuous area and performs a trial lightening. This allows us to see your hair’s history—what dyes were used before and what level of lightening we can realistically expect today.
Gentle acid wash and lightening
If the hair is overloaded with dark pigment, we start with an acid wash. It doesn’t destroy the hair structure but breaks the bonds between the paint molecules. Only after this preparation do we move on to lighteners, using low volumes of developer and modern techniques (like AirTouch) to create soft transitions and avoid spots.
Professional toning
The final stage is toning with ammonia-free dye, which fills the hair with shine and the desired shade, from honey gold to cool ash. Post-transformation, our stylists will provide a custom care plan including lipid masks and protein conditioners to keep your new blonde stunning.
Contact us for a consultation or booking:
- Phone: +34 962 145 000
- WhatsApp: +34 722 835 899