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FAQ's - Permanent Colors

One of the biggest color trends in recent years is blonding. Today, everybody wants to be blonde, and advanced color chemistry has made it easier and faster to transform even darker Levels of haircolor into radiant blondes. How do top colorists do it?

Top colorists freely interpret the word "blonde", not limiting their visions to double-processed pale shades. New Concept blonding takes advantage of a client's natural melanin to create blonde shades uniquely theirs. This philosophy enables even dark brown hair to be a warm honey or caramel blonde in only one step. Color artistry does not need to be time-consuming to be gorgeous. Check out these Creative Techniques: Mod Blonde, Soulful Blonde, Power Blonde.

What is a permanent haircolor?

A permanent color alters natural haircolor to lighten, deepen or cover gray completely in one easy step. The color must be mixed with 10, 20, 30 or 40 volume developer to provide the lifting action. Permanent color lasts until you choose to change the color or cut the hair.

What is the difference between a liquid and a creme developer?

The major difference is the consistency of the product when mixed with a haircolor. Liquid developers create a more gel-like consistency and flow easily through the tip of an applicator bottle. Creme developers create a thicker, creamier consistency when mixed with color and are an excellent choice for bowl-and-brush applications.

How do I know what volume of developer to use for the best haircolor result?

The volume of developer controls the amount of light a color can provide. Here’s a simple guide to help you choose the right volume of developer.

Levels 1 - 3 (Black to Medium Brown)		Levels 4 - 10 (Light Brown to Lightest Blonde)
10 Volume	Minimal lift, deposit	10 Volume	1 Level of lift
20 Volume	1 Level of lift/gray coverage	20 Volume	2 Levels of lift/gray coverage
30 Volume	2 Levels of lift	30 Volume	3 Levels of lift
40 Volume	3 Levels of lift	40 Volume	4 Levels of lift

Note: 40 volume developer is not recommended for relaxed or permed hair.

How many Levels do high-lift blondes lighten?

Miss Clairol, Torrids or Complements high-lift blondes lighten up to 5 Levels in one easy step. Mix 2 oz. of color with 4 oz. 40 volume Clairol Professional developer. Use on hair that is Level 5 - Lightest Brown or lighter for the best results.

Why is it recommended to formulate Clairol GrayBusters 1 Level lighter if the hair is less than 50% gray?

GrayBusters were created with extra color built-in to help cover the gray better in 30 minutes. When used on pigmented hair, the color looks slightly deeper.

How can I intensify reds that fade?

Try the Miss Clairol Real Reds for the most intense reds. Add 1/2 oz. to 1 oz. of the desired color to your existing formula or try Miss Clairol Real Reds alone for maximum intensity:

203RR	Reddest Mahogany
204RR	Reddest Copper Red
206RR	Reddest Fire Red
208RR	Reddest Sunset Red