How do you use Wella Permanent Liquid hair color?

Mix Ratio: 1 part haircolor, 2 parts developer. Lighter than natural shade, first time application: Develop for 15 minutes, check, then process up to an additional 15 minutes or until color is even.

How long do you leave Wella permanent hair color on?

Once the color is completely applied to hair, wait 20 minutes. For resistant gray hair, you may need to leave color on for an additional 5 minutes, for no longer than a total of 30 minutes.

Do you apply Wella Color Charm to wet or dry hair?

Apply your Wella Toner to damp, towel dried hair. This will help the toner not to ‘grab’ at sections of the hair (which can leave some parts more toned than others).

How much developer do I use for color?

So one tube of color with 3.5 oz of developer should give enough mix for most full head applications. By using your fingers you can spread out the color (avoid patches) and also deposit more color into the cortex just as the cuticle is opening up.

Do you shampoo after permanent color?

“After having your hair colored, wait a full 72 hours before shampooing,” says Eva Scrivo, a hairstylist in New York City. “It takes up to three days for the cuticle layer to fully close, which traps the color molecule, allowing for longer lasting hair color.”

Can you put permanent hair color on wet hair?

You can dye your hair while it’s wet, but the color might be less vibrant, it might not last as long, and it might be a little more uneven than it would be if you colored it while it was dry.

What is the ratio for mixing hair color and developer?

The hair color and the developer are mixed in a certain ratio to form a tint mixture which is then applied to the hair. Mixing ratio is usually 1:1, 1:1.5 or 1:2 (for an extra strong lightening effect).

Should I use conditioner after coloring my hair?

Condition your hair right after dyeing. Usually some sort of conditioner is included with the dye product that is to be applied. If there is not, condition your entire head using your usual conditioner, leave in for at least three minutes, then rinse out with cool water.

How do you wash your hair after dying it at home?

How to Maintain Your Color-Treated Hair

  1. After coloring, wait a full 72 hrs before shampooing.
  2. Use sulfate-free shampoo and conditioner.
  3. Add dye to your conditioner.
  4. Turn down water temperature when shampooing.
  5. Wash hair less often.
  6. On off days, use dry shampoo.
  7. Use leave-in treatments to protect hair color when styling.