How To Use And Correctly Apply EcoColors Hair Color
How To Apply EcoColors Hair Dyes
Hair Color Processing Information
Strand test when using any new brand or formula to see which color formula you like best.
Allergy and Strand Test:
ALWAYS do a strand test (to determine the proper processing time for gray coverage, best proportions to mix, as well as to make sure it is your desired shade) and an allergy test according to the kit directions before applying any new color to your entire head. Allergies aren't to be taken lightly. Some allergies may develop over time with repeated exposure. Allergies can even build over a week after application. Just because EcoColors is p phenylenediamine (ppd) free, doesn't mean you won't react. There are other oxidative dyes present in nontoxic amounts that some individuals may be allergic to. Make sure to have a medical plan in place with your physician in case you do experience any kind of allergic symptom.
How to apply to new growth:
Mix equal parts color to developer and saturate this full strength mixture to roots only in a puddle of color. Processing time varies 30-45 minutes depending on resistance of gray. Strand test to determine proper processing time for your gray. For resistant gray, leave the color mixture on the grays for 45 minutes with plastic cap and heat for the first 5 minutes with a blow dryer.
How to color previously colored ends:
ALWAYS apply a diluted formula on previously colored ends. Take the remaining full strength (equal parts color to developer) mixture, dilute it by half with distilled water, apply to your previously colored ends, and process for the last 5-10 minutes of your processing time. If your ends are porous, you always apply in a diluted formula to the ends.
Root touch-up or saving color for future applications:
Whatever color you do not mix with developer may be saved for the following month's application or stored for up to a year. Once you mix color and developer, you must use it immediately.
Ingredients to avoid in shampoos:
SLS, Alkaline PH, Camomile, and Tea Tree which can cause fadage.