When it comes to hair colour and mixing formulas, it is imperative to learn, create, and implement new techniques in the salon. One of COLOR.ME by KEVIN.MURPHY’s favourite methods are the addition of BOOSTERS in hair colour formulas. BOOSTERS are highly concentrated shades such as GREEN, BLUE, YELLOW or PINK.VIOLET that can be mixed into any existing hair colour.
If runway shows were any indication, individualisation is a key trend this year and unique shades are exactly what the clients will be looking for this season. “BOOSTERS allow me to create infinite colour possibilities while keeping up with client demands for unique, tailor-made SHADES, personalisation and colour customisation,” says COLOR.ME COLOR.MASTER Leland Olson. This is the easiest way to make your colour stand out from the rest and to put your own personal spin on a style!
Boosters are such great tools when it comes to perfecting your hair colour because they add intrigue and depth to any shade and create infinite possibilities within the range. “Whether I’m looking to BRIGHTEN, ENHANCE, or CUSTOMISE a colour formula, BOOSTERS allow me to create endless colour formulas using COLOR.ME by KEVIN.MURPHY. I love adding ORANGE or YELLOW BOOSTER to brighten my colours, where BOOSTERS like BLUE or GREEN help to add extra coolness and depth to my results,” says COLOR.ME COLOR.MASTER Leland Olson. Keep reading for even more tips and a peek at our favourite colour formulas for the season ahead!
BONDI BLONDE
For a natural beigey sand-swept blonde, apply:
10G 11.2 + 10G 11.3 + 10G CLEAR + 6G SOFT.VIOLET + CREAM.ACTIVATOR 3.5 VOL. (1%)
DEVELOPMENT TIME: 3-20 MINUTES
POLAR AMETHYST
To create a bold, violaceous plum, apply:
20G 5.8 + 20G 5.86 + 3G BLUE + CREAM.ACTIVATOR 20 VOL. (6%)
DEVELOPMENT TIME: 35 MINUTES
PEPPERMINT
For a sheer and soft peppermint result, apply:
15G 9.31 + 20G CLEAR + 2.5G GREEN + CREAM.ACTIVATOR 10 VOL. (3%)
DEVELOPMENT TIME: 25 MINUTES
GOLDEN BAROQUE
To create an illuminated golden chocolate, apply:
10G 6.7 + 30G 7.7 + 8G YELLOW + CREAM.ACTIVATOR 20 VOL. (6%)
DEVELOPMENT TIME: 35 MINUTES
LIVING CORAL
For a glowing tropical coral result, apply:
5G 11.2 + 3G 8.4 + 25G CLEAR + 3G 7.46 + 1G RED + CREAM.ACTIVATOR 10 VOL. (3%)
DEVELOPMENT TIME: 25 MINUTES
AURA QUARTZ
To create a blistering, fiery Copper, apply:
12G 8.34 + 25G 8.4 + 4G ORANGE + CREAM.ACTIVATOR 20 VOL. (6%)
DEVELOPMENT TIME: 35 MINUTES
VELVET ROSE
For a deep, cool-iridescent roseate brunette, apply:
8G 5.1 + 24G 4.7 + 2G PINK.VIOLET + CREAM.ACTIVATOR 10 VOL. (3%)
DEVELOPMENT TIME: 25 MINUTES
*NOTE: Results will vary depending on starting depth and porosity of the hair.
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