To understand how to eliminate orange reflections, it’s essential to learn about the concept of UNDERTONES found beneath the surface of the hair’s natural color. The solution lies in neutralization. For blonde hair, use a purple or violet-blue color formula. For brown hair, blue neutralizes the orange tone. And for dark brown or black hair, green cancels out red hues. At home, to neutralize, start with a toning shampoo followed by a neutralizing mask. Lastly, apply conditioner.
Dark brown hair tends to have red undertones while lighter shades lean towards orange. This occurs due to the oxidation of pigments in colored hair. To correct this, opt for ‘neutralization’ using specific products: shampoo or conditioner with green pigments for red undertones and blue for orange tones.
Apply the toning shampoo starting at the roots and massaging it through to the ends. Leave it on for about 5 minutes to allow the pigments to penetrate effectively. For thin hair, be cautious not to leave the product on for too long to avoid over-toning.
For light brown, colored, or bleached hair, consider using Inebrya | Blondesse – No Orange Toning Mask. It neutralizes undesired orange-copper reflections.
For dyed hair, a hairdresser must remove the existing dye to apply pure pigments without an oxidizer. Subsequently, apply the desired red color.
To mask orange reflections, opt for a darker hair color. Mahogany or chocolate brown shades are ideal as they cover lighter dyes and complement a variety of skin tones.