It’s inevitable — at one point or another, all hair turns gray. This happens when your hair stops producing as much melanin a.k.a the pigment that gives your hair its color. As this slows, hair begins to turn gray which can present a challenge for some. In addition to changing color, the hair can also change texture leaving you with a different head of hair than you’re used to. While many hair dyes only concentrate on gray coverage, Redken, Color Gels Oils provide up to 100% gray coverage while also improving the shine and condition of your hair.
What Is Gray Coverage?
If you’re new to all things gray hair, gray coverage includes using a permanent (or demi-permanent) hair color dye to cover and conceal gray hair. Permanent hair options will last much longer as they deposit dye into the hair shaft, while demi-permanent options only coat the outside.
The Best Hair Color Best for Shiny, Conditioned Gray Coverage
Traditionally, demi-permanent hair colors are less damaging, but with the latest innovation from Redken, Color Gels Oils also looks after the shine and condition of the hair. Free of ammonia, scent, silicone, PPD, and animal-derived ingredients, this liquid hair color from Redken, gives outstanding 100% gray coverage while rejuvenating the hair with ingredients like apricot oil that add shine and condition.
If you’re looking to blend or cover your gray hair, with a few helpful techniques and the right products, gray coverage is easier than you think. Plus with Shades EQ tonal matches, the ability to use cream oxide developer, and a no-drip technology, you’ve just unlocked endless creative options to create gorgeous (gray coverage) behind the chair.
In addition to gray coverage and increased shine and condition, Redken, Color Gels Oils deliver vibrant results that make this a must-have permanent hair color option whether or not you have gray hair. With 30% more condition* and 78% more shine**, this permanent hair color option works on all hair textures and types. *vs. non-conditioning shampoo**vs. uncolored hair.
The Top Tips For Gray Coverage
While the right product can make a difference, the application also matters. For best results, Redken Ambassador Rachel Redd suggests the following tips for flawless gray coverage.
@redken Redken Ambassador @rachel_redd gives her top 3 tips when it comes to grey coverage when working with Color Gel Oils. Apply color in a patting motion, on paper thin sections. Always crosscheck your application for better saturation. Process for 35-40mins for deeper results. #colorgeloils #redkencolor #greycoverage original sound – Redken
- When applying color, use a patting motion on paper-thin sections to ensure the product penetrates each section for full coverage.
- Cross-check sections to ensure full saturation on all sections.
- Process for 34-40 minutes for deeper results.
Home Care for Gray Coverage
Redken Color Gels Oils will set the pace for conditioned, shiny results. To keep those results, investing in hair care designed to improve the strength and condition of the hair from the inside out is key. With the Redken Acidic Bonding Concentrate system, you will notice a big improvement in your hair that only gets better with time. With a range of in-salon treatments and home care must-haves, Acidic Bonding Concentrate adds bond-building strength with Redken Bonding Care Complex which delivers intense condition, color fade protection, and smoother strands for all hair types. Choose from the following at-home hair care to enhance your Color Gels Oils results and continue to improve the strength, condition, and shine of your hair.
1. Redken Acidic Bonding Concentrate Intense Treatment
As one of the most concentrated Bonding Care Complex formulas, this pre-shampoo rinse-out treatment allows for a total hair transformation in just 5 minutes. After just a single use, you’ll notice 2x stronger and 14x smoother results. * The pH-balanced formula, featuring Citric Acid (an alpha hydroxy acid) will reinforce weakened bonds and lead to 90% more conditioned hair.*
2. Redken Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo and Conditioner
After rinsing Redken Acidic Bonding Concentrate Intense Treatment, follow with Redken Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo and Conditioner. The sulfate-free bonding shampoo and conditioner duo contains all-in-one formulas that strengthen, repair, and protect against color fade.
3. Redken Acidic Bonding Concentrate Lightweight Liquid Conditioner
Easy to apply and a must-have to repair hair and add volume, this lightweight liquid conditioner creates hair that is hair is 4x easier to detangle*** for 2 days of non-oily hair** and 48 hours of volume** with lightweight bond repair* creating stronger hair from the inside out for up to +1.5x more inner strength***. *with continued use **based on consumer test results – system of Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo & Lightweight Liquid Conditioner ***system of Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo & Lightweight Liquid Conditioner Vs. Non-Conditioning Shampoo.
4. Redken Acidic Bonding Concentrate Leave-In Treatment
Use it as a standalone or alongside the entire Acidic Bonding Concentrate range for best results — Redken Acidic Bonding Concentrate Leave-In Treatment protects the hair up to 450 degrees while fortifying weakened bonds and leading to 56% less breakage*, 88% less visible split ends** and 11x smoother hair**. From balancing the pH of the hair to leading to 88% less visible split ends in a single use, this treatment protects the entire strand — cortex, cuticle and end for smooth, silky, frizz-free results.
* When used as a system of Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo and Conditioner vs. non-conditioning shampoo (L’Oreal Product Test: Date: August 7, 2020)
** When used as a system of Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo, Conditioner and Leave-In Treatment vs. non-conditioning shampoo (L’Oreal Product Test :Date: August 6, 2020)
***When used as a system of Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo, Conditioner and Leave-In Treatment vs. non-conditioning shampoo (L’Oreal Product Test :Date: July 30th, 2020)
Acidic Bonding Concentrate Treatment
