All too often the terms “semi” and “demi” permanent are used almost interchangeably. But, if you look at the formulation and the application, semi and demi permanent hair colors are very different. To help you understand the differences between the two and which color is best for your needs, we’re breaking it all down below.
A very simple way to distinguish semi permanent versus demi permanent hair color is to look at it’s characteristics. Semi permanent hair color is only designed to last about 6-8 shampoos, contains a much larger color molecule and therefor cannot permeate into the hair strand. In contrast, demi permanent hair color has a much smaller color molecule when comparing to a semi, often lasts much longer and needs to be mixed with an oxidant to develop the color. While these components make them much different, this process of oxidation is one of the main distinctions between the two.
Shades EQ: The Ultimate Demi Permanent Hair Color
While Shades EQ is considered the hair color that thinks its a conditioner, this color is more technically a no-lift acidic demi-permanent hair color which enhances shine, and has a gentle processing making it ideal for toning, refreshing and blending natural, color treated, highlighted and gray hair. And, as a demi-permanent it requires a developer plus a set amount of time (20 minutes) to fully develop.
Shades EQ: The Highlights
- Refreshes natural or previously colored hair
- A gloss with unbeatable shine
- Creates dimension
- Enhances tone for cool, warm or neutral finishes
- Corrects unwanted tones or discoloration like brassiness or yellowing
What You Can Use Shades EQ For:
- When blonding
- To create fashion reflects
- To create cool, warm or neutral color
- When color correcting
- To blend or soften greys
- After lightening to help close the cuticle layer
- To quickly reverse yellowing or brassiness
Upkeep Tips for Shades EQ
From color care to added shine and cutting down on damage, adding a targeted home care routine can help enhance, elongate and improve the life of your Shades EQ gloss. When it comes to choosing a routine, we love a mix of Acidic Bonding Concentrate and Acidic Color Gloss routinely to both cut down and improve damage and promise an unbelievable shine.
Acidic Bonding Concentrate
When in need of repair or strength following any color service, Acidic Bonding Concentrate is your best match. With the ability to repair strands from the inside out this range works to enhance the brilliance of your strands alongside a stunning shade, just ask Sabrina Carpenter. Plus with new Acidic Bonding Curls, you can choose designated curl care that also looks after the integrity of your color treated hair.
Acidic Bonding Concentrate Complete Set
Acidic Color Gloss
If a glass-like shine is what you’re after, reach for Acidic Color Gloss. With the ability to create unbelievable shine while also sealing your cuticle to lock in color, this system is a must-have to create a high gloss finish.
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