The model on the right shows off the new Copper Wave technique by L'Oréal Professionnel.
The model on the right shows off the new Copper Wave technique by L'Oréal Professionnel.
Figure 1 - The Copper Wave look by L'Oréal Professionnel.
Figure 1 - The Copper Wave look by L'Oréal Professionnel.
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The inspiration for the Copper Wave technique by L'Oréal Professionnel comes from layering cosmetics, where you overlay touches of makeup. It lets you enhance shine without going through a radical transformation.

A copper tint lends itself perfectly to this new technique as it enhances and warms up the color of any hair. Like a blush, it simply brightens up the face. The secret? Sections of the hair, especially the tips, are colored with INOA Ammonia-Free hair color and wrapped in aluminum foil for an ultra-natural finish.

Paris Fashion Week designer Vanessa Bruno collaborated with Matthew Collins at L'Oréal Professionnel to curate this look.

Copper Wave comes in 10 shades; here are few to choose from: 8.34/8GC, 7.43/7CG, 7.44/7CC, 6.34/6GC, 5.4/5C

BASE COLOR FORMULA

Formula 1: ¾ INOA 7.44/7CC + ¼ INOA 5.4/5C + INOA Rich Developer 20-vol.

Formula 2: Blond Studio Freehand Techniques Powder + 30-vol. Majicrème Developer + Smartbond Step 1 Additive

Formula 3: ½ INOA 7.44/7CC + ½ INOA Clear + INOA Rich Developer 10-vol.

 

APPLICATION

  • Apply Formula 1 as a global application, process 35 minutes.
  • Shampoo with L’Oréal Professionnel's INOA Post Color Shampoo, power dry.
  • Create a 2-inch subsection around the perimeter of the head, isolate the interior hair.
  • Balayage Formula 2 in 10 triple point pieces clockwise, following the round of the head.
  • Process highlights to desired level of lightness, rinse and towel dry.
  • Apply Formula 3 as a global application, process 10 minutes, rinse and towel dry.
  • Complete color service with Smartbond Step 2 Pre Shampoo. Depending on hair length and density, apply 4 to 8 pumps of Smartbond Step 2 Pre Shampoo into hair from roots to ends. Leave on hair for 10 minutes at room temperature. Rinse thoroughly from hair.

REMOVAL AND RINSING

  • Wet, emulsify, rinse and shampoo twice with INOA Post-Color Shampoo.
  • Condition and lock in the color with Powerdose Color A-OX

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