- Formula A (root shadow)
Redken Professionals Shades EQ 6GB + 5NW + Shades EQ Processing Solution (1:1)
- Formula B (lowlights)
6NCH + 7NCH + Processing Solution (1:1)
- Formula C (Gloss)
10AA + 8WG + 8C + Processing Solution
Warm, Dimensional Bronze
How to Formulate A Warm, Dimensional Bronze Hair Color
Redken Professional Ambassador Chris Weber (@chrisweberhair), created this gorgeous bronze hair color using exclusively Redken Shades EQ. The rich hue sits between brown and gold, and has a luminous, metallic undertone that gives it a natural, sun-kissed glow. Keep scrolling to screenshot the formula to recreate this warm hue.
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Formulas
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Formula A (root shadow)
Redken Professionals Shades EQ 6GB + 5NW + Shades EQ Processing Solution (1:1)
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Formula B (lowlights)
6NCH + 7NCH + Processing Solution (1:1)
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Formula C (Gloss)
10AA + 8WG + 8C + Processing Solution
Steps
1. Create a root shadow by painting Formula A at the root area, blending about one inch down to avoid a harsh line.
2. Apply Formula B in chosen sections to create lowlights for dimension and blending. Let process and rinse.
3. Apply Formula C all over from roots to ends. Let process for about 20 minutes then rinse.
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