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Last updated: June 17, 2019

Crisscross Color Melt

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  • Formula A

    Vero K-PAK VeroLight Lightening Powder + 10-volume Veroxide

  • Formula B

    LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 9NV

  • Formula C

    Color Intensity Metallic Violet

  • Formula D

    Color Intensity Metallic Rose

  • Formula E

    Color Intensity Metallic Mauve Quartz

  • Formula F

    Color Intensity Metallic Pewter

  • Formula G

    Color Intensity Metallic Bronze

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1

Prelighten the hair to a Level 9 with Formula A, then tone to a neutral pale blonde with Formula B.

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  • Formula A

    Vero K-PAK VeroLight Lightening Powder + 10-volume Veroxide

  • Formula B

    LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 9NV

  • Formula C

    Color Intensity Metallic Violet

  • Formula D

    Color Intensity Metallic Rose

  • Formula E

    Color Intensity Metallic Mauve Quartz

  • Formula F

    Color Intensity Metallic Pewter

  • Formula G

    Color Intensity Metallic Bronze

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2
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  • Formula A

    Vero K-PAK VeroLight Lightening Powder + 10-volume Veroxide

  • Formula B

    LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 9NV

  • Formula C

    Color Intensity Metallic Violet

  • Formula D

    Color Intensity Metallic Rose

  • Formula E

    Color Intensity Metallic Mauve Quartz

  • Formula F

    Color Intensity Metallic Pewter

  • Formula G

    Color Intensity Metallic Bronze

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3

Section the hair into four quadrants as shown.

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  • Formula A

    Vero K-PAK VeroLight Lightening Powder + 10-volume Veroxide

  • Formula B

    LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 9NV

  • Formula C

    Color Intensity Metallic Violet

  • Formula D

    Color Intensity Metallic Rose

  • Formula E

    Color Intensity Metallic Mauve Quartz

  • Formula F

    Color Intensity Metallic Pewter

  • Formula G

    Color Intensity Metallic Bronze

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4

Begin at the bottom left. Starting at the nape, work upwards in vertical slices, shadowing the root with Formula C. Repeat on the right section.

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  • Formula A

    Vero K-PAK VeroLight Lightening Powder + 10-volume Veroxide

  • Formula B

    LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 9NV

  • Formula C

    Color Intensity Metallic Violet

  • Formula D

    Color Intensity Metallic Rose

  • Formula E

    Color Intensity Metallic Mauve Quartz

  • Formula F

    Color Intensity Metallic Pewter

  • Formula G

    Color Intensity Metallic Bronze

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5

Create a shadow root using Formula C that is 1 inch in the front and 3 inches longer in the back. This helps create a base for the brighter end color that contours the curve of the head. Repeat on the top left and right sections.

Pro Tip: Create peaks and valleys with the brush to prevent harsh, unnatural lines between colors.

close formula
  • Formula A

    Vero K-PAK VeroLight Lightening Powder + 10-volume Veroxide

  • Formula B

    LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 9NV

  • Formula C

    Color Intensity Metallic Violet

  • Formula D

    Color Intensity Metallic Rose

  • Formula E

    Color Intensity Metallic Mauve Quartz

  • Formula F

    Color Intensity Metallic Pewter

  • Formula G

    Color Intensity Metallic Bronze

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6

Move to the two top front sections. Take vertical slices and melt Formula D from the Formula C shadow root through to the ends. Use your fingers to blend the two colors together. Continue using Formula 2 until you reach the area just in front of the ear.

close formula
  • Formula A

    Vero K-PAK VeroLight Lightening Powder + 10-volume Veroxide

  • Formula B

    LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 9NV

  • Formula C

    Color Intensity Metallic Violet

  • Formula D

    Color Intensity Metallic Rose

  • Formula E

    Color Intensity Metallic Mauve Quartz

  • Formula F

    Color Intensity Metallic Pewter

  • Formula G

    Color Intensity Metallic Bronze

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7

In the area in front of the ear, transition to Formula E. For a seamless transition between Formulas D and E, and all the colors in between, take a section between the two sections and overlay the two colors to create the Crisscross Color Melt.

close formula
  • Formula A

    Vero K-PAK VeroLight Lightening Powder + 10-volume Veroxide

  • Formula B

    LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 9NV

  • Formula C

    Color Intensity Metallic Violet

  • Formula D

    Color Intensity Metallic Rose

  • Formula E

    Color Intensity Metallic Mauve Quartz

  • Formula F

    Color Intensity Metallic Pewter

  • Formula G

    Color Intensity Metallic Bronze

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8

As you reach the back, follow the natural curve of the head by switching slices from vertical to diagonal. This will crisscross the colors and allow for a seamless gradiant transition into Formula F on the ends.

close formula
  • Formula A

    Vero K-PAK VeroLight Lightening Powder + 10-volume Veroxide

  • Formula B

    LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 9NV

  • Formula C

    Color Intensity Metallic Violet

  • Formula D

    Color Intensity Metallic Rose

  • Formula E

    Color Intensity Metallic Mauve Quartz

  • Formula F

    Color Intensity Metallic Pewter

  • Formula G

    Color Intensity Metallic Bronze

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9

Continue with the Formula E section to just past the ear, then transition into Formula F using the same overlaying technique as before. Leave out the section below the occipital bone.

close formula
  • Formula A

    Vero K-PAK VeroLight Lightening Powder + 10-volume Veroxide

  • Formula B

    LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 9NV

  • Formula C

    Color Intensity Metallic Violet

  • Formula D

    Color Intensity Metallic Rose

  • Formula E

    Color Intensity Metallic Mauve Quartz

  • Formula F

    Color Intensity Metallic Pewter

  • Formula G

    Color Intensity Metallic Bronze

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10

For the bottom section, melt Formula G into Formula C, followed by Formula D on the ends for a beautiful pop of color.

close formula
  • Formula A

    Vero K-PAK VeroLight Lightening Powder + 10-volume Veroxide

  • Formula B

    LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 9NV

  • Formula C

    Color Intensity Metallic Violet

  • Formula D

    Color Intensity Metallic Rose

  • Formula E

    Color Intensity Metallic Mauve Quartz

  • Formula F

    Color Intensity Metallic Pewter

  • Formula G

    Color Intensity Metallic Bronze

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Repeat the process on the opposite side, melting Formula G into Formula C. Process for 25 to 30 minutes. Shampoo with K-PAK Color Therapy, then follow with K-PAK Color Therapy Luster Lock. Send your client home with Color Co+Wash Whipped Cleansing Conditioner to maintain color vibrancy.

close formula
  • Formula A

    Vero K-PAK VeroLight Lightening Powder + 10-volume Veroxide

  • Formula B

    LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 9NV

  • Formula C

    Color Intensity Metallic Violet

  • Formula D

    Color Intensity Metallic Rose

  • Formula E

    Color Intensity Metallic Mauve Quartz

  • Formula F

    Color Intensity Metallic Pewter

  • Formula G

    Color Intensity Metallic Bronze

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12
close formula
  • Formula A

    Vero K-PAK VeroLight Lightening Powder + 10-volume Veroxide

  • Formula B

    LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 9NV

  • Formula C

    Color Intensity Metallic Violet

  • Formula D

    Color Intensity Metallic Rose

  • Formula E

    Color Intensity Metallic Mauve Quartz

  • Formula F

    Color Intensity Metallic Pewter

  • Formula G

    Color Intensity Metallic Bronze

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Finished look.

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  • Formula A

    Vero K-PAK VeroLight Lightening Powder + 10-volume Veroxide

  • Formula B

    LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 9NV

  • Formula C

    Color Intensity Metallic Violet

  • Formula D

    Color Intensity Metallic Rose

  • Formula E

    Color Intensity Metallic Mauve Quartz

  • Formula F

    Color Intensity Metallic Pewter

  • Formula G

    Color Intensity Metallic Bronze

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Finished look.

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  • Formula A

    Vero K-PAK VeroLight Lightening Powder + 10-volume Veroxide

  • Formula B

    LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 9NV

  • Formula C

    Color Intensity Metallic Violet

  • Formula D

    Color Intensity Metallic Rose

  • Formula E

    Color Intensity Metallic Mauve Quartz

  • Formula F

    Color Intensity Metallic Pewter

  • Formula G

    Color Intensity Metallic Bronze

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Crisscross Color Melt

Switching your slices from vertical to diagonal creates this crisscross technique that’s amped up with the addition of metallic hues. Check out Ricardo Santiago (@stylistricardosantiago), Joico Global Guest Artist, create this cool color melt!

 

 

Manufacturer: Joico, @joico

COLOR FORMULAS

  • Formula A

    Vero K-PAK VeroLight Lightening Powder + 10-volume Veroxide

  • Formula B

    LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 9NV

  • Formula C

    Color Intensity Metallic Violet

  • Formula D

    Color Intensity Metallic Rose

  • Formula E

    Color Intensity Metallic Mauve Quartz

  • Formula F

    Color Intensity Metallic Pewter

  • Formula G

    Color Intensity Metallic Bronze

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HOW-TO STEPS

  • open color formula
    close formula
    • Formula A

      Vero K-PAK VeroLight Lightening Powder + 10-volume Veroxide

    • Formula B

      LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 9NV

    • Formula C

      Color Intensity Metallic Violet

    • Formula D

      Color Intensity Metallic Rose

    • Formula E

      Color Intensity Metallic Mauve Quartz

    • Formula F

      Color Intensity Metallic Pewter

    • Formula G

      Color Intensity Metallic Bronze

    1

    Prelighten the hair to a Level 9 with Formula A, then tone to a neutral pale blonde with Formula B.

  • open color formula
    close formula
    • Formula A

      Vero K-PAK VeroLight Lightening Powder + 10-volume Veroxide

    • Formula B

      LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 9NV

    • Formula C

      Color Intensity Metallic Violet

    • Formula D

      Color Intensity Metallic Rose

    • Formula E

      Color Intensity Metallic Mauve Quartz

    • Formula F

      Color Intensity Metallic Pewter

    • Formula G

      Color Intensity Metallic Bronze

    2
  • open color formula
    close formula
    • Formula A

      Vero K-PAK VeroLight Lightening Powder + 10-volume Veroxide

    • Formula B

      LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 9NV

    • Formula C

      Color Intensity Metallic Violet

    • Formula D

      Color Intensity Metallic Rose

    • Formula E

      Color Intensity Metallic Mauve Quartz

    • Formula F

      Color Intensity Metallic Pewter

    • Formula G

      Color Intensity Metallic Bronze

    3

    Section the hair into four quadrants as shown.

  • open color formula
    close formula
    • Formula A

      Vero K-PAK VeroLight Lightening Powder + 10-volume Veroxide

    • Formula B

      LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 9NV

    • Formula C

      Color Intensity Metallic Violet

    • Formula D

      Color Intensity Metallic Rose

    • Formula E

      Color Intensity Metallic Mauve Quartz

    • Formula F

      Color Intensity Metallic Pewter

    • Formula G

      Color Intensity Metallic Bronze

    4

    Begin at the bottom left. Starting at the nape, work upwards in vertical slices, shadowing the root with Formula C. Repeat on the right section.

  • open color formula
    close formula
    • Formula A

      Vero K-PAK VeroLight Lightening Powder + 10-volume Veroxide

    • Formula B

      LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 9NV

    • Formula C

      Color Intensity Metallic Violet

    • Formula D

      Color Intensity Metallic Rose

    • Formula E

      Color Intensity Metallic Mauve Quartz

    • Formula F

      Color Intensity Metallic Pewter

    • Formula G

      Color Intensity Metallic Bronze

    5

    Create a shadow root using Formula C that is 1 inch in the front and 3 inches longer in the back. This helps create a base for the brighter end color that contours the curve of the head. Repeat on the top left and right sections.

    Pro Tip: Create peaks and valleys with the brush to prevent harsh, unnatural lines between colors.

  • open color formula
    close formula
    • Formula A

      Vero K-PAK VeroLight Lightening Powder + 10-volume Veroxide

    • Formula B

      LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 9NV

    • Formula C

      Color Intensity Metallic Violet

    • Formula D

      Color Intensity Metallic Rose

    • Formula E

      Color Intensity Metallic Mauve Quartz

    • Formula F

      Color Intensity Metallic Pewter

    • Formula G

      Color Intensity Metallic Bronze

    6

    Move to the two top front sections. Take vertical slices and melt Formula D from the Formula C shadow root through to the ends. Use your fingers to blend the two colors together. Continue using Formula 2 until you reach the area just in front of the ear.

  • open color formula
    close formula
    • Formula A

      Vero K-PAK VeroLight Lightening Powder + 10-volume Veroxide

    • Formula B

      LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 9NV

    • Formula C

      Color Intensity Metallic Violet

    • Formula D

      Color Intensity Metallic Rose

    • Formula E

      Color Intensity Metallic Mauve Quartz

    • Formula F

      Color Intensity Metallic Pewter

    • Formula G

      Color Intensity Metallic Bronze

    7

    In the area in front of the ear, transition to Formula E. For a seamless transition between Formulas D and E, and all the colors in between, take a section between the two sections and overlay the two colors to create the Crisscross Color Melt.

  • open color formula
    close formula
    • Formula A

      Vero K-PAK VeroLight Lightening Powder + 10-volume Veroxide

    • Formula B

      LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 9NV

    • Formula C

      Color Intensity Metallic Violet

    • Formula D

      Color Intensity Metallic Rose

    • Formula E

      Color Intensity Metallic Mauve Quartz

    • Formula F

      Color Intensity Metallic Pewter

    • Formula G

      Color Intensity Metallic Bronze

    8

    As you reach the back, follow the natural curve of the head by switching slices from vertical to diagonal. This will crisscross the colors and allow for a seamless gradiant transition into Formula F on the ends.

  • open color formula
    close formula
    • Formula A

      Vero K-PAK VeroLight Lightening Powder + 10-volume Veroxide

    • Formula B

      LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 9NV

    • Formula C

      Color Intensity Metallic Violet

    • Formula D

      Color Intensity Metallic Rose

    • Formula E

      Color Intensity Metallic Mauve Quartz

    • Formula F

      Color Intensity Metallic Pewter

    • Formula G

      Color Intensity Metallic Bronze

    9

    Continue with the Formula E section to just past the ear, then transition into Formula F using the same overlaying technique as before. Leave out the section below the occipital bone.

  • open color formula
    close formula
    • Formula A

      Vero K-PAK VeroLight Lightening Powder + 10-volume Veroxide

    • Formula B

      LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 9NV

    • Formula C

      Color Intensity Metallic Violet

    • Formula D

      Color Intensity Metallic Rose

    • Formula E

      Color Intensity Metallic Mauve Quartz

    • Formula F

      Color Intensity Metallic Pewter

    • Formula G

      Color Intensity Metallic Bronze

    10

    For the bottom section, melt Formula G into Formula C, followed by Formula D on the ends for a beautiful pop of color.

  • open color formula
    close formula
    • Formula A

      Vero K-PAK VeroLight Lightening Powder + 10-volume Veroxide

    • Formula B

      LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 9NV

    • Formula C

      Color Intensity Metallic Violet

    • Formula D

      Color Intensity Metallic Rose

    • Formula E

      Color Intensity Metallic Mauve Quartz

    • Formula F

      Color Intensity Metallic Pewter

    • Formula G

      Color Intensity Metallic Bronze

    11

    Repeat the process on the opposite side, melting Formula G into Formula C. Process for 25 to 30 minutes. Shampoo with K-PAK Color Therapy, then follow with K-PAK Color Therapy Luster Lock. Send your client home with Color Co+Wash Whipped Cleansing Conditioner to maintain color vibrancy.

  • open color formula
    close formula
    • Formula A

      Vero K-PAK VeroLight Lightening Powder + 10-volume Veroxide

    • Formula B

      LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 9NV

    • Formula C

      Color Intensity Metallic Violet

    • Formula D

      Color Intensity Metallic Rose

    • Formula E

      Color Intensity Metallic Mauve Quartz

    • Formula F

      Color Intensity Metallic Pewter

    • Formula G

      Color Intensity Metallic Bronze

    12
  • open color formula
    close formula
    • Formula A

      Vero K-PAK VeroLight Lightening Powder + 10-volume Veroxide

    • Formula B

      LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 9NV

    • Formula C

      Color Intensity Metallic Violet

    • Formula D

      Color Intensity Metallic Rose

    • Formula E

      Color Intensity Metallic Mauve Quartz

    • Formula F

      Color Intensity Metallic Pewter

    • Formula G

      Color Intensity Metallic Bronze

    13

    Finished look.

  • 14

    Finished look.

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