Last updated: May 31, 2019

Dimensional Red Hybrid Color Melting Technique

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Prep:
Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 1: Bond Protecting Color Optimizer
Formula A (base):
Joico LumiShine Permanent Crème Color 5RRC + 20-Volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
Formula B (color blocking 1):
Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6CCR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
Formula C (color blocking 2):
Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6RR + 8RR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
Post:
Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 2: Bond Strengthening Color Treatment

Dimensional Red Hybrid Color Melting Technique

While some clients see sweet summertime as the ideal season to go brighter and blonder, others desire more of a dimensional power red. If you have clients in the latter group, then we have just the technique for you: celeb stylist Rick Henry’s (@rickhenryla) hybrid color melting/color blocking technique. Keep scrolling to learn step-by-step how he achieved this radiant red haircolor using the new Joico LumiShine Powerhouse Reds collection!

Colorist: Rick Henry

Manufacturer: Joico, @joico

COLOR FORMULAS

Prep:
Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 1: Bond Protecting Color Optimizer
Formula A (base):
Joico LumiShine Permanent Crème Color 5RRC + 20-Volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
Formula B (color blocking 1):
Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6CCR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
Formula C (color blocking 2):
Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6RR + 8RR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
Post:
Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 2: Bond Strengthening Color Treatment

Products Used

Defy Damage Pro-Series 1

Lumishine™ Permanent Crème Color

LumiShine™ Demi-Permanent Liquid Color

Defy Damage Protective Shampoo

Defy Damage Protective Conditioner

Defy Damage Pro-Series 2

Defy Damage Protective Shield

HOW-TO STEPS

- Prep:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 1: Bond Protecting Color Optimizer
- Formula A (base):
  Joico LumiShine Permanent Crème Color 5RRC + 20-Volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula B (color blocking 1):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6CCR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Formula C (color blocking 2):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6RR + 8RR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Post:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 2: Bond Strengthening Color Treatment
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Before
- Prep:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 1: Bond Protecting Color Optimizer
- Formula A (base):
  Joico LumiShine Permanent Crème Color 5RRC + 20-Volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula B (color blocking 1):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6CCR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Formula C (color blocking 2):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6RR + 8RR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Post:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 2: Bond Strengthening Color Treatment
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Prep the hair with Joico Defy Damage ProSeries 1 Bond-Protecting Color Optimizer, then create four equal sections.
- Prep:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 1: Bond Protecting Color Optimizer
- Formula A (base):
  Joico LumiShine Permanent Crème Color 5RRC + 20-Volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula B (color blocking 1):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6CCR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Formula C (color blocking 2):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6RR + 8RR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Post:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 2: Bond Strengthening Color Treatment
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Then, apply Formula A throughout the head in a shadow root method.
- Prep:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 1: Bond Protecting Color Optimizer
- Formula A (base):
  Joico LumiShine Permanent Crème Color 5RRC + 20-Volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula B (color blocking 1):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6CCR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Formula C (color blocking 2):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6RR + 8RR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Post:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 2: Bond Strengthening Color Treatment
4
Process for 35 minutes, then wash with Joico Defy Damage Protective Shampoo and Conditioner and blow-dry the hair.

- Prep:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 1: Bond Protecting Color Optimizer
- Formula A (base):
  Joico LumiShine Permanent Crème Color 5RRC + 20-Volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula B (color blocking 1):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6CCR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Formula C (color blocking 2):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6RR + 8RR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Post:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 2: Bond Strengthening Color Treatment
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Divide the hair on top and on the sides into eight triangular sections, leaving out the area from the occipital bone to the nape.

Note: The width of the triangles should reflect the density and head shape of the client.
- Prep:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 1: Bond Protecting Color Optimizer
- Formula A (base):
  Joico LumiShine Permanent Crème Color 5RRC + 20-Volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula B (color blocking 1):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6CCR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Formula C (color blocking 2):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6RR + 8RR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Post:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 2: Bond Strengthening Color Treatment
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Starting at the nape, take a horizontal slice parting and apply Formula B from the roots to the ends.
- Prep:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 1: Bond Protecting Color Optimizer
- Formula A (base):
  Joico LumiShine Permanent Crème Color 5RRC + 20-Volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula B (color blocking 1):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6CCR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Formula C (color blocking 2):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6RR + 8RR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Post:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 2: Bond Strengthening Color Treatment
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Continue applying Formula B as you work your way up the section.
- Prep:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 1: Bond Protecting Color Optimizer
- Formula A (base):
  Joico LumiShine Permanent Crème Color 5RRC + 20-Volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula B (color blocking 1):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6CCR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Formula C (color blocking 2):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6RR + 8RR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Post:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 2: Bond Strengthening Color Treatment
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Move to the top back triangle section and apply Formula C from roots to ends, working your way up in horizontal slice partings.

- Prep:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 1: Bond Protecting Color Optimizer
- Formula A (base):
  Joico LumiShine Permanent Crème Color 5RRC + 20-Volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula B (color blocking 1):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6CCR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Formula C (color blocking 2):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6RR + 8RR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Post:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 2: Bond Strengthening Color Treatment
9
Repeat the process with Formula C on the opposite top side triangle section.
- Prep:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 1: Bond Protecting Color Optimizer
- Formula A (base):
  Joico LumiShine Permanent Crème Color 5RRC + 20-Volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula B (color blocking 1):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6CCR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Formula C (color blocking 2):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6RR + 8RR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Post:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 2: Bond Strengthening Color Treatment
10
Move to the top back center triangle section and repeat the application process with Formula B.
- Prep:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 1: Bond Protecting Color Optimizer
- Formula A (base):
  Joico LumiShine Permanent Crème Color 5RRC + 20-Volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula B (color blocking 1):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6CCR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Formula C (color blocking 2):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6RR + 8RR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Post:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 2: Bond Strengthening Color Treatment
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Apply Formula B in the same method on the front side bottom triangle.
- Prep:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 1: Bond Protecting Color Optimizer
- Formula A (base):
  Joico LumiShine Permanent Crème Color 5RRC + 20-Volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula B (color blocking 1):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6CCR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Formula C (color blocking 2):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6RR + 8RR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Post:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 2: Bond Strengthening Color Treatment
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Move to the side triangle section directly above the previous section and apply Formula C.

- Prep:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 1: Bond Protecting Color Optimizer
- Formula A (base):
  Joico LumiShine Permanent Crème Color 5RRC + 20-Volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula B (color blocking 1):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6CCR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Formula C (color blocking 2):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6RR + 8RR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Post:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 2: Bond Strengthening Color Treatment
13
Repeat the process on the side triangle sections on the opposite side of the head.
- Prep:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 1: Bond Protecting Color Optimizer
- Formula A (base):
  Joico LumiShine Permanent Crème Color 5RRC + 20-Volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula B (color blocking 1):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6CCR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Formula C (color blocking 2):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6RR + 8RR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Post:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 2: Bond Strengthening Color Treatment
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Apply Formula B to the last triangle section at the top and work in horizontal slice partings from the crown toward the front hairline.
- Prep:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 1: Bond Protecting Color Optimizer
- Formula A (base):
  Joico LumiShine Permanent Crème Color 5RRC + 20-Volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula B (color blocking 1):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6CCR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Formula C (color blocking 2):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6RR + 8RR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Post:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 2: Bond Strengthening Color Treatment
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Process for 35 minutes, then rinse and shampoo with Joico Defy Damage Protective Shampoo.
- Prep:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 1: Bond Protecting Color Optimizer
- Formula A (base):
  Joico LumiShine Permanent Crème Color 5RRC + 20-Volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula B (color blocking 1):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6CCR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Formula C (color blocking 2):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6RR + 8RR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Post:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 2: Bond Strengthening Color Treatment
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Then, apply Joico Defy Damage ProSeries 2 Bond-Strengthening Color Preserver and let it sit for 5 minutes before rinsing.

- Prep:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 1: Bond Protecting Color Optimizer
- Formula A (base):
  Joico LumiShine Permanent Crème Color 5RRC + 20-Volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula B (color blocking 1):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6CCR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Formula C (color blocking 2):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6RR + 8RR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Post:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 2: Bond Strengthening Color Treatment
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For added thermal and UV protection and longer-lasting haircolor, apply Joico Defy Damage Protective Shield, then blow-dry and style as desired.
- Prep:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 1: Bond Protecting Color Optimizer
- Formula A (base):
  Joico LumiShine Permanent Crème Color 5RRC + 20-Volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula B (color blocking 1):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6CCR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Formula C (color blocking 2):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6RR + 8RR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Post:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 2: Bond Strengthening Color Treatment
18
Finished Look
- Prep:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 1: Bond Protecting Color Optimizer
- Formula A (base):
  Joico LumiShine Permanent Crème Color 5RRC + 20-Volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula B (color blocking 1):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6CCR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Formula C (color blocking 2):
  Equal parts Joico LumiShine Demi-Permanent Liquid Color 6RR + 8RR + 5-Volume LumiShine Developer (1.5%)
- Post:
  Joico Defy Damage Pro Series 2: Bond Strengthening Color Treatment
19
Finished Look

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