From Basic Brunette to Beachy Copacabana Shine

- Natural Level
4
- Formula A
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8XPowder + 1 part TRUSS Fast Bleaching Powder + 2 parts 20-volume Creme Developer
- Formula B
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 2 oz./60g Semi-Permanent Color 6.47 (Dark Brown Copper Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
- Formula C
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 5.0 (Light Brown) + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 6.3 (Dark Golden Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
Before

- Natural Level
4
- Formula A
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8XPowder + 1 part TRUSS Fast Bleaching Powder + 2 parts 20-volume Creme Developer
- Formula B
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 2 oz./60g Semi-Permanent Color 6.47 (Dark Brown Copper Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
- Formula C
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 5.0 (Light Brown) + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 6.3 (Dark Golden Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
Divide the hair into three sections: two on the sides and one in the back.

- Natural Level
4
- Formula A
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8XPowder + 1 part TRUSS Fast Bleaching Powder + 2 parts 20-volume Creme Developer
- Formula B
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 2 oz./60g Semi-Permanent Color 6.47 (Dark Brown Copper Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
- Formula C
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 5.0 (Light Brown) + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 6.3 (Dark Golden Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
Starting at the bottom, make a diagonal-back, zigzag parting following the hairline. After teasing the hair, apply Formula A using foil. Repeat the process until the back section is complete.

- Natural Level
4
- Formula A
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8XPowder + 1 part TRUSS Fast Bleaching Powder + 2 parts 20-volume Creme Developer
- Formula B
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 2 oz./60g Semi-Permanent Color 6.47 (Dark Brown Copper Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
- Formula C
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 5.0 (Light Brown) + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 6.3 (Dark Golden Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
On each side, create a diagonal-back section below the parietal and from the hairline to the ear. Use the same application in the back section. The fringe area should then be completed in three sections. Apply Formula A back-to-back and well off the scalp, teasing as you go. Process until you reach a medium-blonde tone.

- Natural Level
4
- Formula A
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8XPowder + 1 part TRUSS Fast Bleaching Powder + 2 parts 20-volume Creme Developer
- Formula B
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 2 oz./60g Semi-Permanent Color 6.47 (Dark Brown Copper Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
- Formula C
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 5.0 (Light Brown) + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 6.3 (Dark Golden Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
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Shampoo with Bidemensional Shampoo and rinse. Then, while still at the shampoo station, apply Formula B on the ends of the hair and let process for 10 minutes. Rinse.

- Natural Level
4
- Formula A
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8XPowder + 1 part TRUSS Fast Bleaching Powder + 2 parts 20-volume Creme Developer
- Formula B
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 2 oz./60g Semi-Permanent Color 6.47 (Dark Brown Copper Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
- Formula C
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 5.0 (Light Brown) + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 6.3 (Dark Golden Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
Apply Formula C on the roots and process for 15 minutes. Then wash with Bidimensional Shampoo and rinse.

- Natural Level
4
- Formula A
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8XPowder + 1 part TRUSS Fast Bleaching Powder + 2 parts 20-volume Creme Developer
- Formula B
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 2 oz./60g Semi-Permanent Color 6.47 (Dark Brown Copper Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
- Formula C
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 5.0 (Light Brown) + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 6.3 (Dark Golden Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
Apply one ampule of TRUSS Hydra Color to reconstruct the hair and rinse thoroughly.
(For added nutrition, apply TRUSS Intensive Nutrition and rinse.)

- Natural Level
4
- Formula A
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8XPowder + 1 part TRUSS Fast Bleaching Powder + 2 parts 20-volume Creme Developer
- Formula B
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 2 oz./60g Semi-Permanent Color 6.47 (Dark Brown Copper Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
- Formula C
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 5.0 (Light Brown) + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 6.3 (Dark Golden Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
Spray TRUSS Amino Thermal Protector to protect the hair, then blow-dry.

- Natural Level
4
- Formula A
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8XPowder + 1 part TRUSS Fast Bleaching Powder + 2 parts 20-volume Creme Developer
- Formula B
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 2 oz./60g Semi-Permanent Color 6.47 (Dark Brown Copper Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
- Formula C
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 5.0 (Light Brown) + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 6.3 (Dark Golden Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
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Finish with TRUSS Fluid Fix, and style with a ¾-inch curling iron for a natural curl effect.

- Natural Level
4
- Formula A
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8XPowder + 1 part TRUSS Fast Bleaching Powder + 2 parts 20-volume Creme Developer
- Formula B
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 2 oz./60g Semi-Permanent Color 6.47 (Dark Brown Copper Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
- Formula C
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 5.0 (Light Brown) + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 6.3 (Dark Golden Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
Finished Look

- Natural Level
4
- Formula A
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8XPowder + 1 part TRUSS Fast Bleaching Powder + 2 parts 20-volume Creme Developer
- Formula B
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 2 oz./60g Semi-Permanent Color 6.47 (Dark Brown Copper Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
- Formula C
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 5.0 (Light Brown) + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 6.3 (Dark Golden Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions

From Basic Brunette to Beachy Copacabana Shine
When your brunette clients need a refresh and want a little more dimension than their usual chocolate brown, what do you suggest? We’re thinking beachy caramel balayage. It’s fun and will keep your clients looking summer-ready year round. Here’s exactly how you can refresh her color for the new year.
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COLOR FORMULAS
- Natural Level
4
- Formula A
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8XPowder + 1 part TRUSS Fast Bleaching Powder + 2 parts 20-volume Creme Developer
- Formula B
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 2 oz./60g Semi-Permanent Color 6.47 (Dark Brown Copper Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
- Formula C
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 5.0 (Light Brown) + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 6.3 (Dark Golden Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
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HOW-TO STEPS
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- Natural Level
4
- Formula A
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8XPowder + 1 part TRUSS Fast Bleaching Powder + 2 parts 20-volume Creme Developer
- Formula B
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 2 oz./60g Semi-Permanent Color 6.47 (Dark Brown Copper Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
- Formula C
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 5.0 (Light Brown) + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 6.3 (Dark Golden Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
1Before
- Natural Level
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- Natural Level
4
- Formula A
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8XPowder + 1 part TRUSS Fast Bleaching Powder + 2 parts 20-volume Creme Developer
- Formula B
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 2 oz./60g Semi-Permanent Color 6.47 (Dark Brown Copper Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
- Formula C
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 5.0 (Light Brown) + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 6.3 (Dark Golden Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
2Divide the hair into three sections: two on the sides and one in the back.
- Natural Level
-
- Natural Level
4
- Formula A
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8XPowder + 1 part TRUSS Fast Bleaching Powder + 2 parts 20-volume Creme Developer
- Formula B
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 2 oz./60g Semi-Permanent Color 6.47 (Dark Brown Copper Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
- Formula C
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 5.0 (Light Brown) + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 6.3 (Dark Golden Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
3Starting at the bottom, make a diagonal-back, zigzag parting following the hairline. After teasing the hair, apply Formula A using foil. Repeat the process until the back section is complete.
- Natural Level
-
- Natural Level
4
- Formula A
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8XPowder + 1 part TRUSS Fast Bleaching Powder + 2 parts 20-volume Creme Developer
- Formula B
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 2 oz./60g Semi-Permanent Color 6.47 (Dark Brown Copper Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
- Formula C
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 5.0 (Light Brown) + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 6.3 (Dark Golden Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
4On each side, create a diagonal-back section below the parietal and from the hairline to the ear. Use the same application in the back section. The fringe area should then be completed in three sections. Apply Formula A back-to-back and well off the scalp, teasing as you go. Process until you reach a medium-blonde tone.
- Natural Level
-
- Natural Level
4
- Formula A
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8XPowder + 1 part TRUSS Fast Bleaching Powder + 2 parts 20-volume Creme Developer
- Formula B
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 2 oz./60g Semi-Permanent Color 6.47 (Dark Brown Copper Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
- Formula C
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 5.0 (Light Brown) + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 6.3 (Dark Golden Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
5Shampoo with Bidemensional Shampoo and rinse. Then, while still at the shampoo station, apply Formula B on the ends of the hair and let process for 10 minutes. Rinse.
- Natural Level
-
- Natural Level
4
- Formula A
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8XPowder + 1 part TRUSS Fast Bleaching Powder + 2 parts 20-volume Creme Developer
- Formula B
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 2 oz./60g Semi-Permanent Color 6.47 (Dark Brown Copper Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
- Formula C
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 5.0 (Light Brown) + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 6.3 (Dark Golden Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
6Apply Formula C on the roots and process for 15 minutes. Then wash with Bidimensional Shampoo and rinse.
- Natural Level
-
- Natural Level
4
- Formula A
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8XPowder + 1 part TRUSS Fast Bleaching Powder + 2 parts 20-volume Creme Developer
- Formula B
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 2 oz./60g Semi-Permanent Color 6.47 (Dark Brown Copper Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
- Formula C
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 5.0 (Light Brown) + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 6.3 (Dark Golden Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
7Apply one ampule of TRUSS Hydra Color to reconstruct the hair and rinse thoroughly.
(For added nutrition, apply TRUSS Intensive Nutrition and rinse.)
- Natural Level
-
- Natural Level
4
- Formula A
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8XPowder + 1 part TRUSS Fast Bleaching Powder + 2 parts 20-volume Creme Developer
- Formula B
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 2 oz./60g Semi-Permanent Color 6.47 (Dark Brown Copper Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
- Formula C
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 5.0 (Light Brown) + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 6.3 (Dark Golden Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
8Spray TRUSS Amino Thermal Protector to protect the hair, then blow-dry.
- Natural Level
-
- Natural Level
4
- Formula A
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8XPowder + 1 part TRUSS Fast Bleaching Powder + 2 parts 20-volume Creme Developer
- Formula B
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 2 oz./60g Semi-Permanent Color 6.47 (Dark Brown Copper Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
- Formula C
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 5.0 (Light Brown) + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 6.3 (Dark Golden Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
9Finish with TRUSS Fluid Fix, and style with a ¾-inch curling iron for a natural curl effect.
- Natural Level
-
- Natural Level
4
- Formula A
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8XPowder + 1 part TRUSS Fast Bleaching Powder + 2 parts 20-volume Creme Developer
- Formula B
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 2 oz./60g Semi-Permanent Color 6.47 (Dark Brown Copper Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
- Formula C
1 scoop/.18 oz./5g TRUSS 8 XPowder + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 5.0 (Light Brown) + 1 oz./30g of Semi-Permanent Color 6.3 (Dark Golden Blond) + Semi-Permanent Developer per manufacturer's directions
10Finished Look
- Natural Level
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