Get soft sparkle and shine with this color melt technique from Joico Ambassador Larisa Love, aka @larisadoll. Get her pre-toning formula and see how she uses the new Joico Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Shades for this iridescent technique—keep scrolling! Watch The Video How-To Below </span
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Formula
Formulas
- Formula A (prelighten)
Joico Vero Creme Lightener + 20-volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula B (tone)
Joico Vero K-PAK TSB + 20-volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula C
Joico Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Violet Pearl
- Formula D
Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Silver Ice
- Formula E
Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Blush
- Formula F
Equal parts Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Rose Gold + Clear Mixer
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Prelighten regrowth to Level 10 with Formula A.
Formula
- Formula A (prelighten)
Joico Vero Creme Lightener + 20-volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula B (tone)
Joico Vero K-PAK TSB + 20-volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula C
Joico Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Violet Pearl
- Formula D
Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Silver Ice
- Formula E
Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Blush
- Formula F
Equal parts Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Rose Gold + Clear Mixer
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Apply Formula B to hair and let process for 5 to 20 minutes, until an icy platinum silver tone is reached.
Formula
- Formula A (prelighten)
Joico Vero Creme Lightener + 20-volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula B (tone)
Joico Vero K-PAK TSB + 20-volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula C
Joico Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Violet Pearl
- Formula D
Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Silver Ice
- Formula E
Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Blush
- Formula F
Equal parts Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Rose Gold + Clear Mixer
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Part the hair down the center and create three equal sections on both sides of the head that angle back down towards the nape of the neck.
Pro Tip: As you work, braid each of the six sections, three on each side, for more control and easier working area.
Formula
- Formula A (prelighten)
Joico Vero Creme Lightener + 20-volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula B (tone)
Joico Vero K-PAK TSB + 20-volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula C
Joico Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Violet Pearl
- Formula D
Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Silver Ice
- Formula E
Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Blush
- Formula F
Equal parts Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Rose Gold + Clear Mixer
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Start with the bottom third section and apply Formula C at the base and bring down about 3 inches.
Pro Tip: Use a comb to evenly distribute the color downwards to create a blended look.
Formula
- Formula A (prelighten)
Joico Vero Creme Lightener + 20-volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula B (tone)
Joico Vero K-PAK TSB + 20-volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula C
Joico Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Violet Pearl
- Formula D
Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Silver Ice
- Formula E
Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Blush
- Formula F
Equal parts Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Rose Gold + Clear Mixer
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Divide the section in half with a thick weave. Using large weaved sections will create a bold, color-blocked look.
Formula
- Formula A (prelighten)
Joico Vero Creme Lightener + 20-volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula B (tone)
Joico Vero K-PAK TSB + 20-volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula C
Joico Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Violet Pearl
- Formula D
Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Silver Ice
- Formula E
Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Blush
- Formula F
Equal parts Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Rose Gold + Clear Mixer
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On the bottom half, apply Formula D. Make sure to use your fingers to melt the two colors together seamlessly.
Formula
- Formula A (prelighten)
Joico Vero Creme Lightener + 20-volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula B (tone)
Joico Vero K-PAK TSB + 20-volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula C
Joico Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Violet Pearl
- Formula D
Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Silver Ice
- Formula E
Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Blush
- Formula F
Equal parts Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Rose Gold + Clear Mixer
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On the top half, color melt Formula F from shadow root color to ends.
Formula
- Formula A (prelighten)
Joico Vero Creme Lightener + 20-volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula B (tone)
Joico Vero K-PAK TSB + 20-volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula C
Joico Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Violet Pearl
- Formula D
Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Silver Ice
- Formula E
Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Blush
- Formula F
Equal parts Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Rose Gold + Clear Mixer
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On the next section, apply Formula C from roots to ends. Be sure to saturate the hair completely.
PRO TIP: For compromised hair, spray Joico K-PAK H.K.P. Liquid Protein Chemical Perfector to prelightened hair to even out the porosity.
Formula
- Formula A (prelighten)
Joico Vero Creme Lightener + 20-volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula B (tone)
Joico Vero K-PAK TSB + 20-volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula C
Joico Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Violet Pearl
- Formula D
Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Silver Ice
- Formula E
Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Blush
- Formula F
Equal parts Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Rose Gold + Clear Mixer
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Next, move onto the top section. Apply Formula C to the base and bring the shadow root formula down in a teardrop shape. This should be applied deeper in the back and shorter in the front.
Formula
- Formula A (prelighten)
Joico Vero Creme Lightener + 20-volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula B (tone)
Joico Vero K-PAK TSB + 20-volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula C
Joico Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Violet Pearl
- Formula D
Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Silver Ice
- Formula E
Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Blush
- Formula F
Equal parts Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Rose Gold + Clear Mixer
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Divide the top section in half horizontally with a large weave. This is going to help all the colors seamlessly blend together.
Formula
- Formula A (prelighten)
Joico Vero Creme Lightener + 20-volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula B (tone)
Joico Vero K-PAK TSB + 20-volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula C
Joico Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Violet Pearl
- Formula D
Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Silver Ice
- Formula E
Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Blush
- Formula F
Equal parts Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Rose Gold + Clear Mixer
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On the bottom half, apply Formula E. Color melt the two shades together using your fingers.
Formula
- Formula A (prelighten)
Joico Vero Creme Lightener + 20-volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula B (tone)
Joico Vero K-PAK TSB + 20-volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula C
Joico Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Violet Pearl
- Formula D
Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Silver Ice
- Formula E
Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Blush
- Formula F
Equal parts Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Rose Gold + Clear Mixer
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On the top half, apply Formula D from shadow root to ends.
Formula
- Formula A (prelighten)
Joico Vero Creme Lightener + 20-volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula B (tone)
Joico Vero K-PAK TSB + 20-volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula C
Joico Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Violet Pearl
- Formula D
Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Silver Ice
- Formula E
Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Blush
- Formula F
Equal parts Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Rose Gold + Clear Mixer
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Completed side application
Formula
- Formula A (prelighten)
Joico Vero Creme Lightener + 20-volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula B (tone)
Joico Vero K-PAK TSB + 20-volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula C
Joico Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Violet Pearl
- Formula D
Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Silver Ice
- Formula E
Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Blush
- Formula F
Equal parts Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Rose Gold + Clear Mixer
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Repeat the same process and colors on the other side. Let process for 20 minutes and rinse with Joico K-PAK Color Therapy Shampoo and Conditioner. Use Joico K-Pak Cuticle Sealer for added color longevity.
PRO TIP: When coloring on compromised hair, finish the service with a Joico K-Pak Color Therapy Luster Lock treatment to make hair 9 times stronger. Send Joico Color Endure home with clients for more color longevity and to maintain color vibrancy.
Formula
- Formula A (prelighten)
Joico Vero Creme Lightener + 20-volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula B (tone)
Joico Vero K-PAK TSB + 20-volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula C
Joico Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Violet Pearl
- Formula D
Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Silver Ice
- Formula E
Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Blush
- Formula F
Equal parts Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Rose Gold + Clear Mixer
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Finished look.
Formula
- Formula A (prelighten)
Joico Vero Creme Lightener + 20-volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula B (tone)
Joico Vero K-PAK TSB + 20-volume LumiShine Developer (6%)
- Formula C
Joico Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Violet Pearl
- Formula D
Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Silver Ice
- Formula E
Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Blush
- Formula F
Equal parts Color Intensity Pearl Pastel Rose Gold + Clear Mixer
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