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Last updated: April 11, 2024

Muted Bronze

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  • Formula A (front roots):

    Schwarzkopf Professional® IGORA ZERO AMM 6-0 + 6-46 (1:2) + Schwarzkopf Professional® 20-volume IGORA ROYAL® Oil Developer (1:1)

  • Formula B (back roots):

    IGORA ZERO AMM 6-46 + 8-46 (1:2) + 30-volume IGORA ROYAL® Oil Developer (1:1)

  • Formula C (midlengths and ends):

    Schwarzkopf Professional® IGORA VIBRANCE® 5-57 + Schwarzkopf Professional® 6-volume IGORA VIBRANCE® Activator Lotion (1:1)

  • Formula C (midlengths and ends color 2):

    IGORA VIBRANCE® 7-57 + 8-0 (3:1) + 6-volume IGORA VIBRANCE® Activator Lotion (1:1)

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  • Formula A (front roots):

    Schwarzkopf Professional® IGORA ZERO AMM 6-0 + 6-46 (1:2) + Schwarzkopf Professional® 20-volume IGORA ROYAL® Oil Developer (1:1)

  • Formula B (back roots):

    IGORA ZERO AMM 6-46 + 8-46 (1:2) + 30-volume IGORA ROYAL® Oil Developer (1:1)

  • Formula C (midlengths and ends):

    Schwarzkopf Professional® IGORA VIBRANCE® 5-57 + Schwarzkopf Professional® 6-volume IGORA VIBRANCE® Activator Lotion (1:1)

  • Formula C (midlengths and ends color 2):

    IGORA VIBRANCE® 7-57 + 8-0 (3:1) + 6-volume IGORA VIBRANCE® Activator Lotion (1:1)

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Create a section from ear to ear and apply Formula A to the roots in the front hairline. Continue until the roots are covered.

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  • Formula A (front roots):

    Schwarzkopf Professional® IGORA ZERO AMM 6-0 + 6-46 (1:2) + Schwarzkopf Professional® 20-volume IGORA ROYAL® Oil Developer (1:1)

  • Formula B (back roots):

    IGORA ZERO AMM 6-46 + 8-46 (1:2) + 30-volume IGORA ROYAL® Oil Developer (1:1)

  • Formula C (midlengths and ends):

    Schwarzkopf Professional® IGORA VIBRANCE® 5-57 + Schwarzkopf Professional® 6-volume IGORA VIBRANCE® Activator Lotion (1:1)

  • Formula C (midlengths and ends color 2):

    IGORA VIBRANCE® 7-57 + 8-0 (3:1) + 6-volume IGORA VIBRANCE® Activator Lotion (1:1)

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Move to the back and apply Formula B to the roots. Continue until the roots are covered.

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  • Formula A (front roots):

    Schwarzkopf Professional® IGORA ZERO AMM 6-0 + 6-46 (1:2) + Schwarzkopf Professional® 20-volume IGORA ROYAL® Oil Developer (1:1)

  • Formula B (back roots):

    IGORA ZERO AMM 6-46 + 8-46 (1:2) + 30-volume IGORA ROYAL® Oil Developer (1:1)

  • Formula C (midlengths and ends):

    Schwarzkopf Professional® IGORA VIBRANCE® 5-57 + Schwarzkopf Professional® 6-volume IGORA VIBRANCE® Activator Lotion (1:1)

  • Formula C (midlengths and ends color 2):

    IGORA VIBRANCE® 7-57 + 8-0 (3:1) + 6-volume IGORA VIBRANCE® Activator Lotion (1:1)

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Dampen the midlengths and ends and apply Formula C using deep zigzag partings as you work up the head, starting at the nape. Alternate applying Formula D to create subtle dimension.

 

“Deep zigzags will help create the illusion of beautiful, blended color,” Lesley explains. “I don’t want any colors to scream out, everything wants to sit and be mellow against each other.”

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  • Formula A (front roots):

    Schwarzkopf Professional® IGORA ZERO AMM 6-0 + 6-46 (1:2) + Schwarzkopf Professional® 20-volume IGORA ROYAL® Oil Developer (1:1)

  • Formula B (back roots):

    IGORA ZERO AMM 6-46 + 8-46 (1:2) + 30-volume IGORA ROYAL® Oil Developer (1:1)

  • Formula C (midlengths and ends):

    Schwarzkopf Professional® IGORA VIBRANCE® 5-57 + Schwarzkopf Professional® 6-volume IGORA VIBRANCE® Activator Lotion (1:1)

  • Formula C (midlengths and ends color 2):

    IGORA VIBRANCE® 7-57 + 8-0 (3:1) + 6-volume IGORA VIBRANCE® Activator Lotion (1:1)

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To achieve a seamless look, use your fingers to blend Formulas C and D with Formulas A and B.

 

Pro Tip: “Brush the color in where the roots meet the ends,” Lesley advises. “Using that little motion really helps to make sure you get a seamless blend of color.”

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  • Formula A (front roots):

    Schwarzkopf Professional® IGORA ZERO AMM 6-0 + 6-46 (1:2) + Schwarzkopf Professional® 20-volume IGORA ROYAL® Oil Developer (1:1)

  • Formula B (back roots):

    IGORA ZERO AMM 6-46 + 8-46 (1:2) + 30-volume IGORA ROYAL® Oil Developer (1:1)

  • Formula C (midlengths and ends):

    Schwarzkopf Professional® IGORA VIBRANCE® 5-57 + Schwarzkopf Professional® 6-volume IGORA VIBRANCE® Activator Lotion (1:1)

  • Formula C (midlengths and ends color 2):

    IGORA VIBRANCE® 7-57 + 8-0 (3:1) + 6-volume IGORA VIBRANCE® Activator Lotion (1:1)

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Continue applying until the head is covered. Process for 20 minutes and rinse.

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  • Formula A (front roots):

    Schwarzkopf Professional® IGORA ZERO AMM 6-0 + 6-46 (1:2) + Schwarzkopf Professional® 20-volume IGORA ROYAL® Oil Developer (1:1)

  • Formula B (back roots):

    IGORA ZERO AMM 6-46 + 8-46 (1:2) + 30-volume IGORA ROYAL® Oil Developer (1:1)

  • Formula C (midlengths and ends):

    Schwarzkopf Professional® IGORA VIBRANCE® 5-57 + Schwarzkopf Professional® 6-volume IGORA VIBRANCE® Activator Lotion (1:1)

  • Formula C (midlengths and ends color 2):

    IGORA VIBRANCE® 7-57 + 8-0 (3:1) + 6-volume IGORA VIBRANCE® Activator Lotion (1:1)

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Finished look. To see Lesley's application techniques in action, press play below!

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cx1eulFmT6g

 

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  • Formula A (front roots):

    Schwarzkopf Professional® IGORA ZERO AMM 6-0 + 6-46 (1:2) + Schwarzkopf Professional® 20-volume IGORA ROYAL® Oil Developer (1:1)

  • Formula B (back roots):

    IGORA ZERO AMM 6-46 + 8-46 (1:2) + 30-volume IGORA ROYAL® Oil Developer (1:1)

  • Formula C (midlengths and ends):

    Schwarzkopf Professional® IGORA VIBRANCE® 5-57 + Schwarzkopf Professional® 6-volume IGORA VIBRANCE® Activator Lotion (1:1)

  • Formula C (midlengths and ends color 2):

    IGORA VIBRANCE® 7-57 + 8-0 (3:1) + 6-volume IGORA VIBRANCE® Activator Lotion (1:1)

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