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Last updated: July 26, 2018

Scruples Shock Factor Technique

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Scruples Shock Factor Technique

Pastel and vibrant haircolor is making a big splash in today’s fashion and celebrity styles.  The Shock Factor Technique is an adaptable, practical approach to using Urban Shock on clients in your salon.


Watch the Video: Scruples Co-President – Creative Mia Liguori McHugh’s working with pastels. 


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HOW-TO STEPS

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    Part off a rectangular section in the front fringe and a triangular section on the right side of the head.

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    Prelighten sectioned hair with POWER BLONDE Lightening Powder.

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    Squeeze a pea-sized amount of URBAN SHOCK color into a mixing bowl and gradually mix in ER Emergency Repair Conditioner to sheer out the URBAN SHOCK until desired pastel shade is achieved.

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    Apply two slices of pastel URBAN SHOCK Color Craze, followed by a thin slice of vibrant URBAN SHOCK. Process for 15 minutes at room temperature or under a preheated dryer (allow for a 5-minute cool down).

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    Pastel Color Selection
    Base Color: Prelighten with POWER BLONDE Lightening Powder
    Toner: HIGH DEFINITION Color Gel – Creme Toner
    (1 3/4 oz 00 Clear Base, 1/4 oz 4BV, 1/8 oz 8G)
    Accent Color: URBAN SHOCK Color Craze (alternate slices)

    – 2 slices pastel pink
    – 1 thin slice vibrant pink

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    Vibrant Color Selection
    Base Color: TRUE INTEGRITY Opalescent Colour Creme – Level 2 Neutral
    Accent Color: Prelighten with POWER BLONDE Lightening Powder
    URBAN SHOCK Color Craze (alternate slices)

    – 2 slices vibrant pink
    – 1 thin slice vibrant purple

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    Shampoo and condition hair with Renewal Color Retention Shampoo and Conditioner or WHITE TEA Sulfate Free Restorative Shampoo and Conditioner.  Use caution when shampooing out Urban Shock Color Craze.