Hair Color Formulation Examples

[@JudyAlva-e7o]

Finally examples that make sense!!! More please ❤

[@christinaw9807]

Best explanation I've found so far.

[@cierrahilo7054]

I love this video it made A lot more sense then I thought!!!

[@lynnkeller9338]

This was so helpful and makes so much sense to me!! Thank you Elaine for explaining the why behind your formulation! Looking forward to learning lots more.

[@ElaineTraviscolorexpert]

Lynn be sure to join my FREE 3 Day Fearless Formulation Bootcamp www.expertcolorsolutions.com/3-day-nov-2020-bootcamp

[@aidenmcdonnell7975]

Absolutely brilliant....fantastic.....explained perfectly....thanks

[@jademedina8228]

Love this, when you use the level 9 to get your final result, was it still considered warm ? You mentioned before that the natural side of the swatch chart is cooler compared to the natural remaining pigment side, so would you still need to add some ash into that level 9 to allow it to read more natural and avoid a hot root look ? Or would you use a level 9N so the results are warmer ? My main concern is leaving a little more depth at the root even if a warmer result is desired.

[@Bensukmarie]

Hey there! I understood if you wanted to keep the warmth in the level 6 1/2 you would use a 9N. So what did you use for the ashy 6 1/2? 9A or 9AA ? This video was very helpful! I’ve been struggling with formulating since I started doing hair a year ago.

[@carrenapolonio]

Hi. I’m new to color and you are my new hero. In this example I fine that the 9 tube end result seems cooler than the desired result level 7. Like I said I’m new. Just asking. Also when applying the color9 as a touch up. Are you applying to the roots and work down the shaft? And if there is gray, is the tube of 9 implied to suffice for gray? Thanks in advance.

[@xojodijoxo6412]

Also for this one when when your - subtracting the natural level is that formulation only when your canceling out warm.. because we trying to take warm out

[@ElaineTraviscolorexpert]

Most times we are fighting warmth but the math is the same even when we welcome the warmth

[@beautybyO]

I’m currently in cosmetology school,., I’m so confused with the coloring process,., thank you for making a little better for me 🙏🏽 I appreciate your time ❤

[@ElaineTraviscolorexpert]

You are so welcome!

[@nigelbrennan6865]

I tried 9T on 9/10 pale yellow swatch…green/ash blue !!! 2 parts 9G 1 part 9T helped soften but surprisingly still murky

[@ElaineTraviscolorexpert]

Yes remember T is blue and you mixed with yellow which together makes green the key to a beautiful silver is pretoning the yellow first then applying your silver formula

[@michaelmaxgierl2887]

I’m trying this on for size, but am still stumped because I’ve always understood the “weight” of pigments change as the levels get lighter. Is the dye load at a level 9 strong enough to tone the RPC at a level 7 if a neutral/cool result is desired?

[@wendy8561]

Wow great information new subscriber I've been looking at all your books videos IG account etc . You're Genius I'm so ready to get some type of exact formulation down I'm so excited I have found you!!

[@ElaineTraviscolorexpert]

Hi Wendy, I am glad you found me too! Be sure to sign up for my FREE 3 Day Bootcamp starts on Monday April 26th at 8:00 PM EST www.expertcolorsolutions.com/color-remix-bootcamp

[@wendy8561]

@@ElaineTraviscolorexpert thank you I'm having so many problems my hair turned pinkish purple from foiling I had a tiny bit of gray and toned it w a 10vv and 9gi I toned on level not sure what happened to this mess just learning color and out of school they don't teach anything but the bare basics 😔 and Thankyou so much Im excited I'll be there for your class

[@liviaghenea6388]

On a level 4, a stylist applied a level 9 and 20vol.The result was copper, very warm. By adding a level 9 color to the base 4 we get 9+4=13÷2= 6.5. By using the Universal Law of color: 9x2=18-4=14. Which one should I use? I'm confused.

[@ElaineTraviscolorexpert]

Hi its not easy to answer here I hope you will check out my book A Colorful Journey available on Amazon.com

[@jenmiller6034]

Hi Elaine, I have been watching and liste ing to your youtube and podcast and you helped me so much! May I ask how do I learn in formulating color without relying on already made bottle, like for example, I am out of 7gv I freak out mixing from scratch to make a 7gv 😔 thanks in advance! - only behind thr chair for 3 years

[@Mariafontana]

This is great

[@ashleykelly3279]

I was typing you that very question when you answered it, about using the rpc side of our level chart to find natural level. Lol

[@dfwlove]

thanks 🙏

[@terrig5704]

Thanks Elaine. So if my client is a level 4 with 70% grey and she wants to be a level 7 natural ashy I would then use a level 10 base tube in ash and a volume 30 peroxide tI get the 3 levels of lift? I've tried lifting these dark colors and always get hot roots no matter how ash I go even when adding extra blue and green boosters. Will the level 10 ash really cover the warmth ofIm the underlaying pigment? I'm scared to try this but I definately will try.

[@ElaineTraviscolorexpert]

Hi Terri the math equation is for natural hair and does not apply for 70% grey also it is always 20 volume In order to fully cover 70% grey you need to be level 8 or deeper so you would achieve a level 6 result so be sure to include some ash in your formula to combat the warmth at a level 6

[@terrig5704]

@@ElaineTraviscolorexpert hi Elaine. Thank you so much I really appreciate your reply. After years being fed up with orange hair I'm also back to the drawing board and so glad I came across your channel. So am I then correct that if I use the formula like you've said, level 8 ash with 20vol on level 4 with 70% grey the end result should be something like a level 6 and the 8 base used will then make the grey a level 8 dimentional highlight in between that level 6? Im stuck with the ladies that have hair like that sample youve shown, the natural 5 with 50% grey and they want to be a natural 7 but they want the grey also covered to a level 7.

[@ElaineTraviscolorexpert]

@@terrig5704 you need a % of a neutral in there if she is 70% grey a level 8 ash does not cover grey alone.

[@terrig5704]

@@ElaineTraviscolorexpert Thank you so much. Then i’ve been wondering about another scenario. Will the clients natural level 5 with no grey lift to a level 8 if I use your formula? If I do the math correctly that would mean using a level 11. Will a superlightner 11.2 lift that high and cover waentjie with a vol20 peroxide or should I use the brand recommendation of vol40 and ratio 1:2? Or will the warmth be too much and should I rather lighten with bleach and then deposito level 8 in the right tone? Sorry for all the questions i'm just so excited to try your way instead of the old failed ways. Xx

[@ElaineTraviscolorexpert]

@@terrig5704 I would recommend reading my book unfortunately this is not a simple answer. There are always many factors when formulating such as density, porosity and condition and hair history. The way teach is completely different than manufacturer instructions so it can be confusing when taken out of context. I have a training that explains it in much more detail called Fearless Formulation

[@noellerussell7393]

I am trying to wrap my head around formulating for Copper. I understand that if i want to get a Level 6 brown copper on a natural Level 3, I would need to use a level 9. I dont want to neutralize the brassiness nor do i want it warmer. As the underlying pigment is already an orange-Red, would I use a 9N?

[@ElaineTraviscolorexpert]

Hi Noelle, yes so if you want the level 6 to be more of a golden copper then I suggest using a 9G with 20 vol if you want a more subtle reddish brown then yes 9N alone will do the trick. Keep in mind if it is virgin hair you have to formulate differently for mids and ends then the regrowth to avoid hot roots

[@noellerussell7393]

@@ElaineTraviscolorexpert thank you soo much!! I REALLY want to take one of your courses soon! I already read your book and I feel so much better about colour. For the first time, I feel like it’s something I’ll be great at one day.

[@xojodijoxo6412]

I’m a current student in cosmo and I feel that don’t talk about HOW TO FORMULATE THEY JUST TELL US THE ANSWERS … and I feel like I need help with also learning how to create color when maybe we are out.. example is I needed to get to 6NG BUT I only had 5NG and 8NG REDEKN COLOR GELS I need step by Step plssss

[@christinetrotter626]

In this scenario are you using 20 vol? I understand your formulation, but not sure of the developers needed, thank you.

[@ElaineTraviscolorexpert]

Christine when using the Universal Law of Color math equation it is ALWAYS 20 volume. I never use 30 or 40 in an on scalp global application

[@sonikaria3013]

I got you. Thank you. just one more question. Is this maths works in Redken toners too.Also one more silly question. with Redken toner N/Na/V, how to decide that which will go more

[@ElaineTraviscolorexpert]

Hi Soni, no redken toners are deposit only. The math is for Universal Law of lift so it does not apply. As far as the difference between N/NA/V it depends on what tones you are needing to cancel. So for example NA cancels orange, V cancels yellow etc.

[@TheBiker200]

What is this formula 7+5 = 12/2, that's level 6... I want to know this formula, why divided it by 2? Thank you

[@audreyturner1972]

Where did the the 2 come from?

[@ElaineTraviscolorexpert]

Hi Audrey that is a very common question it is simply the Universal Law of Color it is always multiplied by 2

[@audreyturner1972]

@@ElaineTraviscolorexpert ANOTHER QUESTION? How do i find out what the artificial color of a level 4?

[@ElaineTraviscolorexpert]

@@audreyturner1972 I am not sure I am understanding the question? Are you asking how do you match existing level 4 color when retouching?

[@liucijavaidachoviciute7334]

Would it be the same If I would like to make hair darker? For example, going from the level 7 to a level 6, I would use level 5 because 7+5=6. And what developer than? I suppose 10 volume ? Thank you

[@ElaineTraviscolorexpert]

Hi, no the math equation is the Universal Law of LIFT if you are going deeper I recommend a demi deposit only color product

[@therealleo8854]

I’d your using a Demi for deposit only are you still using 20 volume ?

[@therealleo8854]

@Elaine Travis

[@lizvidourek1982]

@@therealleo8854 If using a Demi, most lines will have a processing lotion to go along with it. :-)

[@vibrantchefs]

Where can you purchase that level swatch?

[@ElaineTraviscolorexpert]

Hi Heather you can purchase with this link shipping is free in the US only www.expertcolorsolutions.com/offers/BhuMxMtw

[@wendy8561]

But how did you get level 9 from that?? Please help I signed up for your boot camp just like 5 minutes ago

[@brandivanry3239]

Does this work for Aveda color? Or is Aveda completely different?

[@ElaineTraviscolorexpert]

the math works for any color line when you are lifting hair. Aveda is a unique line in that you have to build your tones yourself but the science of the lift would still apply

[@kelismith3144]

Hi! Silly question bear with me! When you say natural color in the equation, are you talking about the color that the hair is at the time? Or the natural born hair color of the person?

[@ElaineTraviscolorexpert]

Hi Keli, the new growth hair that has no previous color on it

[@kims7697]

I’m in the color unit now and I’m losing my mind! I understand color theory but the formulations is what I’m having trouble with. And my teacher isn’t very helpful. She just tells us what products to buy but doesn’t explain why.

[@ElaineTraviscolorexpert]

Kim I feel your pain. It was the same when I was in school and once you understand the WHY everything falls in place for the HOW I have a Fearless Formulation 21 Day Challenge that will be the answer to all of your questions. Reach out to me when you are ready www.expertcolorsolutions.com

[@shannonskahl6345]

@@ElaineTraviscolorexpert hey there! I'm a hairstylist of 30 years but never an actual colorist it does confuse me a bit lol could you give me a tip on taking a while 100 percent white/ grey to darker level maybe to a 6 with redken gels. I've tried on her but cannot get the color to take

[@ElaineTraviscolorexpert]

So with white hair you need to replace all of the tones that are missing that create brown you usually need to drop down a level deeper and a bit warmer than the desired result I am guessing you have been using a 6N?

[@shannonskahl6345]

@@ElaineTraviscolorexpert yes lol should I use higher developer and darker warmer shade

[@ElaineTraviscolorexpert]

@@shannonskahl6345 no need for higher developer I would use equal parts Gold and Neutral and drop the gold formula down one level so for example 1oz.6N and 1oz. 5G with equal parts 20 volume for 30 min.

[@albanaselim1355]

Totally confused😳😳

[@ElaineTraviscolorexpert]

Hi Albana, it starts out confusing because we were all taught so different but I promise once you understand it you will formulate with success every single time and avoid hot roots and brassiness finally

[@ElaineTraviscolorexpert]

check out my free 3 Day Bootcamp Fearless Formulation www.expertcolorsolutions.com/3-day-nov-2020-bootcamp

[@cierrahilo7054]

I love this video it made A lot more sense then I thought!!!