How to Mix Hair Color // Redken Shades EQ 101 // Demi-Permanent Dye // Daniella Benita

Introduction tutorial for the Redken Shades EQ color line! I show you how to MIX it properly and also a few of my favorite shades! This is my go-to demi permanent color for glossing, toning, color melting, color correcting, lowlights, root shades and all over color!
Disclaimer: I am not an educator! This is what has worked for me and I hope it helps you too. Please note this is not a promotion for Redken, I'm showing you a product I know well and that I love working with.
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ABOUT DANIELLA BENITA (ME):
I am a salon owner and hair stylist now living and working in Doylestown, PA. Formerly I was an assistant for celebrity hairstylist Kristin Ess, and salon owner in Los Angeles. Teaching and helping you learn is my passion. My hope is for you to learn as much as possible from my videos and become a better stylist or to make yourself feel amazing at home doing your own hair.
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[@mannastyles]

This has been the simplest explanation as far as the breakdown and colors to use when using shades eq. Thanks so much!

[@DaniellaBenita]

Manna Styles thank you! ✨😘😘

[@fashionwork1292]

As a junior stylist this is one of my holy grail toners. I am so comfortable with it and it is pretty predictable. Thank you so much for the video it was soo informative & I learned stuff I didnt even know! Thank you so much!!!!

[@DaniellaBenita]

Kerry N you’re so welcome! I’m opening my own salon in 2 weeks so I’m sorry I haven’t been posting as much! As soon as I open I’ll be posting much more regularly! Let me know if there’s anything specific you would like to learn ❤️

[@deannagilmore8822]

Thank you for this video. I have been bleaching and coloring my hair myself for about a year now and your video was super easy to follow and helped me decide on the Redkin EQ shades/toners. I have found my new happy place :) Once you get over your fears of bleach and color, it's not so hard. The Redkin products, by far, are the best on the market. I finally got rid of the red/yellow because of this video. Thank you for helping those of us that simply can't afford the salon anymore. Of course, it would be my preferred choice but current circumstances are what they are. Much appreciated.

[@DaniellaBenita]

Deanna Gilmore you're so welcome! Let me know if you ever need any help!

[@deannagilmore8822]

Daniella Benita, thank you 😘😘😘

[@deannagilmore8822]

Not sure if my other question went through

[@deannagilmore8822]

In regards to purchasing the larger bottles of Olaplex or if the Redken PH was just as good

[@kimmitchell7406]

Deanna where do you purchase your product? I am always concerned about buying fake product. I am in the same situation and really love doing my own hair as well.

[@pianoforte-ad4616]

You explained so well, you're a great teacher. I believe most hair dressers don't want to share details of how they do it but they fail to understand that sharing knowledge doesn't mean losing business. Love your honesty ❤

[@Diamond88keyz]

How long have you been a licensed stylist?

[@parulsheth-rana7301]

Just subscribed. I am not a stylist. Came across your video because I was looking for tutorials about toners using Shades EQ. Your video is the MOST informative and so easy to understand ( for us non-stylists). Would love to see tutorials on toners with Shades EQ. I am a level 4 with highlights all over ,which get brassy real quick . I would love to see a tutorial to tone brassy hair and get the warmth out.

[@DaniellaBenita]

Thank you for subbing! If you message me on IG send me a pic of your hair and I can help you formulate something to take out the brass!

[@lore4268]

Danielle, I just subscribed and GIRL YOU ARE AMAZING! Like Parul Sheth-Rana, my hair pulls red (I'm a natural level 4) and of course, I love ashy violet colors. I think the formula you shared would work for me, but would love alternative color suggestions.

[@Diamond88keyz]

For non-stylist?! Oh my!!!!

[@Mammadearest7]

Best video thus far with this line!!!

[@DaniellaBenita]

Iris T thank you!!!

[@blackmoonpearl]

The most explanatory video on products ever! Thank you.

[@DaniellaBenita]

Thank you for watching!!! ❤️😘❤️

[@roseaustin8366]

Thanks for this video. I've been looking for something like this! I appreciate it!!!!

[@DaniellaBenita]

You're welcome!

[@HColorist]

You are genius instructor!!! God bless you!!!

[@hairbymiriam8926]

Wow ! this was amazing helpful! thank you so much, I just watched one of your other shades videos and went searching for more! so glad you posted these videos!

[@sarahwright6020]

This actually made complete sense! Explanations always sound like a foreign language ... THANK YOU!

[@GoldiLoxxxxx]

Yes, please make a list of your fav formulas for BLONDES. PRETTY PLEASE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@ivonnemaciasBrady]

Love your hair color combo! Gorgeous!

[@DaniellaBenita]

Awe! thank you!!

[@ivonnemaciasBrady]

@@DaniellaBenita would love to see a video of you bleaching and toning your own hair❤️❤️❤️

[@nicole15297]

You really should be a teacher for color! I am a teacher, and you explain it very well! Can you do more videos of showing color correction with different toners? before and after? Thank you!

[@DaniellaBenita]

Nicole DellaTerza thank you! I just like making it easy lol and yes I’ll definitely make more Color correction videos!

[@jstewart642]

yes, more videos!

[@fabianadicamillo7423]

Hi Daniella, I love your tutorials and explanations! I am not a hair stylist. I just love hair! thanks,

[@DaniellaBenita]

Fabiana Di Camillo awe thanks love!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@lisaelie1484]

I would love the list on best toners for different hair color. thank you in advance!😘

[@aracelyraso2339]

Did she ever send you the list ?

[@jasl9987]

Best toners for different hair colors? How could she do that. It would depend what your goal color is. Theres 100 different toners that deposit color. So, 2 brunettes could want a different outcome.

[@asal1599]

So refreshing to see a video which was to the point & informative. I did enjoy your video, you gave good step by step instructions.You were professional & not silly as some videos can be.👍

[@DaniellaBenita]

Thank you so much!

[@maggiegonzalez3384]

I'm new to Shades Eq! I have tried the walnut and I absolutely love it. I feel like it can go a long way with skin tones and hues. I love your videos! Thank you for sharing! 💓 I would love to see the list of your formulas!

[@DaniellaBenita]

Maggie Gonzalez thank you! It's such an amazing line! Let me know if you have any questions 💖

[@Diamond88keyz]

How long have you been a licensed stylist?

[@Mona939.]

Thanks! I'm in cosmo school and thinking of using Redken.

[@DaniellaBenita]

It’s amazing! I use a combo of redken and Schwarzkopf

[@louannhop100]

Fab! I’ve only just come across your channel and I am loving it so much learning a lot from just watching a few of your videos going to go through them all so I can get a better a understanding of Redken! Thank you so much for posting such informative videos xxx

[@JessLuvszPiNkx]

Currently in cosmo school, this video is VERY helpful! Thank you sm! ❤

[@clairereynolds6166]

Thank you Danielle so much for your time and great info. I am qualified to a level 2 and just want learn about colour correction and toning so much so your videos just help immensely! Will be looking out for more. Hoping we will be able to get hold of the EQ range here in England.xx

[@DaniellaBenita]

You’re welcome!!! 🤍🤍🤍

[@sandman6070]

Hi I am so glad that I found your channel. I have never had anyone to explain color and it is amazing!! I wish you were my hair dresser!! Keep the videos coming!!

[@DaniellaBenita]

Thank you so much!

[@Luann_Nielson]

You are the best! Thank you so much for your tutorial ❤❤

[@NmRain]

Hi Danielle! Thanks so much for your tutorials, they’re super helpful. I would love a list of your favorites formulas. ❤🙏🏽

[@NLH77]

Great video, lots of info in a short amount of time, thank you!

[@shantelisaac7370]

I really don’t understand the thumbs down that’s crazy to me but you explained perfectly you are amazing thank you sm. Toning can are really hard to understand and you explained it so well.

[@Sarah-hz4ql]

very insightful and informative! Great teaching

[@DaniellaBenita]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@wardamukhtari900]

Thanks Benita that was very excellent & so useful explanation I will start to use these shades👍🙏

[@DaniellaBenita]

You're welcome!

[@jaenice7066]

I am a blond needing NN for grey roots but this has been very informative. I am not a beautician but a self learner for my hair. Thank you for explaining in simple form how to... will try.

[@babycakes8434]

I just sain another video that NP or NB was for gray roots😅Great and now I don't know which one😅😂

[@lesleydark3164]

Hi from South Wales in Great Britain,thankyou so much have learned so much about these toners xx

[@soniazuniga6028]

Thank you so much for sharing your TRUE knowledge on Shades EQ. Just found you and subscribed, I am looking forward to watching all your videos! Blessings on your new business! You will be very successful!❤

[@PlumpPenguinPaints]

I really loved this! I'm not a stylist, I am a nail tech but worked in a small full service salon for years and have a huge interest in hair so I always paid attention. I call myself a kitchen-tician :) Anyway, i love doing colour, but am always scared of toner because of a huge accident back when I was just learning about self colouring etc. I looked like queen Elizabeth and I was 27! LOL Anyhow, you did a great job explaining without being too technical that those who don't know anything about colour wouldn't understand, but also without being too layman... or talking down. Loved this and I am totally a new subbie now. You mentioned talking about other toners you use for reds and such... yes please!!! I will be waiting very excitedly! You were awesome girl! Amanda!

[@DaniellaBenita]

+PlumpPenguinPaints thank you so much!!!! I'm so happy I can help. Color was really confusing to me too but once you break it down it's not confusing at all! I'll keep posting tutorials like this and I want to explain a lot more for you all. Also don't be afraid of toners. They are your best friends! But I totally understand how you feel after you turned into Queen Elizabeth lol but please DM me on Instagram if you have any questions! @ DaniellaBenita Thank you again ❤️❤️❤️

[@PlumpPenguinPaints]

Wow... thank you! You are the sweetest! XO

[@drerector]

Daniella, thank you for this video. So well explained. You helped me so much!

[@supergurl3316]

Thank you!!! I loved your video! Straight to the point, sharing your valuable experience! ❤

[@leslietaylor725]

Great explanation! Easy to follow ! Thanks!

[@sophieh9387]

Great Video, I've started coloring my own hair, I needed a Shades EQ video like this one.. Thank you!!

[@DaniellaBenita]

Awesome! Let me know if you have any questions. Feel free to write me on Instagram @DaniellaBenita

[@rfaipoota2575]

Daniella Benita u r such a nice person ! A lot of hairdresser don't give their secrets for people who can't offer to get their hair done professionally

[@DaniellaBenita]

Rfai Poota thank you! We all need help sometimes and I’m glad I can do that! ♥️

[@fabssss7868]

Love this girl!! So much information that I can actually understand lol

[@kelseybacon9920]

Love this!! I feel like a learned so much 🤗🙏

[@tracyangel-knowles426]

OM Gaaaaawwwh?!?!U explained this all so well!!Thank u for taking the time & giving the best instructions that I have personally heard(& I’ve seen/heard A LOT...) thus far!!Very down 2earth like u were just having a normal conversation with u’r friends.Very relatable & so easy 2 follow.Not 2 mention that u just gained another subscriber as of today so keep up the good work girlfriend!!!;-)✌🏼💇🏼‍♀️🤩

[@theresaschweitzer6301]

Thank You for your help! More formulas please! I am new to shades EQ but it is something I NEED to use..

[@DaniellaBenita]

Theresa schweitzer it's the best! I'll make more videos soon!

[@laisaeteurn1127]

So amazing how you so clear about everything. Thank you so much

[@sliverscreen]

Please make a list for redheads. Your videos are very helpful. Thanxoxo a Bunch!

[@DaniellaBenita]

Boni Ramey thank you for watching and I will!

[@dolorescruz3137]

I just find you and I subscribed I was looking for this color line education and you were well explained Thank you so much for your time many blessings.

[@SuryaKundali]

Your a life saver very informative . Thank you

[@ladydezthepalace1815]

You should have been my cosmetology teacher

[@patzo3008]

Thank you! You make it so easy to understand 🌸

[@DaniellaBenita]

Patty Zozaya yay! So happy this helped ❤️

[@emilydowepa-c8975]

Thanks for this video and glad you mentioned silicones as I won’t be using this product

[@kybahas3]

love all your videos!!!!!

[@lisathebeautician6489]

Thank you! Good people like you SUCCEED👍

[@DaniellaBenita]

Thank you! I'm happy to help!

[@eboniccolors]

This video got straight to the point. Where were you when I needed you?? LOL!!!

[@kawaiifranki]

This is such an informative video. Thank you for sharing 💖

[@mikaanderson1690]

yes...i'd like your list of fav toners. Thx for the video. 😆

[@DaniellaBenita]

Mika Anderson thanks for watching mika! I'll make that list for you guys!

[@amandaalbers1185]

Thank you for this!!!! Yours is the first helpful video I've come across while trying to educate myself on this product. I would LOVE more videos on shades eq formulas. I'm wondering specifically... Which colors would you use if you were trying to brighten up a dulled out platinum blonde and also add a ashy level 7 root smudge?

[@DaniellaBenita]

Amanda Albers I've got you! Thank you so much for watching ❤️❤️❤️

[@DaniellaBenita]

+Amanda Albers root smudged always use an N. So whether you're using a 7,8,9 I always use 7n, 8n, 9n! If you want a little bit more of an ashy root add a little B to it and you'll be good to go! If you want to brighten I would use a highlift. Redken has blonde highlifts that tone and lift at the same time called blonde idol. They are gorgeous! You should check those out and see how you like them but if her hair is really fragile make sure to be careful about adding heat and using foils. ❤️❤️❤️

[@greyedladyst]

Amanda Albers , I would love formulas for blondes that want 'no' gold, but not ashy or silver. Nice toe-head look--

[@Worior810]

i have 500 bottles of redken shades am selling them

[@Worior810]

helo am located in dubai while i have shades am selling cheap

[@ev500sam]

Thank you, your videos are so very helpful and easy to follow.

[@humanhairsheneedhairtutori1833]

Thank you this was very helpful.

[@erickaromero559]

Thank you 🙏🏾, for sharing your knowledge. You been so helpful.

[@bakewithyen]

You are the BEST

[@jeanettechavez6752]

Yes list of toners!

[@DaniellaBenita]

Jeanette Chavez yes mam!

[@thelazysushi]

Daniella Benita what shade do you use on someone who wants (light) brown ashy hair? New subbie btw :)

[@DaniellaBenita]

Tiny Nguyen I love 6n with a cap of 6t! Leave it on for 20 minutes ❤️

[@thelazysushi]

Daniella Benita thank you 😘😘

[@thelazysushi]

I found out that they don't sell this product in my country :( can't get it on Ebay or Amazon either. Have you ever tried Schwarzkopf Igora Vibrance rage??

[@judyhowell6742]

WOW! Lots of great information. Thanks for sharing!

[@monicar5123]

Very helpful 👏👏

[@michellegwen30]

Super helpful video and easy to understand! Thank you

[@DaniellaBenita]

Thanks for watching!

[@bodyjewels]

Love this video..Yes more greAt formulas

[@DaniellaBenita]

Cynthia Lopresti thank you!!!

[@mbsweettime]

WOW...Thank you so much!, I'm looking forward to watching all your videos,It was so helpful😊

[@DaniellaBenita]

Awe thank you!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@tatianaoviedo2052]

one of my best video ever u shoul uploaed more often pleseee

[@DaniellaBenita]

Tatiana Oviedo thank you!!! I’m opening my own salon this month so once I’m open I’ll be making tons of videos!

[@maranfamily_]

You are so pretty!!

[@DaniellaBenita]

Esther Sang ☺️☺️☺️ thank you!!! So are you! 😻

[@dayanagarcia5805]

Pleaseee do a list of your favorites formulas 😃 I love your videos

[@DaniellaBenita]

Dayana garcia I will! We’re working on opening the salon but once that’s open much more to come!

[@camis1505]

When adding the clear for the toner, do you do a 1:1 equal ratio as well as processing solution? So say: 1 oz 9v, 1 oz processing solution, and 1 oz clear? Or would that dilute it too much? Love your videos 😊

[@starlite556]

So it looks like she never responded to that question.

[@juliebrown3844]

Where can I buy these products and your videos is well formal

[@bcreative6057]

Thank you for explaining 👍🏼😊

[@95anniemae]

So so helpful! Love your videos :)

[@DaniellaBenita]

Annie Ephlin thank you! 😘

[@lessmith315]

Such a lovely girl and very knowledgeable. Thank you!

[@janetlynn3999]

Thanks you very much ! I’m learning alot 🙏

[@mysticalbeauty8821]

Can you use it with a level 6 or 7 developer? That's not Redken? I have 09AA & 8C I'm about a level 8 blonde but the Redken developper is hard to come by for me

[@atefehj9785]

Would you please talk about COLOR GELS LACQUERS mixing measurement?

[@DaniellaBenita]

Atefeh J yes I will! We’re finally moved into my new salon so many more tutorials coming soon!!!

[@dougbearup2826]

I can see the green coming through about a one inch band right where the new growth darker area and the blonde on the ends. I noticed it in one of your other videos with your friend. I wonder if you weren't under florescent lighting.

[@judyklynstra531]

Love the video, thank you! I'm trying to formulate a level 5-6 Auburn shade, red/brown, do you have a fave formula for that in your bag of tricks? 😊

[@bMAXgg]

SOOOO amazingly helpful!! Thank you so so soooo much!

[@DaniellaBenita]

You're welcome girly! :-*

[@charlotteveach318]

So the redden light colors doesn’t lift. Is that right

[@charlotteveach318]

Sorry Redken light colors doesn’t lift right. So you can’t use them for highlighting.

[@Ugizi]

Ur so good ..explain very precise. Thx

[@ElleMartinez-p1n]

Loved your video! Great explanation. How would you mix and apply 9n and 9v for orange / brassy after balayage? Thanks so much!

[@rebeccarivas420]

New subscriber! Thank you!

[@skylernicole8716]

this was so helpful thank you !!

[@DaniellaBenita]

You're so welcome! Thank you for watching!

[@MarcusmanGM]

Soo you can use for your roots too basically all over coverage... I always worry all my hair will fall out ... great video I've been doing my own hair for 20 plus years and I got a beautiful box from Redken with all of their brand new shades five bottles plus processing solution I am a little nervous as long as I know my hair won't fall out I'll give it a shot

[@tonil.7706]

Thanks so much ! I'm a licensed cos and I love shades of q

[@tovahromanov7414]

Or Shades EQ, if your a stylist....

[@avaharris4760]

Amazing tutorial thank you would love to see your other toners

[@DaniellaBenita]

ava harris Coming out this Saturday! 🎉🎉🎉

[@lauramontero7572]

I love your videos!! I mistakenly used toner (wella with 20v) all over my hair and it brightened my highlights perfectly BUT it pulled my natural 6/7 root almost orange 😢. I was thinking of using shades eq to do a root shadow or balayage to get my roots back to their natural state. Seeing none of your highlights visible above though makes me nervous though (you look amazing I’m just looking for more of a balayage). Also you saying blonde can turn green terrifies me too lol I got my hands on 6N, 9N, 9T, clear, and processing solution. Would it work to paint the 6N/ clear in my roots, and then paint 9N/9T in the middle, and 9T/ clear to the ends and front pieces. Would this blend?

[@calmyourmind1048]

more helpful than you'll ever know!!!!!!!!!

[@VANDAGOAT]

Thank you, great tutorial 😃💇🏻‍♀️🎨

[@leahmarie8595]

Excellent tutorial thank you!

[@meredithdriscoll4379]

I have bleached hair level 9 and I want it to be platinum but not ashy ,I want some gold in with the 9v.like a bright platinum like Gwen Stafani.can 9v and 9g be mixed together?and I want it very light.can you tell me how much clear and how much toner to mix?my hair keeps turning out to dark because my stylist doesn’t know what to mix and she won’t dilute the toners,too much saturation. Thank you 🙏🏻

[@izxzxy]

thank you so much for this info ❤

[@trannguyen1630]

This video is so helpful. Thank you so much!! Can you show us how to do toner with brown hair or violet red? Please!!!

[@Izzywizzy74]

Thank you so much, you are so sweet..... really helped a lot

[@jenglz11]

I would love a list of toners you use for reds,browns,blondes!

[@tinaturner9332]

Great explanation for non-stylists. I’d love to know what toners you recommend to achieve copper red on dark brown hair

[@fresita5997]

Thanks for the video !! Love it

[@tullysoulliere8103]

Just found you and subscribed ...yay ! i have a liitle shop and so love doing hair a adore my clients ...have a good day doll. (O:

[@DaniellaBenita]

Tully Soulliere that's wonderful! Congrats! I'm saving to open one too. I can't wait ❤️❤️❤️

[@Worior810]

were is your saloon

[@hermeg6946]

I love for your explain very well thank you so much and God bless you❤️🥰💕👍👏👏

[@natalia677]

Hello Daniella, great video. Right to the point. What is your favorite formula for low lights for blonds? Once in 6 month I would do low lights for my highlighted blondes. I have never used EQ. Let say for level 10.

[@DaniellaBenita]

Natalia LoPresto 7NB is my go to! It blends perfectly with light blonde.

[@natalia677]

Thank you, Daniella! I am so happy I stopped by here!

[@RobinWright-o3n]

Yes a list would be great