For the most vibrant result, apply to pre-lightened hair. It is important to note that the degree of lift achieved with pre-lightening will directly affect the vibrancy and intensity of the final result. Underlying exposed contributing pigment must be taken into consideration. If the hair is orange or dark yellow this will contribute to the final color.

After Pre-Lightening: Shampoo with ion(TM) Shampoo. Dry the hair. Apply chosen brights shade directly on dry hair and process for 20 to 40 minutes, depending on the level of color intensity desired. Strand test every 5-10 minutes. Heat is not necessary for processing if the hair has been pre-lightened. After processing, thoroughly rinse and apply ion(tm) Color Brilliance After Color Treatment to close the cuticle and lock the color deep inside the hair. 

Color Shine Overylays on Natural or Color Treated Hair: Apply brights directly onto natural color treated hair with processing cap and process with heat. For more pastel results, dilute color intensity by adding 2 oz of Clear Shade Diluter to 1/4 oz of any ion(tm) brights shade. Strand test every 5-10 minutes. After processing is completed, thoroughly rinse and apply ion(tm) Color Brilliance(tm) After Color Treatment to close the cuticle and lock color deep inside the hair.