Should I use 30 or 40 developer?

Choose a 30 volume developer when you want a developer that is stronger for a lighter and deeper color. The 40 volume developer is the strongest and has the potential to produce significant changes. It will lift your hair four shades and is suitable for blondes, especially high-lift colors.

Is there a big difference between 30 and 40 developer?

30 Volume Developer (30V / 9% peroxide) will lift the hair up to 3 levels higher and is commonly used with lightener. 40 Volume Developer (40V / 12% peroxide) will lift the hair up to 4 levels. It is often used with lightener or high-lift blondes.

When should I use 40 developer?

Is 40 Developer too strong?

40 Volume Developer, containing 12% hydrogen peroxide, should only be used when faced with truly stubborn hair situations and that too on the lengths only - never ever on the scalp. It has extremely strong lifting power, but because it opens up the hair cuticle so much, it can damage the hair cuticle unnecessarily.

Does it matter what volume developer to use?

20 volume is likely the most used developer in the salon. Twenty volume will give 1-2 levels of lift when used with permanent hair color. On finer fabrics it may even give up to 3 levels of lift. It is the standard developer for grey coverage, however, a stronger developer may be needed for more resistant hair types.

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Does 40 Developer lighten hair?

For lightening purposes without bleach, you'll need to know which developer volume is safe and effective to use. The most common developer volumes are 10, 20, 30, and 40. But you'll get the best results from using either 20 or 30 volume developer to lighten your hair.

How many shades does 40 vol lift?

The 40 volume developer is the strongest and has the potential to produce significant changes. It will lift your hair four shades and is suitable for blondes, especially high-lift colors. You can use 40 volume developer when you want to achieve a medium to dark blonde.

Will 30 Developer burn your scalp?

Over 30 volume can be too strong and cause burns if it touches your scalp. 30 volume developers and above are typically used on dark hair, while lower volumes, such as 10 and 20, are used for naturally lighter hair. Like any hair colouring product, hair developer can damage your hair if not used carefully.

Does 30 Developer lighten hair?

Will a 30 volume developer lighten hair without bleach? It will, but you won't get very good lift and you will be doing an extra chemical process for no good reason. Better instead to use the developer with Ugly Duckling bleaches, colors or toners, including our high lift colors on your client's hair.

How many shades does 30 vol lift?

30 Vol will lift your Hair 3 shades lighter than your Natural. The lighter your Hair, generally the brighter or more intense your Hair Colour can be. 30 Vol is great to use with Red's, Coppers and Medium Blondes. It can also be used with Bleach for a “strong” result.

How long can you leave 30 developer on hair?

You should leave 30 volume bleach in your hair for no longer than 15 to 30 minutes. The exact amount of time depends on your natural hair color and your desired result.

What number developer should I use for dark hair?

If your hair is darker, you might want to use 30 or 40 volume developer.

What volume developer should I use for toner?

How do you know which developer to use with the toner? 10 volume will allow the toner to deposit more color, 20 volume will deposit less. Once you decide which toner shade and developer you will use, measure using a hair color measuring cup and mix 1 oz. toner to 1 oz.

How do I choose the right developer?

Choose developer strength according to how many levels you need to lift. Use 20 Vol developer for 1-2 levels, 30 Vol for 2-3 levels & 40 Vol for 3 levels. If you are going more than 3 levels lighter, you will need to use bleach first. Stick to the recommended color and developer mix rules.

What developer should I use to lighten my hair?

30 volume developer allows you to lighten the hair while coloring by two or three levels, and allows more pigment to embed into the hair shaft. If your hair is not very damaged and you want a lighter and more long-lasting color, 30 volume developer can be a great option.

Can 30 Developer damage hair?

Yes. Developer can damage hair. If you pick a developer that is too strong for the hair texture of your client, it has the possibility of lifting the cuticle so much that it can't be smoothed back down.

What is 30 developer used for?

30vol developer is ideal for lifting 3 levels using permanent hair color depending on the texture and natural depth of the hair. It can also be used for grey coverage on more resistant hair types. When used with bleach and foils 30 volume works fast and may incur the risk of over-processing.

What is Salon Care 40 used for?

Salon Care 40 Volume Creme Developer provides a thick, easy handling gel consistency and very strong lightening action without color deposit. Can be used only as a bleach booster as well.

What happens if you use too much developer?

What Happens If I Put Too Much Developer In The Dye? Your mix will be more wet, & more runny. If it is way too runny, you may end up lightening the hair, but not depositing enough color. It will end up thinner, flatter and last less long.

Can you use 40 developer toner?

In pinch 40 volume can be diluted to 1:1 ratio with water to have the same strength as 20 volume. This is better than using 40 volume with the toner but it can cause the peroxide in the developer to degrade more quickly than usual so it must be use straight away.

What volume should I use for grey hair?

Always Use a 20 Volume Developer

Grey hair tends to be resistant and typically takes longer to grab hold of the hair. Since there is no pigment, there is no need to lift. You just need to open the cuticle enough to deposit the color.