Color Lab Series

The Ultimate Color Theory Bundle: Master Formulation, Toning, and Blonding Like a Pro

Get ready for a science-driven color experience that will revolutionize your approach to color formulation. We’re combining two of the hottest color theory tutorials into one power-packed learning experience. Whether you're a seasoned stylist or just getting started, these classes will give you the clarity, knowledge, and confidence to master color like never before.

Color Lab: The Science of Formulation

Duration: 1hr 20min

Ready to dive into the science behind every color decision? The Color Lab is your gateway to understanding the why and how behind color formulations. Led by Christine, our resident color theory expert, this class will take you on a deep dive into the essential principles that will elevate your coloring technique to a professional level.

In just 1 hour and 20 minutes, you'll gain an intensive understanding of the key elements that will transform your color work—whether you’re perfecting your blondes, creating rich tones, or working with vibrant reds.

What You’ll Learn in Color Lab:

• PH Levels & Their Impact on Color: Learn how pH affects color application, retention, and overall results. You'll discover how to manipulate pH for optimal color performance.

• Blonding & Understanding Underlying Pigments: The secret to perfect blondes lies in understanding how underlying pigments influence your results. Learn how to diagnose underlying pigments and choose the right developer to get the lift you desire without unwanted warmth.

• Base-Bumping Techniques: Avoid the dreaded warmth in your color by mastering the art of base-bumping. Learn how to adjust your formulations to prevent those unwanted tones from appearing, creating a cooler, more neutral finish.

• Why Your Gloss Isn’t Lasting: Tired of glosses fading too quickly? You’ll discover why your glosses may not be sticking and how to fix it, so your clients leave with color that lasts longer and looks better.

• Developer Choices: Choosing the right developer can make or break your color service. You’ll gain clarity on how to choose the best developer for each color situation, taking the guesswork out of the process.

• Formulating for Vibrant Red Shades: Learn how to achieve the perfect red, every time. Understand the nuances of formulating for bold, vibrant reds, and how to avoid common pitfalls.

• The Color Wheel: A Deep Dive: Get an in-depth understanding of the color wheel and how it directly impacts your formulations. Whether you're correcting or enhancing tones, knowing how to use the color wheel will make your decisions easier and more effective.

• Lightener Selection for Every Situation: Choose the right lightener for each color scenario—whether you're working with stubborn hair or aiming for a specific lift. Understand how to tailor your lightening process to achieve perfect results.

• How to De-Mineralize Hair Properly: Learn the importance of de-mineralizing and how to do it correctly to achieve clean, even color results—especially in clients with hard water buildup or other mineral deposits.

Color Lab Advanced: Elevate Your Glossing Game

Duration: 53 minutes 50 seconds

Ready to take your color skills to the next level? Color Lab Advanced is a continuation of our foundational Color Lab class, diving deep into the art of glossing, root melting, and troubleshooting common color issues. If you’re looking to elevate your glossing technique and gain an even more advanced understanding of underlying pigments, this class is for you.

In just under an hour, you’ll gain the confidence and technical know-how to execute perfect glosses, flawless root melts, and seamlessly blend colors for the most natural, lived-in looks.

What You’ll Learn in Color Lab Advanced:

• Understanding Underlying Pigments for Advanced Glossing: Go beyond the basics and explore how underlying pigments interact with toners and glosses. Learn how to use this knowledge to achieve specific results that suit your client’s individual needs.

• Advanced Glossing Formulation: Dive deep into how to formulate glosses for different hair types, textures, and color needs. Whether you’re looking to cool down a color, add shine, or neutralize brassiness, you’ll learn exactly how to craft the perfect gloss for every client.

• Mastering Root Melting: Learn the subtle art of root melting—an essential technique for creating seamless transitions between natural roots and lightened ends. Understand how to formulate, apply, and blend for a flawless finish every time.

• Consultation Work: Discover how to conduct a detailed color consultation that sets you up for success. Learn how to assess the hair, understand the client’s desired result, and make the best recommendations based on your expert knowledge of color theory.

• Mineral Buildup Troubleshooting: Mineral buildup can be a real challenge when it comes to color. You’ll learn how to identify and treat it, ensuring your color services turn out as clean and vibrant as possible.

• Deep Dive into Developer Choices: Take your understanding of developers to the next level. Learn how to pick the right developer for different applications, from lifting to depositing, ensuring consistent results across every client.

Why This Bundle Will Transform Your Color Work:

Color Lab and Color Lab Advanced are not just your average color classes. They’re a deep dive into color science, designed to equip you with the tools to make the most educated decisions every time you pick up a color brush.

By combining both classes, you’ll not only understand why certain colors turn out the way they do, but also gain the confidence to make quick, precise color adjustments that ensure your results are always perfect.

Here’s what you’ll walk away with:

• Clarity in Formulation: Whether it’s choosing the right developer or selecting the best toner, you’ll have a clear, reliable process for every step of your color service.

• Confidence in Blonding & Glossing: You’ll know exactly how to achieve the perfect blonde and gloss every time, eliminating the guesswork and turning difficult color services into routine successes.

• A Mastery of Color Theory: With a deep understanding of underlying pigments, developer choices, and the color wheel, you’ll be able to confidently solve any color issue that comes your way, delivering perfect results every time.

• Troubleshooting Like a Pro: Whether it's fixing brassiness, dealing with mineral buildup, or perfecting your root melts, you’ll have the expertise to address common challenges head-on.

Ready to Become a Color Expert?

This bundle is for the stylist who wants to take their color work from good to exceptional. If you’re ready to unlock the secrets behind flawless blonding, toning, and color formulation, then Color Lab and Color Lab Advanced are exactly what you need.

Grab your notebook, get ready to dive into some serious color science, and let’s take your color expertise to the next level.