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02.05.2025
#GETTHELOOK Love-Struck Red Hair Color and Nails
By: Jaclyn Harwood
Red hair and nails are a classic yet daring choice that never goes out of style. For salon professionals, perfecting this vibrant look means knowing how to tailor red shades to suit each client’s unique personality and skin tone. From rich, deep reds to fiery bright tones, mastering these hues ensures you're offering a bold, head-turning statement. Pairing this with coordinating nail designs, creates a flawless, cohesive look that clients will love, making red a must-have addition to your service menu.
LOVE-STRUCK RED HAIR
CRIMSON CRUSH
What can we say... we are head over heels for this beautiful color and style created by the talented Alyssa Salmon @thehairwaytoheaven in Long Island, New York. This love-struck red has vibrancy and dimension in all the right places. Save this formula and get inspired for your next salon look.
LIGHTEN
Wella Professionals Blonder Multi Blonde
Welloxon Perfect Creme Developer 3% (10 volume)
COLOR
Color Touch 5/66 + 66/45 + 4/0
Color Touch Emulsion 1.9% (6 volume)
TONE
Color Touch Special Mix 0/68
Color Touch Emulsion 1.9% (6 volume)
Once processing is complete, rinse color and shampoo with Wella Professionals ColorMotion+ Shampoo. Next, lock in the look with Wella Professionals Color Post Treatment. Protect haircolor from fading and enhance overall color results. HOW TO: Apply Wella Professionals Color Post Treatment to damp hair. Leave for 3-5 minutes. Rinse thoroughly.
Follow with Wella Professionals INVIGO Miracle BB Spray, Sebastian Professional Potion 9 and Sebastian Professional Dark Oil. The perfect trio to condition, smooth and protect. Blowdry with the ghd Helios, followed by Sebastian Professional Trilliant Spray, for an added kick of heat protection. Create swoon worthy waves with the ghd Soft Curl 1.25" Curling Iron and finish with Wella Professionals EIMI Glam Mist shine spray. Let's be honest... who doesn't love a little extra shine and vibrant red locks.
GARNET GLOW
Check out this stunning look created by the talented Holly Rosati @hollyydoeshair at the Bloom Beauty Room in Willoughby, Ohio. Is there anything better than a Wella Red?
ROOTS
Color Touch 3/0
Color Touch Emulsion 1.9% (6 volume)
LENGTHS + ENDS
Color Touch 66/45 + 77/45
Color Touch Emulsion 1.9% (6 volume)
Complete the color service with Wella Professionals ColorMotion+ Post Color Treatment. The express service strengthens the hair structure while improving color molecules retention with optimized pH, to improve hair quality and enhance color vibrancy. Lock in the look and recommend INVIGO Color Brilliance Vibrant Color Mask for at-home care. The color protecting conditioning agents, stabilize moisture balance and keep color from fading.
#REDTIPS: Red fades the fastest AND it is the hardest color to get out of the hair due to the size of the dye molecule. Washing hair in cold water will help prevent color from fading. Hot water opens the hair cuticle and makes the color fade faster. Always use a heat protectant and UV protectant.
RED VELVET
Rich reds and unforgettable shine are always a good idea. Check out this beautiful color and finish created by @cadecoiffcrew. Sometimes a hint of red paired with a soft brunette is the perfect combination to achieve serious hair envy.
ROOTS
Wella Professionals Color Touch 5/4 + 4/77
Color Touch Emulsion 1.9% (6 volume)
MIDS + ENDS
Wella Professionals Color Touch 6/75 + 77/45 + Special Mix /56
Color Touch Emulsion 1.9% (6 volume)
Complete the look with Wella Professionals Color Motion+ Shampoo and Conditioner. The color protection duo locks in color while preserving smoothness and shine. Follow with Wella Professionals Color Motion+ Structure+ Mask an intensive restructuring mask with WellaPlex bond structuring agents for ultimate condition and care.
#PROTIP Recommend ColorMotion+ to your salon guests to take home and maintain the look until their next salon visit. Protein and moisture balance are key to keeping red hair vibrant.
RUBY RED
We’re crushing on this gorgeous RED created by the talented Nina Nears @ninanears, from San Diego, California.
PRE-LIGHTEN
Blonder Multi Blonde
Welloxon Perfect Creme Developer 3% (10 volume)
COLOR
Koleston Perfect 55/46
Welloxon Perfect Creme Developer 9% (30 volume)
Lock in the color and complete the look with Wella Professionals INVIGO Brilliance Shampoo and Conditioner, followed by Wella Professionals Ultimate Repair Miracle Hair Rescue Treatment. Recommend Wella Professionals Color Fresh Mask - Red to your salon guest to maintain color vibrancy and refresh the look at home, until their next salon visit.
SPICED RED
Can we take a moment to appreciate this heart-stopping Red. The vibrancy, dimension and shine is delivering major hair inspo. Get inspired by this Wella Professionals formula and stunning color created by @beautyby.lupitacntrrs. We are in LOVE.
LIGHTEN
Wella Professionals Blonder Multi Blonde
Welloxon Perfect Creme Developer 3% (10 volume)
ROOTS
Koleston Perfect 33/55 + 0/66 + 0/44
Welloxon Perfect Developer 6% (20 volume)
TONE
Color Touch 66/45 + 44/65
Color Touch Emulsion 1.9% (6 volume)
Complete the look with Wella Professionals Ultimate Repair Shampoo and Conditioner... and don't forget to follow with 10-20 sprays of Wella Professionals Ultimate Repair Miracle Hair Rescue too! The patented formula trio repairs the hair inside and out with AHA and Omega 9.
LOVE-STRUCK RED NAILS
Make an unforgettable statement this LOVE season with a collection of flirty and fun, red nail polish shades. From sassy scarlets to romantic ruby hues, reach for OPI's collection of shades, sure to make your heart skip a beat. Add a touch of glamour to everyday styles and complete the look with one of our favorite recommendations.
Step into the love-filled season with OPI's I'm Not Really a Waitress, a vivacious chianti red, long wear nail polish and brighten up your look with the perfect amount of shimmer and shine.
Keep it classy and chic with Big Apple Red, the staple OPI shade and one of our all time favorites. This bright, shiny red, long wear nail polish, compliments any look and brings a sense of sophistication from head to toe.
Add a touch of opulence to your manicure with Bogota Blackberry with its deep berry hue and dark wine characteristics. The rich, velvety shade is a long wear nail polish that pairs seamlessly with your favorite night out or comfy night at home.
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