UNDERLYING PIGMENT

• Refers to the pigment or undertones that are exposed anytime natural haircolor is lifted
• Generally affects the outcome of a color formulation when there is lifting of two or more levels
• The volume of developer affects underlying pigment exposed in the lifting process
• It is often necessary to add a neutralizing color into a formulation to ensure control of unwanted underlying pigment

Remember: The final results of any haircolor service rely on a blend of the color selected by the stylist and the contribution of underlying pigment

GRAY COVERAGE

• Gray hair is typically more resistant to coloration because it has a harder cuticle layer
• It is often thought to be very healthy and void of all natural pigment, but in reality, gray hair is the lightest form of the three primary colors
• It requires increased pigmentation for coverage
• Kenra Color Natural Series provides the essential balance of pigments to ensure even color saturation and maximum pigment uptake
• The Natural Series should be incorporated into all gray coverage formulations