Everyone knows that hair dyeing with tint shampoos (dyes of the 3rd group) is used to give hair light shades for decorative purposes, this is the nuance of the hair without changing the basic tone.
The composition of these dyes does not include oxidizing dyes that enter into a chemical reaction with hair keratin. Such "gentle", light dyes are usually called physical.
Semi-permanent dyes
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It must be said that the latest development of paints based on physical dyes makes it possible to paint over gray hair, albeit insignificant. Such paints are conventionally called semi-permanent... So it's worth knowing how to dye your hair with a tinted shampoo to get a dazzling result.
Some of the paints of the 3rd group, according to their results, coincide with the paints of the 2nd group, comparing favorably with the latter in the ease of use and the absence of hydrogen peroxide in the composition.
True, the effect of painting gray hair is very insignificant, but semi-permanent means allow you to make it invisible without damaging the hair structure.
Generally, tint shampoos are often used to hide the first gray hair, to give a fashionable shade to faded, burnt hair or to add a liveliness of color to somewhat faded after perms.
Painting mechanism
Dye particles penetrate into the pores and cracks of the hair, envelop it from the outside, therefore, loose, porous hair is painted over much better than live, shiny, hard hair.
Which tint paint to choose?
- Tint paints are available in liquid, semi-liquid and cream form.
- Most often they are soap-alcohol solutions of dyes and odorants.
1. For example, the well-known "Londaton" can be used as a means to give hair light shades: light blond, golden, titian, copper, chestnut and mahogany.
2. Paste-like tint paint "Iris" by its effect on hair and the resulting range of shades is similar to "Londaton".
- Cream paints contain additional emulsifiers and active detergents in certain proportions. Compared to liquid dyes, they have a number of advantages: better adhesion to hair, uniform distribution over their surface, dosing accuracy, more convenient storage, cost-effective use, more intense effect on hair.
Tinted shampoos
- Soap-based products are very easy to use: the result is achieved by washing your hair.
- If the hair is significantly contaminated, before the tint shampoo, they are thoroughly washed and wiped off with a towel, after which paint is applied to wet hair... After abundantly wetting the hair with a coloring shampoo, massage it until a thick foam forms, preventing the paint from dripping, and at the end of the exposure time, wash it off with warm water.
Tint paints are rather unstable, therefore, if you want to maintain the desired shade, it is advisable to repeat the toning with each wash, that is, several times a month.
- Since coloring shampoos are intended primarily to revive, brighten up the natural hair color, they are selected specifically for it.
Examples of the effect of tint shampoo:
- So, light blond hair under the influence of shampoo of the same color, they get a lively beautiful yellowish tint.
- Matte hair treated with golden shampoo acquires a spectacular golden shine.
- Hair of a light brown-haired woman, washed with shampoo of titian color, will become brighter, with a reddish tint.
- The hair of a brown-haired woman from the same shampoo will acquire a copper color, and from a shampoo of chestnut color - a copper-brown shade.
- Finally, dark brown hair treated with mahogany shampoo will get a radiant red tint.
- The use of coloring shampoos on dark strands does not give any effect at all, since these funds are designed for toning quite blond hair.
Currently, there are many different tint colors: "Londaton", "Londeston", "Aromacolor", "Karaton", etc. When used correctly, most of them give hair elegant shades of golden-brown-red scale without changing the basic tone.
By changing the main tone with preliminary lightening and then treating the hair with coloring shampoos, you can get many nuances within the same range.
- The desire of dark-haired girls to have fashionable shades hair has led to the emergence of coloring shampoos, which are accompanied by hydroperite tablets. These are, for example, some types of "Londonston" for dark hair.
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- Good results are obtained by the use of tint shampoos after coloring with other dyes. For example, using tint shampoos to paint over gray hair of a very light blonde, it is difficult to obtain a golden color - it turns out to be light gray, and the etched ends sometimes even acquire some pale purple tint... A golden or titian tint shampoo will correct this situation.
Tint products for hair: what is important to know
- The ease of application of coloring tint shampoos gives rise to a lot of mistakes - the chosen shade does not match the original hair tone.
- Most often, the use of mahogany color for severely bleached hair leads to disastrous results. And the point is not even that a completely wild "fire" color is obtained, but that in these conditions the shampoo is so corrosive that it is almost impossible to remove it. Since the red color is discolored very badly, it is better to advise a girl in such a situation to slightly dull it.
- But more often, all the same, hairdressers have not to "kill" the brightness of the shampoo, but to regret its insufficient intensity and lightfastness.
Good results in obtaining gray-ash shades are obtained by using the domestic preparation "Irida".
Although it is produced in varieties for the specific production of platinum, ash, etc. shades, a rather long exposure time (up to 40 minutes) of the drug makes it possible, for example, using a dark ash or purple tone and reducing the exposure time, to obtain much lighter tones.
It should be noted that when applying "Irida" to the hair, a very strong darkening is immediately observed, but this should not be scary, since the drug acts very slowly, and if you wash it off ahead of time, the effect will be insignificant.
- Considering that at present there is a certain fashion for naturalness, people often do not paint over gray hair, but, on the contrary, want to emphasize it. It is very good to use gray shampoo for this purpose. Its use is very simple: it is applied to washed, wiped hair, foamed with a light massage, after 10-15 minutes it is massaged again, after which it is thoroughly washed off without soap.
All coloring shampoos are not very intense compared to oxidizing paints. But their constant use leads to the fact that the color becomes quite persistent.
For example, the constant use of mahogany shampoo forces the hairdresser to reckon with this very much: such hair, for example, cannot be discolored, it can only be dyed in a darker color, etc.
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- Toning preparations are available in liquid form, ready to use, or in powder, which is dissolved in water.
- Toning preparations can be mixed with each other, achieving the necessary nuances. For example, to obtain intense silver shades on bleached hair that looks yellowish, it is advisable to add anti-yellow, which kills yellowness, to silver or steel blue. The effect will be greatly enhanced. These products are applied to washed, wrung-out hair, carefully distributing it over all hair.
Brightening shampoos
Finishing the conversation about coloring shampoos, we should also mention the so-called "brightening" shampoos. For some women, this name is completely confusing. At home, they regularly "lather" their entire head and thus gradually over-etch the ends of their hair.
Actually a brightening shampoo represents the same etchant, only weak, and it must be used in the same way as any other means for lightening, that is, tint the roots as they grow, without applying to the ends, etc.
If we talk about the peculiarities of dyeing highly discolored (over-etched) hair, then it is worth mentioning that it is much easier to give them a shade for a short time, before the next wash. For this, there are so-called toning preparations (tint rinses), the dye of which does not enter into a chemical reaction with the keratin of the hair, but only covers and impregnates them.
The more the hair is etched, the better the dye adheres to it, therefore, the roots must be impregnated with toning dyes the most, while the ends are more hygroscopic and are sufficiently stained when the composition simply flows down onto them.
Safety engineering
Finishing the conversation about tint shampoos, it should be said that modern cosmetics and perfumery introduced such a variety of complex, often very strong chemicals that working with them requires a certain amount of care from the master.
They can cause various complications due to improper preparation of the composition (skin irritation, hair destruction, for example, with discoloration), or as a result of an allergy to this cosmetic product or any of its components - this is an individual reaction.
If in the first case, the master, observing the measure, may not feel serious problems of this kind at all, then in the second, during the primary dyeing of hair, in order to avoid possible difficulties, especially if it is known that the drug contains components that are often the cause of allergic reactions, it is imperative make a test for excessive sensitivity.
Tinted shampoos for hair prove, thanks to photos of girls before and after the procedure, that they can safely change the shade. Such shampoos do not affect the hair follicles and do not harm their health.
Women have appreciated the benefits of tinted shampoos.
- There is no ammonia in the composition, which means that they do not spoil the quality of the hair;
- Safe even with regular use;
- Approved for use for any type of hair;
- Easy to use;
- Paints over gray hair;
- Has a wide range of shades;
- Some shampoos contain substances, oils and vitamins useful for hair.
If we talk about the disadvantages of a cosmetic product, then there are several. First of all, the use of tinted shampoo requires dexterity, especially when used on blond hair. If applied incorrectly, the color is uneven. 
The second disadvantage is color instability. The tone is maintained until 1-2 washes of the head, and, therefore, it will be required frequent washing using the product.
How to use and flush - instructions
The tube of tinted shampoo has instructions that must be followed. This allows you to get beautiful color and not ruin your hair. You can not dye after a perm, as there is a risk of getting a completely different tone. 
Before applying the product to the head, an allergy test must be done: a small amount of shampoo is applied to the elbow. If after 15 minutes no reaction appears, the product can be safely used.
General instructions for using the tint shampoo:
- Wear rubber gloves on your hands, as shampoo can stain your skin;
- Wet hair with running water and lightly pat dry with a towel;
- The tinting agent is poured into the palm of your hand and gently, with massage movements, is applied along the entire length of the hair to form an abundant and lush foam;
- The time for which the product is left on the curls depends on the desired result, but should not exceed 40 minutes. The manufacturer always indicates the optimal time on the package;
- Then the hair is thoroughly washed using a mask or balm to soften them.
Tint shampoo for hair before use necessarily requires studying the instructions, which may include a photo before and after the procedure. Some manufacturers recommend using the product on dry curls and this must be taken into account before use.
How to choose the right color
Choosing the right tonic will give you the desired effect. 
Tinted shampoo is selected depending on the original hair color.
For dark hair
Girls with dark curls will not be able to drastically change appearance... Tint shampoo can only add a light shade and shine to the hair. To see the changes, you need to keep the product on your hair for the maximum amount of time.
The before and after photo allows you to see the effect of using a tint shampoo to change the hair color of red-haired beauties, which allows them to think before experimenting with shades. Copper and reddish tones are suitable for them.
For blond hair
Blonde girls, using a tonic, will be able to make curls more beautiful and effective. The most popular shade is platinum. It removes yellowness, makes hair shiny and silky.
For girls who bleach their hair, it is not recommended to use tinted shampoos.
However, if you want to get a bright color, it is better to choose the product that is washed off after the first two shampooing procedures.
For gray hair
Owners of gray hair need to choose shades that can evenly tint them.
Gray hair tends to acquire a very bright color after staining, therefore, when using tint shampoos, a uniform shade will not work.
Review of the best brands
Tint shampoos for hair, photos before and after which the manufacturers present, differ not only in price, but also in quality.
"Joanna Multi Effect Color"
Tint means "Joanna Multi Effect Color" is produced in Poland. It is used at home to enhance the shade of natural or colored hair. 
One 35 g sachet is enough for one application for long curls or two for short curls. The downside of the packaging is that after opening it is inconvenient to store.
Palette of shades:
- Sand, pearl and natural blond;
- Red raspberries and red currants;
- Cherry red;
- Deep burgundy;
- Juicy eggplant;
- Walnut;
- Chestnut.
Tint shampoo for hair allows, after application in the photo before and after, to see the changes that the curls have become more elastic and shiny. After staining, you do not need to wait for the color to be saturated, the toning properties are rather weak.
"Parli Cosmetics"
Tinted balm "Parli Cosmetics" is suitable for blondes. It allows you to eliminate yellowness and give the hair a noble cold shade. The toner is produced in a volume of 500 ml, which means that it will be enough for a large number of applications. It is worth noting the low price of the product - 205 rubles per bottle. 
The shampoo has a dark purple hue, but after rinsing it does not leave that color on the hair. The consistency of the product is liquid, it creates lush foam on the curls.
Advantages of using Parli Cosmetics:
- Gives hair shine and silkiness;
- Facilitates combing;
- Eliminates yellowness.
To get a beautiful cool shade, you will need 2-3 washings with a tinted shampoo. It does not dry hair and is suitable for frequent use.
"Concept Blond Explosion: anti-yellow effect" ("Concept")
Yellowness on hair after dyeing is a problem for most blondes. To get rid of it, experts recommend using the "Concept Blond Explosion: anti-yellow effect", which is specially designed for light hair. 
The product is available in a volume of 1 liter. The price is quite low - 500 rubles per liter bottle. The tonic has a rather thick consistency, the color is purple. The smell of the balm does not cause discomfort.
Use a tint shampoo immediately after washing your hair with a regular shampoo. In this case, the balm must be mixed with a conditioner or hair mask in a 1: 1 ratio. Apply over the entire length of the hair and wash off after 2-3 minutes. It is important to withstand time, because if you overexpose, the hair will acquire a lilac hue.
Women who have used Concept Blond Explosion: anti-yellow effect on their hair have a cumulative effect. To maintain the shade, the product is used once a week.
"Indola Color Silver Shampoo"
A tinted shampoo to give curls a silvery tint. The manufacturer promises blondes and owners of gray hair a silvery shade after using the product.
As part of the shampoo, purple and blue pigments are simultaneously used, which allow you to get rid of yellowness. Nutrients saturate the hair with essential amino acids and give it a healthy shine.
The product is available in two types: 300 ml and 1.5 liters. The bottle is convenient, has a stylish and memorable design. The average price for 300 ml is 360 rubles.
According to the girls' reviews, the "Indola" tint shampoo is easy to use and economical. Hair after application becomes very soft and tangle-free.
Three minutes are enough for toning. After rinsing, be sure to use masks and hair balms.
The only drawback of the Indola Color Silver Shampoo tonic is that the shade lasts until the first shampoo.
"L'oreal Professionel: Expert Silver" ("L'oreal")
Photos before and after applying the tint shampoo show that this remedy is indispensable for light hair.
After application, yellowness disappears, curls become more obedient and shiny.
The shampoo is produced in 250 ml bottles. The average cost of the funds is 850 rubles. According to the manufacturer, it is suitable for gray and bleached hair, as well as for natural blonde.
The consistency of the shampoo is a little thick, dark lilac shade. Forms a lush foam on the hair, is well washed off with water.
Use the product as a regular shampoo for washing curls, but keep it on the head for at least 5 minutes.
After application, a colder shade is obtained. The amino acids contained in the formula nourish the hair and give it a healthy shine.
"Irida-M Classic" ("Irida")
Toning agents have a wide palette of shades. Irida shampoo does not contain harmful components, is easy to use and is suitable for all hair types. 
Thanks to the gentle composition, the tint shampoo acts on the hair superficially, without destroying its structure. The advantage of "Irida-M Classic" is the duration of color retention up to 10 shampooing procedures.
With regular use at least once a week, a cumulative effect occurs and the shade is retained on the hair for a long time.
The palette includes shades for all hair types:
- Luxurious blond;
- Golden;
- Amber collection;
- Natural shine;
- Chocolate collection;
- Captivating reds.
Each girl will be able to choose the best shade for herself. Tonics help to change the appearance without harm to hair.
Matrix Total Results Color Obsessed So Silver
Photos before and after applying the Matrix tinted shampoo for colored hair, indicate that it removes yellowness, gives curls shine and brightness. You can buy the product at a professional hair cosmetics store. The average price per bottle is 600 rubles. 
After application, it brightens the yellowness of the hair. It is recommended to keep the product after application for 3 to 10 minutes. If overexposed, light strands can take on a purple hue.
Matrix Total Results Color Obsessed So Silver is similar in consistency to regular shampoo. It is thick, easy to apply to curls and lathers well. Gives hair light cold shade with pearl shimmer.
The disadvantage of the product is that it dries the hair. After washing with a tinted shampoo, the manufacturer recommends using a moisturizing mask.
Lisap Milano
A distinctive feature of toning balm is that it does not contain ammonia. The pigments of the product envelop the hair and give it a rich color and healthy shine. The composition also contains caring ingredients such as jojoba oil, peach seed extract and citrus essential oils.
The use of the tool is quite simple:
- The head is moistened with water;
- Apply a tint shampoo along the entire length of the hair and leave for up to 20 minutes;
- Rinse off thoroughly with water and enjoy the result.
Balsams "Lisap Milano" have 10 shades in their palette, such as:
- Golden copper;
- Red copper;
- Red fire;
- Violet red;
- Intense chestnut;
- Anthracite gray;
- The black;
- Brown satin;
- Hazelnut;
- Silver.
You can mix different tonic tones together to get the color you want. The girls note that the balm smells good. After use, the hair retains its rich color and shine for up to 5 shampoos.
"Constant Delight"
The Constant Delight shampoo contains two types of pigments: silver and violet. Thanks to this, the product removes the yellowness of colored and natural hair.
After application, the curls become shiny, with a slight silvery tint. Caring components, namely camellia extract, make them stronger and more elastic.
Apply the product to a clean, damp head. A small amount of shampoo is applied along the entire length and kept for at least 5 minutes. Wash off with running water and dry the curls in the usual way.
Manufacturers indicate on the packaging that frequent use of shampoo is allowed. The product is suitable for blondes. Thanks to the fruit acids contained in the shampoo, the hair will not dry out.
"Estel" ("Estelle")
A wide palette of Estelle tint shampoos allows every woman to choose the color she likes for coloring. The composition of the product does not injure the hair structure, while qualitatively changing the shade of the curls. The ultraviolet particles in the shampoo protect the hairstyle in the summer. 
The cost of the shampoo is low, the average price per bottle is 100 rubles. This makes it affordable for every girl, but at the same time the product is of high quality. Estel tonic has a natural composition that has a positive effect on hair health.
The duration of the color retention depends on the frequency of shampooing and the quality of the hair structure. On average, the brightness of the shade is maintained up to 6 washes. To maintain color, the shampoo is used every 2 weeks.
The downside of the product is that the change in hair color will be minor and short-term. Also, the girls note that on long hair a large amount of tint shampoo is needed. 
Estelle's color palette includes shades for gray hair, blondes, brunettes and red-haired beauties. If used correctly, a girl can easily change her image for a short time.
"Rokolor: Shine of color"
A distinctive feature of Rocolor shampoos is their composition, which makes hair light and silky. At the same time, the tool gives the curls a bright shade.
Tinted shampoos "Rocolor" have a wide palette of shades. The composition does not contain ammonia and harmful substances that affect the structure of the hair. Coloring pigments gently envelop the hair surface.
The use of the "Rokolor: Color Shine" means does not require the use of masks and balms. The shampoo does not dry the hair, but rather makes it more manageable and smooth.
The girls who have used the shade products "Rokolor" note the affordable price, ease of use, obtaining a persistent and bright shade. When used correctly, the product gives hair a light lamination effect.
"Kapous Professional: Life Color" ("Kapus")
The tinting agent Kapus was developed in Spain. They are suitable for all hair types as they contain fruit acids. The tinted shampoo will accentuate the natural shade and slightly change it. 
The tool gives a light toning effect, since it is primarily aimed at cleansing and improving hair. The manufacturer recommends using a balm of the same brand for a brighter shade.
Kapous Professional: Life Color products are considered soft and suitable for dry hair. After application, the curls acquire a healthy shine. Apply the product as a regular shampoo, first apply along the entire length and wash off after 5 minutes.
The Kapus palette is wide enough, so every girl can choose a shade to match her hair color.
"Schwarzkopf Proffesional: Bonacure Color Save Silver" ("Schwarzkopf")
Tinted shampoo from the Schwarzkopf brand nourishes hair thanks to herbal ingredients. The use of the product does not harm the curls, while qualitatively changing their shade.
The main advantages of "Schwarzkopf Proffesional: Bonacure Color Save Silver":
- Can be used during pregnancy and lactation;
- Approved for use once a week;
- Can be used on all hair shades.
- We must not forget that tint tonics are not as persistent as paint. To maintain the shade of the hair, you must regularly use the product.
The palette of shades allows you to apply the tinting agent on dark, light, red and chocolate hair. The application is quite simple, so it does not require special skills from women.
Hairdressers advise girls, so as not to damage their hair, to use tinted shampoos instead of paint. 
- Choose your color wisely. You don't need to drastically change your hair tone right away. To begin with, it is enough to choose a tonic that differs by 1-2 tones;
- Do not overexpose the tinting agent on your hair. This will cause the curls to look like straw;
- It is recommended to apply the product along the entire length, from the crown of the head to the ends of the hair;
- To make the color more persistent, add a little vinegar or lemon juice to the water when rinsing;
- After the dyeing procedure with a tinted shampoo, be sure to use caring hair masks and balms to make the hair softer.
Following such simple tips, girls will be able to easily change their hair color using tint shampoos and get bright photos before and after the procedure.
Photos before and after using tinted hair shampoos
Tinted shampoos are a unique formulation for women who do not want to use dye and harm their hair health. They help to change the shade of curls to a short one.
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Tinted hair shampoos. What is it:
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Tinted shampoos enjoy well-deserved popularity, which is easy to explain. Thanks to this tool, the coloring becomes a softer, gentle procedure, since these shampoos do not contain ammonia. In addition, the tinted shampoo contains substances that nourish the hair and improve its structure.
When dyeing hair with a tinted shampoo the hair structure is not damaged. This is the main difference from conventional hair dye, when using it, the hair is dyed both outside and inside. The tint shampoo dyes the hair only from the outside, forming a kind of film on the hair.
Tint shampoo: properties
Lack of tint shampoo it is often said that hair coloring made with it is very short-lived. Indeed, it is enough to wash your hair 4 to 6 times with a regular shampoo so that the dye is completely washed off.
However, this property can be a significant advantage. After all, sometimes it is very difficult to foresee whether a particular shade of hair is suitable. And in case the color is unsuccessful, everything can be quickly corrected.
It should be remembered that this shampoo can only help slightly change the natural shade of the hair. It will not work to radically change the color, to turn, for example, black hair into blond hair. However, if you need to make gray hair less noticeable, then a tint shampoo can be very useful.
Choosing a shade of tinted shampoo. Fashion trends
The most popular colors in almost any season are shades of chocolate, red and gold. They are still relevant now. You can recommend tinted shampoos of caramel, copper, cherry and honey colors. When painting gray hair, many prefer a silvery shade.
Tint shampoo: method of application
It's easy to use. Shampoo is applied to damp hair and evenly distributed over the entire length. Wait 3 - 4 minutes, then rinse thoroughly with warm water. If you want to enhance the result, you can repeat the procedure - apply and wash off the shampoo again. This can be repeated 2-3 times.
Since the tinted shampoo does not damage the hair, it can be used frequently. However, there are still restrictions on its use. You should not use it immediately after a perm - you should wait about two weeks. Otherwise, the result can be quite unpredictable, since the hair needs some rest after curling.
Tinted shampoos - an opportunity to experiment
Tinted shampoos can help to carry out interesting experiments on hair coloring, the result of which can be original and stylish. For example, take shampoos of two shades and make a kind of coloring - divide the hair into separate strands and apply shampoos on them different shades... But this procedure should be carried out very carefully. And it is necessary to select colors so that they are harmoniously combined with each other.
A simple remedy like tint shampoo can achieve interesting results. It is enough to add a small touch to your image - to slightly change the shade of your hair - to start perceiving yourself in a new way and look at yourself with different eyes.
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Good tone - recipe for success!
It's boring to be the same all the time. Therefore, women are happy to give free rein to experiments. Hair is often the first in line, but ammonia dyes spoil their structure, poisoning the body with harmful substances. In addition, any persistent dye lasts long enough and limits the field of experiments. An alternative to ammonia is tinted shampoos and balms or hair tonics.
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The toner adds new color nuances to natural or "artificial" base shades of hair, completely dyes them from scratch to a different color or neutralizes unwanted pigments (for example, the yellowness of the blond tone). The specific effect depends on method of application.
If the product is applied to the curls for a long time, the color turns out to be rich and bright. When the tonic is added to the balm or mask on a "drop" basis and washed off after a few minutes, it gives the hair only a light shade. Some people dilute a small amount of tonic in water, rinsing the head with the resulting solution after washing. In general, the use of a tonic is a purely individual thing, and, perhaps, it is the correct application method that determines how successful the result will be.
There are several dozen tinted shampoos and balms on the Russian market, but most often buyers choose only a few brands. Some tonics belong to the segment of professional products, some - to the inexpensive mass market. If you are still in doubt about which company to give preference, read our rating of the best hair tonics.
1st place in the rating is occupied by
hair tonicsL "Oréal Professionnel -
for professional quality
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The weight:250 ml.
Price: from 350 rubles
Active ingredients: coloring pigment, caring formula, free amino acids, proteins.
Act:gives shade and shine, cares, neutralizes unwanted pigments.
"Purple" tinted shampoos from L "Oréal Professionnel remove unwanted yellow pigment from gray and blond hair. The products are presented in two versions: conditionally" male "(Gray) and" female "(Silver). According to those who have tried tonics from L "Oréal, when used correctly, both Silver and Gray give an almost completely even tone without staining the streaked strands in gray or purple. For chestnut, dark and blond hair the French manufacturer has a line of "Gloss Color". The golden copper and red tonics of this series help to visibly revitalize the tone and give shine to both colored and natural hair.
Pros:
- even color,
- caring formula,
- easily washed off the skin.
Minuses:difficult to find in stores, expensive, contains SLS, it is not easy to wash from household surfaces if you do not do this immediately after rinsing your hair.
Positive and negative reviews about L "Oréal tonics:
+ « L "Oréal Silver - "Must Have!" every blonde. The hair color turns out to be even, and at one time there is only a “pea” of this shampoo. The tonic foams very well. "
- “Disappointed, I give it to my dad (he liked the way the gray hair glitters). I ordered a large package via the Internet « Gray» ... The tone is really even, but gray-green. "
2nd place - tint shampooBonacure Color Save Silver
from Schwarzkopf Professional -
for an even tone and color protection
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The weight:250 ml.
Price: from 350 rubles
Active ingredients: coloring pigment (ACID Violet 43), keratin.
Act:protects the base color, washes the hair, adds shade.
Tinted shampoo "Bonacure Color Save" marked "Silver" is intended for both blond and gray hair. As intended by the manufacturer, he should correct unwanted yellow-red pigments on discolored "blonde" and gray curls. However, inventive ladies use it for toning completely natural copper and light brown shades in an ashy color.
Pros:
- even tone,
- certified foreign manufacturer,
- does not paint leather and household surfaces.
Minuses:is expensive, dries out the ends, contains SLS and PEG-7. Many people advise buying a Bonacure tonic with a sulfate free mark.
+ “Perfectly removes yellowness from a copper tint in one application. There is no uneven color like Tonic. Does not dye leather and highlighted strands purple. Even the price can be forgiven for this. "
- “The shampoo is so-so. On my "Scandinavian-blond" head, the color comes out dull and gray. And to the touch the hair began to resemble straw. "
On the 3rd place in the list of the best - Tonic RoKOLOR
You can if you are careful enough!
The weight:150 ml.
Price: from 60 rubles
Active ingredients: coloring pigments, water, lanolin, alcohol.
Act:tones, neutralizes unwanted pigments.
It is the name of the product ROCOLOR that has become a household name, giving the popular name "Tonic" and other tinted shampoos. On the Russian market, "Tonika" is still the most popular hair toner. It is easy to use, lasts a long time and is sold in almost every grocery store. Violet and blue shades Tonics can permanently stain the curls in purple, so they are advised to only rinse your hair slightly by adding the product to water or balm. Some light colors (eg Milk Chocolate) and almost all dark and red tones can be applied directly to the hair.
Pros:
- Inexpensive price,
- Rich palette of shades.
- The presence in the line of a special flushing agent "Retonica" to neutralize unwanted results.
Minuses:uneven tone, if used incorrectly - "poisonous" colors, stains the skin and household surfaces, is difficult to wash off, contains harmful components (alcohol, SLS).
Positive and negative reviews about hair tonic "Tonic":
+ “All my life I have been adding an ash-pearl tonic to my hair balm once a week. The remedy is, of course, powerful. Therefore, I keep it only on the root part of the head, and only lightly run it along the tips and immediately wash it off. There are no "purple spots" with this application. "
- “Never! Never! Do not under any circumstances try to reproduce the application described on the packaging. For two weeks I walked with a purple head, holding, as the manufacturer advised, a fawn color on my hair for several minutes. Perfectly dyes not only hair, but also clothes, a bath, a towel, a sink! "
On the 4th place - hair tonics "Irida" from "Neva"
for the love of the public
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The weight:75 ml. (3 sachets of 25 ml.).
Price: from 60 rubles
Active ingredients: coloring pigments, water, glycerin, keratin.
Act:tones, looks after.
No less popular than Tonic Rocolor, Irida tonics are packaged in sachets, which makes many people more convenient to use. For dark hair, the manufacturer offers shades "Mahogany", "Burgundy", "Black coffee", for light - traditional purple tones, giving an ashy tint ("Pearl", "silver", etc.).
Pros:
- Diversity color palette.
- Convenient packaging (you can take 1-2 sachets on a trip, sachets can easily fit in a cosmetic bag).
Minuses:difficult to find in stores, it is easier to order from the manufacturer, the composition contains harmful components (silicone, SLS, alcohol).
Positive and negative reviews about hair tonics "Irida":
+ “Excellent product! At the same time it colors and looks after. But, of course, you need to apply it carefully, like all tint shampoos. "
- “The new packaging is very inconvenient! One sachet is not enough, two is a lot. And there are three of them in the package. What to do?".
On the 5th place - tonic Rokolor "Shine of color" -
for the lamination effect
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The weight:75 ml. (3 sachets).
Price: 40-60 rubles
Active ingredients: coloring pigments, caring formula.
Act:colors, looks after.
The “Shine of color with lamination effect” tonic from Rocolor is made on the basis of a unique “harmless” formula. Despite its low cost, the product does not penetrate into the hair, but only creates a colored protective laminating film on its surface.
Pros:
- Harmless staining.
- Convenient packaging (sachet).
Minuses:paints the skin, is poorly washed from household surfaces.
Positive and negative feedback:
+ “I really like the value for money. A penny, but it works like a 3 in 1 - shampoo, tonic, and mask. "
“Saved 20 rubles on paint and spent 5000 on a new bathroom. Decide for yourself. "
On the 6th place - tonic "Indola Color Silver" -
for soft hair coloring
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The weight:from 300 ml.
Price: 250 rubles
Active ingredients: coloring pigments, hydrolyzed keratin.
Act:colors, looks after.
Tonic from the German manufacturer "Indola Color Silver" is another branded product that saves bleached blondes from yellowness. Thanks to its keratin formula, it provides hair with additional protection and nutrition. Like all Indola Professional products, it has a rather soft coloration.
Pros:
- Large volume and economical consumption.
- Leaving effect.
- Soft tone.
Minuses:can dry hair, dye natural and bleached strands in different tones.
Positive and negative feedback:
+ "Cheaper, softer and more economical than other professional tonics."
- “The result lived up to the name. The young man began to call him "my old lady": the hair turned out to be some kind of completely gray-silver shade. "
On the 7th place - hair tonics "Estel" -
for a neat result and richness of shades
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The weight:150 ml.
Price: from 70 rubles
Active ingredients:coloring pigments, keratin complex.
Act: gives tone, looks after.
Estel tonics can be applied to the head for the entire dyeing period indicated by the manufacturer on the package. They dye their hair quite softly and evenly, but they are very uneconomical in consumption and dye the skin quite easily.
Pros:
Caring effect.
A wealth of shades.
Soft staining.
Minuses:it is difficult to wash from the parting and hands, many shades are enough for a short time
Positive and negative feedback:
+ “I love his 'personality'. The result is always different on different hairs (tried red tones with my sister) and very pleasant! Well, the smell with the consistency is pleasing - it's really possible to withstand on the head for all 20 minutes, unlike other "long" tonics. "
"In general, it is not worse than Tonic or Irida, but I only had a bottle for two times."
On the 8th place in the ranking of the best
tint hair balms "Color Lux"
from the Belarusian manufacturer Belita-Vitex -
for excellent packaging and natural tone
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The weight: 100 ml.
Price: from 60 rubles
Active ingredients:coloring pigments, olive oils and shea butter.
Act: tones, it is stated "improves the structure of the hair."
Coloring balms "Color Lux" are packed in an unusually stylish package. When you buy, you really expect to see a "luxury" tonic, but inside there is an ordinary "Soviet" tube, reminiscent of ammonia paint. The products are applied to the hair for 40-50 minutes. Contrary to unpleasant associations, the result is smooth and soft. Therefore, we are pleased to give Belita-Vitex the eighth line in the list of the best tonics.
Pros:
Caring effect.
A wealth of shades.
Soft natural coloration.
Minuses: fast consumption.
Positive and negative feedback:
+ “I lie to everyone that I paint in the salon). Very natural chocolate tones! But I think that after applying "Colorlux "additionally requires a mask or balm."
- “Washed off three times. I dried my hair. It smelled of paint for several days after toning. "
Hair tonic - which brand is better?
The most difficult thing in choosing a hair tonic is find your manufacturer... In Russia, tint shampoos do not have to be certified. And, unfortunately, some companies take advantage of this by adding heavy metal salts to the composition. These components remain in the hair structure for life. Therefore, when choosing a tonic of a little-known Russian brand, you should carefully study the packaging. As practice shows, the most popular domestic tonics in Russia are Russian products from RoColor and Estel.
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Foreign tonics, just like Russian ones, are "stuffed" with all kinds of synthetic components. However, in Europe, hair coloring products are subject to mandatory certification, so they rarely contain really harmful substances. When choosing a company, you should not be guided by the name. The tonic that you consider “ours” can in fact be produced in Poland or Germany, and a remedy with an alluring “imported” name may turn out to be a domestic “remake”. The general advice that cosmetologists give to those who doubt the choice of a tonic company is the number of components in the composition (the fewer the better).
For a true woman, the absolute immutability of the image is unacceptable. Most often, a change of image begins with experiments on hair color: hair dyeing, balayage, highlighting, graphic strands.
All these methods of creating a new modern look with the help of chemicals, over time, make the curls lifeless and dull.
You can shade your own hair color without using dyes that aggressively affect the structure of the curls, using tint shampoos.
Most of the fair sex speak only positively about these cosmetics.
This is due to the fact that tonics, in addition to their main function, also give the strands shine, refresh them and perfectly reflect the individuality of every woman, absolutely not harming the hair. At the same time, professional hairdressers allow the use of tonics an order of magnitude more often than conventional chemical dyes.
Learn more about what a toning hair shampoo is
Tint shampoo is a detergent product that is enriched with special active substances of increased durability, contributing to the color of curls.
In addition to the soap base, tonics contain:
- perfumed fragrances;
- vitamins;
- healing extracts;
- trace elements;
- proteins;
- various oils.
Due to the minimum content of chemicals and the absence of ammonia in the composition, the tonic does not inhibit general state hair and does not penetrate the cells of the epidermis. This cosmetic product gently envelops the structure of each hair with a soft film, restores the silkiness of the curls and refreshes their natural shine.
One of the main advantages of toning shampoos is the absence of contraindications to their use:
- most ladies use them weekly;
- the product is safe for women who are expecting a baby.
How to dye your hair with a product and wash it off?
There are two types of toning shampoos: a light effect (the color is washed off after 14 days) and a deep effect, with a rinse period of 60 days.
Both the one and the other type can be used in order to dye hair at home, strictly following all stages of the dyeing technique.
The first stage is preliminary preparation
- We wash my head and dry my hair slightly;
- we carry out an allergic reaction test - we put a little shampoo on the skin behind the ear or on the inside of the elbow and wait for about half an hour;
- during this time we pour, if necessary, the tonic into a plastic or ceramic container, choose a convenient hair brush;
- we protect clothes from accidental drops of the product by using a polypropylene cape, we put rubber or polyethylene gloves on our hands;
- in order to prevent staining of the skin of the face and neck, on the forehead, temples, ears and along the lower hairline on the back of the head, we apply any fat cream or wipe the indicated areas with a damp cotton pad, abundantly moistened with liquid soap;
- if the test does not reveal a negative reaction of the body to the components of the mixture - there is no burning sensation, there are no rashes and redness of the skin, then you can start staining.
The second stage is the use of funds
To give the strands a subtle shade, just wait 5 to 15 minutes. The brightness of the tone increases in direct proportion to the latency. The maximum time during which it is permissible to keep the product on the hair, according to the annotations for some shampoos, is 45 minutes.
The third stage is flushing
- Thoroughly wash off the strands with warm water - it should become completely transparent;
- apply a moisturizing balm.
Most experts advise reapplying tonics to consolidate the effect immediately after the first rinse. The exposure period should be fast, no more than five minutes.
Using tint shampoos at home, you should not neglect the precautions, namely:
- do not allow contact with mucous membranes, mouth or eyes;
- it is forbidden to use shampoos to change the color of eyebrows, eyelashes;
- prohibited to use cosmetical tools at the end of their expiration date.
The choice of tint products for light brown, dark, highlighted hair and with yellowness
In order to create a harmonious look, it is important to deliberately select a cosmetic product, taking into account the color of the eyes, hair, and skin tone. You should not strive for cardinal changes, it is better to focus on natural tones.
The desire to experiment is commendable, but coloring in unusual colors should first be tested on individual strands in order to correctly evaluate the effect obtained.
It is also worth remembering that the original hair pigment determines the effect of tinted shampoos. If the color of the curls:
- light brown - it is possible to paint them in almost any color, but pearl or golden tones will be the best choice, ashy will look good;
- red - owners of hair of all shades of copper will help to muffle the natural color of cognac, red, chestnut, beige and golden tonics;
- clarified - it is better not to conduct experiments using black tint agents (an ugly tint will appear after a few weeks), it is worth staying on the "Natural Blond" brightening shampoo with purple pigment and cornflower flower extract, or on tonics of golden tones;
- dark - hair color change will occur after using red - chestnut, cherry - shampoos, and soft highlights will appear after applying copper, caramel or gold tonic.
Changing hair color using the above cosmetic products is also possible if the strands are:
- streaked - paint over the bleached curls with dark colors - cherry, chestnut, cognac;
- yellowness - shampoos of purple color are capable of compensating for such unfortunate consequences of staining, as a result of their application, the strands will acquire a pure tone (the main thing is not to overexpose the tonic, otherwise the shade will become ashy);
- gray hair - most tint products are able to remove only about 30% of gray hair. This is due to the special structure of such curls. In the early stages of melanin loss, it is worth purchasing special tonics for gray hair with warm shades.
Review of the best brands
The modern market for tinting cosmetics is developing at a tremendous pace. Today, manufacturers of tinting products offer their customers, along with the usual range of colors, very specific options, for example, flamingos, blue velvet, lagoon, amethyst.
Still, it is worth paying more attention not to the originality of the shade, but to the fame of the manufacturer's brand - this guarantees an excellent result and persistent staining.
The list of the most famous brands includes 7 companies. The tinted shampoos they produce are slightly more expensive than analogues, but they do not damage the hair.
- Irida-M Classi.
Toners from this company are distinguished by uniform rinsing in an average of 15 washing procedures. They even out the shade of the hair well, remove yellowness, paint over gray hair, and in parallel take care of the strands. The color palette is recommended for light hair and is considered a real treasure for dyeing a natural blonde. Brunettes are better off using Black Coffee and Mahogany, while creative girls are offered shades of blue and pink.
In addition to the classic version, the company offers consumers a series of "Deluxe", which contains orange oil.
- Estel Solo Ton.
The line includes 18 different maximum persistent shades that do not leave yellow hair and protect strands from burnout in bright sunlight. Application is possible on both wet and dry curls, while the tonic does not flow. The product contains keratin and natural extracts. Washed off after 20 procedures.
The company produces a separate line of products called Professional. These tinted shampoos paint over gray hair perfectly.
- L'OREAL Gloss Color.
Quality products for gentle staining. The ingredients in toning shampoos include oils, natural vitamins and trace elements. Tonics of this company improve the condition of the hair, paint over gray hair, enrich natural colors curls. Gloss Color consists of a spectrum of reddish, golden and copper shades, and is specially designed for girls with dark hair.
- Schwarzkopf.
Toning shampoos come in 18 shades. They have good durability (washed off within a month), paint well, eliminate yellowness, care for the curls, moisturizing them.
- Schwarzkopf bonacure is a line of products with blue pigments. Successfully paints over gray hair.
- Wella - presented on the tinting market in two series.
- Color Recharge contains a tinted shampoo for blonde hair and five balms that perfectly support the color of colored strands.
- Wella Lifetex - innovative products for maintaining the existing shade and reducing the required number of stains. These shampoos are designed for hair not only light, but also red, nutty shades, as well as for painting a large amount of gray hair.
All Wella toners help nourish and moisturize curls.
- Rocolor.
A budget brand of toners that color hair in juicy shades. The Shine of Color product line, presented in 10 variants, envelops each hair of a curl with a thin protective film, visually creating a lamination effect. The colors lose their brightness after 5 washes.
Among the minuses - persistent staining of bath surfaces when washing off the product from the hair and drying the strands with frequent use.
- Kapous.
Tint cosmetics of this brand are products of a mild degree of exposure and are recommended for use by owners thin hair... The range of colors includes 6 options (from copper and sand to purple). Tonics, containing oils and a complex of vitamins, perfectly care for curls, eliminate yellowness, paint over gray hair. Regular use gives the strands deep color and vibrant shine.
How does the product spoil and harm hair when using toning shampoos?
Some of the products on store shelves do not have a quality certificate, and, as a result, can worsen the condition of the hair with prolonged use. This is due to the presence of aggressive components in their composition.
Proven brands, using a certain percentage of chemical ingredients to create toning shampoos in order to prolong the funds, compensate for their presence by introducing vitamin complexes and various extracts from plants into recipes.
If you need to frequently use tint toners, you should additionally moisturize the strands with conditioners and medicinal balms after each coloring so as not to spoil the hair structure.
