How Ardell Gray Magic Color Developer 1 oz Can Transform Your Look

The Ardell Gray Magic Color Developer in 1 ounce is designed to be used in conjunction with Ardell Gray Magic Permanent Haircolor Additive. This color developer is specifically formulated to enhance the performance of the Gray Magic additive, allowing it to effectively cover stubborn gray hairs. The Gray Magic Color Developer contains advanced ingredients that work together to activate the color molecules in the Gray Magic additive. It helps to create vibrant and long-lasting hair color results, ensuring that the gray hairs are effectively blended with the rest of the hair. This color developer is easy to use and can be mixed with the Gray Magic additive in a 1:1 ratio. The mixture should be applied to dry hair, allowing it to process according to the recommended time on the Gray Magic additive instructions.

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I can t believe how shiny my hair is and it does bring out highlights in my color treated hair WITHOUT stripping the color along the hair shaft, or lifting the color from the roots. I can t believe how shiny my hair is and it does bring out highlights in my color treated hair WITHOUT stripping the color along the hair shaft, or lifting the color from the roots.

The mixture should be applied to dry hair, allowing it to process according to the recommended time on the Gray Magic additive instructions. Once processed, the hair can be rinsed and styled as desired. The Ardell Gray Magic Color Developer is suitable for use on all hair types and can be used with any hair coloring brand.

Product Review: Gray Magic Color Additive

Someone on Thriftyfun recommended Gray Magic for hard to color gray hair. I tried it last week and it worked. The instructions recommend 10 drops for one ounce of color. I just followed the Revlon hair color directions and mixed the hair color with the developer and shook it really well as usual. Then I added 10 drops of Gray Magic, and shook the bottle of hair color really well again.

Ok, don't get scared, but after I added the 10 drops, it turned the hair color dark purple! Yes, I was scared. But my philosophy is - hair can always be colored again. I colored my hair as usual, concentrating on the roots. But I also use a large tooth comb to drag the color through the rest of my hair and put some on the ends, since my hair fades there quite a bit.

I did keep my hair color on for much longer than the Revlon instructions; but I always do. I kept it on for about 1 hour. This is IN ADDITION to the time it takes me to actually put the color on my hair (which seems to take forever).

Then, still following Revlon's instructions, mixed a little warm water to my hair making it suds up a bit. I rinsed really, really well - but I always do. Don't get scared. When I rinsed, it rinsed out dark purple. I was scared. However, my results were great and I will definitely use it again. It colored all of my hard to cover grays.

Then I used a really intense hair conditioner after I rinsed and towel dried my hair. Then I wrapped my hair in plastic wrap and went out in the sun (you don't have to go out in the sun, but I do keep the plastic wrap on for around 1/2 hour to 1 hour, or as long as I can stand it. Then I rinse the conditioner out really, really well. I usually let my hair air dry after this, but I've also styled my hair immediately after too.

But this is one secret I have learned: I never, ever wash my hair the day before I color. In fact, I wait about 4 days after shampooing. Then, I don't shampoo my hair for around 4 days after I color. I don't have oily hair anymore (I'm 52). The combination of all of these things makes my hair color not fade as fast, I don't know why.

But I do rinse my hair in between shampoos (rinse really, really well to remove any gels, hairsprays, etc.) and then style as usual with gel, whatever, hair spray. The next day, I rinse, style and that's that. My hair doesn't get oily.

I bought Gray Magic at Sally Beauty Supply in Houston, Texas, USA, but they do have stores all of the USA.

• http://www.sallybeauty.com/

• http://www.aiibeauty.com/

The Gray Magic box says it's made in the USA, but here is more info from the box: Gray Magic is a registered trademark of American International Industries; AII (UK) Ltd; Berkshire R! 7SR.

More tricks:

I have stopped using shampoo and any hair products with sodium lauryl sulfate. I find it strips my color and dries my hair. This includes high end hair products as well as drugstore kind.

A shampoo that is my latest love is by Shikai and is called Henna Gold Highlighting Shampoo. Safe for color treated hair. And shiny? I can't believe how shiny my hair is and it does bring out highlights in my color treated hair WITHOUT stripping the color along the hair shaft, or lifting the color from the roots. No animal testing or animal ingredients.

A very nice product. I bought it for around $7.99 US for 12 ounces, at a local Whole Foods Store, a high end health food store (www.wholefoodds.com). Here are the shampoo details:

Shikair Products,
Santa Rosa, California, USA 95405
Tel: 1-5800-448-0298
http://www.shikai.com/

I only use a little bit of this shampoo on my scalp after I rinse my hair really, really, really well before I put on the shampoo.

Another trick: I never, ever shampoo the ends of my hair. I only shampoo the roots, which is really the only part that needs actual cleaning.

You wouldn't believe what this has done to get rid of my split ends. I also get hair cuts around every 6 weeks - there is no miracle for split ends, you have to have them trimmed off, but in one month of not shampooing my ends, my hair drastically improved.

I used Revlon brand 'Colorsilk' in 'medium brown' hair color - sorry, I didn't write down the color's number. I buy it at local drugstores (Walgreens, CVS) and also at Walmart and Target. All of these stores have websites: walgreens.com, cvs.com, walmart.com, target.com, probably at drugstore.com too.

You could probably email Revlon for a store that sells it near you.

Well, I think I have exhausted the subject! I hope you have good luck if you decide to try Gray Magic!

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It is important to perform a patch test prior to full application to ensure that there are no allergic reactions or negative effects. In summary, the Ardell Gray Magic Color Developer in 1 ounce is a essential component for achieving effective gray hair coverage. It works in combination with the Gray Magic additive to activate color molecules and create vibrant and long-lasting hair color results..

Reviews for "Unleash Your Creativity with Ardell Gray Magic Color Developer 1 oz"

1. Emily - 2 stars - I was excited to try the Ardell gray magic color developer, but unfortunately, it didn't meet my expectations. The product claims to magically cover gray hair, but I found that it barely made a difference. It was also quite messy to use and stained my hands and clothing. Overall, I was disappointed with this color developer and would not recommend it to others.

2. Jason - 1 star - This product was a complete waste of my money. I followed the instructions precisely, but it did nothing to cover my gray hair. The color was also very unnatural and didn't blend well with my natural hair color. Additionally, it left my hair feeling dry and brittle. I was extremely unsatisfied with this product and would advise others to steer clear of it.

3. Sarah - 2 stars - I was hoping that the Ardell gray magic color developer would be my solution to cover my stubborn gray hair, but unfortunately, it fell short. The product was difficult to apply evenly and left my hair looking patchy. It also didn't last very long, and within a week or so, my gray roots were already showing again. I was not impressed with the results and would not repurchase this product.

4. Mike - 1 star - I have used other gray hair color developers in the past, but Ardell's version was a huge disappointment. The color turned out extremely dark and looked unnatural on my hair. It also faded quickly, leaving my gray strands exposed again within a couple of weeks. Additionally, the product had a strong chemical smell that lingered on my hair. I would not recommend this color developer to anyone in search of natural-looking gray coverage.

5. Linda - 2 stars - I had high hopes for the Ardell gray magic color developer, but it did not deliver the results I was looking for. The color turned out very different from what was shown on the packaging, and it clashed with my skin tone. The application process was messy, and it stained my scalp. Furthermore, the color didn't last long, and I had to touch up my roots frequently. I would not purchase this product again and would explore other options for gray coverage.

The Key to Flawless Gray Coverage: Ardell Gray Magic Color Developer 1 oz