Fade Resist Permanent Conditioning Hair Color - Vivacious Red
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Discover Dark & Lovely Fade Resist Vivacious Red Hair Color, a vibrant red hair dye designed to deliver brilliant color on textured hair.
Moisture-rich conditioning. Fade Resist now features a Moisture Mask formulated with Shea Butter, Sunflower Oil, and Vitamin E. This nourishing treatment increases hair’s moisture and locks in rich color for up to 8 weeks.
Vibrant red for textured hair. Specially designed for textured hair, this color deposits radiant red tones that shine with intensity. The result is long-lasting vibrancy and a brilliant finish that resists fading.
Hair Color for curl patterns 4-8. Dark & Lovely Vivacious Red is formulated to deliver rich, bold red tones designed for textured hair. The nourishing color system provides vibrant results while respecting the unique needs of curls and coils.
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Product Details
• Product Name: SoftSheen Carson Dark & Lovely Fade Resist Vivacious Red
• Size: 8.579 ounces
• Product Dimensions: 3.5 x 2.26 x 6.25 inches
• Hair Types: Curl Patterns 4-8, Textured Hair
• Product Form: Cream, Jelly
• Packaging: Kit Includes Applicator Bottle Containing Cream Developer, Bottle of Permanent Hair Color, Conditioner Tube, Instruction Sheet, Plastic Gloves
• Special Features: Vegan Hair Color*, 97% Naturally Derived**, Moisturizing, Nourishing, Paraben-Free, Silicone-Free
*No animal-derived ingredients.
**We consider an ingredient to be naturally derived if it is unchanged from its natural state or has natural sources and has undergone processing yet still retains greater than 50% of its molecular structure from natural plant or mineral sources. The remaining ingredients in the mask constitute 3% of its formula and are there to ensure its sensoriality and preservation.
Benefits
Ready for vibrant, head-turning red color? Check out all the features and benefits of Dark & Lovely Fade Resist Vivacious Red Hair Color:
• Rich, permanent vibrant red hair color made for textured hair, including curls, coils, and 4C hair
• Adds brilliant shine and fade-resistant results for up to 8 weeks, with up to 100% gray coverage
• After Color Care with 97% naturally derived* M oisture Mask, infused with Shea Butter, Sunflower Oil & Vitamin E to deliver hydration after coloring
• Vegan, paraben-free, and silicone-free
*We consider an ingredient to be naturally derived if it is unchanged from its natural state or has natural sources and has undergone processing yet still retains greater than 50% of its molecular structure from natural plant or mineral sources. The remaining ingredients in the mask constitute 3% of its formula and are there to ensure its sensoriality and preservation.
Full Head Application
Follow these instructions if this is your first time coloring your hair, or if you’re choosing a shade darker than you usually use.
Before you begin: Conduct a strand test on a small, hidden section of your hair to make sure the color and texture suit your hair goals.
Step 1. Put on gloves
Always wear the protective gloves provided in the kit before beginning your application. Gloves help prevent staining on your hands.Step 2. Mix developer and vibrant red hair color
Empty the colorant into the developer bottle and shake well until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Be sure the formula is fully blended to ensure even coverage and bold, consistent results.Step 3. Apply mixture evenly to sectioned dry hair
Part hair into 4 sections for easier control, then apply the color mixture from root to tip. Use your fingers (with gloves) or an applicator brush to distribute evenly, smoothing it through for full saturation.Step 4. Wait 30 minutes
Allow the color to process for 30 minutes on natural hair. If your hair is relaxed, leave the mixture on for 20 minutes instead. This timing ensures the vibrant red hair color develops properly without over-processing.Step 5. Rinse thoroughly
Rinse your hair well with lukewarm water until the water runs clear. This step helps lock in the vibrant red shade while washing away any excess product. Avoid shampooing immediately after rinsing.Step 6. Condition with Moisture Mask
Apply the included Moisture Mask generously to help restore hydration after coloring. Infused with shea butter, sunflower oil, and vitamin E, the treatment nourishes hair and seals in your hair color with softness and shine.Root Retouch Application
Follow this method if you colored with Fade Resist Vivacious Red Hair Color or a similar vibrant red hair color and it has been 6-8 weeks since you last colored.
Step 1. Apply to roots
Using the tip of the applicator bottle, part your hair into small sections and apply the vibrant red hair color mixture directly to new growth. Make sure all roots are fully saturated for even coverage.Step 2. Wait 20 minutes
Leave the color on for 20 minutes if you have natural hair or 15 minutes if you have relaxed hair. This ensures the new growth develops to a rich, vibrant red that blends seamlessly with your previously colored hair.Step 3. Refresh midlengths and ends
To revive faded color, work the remaining mixture through the midlengths and ends of your hair. This step helps refresh your vibrant red shade from root to tip.Step 4. Wait additional 10 minutes
Allow the mixture to process for an additional 10 minutes on natural hair or 5 minutes on relaxed hair. This helps restore depth, shine, and uniformity without over-processing.Step 5. Rinse thoroughly
Rinse your hair well with lukewarm water until the water runs clear. Avoid shampooing immediately to help the red pigments lock in.Step 6. Condition with Moisture Mask
Apply the included Moisture Mask to replenish hydration and smooth strands after touching up your roots.Pro Tips:
• For hair with resistant gray, apply to gray areas first.
• If any color mixture gets on skin, simply wipe off with towel.
• More than one box of vibrant red hair color may be necessary per application depending on hair length and texture.
• Do not save any unused mixture. The container may explode.
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Step 2. Mix & Apply
Step 3. Wait 30 Minutes
Step 4. Rinse Hair
Step 5. Condition with Moisture Mask
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Dark & Lovely Fade Resist Vivacious Red Hair Color FAQs
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How Long Does Fade Resist Vivacious Red Hair Color Last?
Fade Resist Vivacious Red Hair Color lasts for up to 8 weeks before needing a touchup. Exact timing depends on your rate of hair growth, how often you shampoo, and your lifestyle and environmental factors. -
Is Fade Resist Vivacious Red Hair Color Permanent?
Yes, Dark & Lovely Fade Resist Vivacious Red is a permanent hair dye that delivers lasting, vibrant red color. Unlike semi-permanent dyes that gradually wash out, Fade Resist penetrates the hair shaft to provide rich pigment and up to 100% gray coverage. With its fade resist technology and conditioning system, this permanent color maintains depth and shine for up to 8 weeks. -
How Do You Apply Vivacious Red Hair Dye?
This vibrant red hair color is easy to apply at home in just a few steps:
1. Put on protective gloves.
2. Mix developer and vibrant red hair color.
3. Apply mixture evenly to sectioned dry hair and smooth out. To section hair, we recommend using hair sectioning clips and a tail comb.
4. Wait 30 minutes if you have natural hair or 20 minutes if you have relaxed hair.
5. Rinse thoroughly.
6. Condition with Moisture Mask.For more tips on how to apply hair color, check out our Tips for Coloring Curly, Coily Hair.
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Do You Need to Bleach Your Hair Before Using Fade Resist Vivacious Red?
Dark & Lovely Vivacious Red Hair Dye is specifically formulated to work on dark hair without the need to bleach beforehand. Typically, you only need to bleach your hair before dyeing with vibrant red hair dye if your hair color is significantly darker than your desired hue. For dyeing hair from lighter shades to darker shades, or if your natural hair color is within 1-3 shades of your desired hair color, you don’t need bleach.
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Can You Use Vivacious Red Hair Color After Relaxing Hair?
Yes, Vivacious Red Hair Color can be used on relaxed hair, but timing is important. Always wait at least two weeks after a relaxer before applying permanent color to avoid over-processing. When coloring relaxed hair, reduce processing time to 20 minutes instead of 30.