*Update* Home hair color advice needed...

[jordancatalano4ever]

So I've been dyeing my hair with Sally's ion color brilliance permanent creme level seven a medium ash blonde. I'm hoping to go a level warmer for fall/ winter. If I do, will I be able to go back to the 7a without any lighteners?

Also, is the Ion color brand good? The gals at my Sally's don't seem particularly knowledgeable.


I used a 7N and it turned out perfect. Warmed up just enough for a change but not so much that it felt super dark. Thanks ladies. Y'all saved my hair today

[treedimensional]

You don't change levels unless you want a lighter or darker shade. Just use a gold formula at the same level. 7G instead of "ash" 7A. It would still look best if it was foiled in, though. Much more natural and gradual.

I like Ion and have used it for years.

[jordancatalano4ever]

Oh I hadn't thought of that. Thanks!

[jolita]

If you are going to do an all over warmer tone, you should mix it with a neutral toned base. For example, if you just put a 7g over your 7a your regrowth area will be much more gold than your ends. Also, a gold over ash has potential to turn out green/gray-ish (you're putting a yellow base over a blue base). I know nothing about Ion brand color, but I'd look to see if they have a warm natural tone (7wn).

Really though, you should see a professional to avoid any mistakes. Good luck!

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