Hair Color
Creativity is at the core of what we do. To help you stay inspired, we created a hub with all your haircolor needs. Our blog covers the latest trends, formulas, professional tips and inspiration.
05.27.2024
5 Must-Have Copper Spice Formulas
By: Jaclyn Harwood
As summer heats up, vibrant and bold hair colors are in high demand. Leading the trend is copper spice, a mix of fiery red and rich, warm undertones. This eye-catching hue offers a bright, refreshing twist to classic hair color and complements a variety of skin tones. From subtle highlights to big transformations, copper spice is making waves in the salon. Discover five must-have formulas and set the tone for a sizzling summer.
HOT CHILI
Get ready to bring the heat this Summer with a spicy salon look guaranteed to turn heads. We can't get enough of the rich copper hues and seamless color melt from root to tip. Check out this stunning color created by Wella Signature Artist @lindsey.wella and @tiffygotsthishair and get inspired for your next salon session.
#GETTHELOOK
LIGHTEN
Mix and apply Wella Professionals BlondorPlex Multi Blonde Lightener + Welloxon Perfect Pastel Creme Developer 1.9% (6 volume) in a 1:1.5 mixing ratio.
Once desired lightening is achieved, rinse and apply Wella Professionals WellaPlex No.2 Bond Stabilizer to reconstruct the inner hair bonds, balance pH and strengthen. Apply N°2 Bond Stabilizer to damp hair and leave on for 10 minutes. Rinse at the basin, shampoo and condition with Wella Professionals ColorMotion+, then proceed with color application.
GLAZE
Mix and apply Wella Professionals Shinefinity 05/37 + 05/43 and Shinefinity Activator for Brush and Bowl Application to the roots in a 1:1 mixing ratio. Followed by, Shinefinity 08/34 + 08/38 and the Shinefinity Activator for Bottle Usage, to the mid-strands and ends. Process color up to 20 minutes to achieve rich saturation and shine.
CARE
Complete the color service with Wella Professionals Oil Reflections Luminous Reveal Shampoo and Reboost Mask to restore hydration, smoothness and replenish hair structure.
STYLE
Create a soft bouncy style and finger coil definition with Wella Professionals Nutricurls Curlixir Balm Defining Balm. Hydrate and finish with Sebastian Professional Dark Oil and Wella Professionals EIMI Stay Firm Hairspray to reduce frizz and lock in shine.
SPICY GINGER
Step up your salon color with a vibrant blend of copper, red and violet to deliver a beautiful, sun-kissed look. We are obsessed with the results created by Wella Professionals Brand Ambassador, Daniel Mora @danielmbeauty. Check out his use of a base break, prior to a global glaze to reveal natural undertones and set the foundation for a rich copper hue.
#GETTHELOOK
BASE BREAK
Mix Wella Professionals Illumina Color 9/43 + Welloxon Perfect Creme Developer 3% (10 volume) in a 1:1 mixing ratio and apply to the root area (approximately 1/2" - 1"). Process up to 10 minutes to create a subtle brightening effect, exposing the natural pigment to complement the target shade.
#PROTIP: “If you want a natural copper, stick to Wella Professionals Illumina Color. It adds a touch of cool with a violet base, that refines all warm shades.”
GLAZE
Complete the look with Wella Professionals Shinefinity 08/34 + Shinefinity Activator for Bottle Usage, mixed in a 1:1 mixing ratio. Apply at the basin, combing through from root to tip with a wide tooth comb to ensure proper saturation. Process up to 20 minutes for maximum shine and vibrancy.
CARE
Follow the color service with Sebastian Professional Penetraitt shampoo and conditioner to cleanse, strengthen and enhance color richness. Add a treatment to the service or recommend at home care with the Sebastian Professional Penetraitt Treatment Repair Mask. The Penetraitt System strengthens hair against damage when it is most vulnerable and transforms dry and dull hair, to soft and shiny. Remember.. the secret to long lasting color is healthy hair with balanced moisture and hydration.
STYLE
Prep the hair with Wella Professionals INVIGO Miracle BB Spray to detangle and smooth, and Sebastian Professional Potion 9 for flexible styling, with 9 botanical extracts to restore moisture and shine. Next, reach for the ghd Helios Professional Dryer, for a light, fast and smooth blowout, then finish the look with Wella Professionals Glam Mist Shine Spray for humidity protection and a flexible finish.
CAYENNE GLOW
Watch out! This dynamic look might be the color of the Summer. Hair Artist Roy Jouni @royjouni.hair created this elevated strawberry blonde with a custom formulation utilizing Wella Professionals: Illumina, BlondorPlex and Shinefinity.
#PROTIP: Enhance hair surface, balance porosity and prep the hair for color with Wella Professionals ColorMotion+ Pre-Color Treatment. HOW TO USE: Spray on dry hair, concentrating on porous ends, then dry hair lightly with a blow-dryer. Continue by applying color, as usual.
#GETTHELOOK
FOILAYAGE
Mix and apply Wella Professionals BlondorPlex Multi Blonde Lightener + Welloxon Perfect Pastel Creme Developer 1.9% (6 volume) in a 1:1.5 mixing ratio. Once desired lightening is achieved, rinse and apply Wella Professionals WellaPlex No.2 Bond Stabilizer to reconstruct the inner hair bonds, balance pH and strengthen. Apply N°2 Bond Stabilizer to damp hair and leave on for 10 minutes. Rinse at the basin, shampoo and condition with Wella Professionals INVIGO Brilliance, then proceed with color application #2.
ROOT SHADOW + LOW LIGHT
Mix Wella Professionals Illumina Color 5/ + 5/43 + Welloxon Perfect Creme Developer 3% (10 volume) in a 1:1 mixing ratio and apply to the root area. Drag color down, approximately 1.5"-2" with a wide tooth comb to create a soft shadow effect.
With the same formula, create soft dimension throughout the head form with low light weaves, securing each sub-section with a foil.
CUSTOM FOILS (Virgin Hair)
Create additional dimension with Wella Professionals Shinefinity 07/34 + Shinefinity Activator for Brush and Bowl in a 1:1 mixing ratio. Build in natural highs and lows to the final look, strategically placing depth where it's needed.
GLOBAL GLAZE
Finish the look with an all over Shinefinity Glaze, by mixing 09/73 + Shinefinity Activator for Bottle Usage in a 1:1 mixing ratio. Apply and process up to 20 minutes for maximum saturation and shine.
CARE
Complete the color service with Wella Professionals Fusion Intense Repair Shampoo and and Conditioner to protect against breakage and leave the hair resilient and smooth.
STYLE
Create a light, bouncy blowout with Wella Professionals Ultimate Repair Protective Leave In, layered with EIMI Body Crafter Volumizing Spray at the base and EIMI Perfect Me Hair Balm Lotion on the mid-strands and ends. (One of our favorite products!) The EIMI professional beauty balm repairs and moisturizes hair, adding shine and smoothness for a luxurious feel.
VANILLA CLOVE
Looking for some major color inspo? Stay inspired with this gorgeous look created by Wella Professionals Top Artist, Ionela Chiriac @chiriac.ionela. The perfect summer hue with soft peachy tones, subtle dimension and unbelievable shine.
#GETTHELOOK
GLOSS
Mix Wella Professionals Shinefinity 08/34 + 07/59 + 09/36 + Shinefinity Activator for Brush and Bowl in a 1:1 mixing ratio. Apply from root to tip on pre-lightened hair (level 9) and process up to 20 minutes.
CARE
Complete the color service with Sebastian Professional Dark Oil Lightweight Shampoo and Conditioner, infused with a special blend of oils, including jojoba and argan oil to smooth and detangle. Towel dry the hair and spray 10-15 pumps of Wella Professionals Ultimate Repair Miracle Hair Rescue, powered by Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) and Omega 9 to rebuild and replenish hair from the inside, out. Comb through, wait 90 seconds, then proceed with styling.
STYLE
Apply Wella Professionals EIMI Extra Volume Hair Mousse to the roots, and Sebastian Professional Dark Oil to the mid-strands and ends to create a soft and light blowout. Recommend salon products for home maintenance to your guest and provide effortless professional styling from root to tip.
PAPRIKA SPICE
Create a summer to remember with this stunning color created by Wella Professionals Top Artist Ionela Chiriac @chiriac.ionela. The richness and shine is absolutely beautiful and the formula is 100% perfection. Save the details, shop the look and get inspired for your next salon session.
#GETTHELOOK
GLAZE
Mix Wella Professionals Shinefinity 07/34 + 08/34 + Shinefinity Activator for Brush and Bowl in a 1:1 mixing ratio. Apply color from root to tip and process with a Climazon for up to 10 minutes or without heat for up to 20 minutes for maximum saturation and shine.
CARE
Complete the look with Wella Professionals INVIGO Nutri Enrich Deep Nourishing Shampoo and Conditioner. Instantly moisturize dry hair and provide nourishment with Vitamin E and Goji Berry, known to be extra rich in vitamins, minerals and peptides.
STYLE
Create a light finish and soft waves with the Sebastian Professional No.Breaker Bonding Spray and EIMI Thermal Image Heat Protection Spray, paired with the ghd 1.25" Soft Curl.
HOME MAINTENACE RECOMMENDATIONS
Beautiful color doesn't stop at the salon. Recommend Wella Professionals ColorMotion+ shampoo and conditioner to lock in color vibrancy while preserving smoothness and shine. ColorMotion+ is also enriched with WellaPlex to strengthen the hair and reconstruct hair bonds after a color service. Don't forget to include a Wella Professionals Color Fresh Mask in your home care recommendations to keep color vibrant until their next salon visit. Three of our favorite masks for copper hues are: Golden Gloss to add extra shine, Peach Blush for soft pastel shades and Copper Glow for deep rich tones.
STAY CONNECTED
Inspired to create? Follow Wellastore.com on Instagram @wellastoreusa for inspiration, education and #PROTIPS. Learn from salon professionals around the globe and tag @wellastoreusa in your trend setting looks for a chance to be featured. We can't wait to see what you create. Happy Coloring!
