In the age of the Internet and the availability of information, everyone can feel like a professional in any field. To do this, you just need to read a couple of articles, chat with like-minded people on the thematic forum and watch one video lesson. This is how make-up artists, cosmetologists and hairdressers are born. And real masters from time to time have to correct the mistakes of unfortunate experts.
The difference between household and professional paint
Almost any cosmetic brand that produces professional cosmetics also makes household cosmetics for home care. It is produced in the form of shampoos and masks in small "home" formats, and, of course, hair dyes. Household dyes have a convenient applicator to apply the drug, oxygen, gloves and balm. But since information about the dangers of such paints appeared on the Web, fashionistas have been trying to paint with professional paints, however, everything is the same at home.
The main difference between professional paint and household paint is by no means in quality, but in what is intendedsuch a hair dye for professionals. Master hairdressers know how to choose the right percentage of oxygen and mix colors not only to get a beautiful new shade, but also to correct the existing one and prevent unwanted ones from appearing. It is a science that takes time to learn.
Types of professional hair dye
The professional line range contains more products than household hair dye. For professionals, not only permanent and semi-permanent dyes are intended, but also those that work only with gray hair, brightening and color correcting.
The leading professional paint producing countries are:
- Germany (Wella, Schwarzkopf Professional, Goldwell).
- Italy (Barex Italiana, Alfaparf Milano, Hair Company Professional).
- Spain (Periche, Hipertin, Salerm).
- France (L'Oreal Professionnel, Kydra).
- USA (CHI, Matrix, Sebastian Professional).
- Russia (Estel Professional, Ollin Professional).
Let's take a closer look at the Estel brand.
Professional paint Estel
Professional line "Estelle" is care, styling and hair dye for professionals. The product of the brand appeared on the Russian market in 2005. The brand was founded in St. Petersburg with the participation of experienced technologists and scientists. The molecular system KEs included in the main formula of the dye is uniquean innovative development that allows the pigment to quickly penetrate the hair without damaging its structure.
True, like many domestic cosmetic products, Estel Professional hair dye did not immediately win the trust of hairdressers. But today the brand creates worthy competition for European and Western brands of professional cosmetics. Many beauty salons prefer her.
Types of paint Estel Professional
Estel has several dye lines:
- Estel Essex Princess. Resistant hair dye "Estelle Professional". The palette is represented by 98 shades. The dye works with Essex Oxygen 3%, 6%, 9% 1:1, or with 1.5% 1:2.
- Essex Princess S-OS. Designed to lighten the natural base without prior discoloration. Work with 3%, 6%, 9% and 12% oxygen 1:2. It is necessary to withstand 50 minutes. The palette contains 10 colors.
- Essex Princess Extra Red. Ten bright, juicy colors of copper and red shades. Miscible with 9% and 6% Essex oxide. Leave on hair for 45 minutes.
- Essex Princess Fashion. Four trendy shades in pink and violet tones. Colors work in their pure form, do not mix with each other on pre-bleached hair. Hold for at least 35 minutes.
- Essex Princess Lumen. The palette consists of four bright, saturated colors designed for contrasting highlights without prior discoloration.
- EssexPrincess Correct. Nine correctors, seven colored and two colorless. Enhance color nuance and neutralize unwanted tint. This hair dye is for professionals. Knowledge of color and experience with dyes required.
- De Luxe. The luxury line of the Estel brand, the basic palette contains 109 colors. Works with oxide De Luxe 3%, 6%, 9% 1:1, or 1.5% 1:2. Cares for curls, gives a lively shine and rich color.
- De Luxe High Blond. Paint that brightens the natural base. The palette contains 10 noble light colors, from cold Nordic blonde to golden wheaten.
- De Luxe High Flash. Dye that dyes hair in bright shades without prior bleaching. Works on a natural base from the third level.
- De Luxe Pastel. Four delicate pastel shades to tone a pre-bleached base.
- Sense De Luxe. Careful toning without ammonia. The main palette contains 57 shades. Moisturizes and strengthens hair.
- De Luxe Silver. Paint that covers 100% gray hair.
- De Luxe Extra Red. Vibrant and highly durable reds, coppers and purples. Work with oxide De Luxe 6% and 9%, hold for 40 minutes.
The lines also have oxygen 3%, 6%, 9%, 12%, activator 1.5%, pastel toning activator and hair bleaching powder.
Estel paint reviews
Many beauty salons and independent hairdressers claim that this is their choicehair dye. Reviews of professionals about this product are positive. Masters like the consistency of Estelle paint, a palette rich in interesting bright colors, and durability.