How to Use the Color Dream Kit for Refreshed Natural Hair Shine
If you're looking to enhance your natural hair color with added dimension and shine, the
Color Dream kit offers a gentle, ammonia-free demi-permanent solution designed to refresh and nourish your hair. This guide will walk you through how to use Color Dream effectively and recommend complementary products to maintain your vibrant, healthy-looking hair.
Color Dream: Enhance Your Natural Hue with Lasting Shine
What is Color Dream?
Color Dream is a demi-permanent hair color that enhances your existing shade without drastic changes. It is ammonia-free and designed to last up to 16 shampoos, providing a soft, nourished feel with added dimension and shine. Available in 8 natural shades, it suits all hair types including virgin, highlighted, and color-treated hair.
Benefits for Your Hair
- Boosts shine and color depth while maintaining softness and conditioning.
- Zero lift formula means it won't lighten your hair but enhances your current tone.
- Blends up to 20% of early grays naturally without harsh chemicals.
- Fast application: Achieve results in just 20 minutes.
- Virtually fail-proof for at-home use, making it easy to refresh lengths and ends without worrying about harsh lines.
How to Choose Your Shade
- Select the lightest shade that matches your lightest hair tone for the best results.
- Avoid using brunette or black shades on blonde hair to prevent uneven darkening.
- Color Dream is ideal for subtle enhancements and dimension, not for dramatic color changes.
- For personalized shade advice, dpHUE Customer Support is available via email, live chat, or text.
Application Tips
- Perform an allergy test 48 hours before coloring.
- Apply evenly to clean, dry hair.
- Leave on for 20 minutes.
- Rinse thoroughly and style as usual.
Color Dream adds richer color effects than Glossy Glaze but is sheerer than Gloss+, with a shine that lasts longer than Glossy Glaze.
Maintain and Protect Your Color with Complementary Products
Color Fresh Shampoo: Gentle Care for Vibrant Hair
To keep your refreshed color looking healthy and radiant, use
Color Fresh Shampoo. This gentle formula contains botanical extracts that protect hair from UV damage and fading, leaving strands soft and shiny.
- Suitable for all hair colors and types.
- Paraben-free and sulfate-free to preserve color integrity.
- Recommended for color maintenance and preservation.
How to use: Apply to wet hair, massage into scalp and hair, then rinse. Follow with a conditioner for best results.
Color Fresh Blow Dry Crème: Hydrate and Shield from Heat
After coloring, protect your hair from heat styling damage with
Color Fresh Blow Dry Crème. Formulated with Argan Oil and Liquid Shea Butter, it hydrates and adds shine without weighing hair down.
- Provides high heat and humidity protection.
- Prevents color fading during styling.
- Lightweight and suitable for all hair types and colors.
How to use: Apply a small amount to clean, damp hair from mid-lengths to ends. Comb through and blow dry. Use on dry hair to tame fly-aways.
Gloss+ Toning Conditioners: Neutralize Brassiness and Enhance Shine
To maintain the perfect tone and softness, consider the
Gloss+ Toning Purple or
Gloss+ Toning Green conditioners depending on your hair color:
- Purple: Neutralizes brassy yellow tones in blonde, highlighted, or silver hair.
- Green: Neutralizes brassy red tones in dark brown hair.
Both formulas work in 3 to 5 minutes and deeply condition hair, leaving it soft and shiny.
Usage: Apply to clean, damp hair, leave on for up to 5 minutes, then rinse. Use as needed when brassiness appears.
Gloss+ and Glossy Glaze: Additional Shine and Color Boost Options
For a temporary color refresh and shine boost, these products complement Color Dream well when used separately:
- Gloss+: Adds pigmented color and deep moisture lasting up to 8 washes. Available in 13 shades plus a sheer option.
- Glossy Glaze: A 2-minute in-shower glaze that smooths frizz and adds a subtle tint lasting up to 3 washes.
Note: Avoid using Color Dream simultaneously with Gloss+ or Glossy Glaze. If combining, space applications 2-4 weeks apart.
Summary
Using the Color Dream kit is a straightforward way to refresh your natural hair color with enhanced shine and dimension. Pair it with gentle, color-safe shampoos and conditioners like Color Fresh Shampoo and Gloss+ Toning to maintain vibrancy and tone. Protect your hair during styling with Color Fresh Blow Dry Crème to keep your color looking fresh longer.
Achieve nourished, dimensional shine with Color Dream in just 20 minutes.
Protect your color and boost shine with Color Fresh Shampoo.
Hydrate and shield hair from heat damage with Color Fresh Blow Dry Crème.
By following these steps and using these products, you can enjoy refreshed, vibrant natural hair with lasting shine and softness.
What is Color Dream and how does it enhance natural hair color?
Color Dream is a demi-permanent, ammonia-free hair color kit designed to refresh and enhance your natural hair color with added dimension and shine. It lasts up to 16 shampoos, boosts shine, and conditions hair without causing drastic color changes. Suitable for all hair types, it blends up to 20% of early grays and is ideal for subtle color enhancements.How do I choose the right Color Dream shade for my hair?
To select the best Color Dream shade, choose the lightest shade that matches your lightest hair tone. Avoid using brunette or black shades on blonde hair to prevent uneven darkening. Color Dream is perfect for subtle enhancements, not dramatic color changes. For personalized advice, contact dpHUE Customer Support via email, live chat, or text.How do I apply the Color Dream kit for best results?
Before applying Color Dream, perform an allergy test 48 hours in advance. Apply the product evenly to clean, dry hair, leave it on for 20 minutes, then rinse thoroughly and style as usual. The process is quick and virtually fail-proof, making it easy to refresh your hair at home.Can Color Dream be used on all hair types and colors?
Yes, Color Dream is suitable for all hair types, including virgin, highlighted, and color-treated hair. It is available in 8 natural shades and is designed to enhance your existing color without lightening or causing harsh lines.What are the benefits of using Color Dream compared to other hair color products?
Color Dream offers a gentle, ammonia-free formula that boosts shine and color depth while conditioning your hair. It blends early grays naturally, works in just 20 minutes, and is easy to use at home. It provides richer color effects than Glossy Glaze but is sheerer than Gloss+, with longer-lasting shine than Glossy Glaze.How can I maintain and protect my refreshed hair color after using Color Dream?
To maintain vibrant, healthy-looking hair after using Color Dream, use Color Fresh Shampoo, which is gentle, paraben-free, and sulfate-free to protect against UV damage and fading. Follow with a conditioner and use Color Fresh Blow Dry Crème to hydrate, add shine, and shield hair from heat styling damage.What is Color Fresh Shampoo and how does it help preserve hair color?
Color Fresh Shampoo is a gentle, color-safe shampoo formulated with botanical extracts to protect hair from UV damage and fading. It is suitable for all hair colors and types, paraben-free, and sulfate-free, making it ideal for maintaining and preserving your refreshed color.How does Color Fresh Blow Dry Crème protect colored hair during styling?
Color Fresh Blow Dry Crème is a lightweight styling product infused with Argan Oil and Liquid Shea Butter. It hydrates hair, adds shine, and provides high heat and humidity protection, helping to prevent color fading and damage during blow drying or heat styling.What are Gloss+ Toning Conditioners and how do they neutralize brassiness?
Gloss+ Toning Conditioners are available in Purple and Green formulas to neutralize unwanted tones. The Purple conditioner eliminates brassy yellow tones in blonde, highlighted, or silver hair, while the Green conditioner neutralizes brassy red tones in dark brown hair. Both deeply condition and enhance shine in just 3 to 5 minutes.Can I use Color Dream with Gloss+ or Glossy Glaze at the same time?
No, it is not recommended to use Color Dream simultaneously with Gloss+ or Glossy Glaze. If you wish to combine these products, space applications 2-4 weeks apart to ensure optimal results and prevent color overlap.What is the difference between Gloss+, Glossy Glaze, and Color Dream?
Color Dream is a demi-permanent color that lasts up to 16 shampoos and provides lasting shine and dimension. Gloss+ is a pigmented conditioner that adds color and moisture for up to 8 washes, while Glossy Glaze is a 2-minute in-shower glaze that smooths frizz and adds a subtle tint lasting up to 3 washes. Each product offers unique benefits for color and shine.