Tressa Watercolors - Intense Shampoo

Intense color and amazing condition is achieved by using Complex Direct Dyes delivered by Cationic Conditioners from natural renewable sources — allows WC Intense to live in the 5.3 to 5.8 PH range accomplishing a deep deposit without the harsh drying effect of others on the market. WC Intense is the solution for Direct Dye customer’s two main objectives – Fading and Commitment.

FAQ Section

1. What is Tressa Watercolors Intense Shampoo and what does it do?
Watercolors Intense Shampoo is a professional color-depositing shampoo that refreshes, maintains, or creates vibrant hair color in just minutes . It uses advanced Complex Direct Dye technology delivered by cationic conditioners to deposit intense color while cleansing, all within a gentle 5.3-5.8 pH range . It is available in multiple shades including Purple, Lilac, Blue, Red, Peach, Silver, Copper, and Rose Gold .

2. Is this product sulfate-free and paraben-free?
Yes. Tressa Watercolors Intense Shampoo is formulated without sulfates, parabens, salts, peroxide, PPD, and PTD . It is also cruelty-free and not tested on animals .

3. What shades are available in the Watercolors Intense line?
The Watercolors Intense range includes a variety of fashion shades:

• Purple – Vibrant violet tones 

• Lilac – Soft lavender purple 

• Blue – Intense cobalt blue 

• Red – Bright cherry red 

• Peach – Soft orange-peach 

• Silver – Cool metallic grey/silver 

• Copper – Warm metallic copper 

• Rose Gold – Pink-rose metallic 

All shades are fully intermixable, allowing you to create custom colors .

4. What are the key ingredients?
According to the product formulation, the base ingredients include:
Aqua (Water), Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Hydroxypropyl Guar, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Parfum (Fragrance), DMDM Hydantoin, Mica, Titanium Dioxide, plus direct dyes specific to each shade (Basic Violet 14, Basic Blue 99, Basic Red 22, etc.) .

5. How do I use this shampoo for best results?
Apply the shampoo to wet hair, leave on for 3 minutes, then rinse thoroughly . For more intense color, repeat the application process. Each consecutive application deposits more color, giving you complete control over how vivid you want the result .

6. How often should I use this product?
For maintenance, use once weekly to prevent color fading and keep shades intense and on-tone . More frequent use will result in more intense color deposit .

7. What hair types and colors does this work on?
This product works best on:

• Pre-lightened or bleached hair – for vibrant, true-to-shade results 

• Level 7 (light blonde) or higher natural hair – will take color but with less intensity 

• Color-treated, highlighted, or balayage hair – refreshes and maintains existing color 

• Level 6 or darker hair – will take some tone but results will not be intense 

8. Does it cover grey hair?
No, the Watercolors Intense Shampoo is not designed for grey coverage. It is a temporary color-depositing product for fashion shades and color maintenance . However, some users report it helps blend greys temporarily between salon visits .

9. Is it safe for all hair types including extensions?
Yes, this shampoo is suitable for all hair types and is also safe for use on human hair extensions .

10. How long does the color last?
The color will gradually fade with regular shampooing, typically lasting through several washes . For complete removal, use a clarifying or color-removing shampoo, or allow it to fade naturally over time .

11. Does it stain skin or surfaces?
The product can temporarily stain hands during application, but it rinses off easily with water . It does not typically stain shower surfaces, but it is recommended to clean up any spills immediately . Use caution with light-colored towels when drying hair .

12. What do customer reviews say about this product?
Users consistently praise this product for effectively maintaining vibrant color between salon visits, with many reporting it extends color life for over 12 weeks when used weekly . Red and purple shades receive particularly positive feedback for their intensity and staying power . Some users note that red requires more product than other shades .

Product Specifications Table

Why Choose Tressa Watercolors Intense Shampoo?

• Commitment-Free Color: Easily change hair color frequently without damaging the hair, as the color fades naturally or can be removed with clarifying shampoo .

• Professional-Grade Results: Developed with Complex Direct Dye technology that deposits super intense color without harsh drying effects, thanks to its balanced 5.3-5.8 pH range .

• Clean & Gentle Formula: Free from sulfates, parabens, salts, peroxide, PPD, and PTD, making it a safe choice for color-treated and sensitized hair .

• Extends Salon Color: Prevents color fading and keeps shades intense with weekly at-home use, allowing clients to go longer between full color services .

• Complete Customization: All shades are intermixable, giving you endless creative possibilities to create custom colors and pastel tones .

• CG-Friendly: Compatible with the Curly Girl Method, as it contains no proteins .

• Versatile Application: Can be used on wet hair for subtle refreshing, or on dry hair for more intense color deposit .

Safety Note: For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water. Keep out of reach of children. Professional use recommended, though suitable for at-home color maintenance