Tressa - Colourage Gel Color - Concentrates & Clear

Colourage Permanent Gel Color contains the richest shades and most natural tones. Long lasting color that resist fading through state of Art Dye Coupling Technology infused with Oleic acid base gives hair the beautiful shine and condition along with translucent multi-dimensional tones with flawless grey coverage.

• Diverse color palette of 61 shades (included in 10 Tonal Series), plus 4 Concentrates, Blonding Booster and Clear
• Easy to formulate system
• Translucent, multi-dimensional tones with flawless gray coverage
• Long-lasting color that resists fading through state-of-the-art dye coupling technology
• Oleic acid gives hair beautiful shine and condition
• Smooth, gel-like consistency for easy mixing and application
• Economical – Mix 2oz developer with every 1oz of color
• Two developer consistencies to choose from for flawless application
• Available in 2oz tubes

FAQ Section

1. What is the Tressa Colourage Gel Color Concentrates & Clear designed to do?
This refers to the pigmented additives (Concentrates) and the diluting base (Clear) of the Tressa Colourage system. Designed to be mixed with the Colourage Activator, the Clear adds shine and dilutes color intensity, while the Concentrates provide an extra boost of pigment to enhance, deepen, or refresh existing shades. They allow for fully customizable demi-permanent color with no ammonia and no lift.

2. What does "Clear" do in a demi-permanent color system?
Clear contains no pigment. When mixed with Activator, it acts as a high-gloss finishing treatment to boost shine and refresh the hair’s cuticle. When mixed with a Colourage shade, it dilutes the color to create softer pastels or reduce intensity without damaging the hair.

3. How do I use the Clear for a toning or glossing treatment?
Mix Clear 1:1 with Tressa Colourage Activator. Apply to clean, damp hair. Process for 5-20 minutes depending on desired shine and porosity. Rinse thoroughly. This service is ideal for refreshing faded color or adding incredible gloss between color services.

4. How do I use the Concentrates to boost or customize color?
Concentrates are highly pigmented and are designed to be added to your base Colourage formula. For a deeper or more vibrant result, replace up to 50% of your base color with the corresponding Concentrate (e.g., 1/2 oz Concentrate + 1/2 oz Base Color + 1 oz Activator). For toning, mix directly with Clear and Activator.

5. Can Concentrates be used alone without a base color?
Yes, but they work best mixed with Clear to control intensity. A Concentrate used alone may be extremely deep/vibrant. For pastel or sheer toning, mix Concentrate with Clear and Activator in a 1:1:2 ratio (Concentrate:Clear:Activator) to soften the deposit.

6. Are the Colourage Gel Colors and Activator ammonia-free and vegan?
Yes, Tressa Colourage is generally formulated to be ammonia-free and vegan. It is a deposit-only color (requires 10 Vol / 3% developer or the specialized Colourage Activator) that conditions the hair while coloring, leaving it shinier than when you started.

7. What is the correct mixing ratio for Concentrates?
The standard mixing ratio for the Tressa Colourage System is 1:1 (Color:Activator). When using Concentrates, the total volume of the "Color" part of the equation (Base Color + Concentrate) should equal the amount of Activator (e.g., 1/2 oz Base + 1/2 oz Concentrate + 1 oz Activator).

8. How long do I process the color mixture?
Processing time is generally 15–20 minutes. Because this is a deposit-only, no-lift formula, leaving it on longer than the recommended time will not lighten the hair; it will only result in deeper color deposit. The formula stops processing after the cuticle closes.

9. Can I mix the Clear with other brands of color?
While Tressa is formulated specifically for the Colourage system, Clear is a conditioning gel base. Mixing with other brands is not recommended for predictable results, as the pH and developer interactions may differ. It is best used exclusively within the Colourage line.

10. How do I maintain color-treated hair after using this system?
To maximize longevity, recommend using sulfate-free, color-safe shampoos (like Tressa’s own Color Maintenance line). The Colourage system is a demi-permanent, meaning the color will gradually fade over several weeks, leaving no harsh regrowth lines.

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