For L'Oréal Professionnel Dia Light toner, you must use L'Oréal Professionnel Diactivateur developer in either 6 volume (1.8%) or 9 volume (2.7%).
Understanding L'Oréal Professionnel Dia Light & Its Actiators
Dia Light is an acidic, demi-permanent gel-cream color from L'Oréal Professionnel, primarily used for toning, refreshing color, adding shine, and pre-coloring. Unlike traditional alkaline hair colors that lift the cuticle and deposit color, Dia Light works by gently coating the hair, making it ideal for sensitized or previously colored hair.
To ensure its gentle action and optimal results, Dia Light must be mixed with specific low-volume developers known as Diactivateur. Using a higher volume peroxide could compromise the integrity of the hair and alter the intended acidic performance of the toner.
The Exact Developers for Dia Light
The only recommended developers for Dia Light are the L'Oréal Professionnel Diactivateur options:
- Diactivateur 6 volume (1.8%): This is the most common choice for toning, adding shine, and maintaining hair integrity, especially on fragile or sensitized hair. It provides extremely gentle results.
- Diactivateur 9 volume (2.7%): This offers slightly more deposit and can be used when a little more intensity is desired, or for specific technical services like refreshing lengths and ends.
Here's a quick overview of your options:
| Developer Type | Volume | Percentage | Primary Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| L'Oréal Diactivateur | 6 vol. | 1.8% | Gentle toning, shine, pre-coloring, delicate hair. |
| L'Oréal Diactivateur | 9 vol. | 2.7% | Slightly more intense toning, refreshing, specific services. |
Mixing Ratio and Application
When preparing your Dia Light mixture, adherence to the correct ratio is crucial for optimal performance and color result.
- Mixing Ratio: Mix Dia Light with Diactivateur at a 1 part Dia Light to 1.5 parts Diactivateur ratio.
- Example: If you use one tube (50ml) of Dia Light, you would mix it with 75ml of Diactivateur (either 6 vol. or 9 vol.).
- Preparation: The mixture can be prepared in a bowl, an applicator bottle, or a shaker for easy application.
- Development Time: Allow the mixture to develop for up to 20 minutes. The exact timing may vary depending on the desired intensity and the hair's porosity.
Dia Light is versatile and can be utilized for various technical services:
- Pre-coloring: To equalize porosity before a main color application.
- Toning: To neutralize unwanted reflects or add specific tones after lightening.
- Refreshing lengths and ends: To revitalize faded color on previously colored hair.
- Adding shine and gloss: To enhance the natural radiance of hair, even on previously colored hair.
Why Choose Diactivateur for Dia Light?
The specific formulation of Diactivateur is designed to work synergistically with Dia Light's acidic technology. This combination ensures:
- No Lift: Dia Light does not lift natural hair color, making it perfect for toning without altering the base.
- Optimal Conditioning: It helps to smooth the hair cuticle, resulting in exceptional shine and a healthy feel.
- Gentle on Hair: The acidic pH respects the hair fiber, making it suitable even for highly sensitized or damaged hair.
Tips for Best Results
- Always perform a strand test: This helps predict the exact color outcome and processing time on your specific hair type.
- Apply to damp or dry hair: Depending on the desired intensity and service, Dia Light can be applied to towel-dried or dry hair. Consult specific instructions for your intended use.
- Even saturation: Ensure thorough and even application for uniform results.
