1. Product Overview
The Ion Permanent Creme Intense Neutrals 5NN Light Intense Brown is a professional-grade permanent hair color designed to deliver rich, long-lasting color with intensive shine. This formula provides 100% gray coverage and is formulated with ionic wheat germ protein and nourishing botanical extracts.
Image: The product box for Ion Permanent Creme Intense Neutrals 5NN Light Intense Brown hair color.
Key Features:
- Extensive shade range with beautiful brunettes, believable blondes, high lift blondes, richest reds and intense reds.
- 100% gray coverage.
- Ionic wheat germ protein, nourishing botanical extracts and low ammonia.
- Vegan and cruelty free (not tested on animals).
- State-of-the-art European formula for long-lasting, fade-resistant color.
2. Safety Information
IMPORTANT: Hair color products can cause allergic reactions, which in certain rare cases can be severe. A skin allergy patch test must be conducted 48 hours before each time you color your hair, even if you have already used coloring products before.
Before Application:
- Perform a Skin Allergy Patch Test: Apply a small amount of the mixed product to a clean area of skin, such as behind the ear or on the inner elbow. Leave undisturbed for 48 hours. If any irritation, redness, swelling, or itching occurs, do not use the product.
- Perform a Strand Test: To determine the exact timing and final color result, apply the mixed product to a small, hidden strand of hair before full application.
- Wear Protective Gloves: Always use appropriate gloves during preparation, application, and rinsing.
- Avoid Contact with Eyes: If product gets into eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
- Do Not Use On: Eyelashes or eyebrows. Doing so may cause blindness.
- Keep Out of Reach of Children.
- Do Not Ingest.
3. Preparation (Setup)
Proper preparation is essential for achieving the best results and ensuring a safe coloring process. Ensure you have all necessary tools and ingredients ready.
Image: A typical hair coloring kit including the hair color tube, developer bottle, mixing bowl, and application brush.
Required Materials (Not Included):
- Non-metallic mixing bowl.
- Applicator brush.
- Ion Sensitive Scalp Creme Developer (appropriate volume for desired results).
- Protective gloves.
- Old towel or cape to protect clothing.
- Timer.
Mixing Instructions:
The correct choice of color and developer is essential for best results. The choice must be made bearing in mind the natural hair color, the desired degree of lightening, and the percentage of gray hair. Remember, tint won't lift tint. If the hair has previously been colored with permanent hair color, then application of color corrector should first be done.
Using a non-metallic bowl, mix 2 oz. of Ion Color Brilliance Creme Hair Color with 2 oz. of Ion Sensitive Scalp Creme Developer. The mixing ratio is 1:1.
Image: A tube of Ion Permanent Creme Hair Color with a small amount of the cream product squeezed out, demonstrating its texture.
4. Application (Operating)
Follow these steps carefully for optimal color application and results.
Application Steps:
- Preparation: Ensure hair is dry and unwashed for at least 24-48 hours prior to coloring. Section hair into four quadrants for easier application.
- Apply Mixture: Starting from the roots, apply the mixed color evenly to the hair using an applicator brush. Work your way down to the ends, ensuring full saturation.
- Processing Time: Allow the color to process for the recommended time, typically 30-45 minutes, or as indicated by your strand test. For resistant gray hair, an additional 5-10 minutes may be needed. Do not exceed the maximum processing time.
- Rinse: Once the processing time is complete, thoroughly rinse hair with lukewarm water until the water runs clear.
- Condition: Apply a color-safe conditioner and leave on for 2-3 minutes, then rinse thoroughly.
5. Aftercare (Maintenance)
To maintain the vibrancy and longevity of your new hair color, follow these aftercare tips.
- Use color-safe shampoos and conditioners.
- Wash hair with lukewarm or cool water to help seal the cuticle and preserve color.
- Limit heat styling to prevent color fading and hair damage.
- Consider using a leave-in conditioner or heat protectant.
- Protect hair from excessive sun exposure, which can cause color to fade.
6. Troubleshooting
If you encounter issues during or after coloring, refer to these common troubleshooting tips.
| Problem | Possible Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Color did not take / No color deposit | Incorrect mixing ratio, insufficient processing time, hair previously colored with permanent dye (tint won't lift tint), product expired. | Ensure correct 1:1 mixing ratio. Extend processing time slightly (after strand test). If hair was previously colored, consider a color corrector first. Check product expiry. |
| Uneven color | Uneven application, insufficient saturation, hair porosity differences. | Ensure thorough and even application. Section hair properly. For very porous ends, apply color to roots first, then apply to ends for the last 5-10 minutes of processing. |
| Scalp irritation or burning sensation | Allergic reaction, sensitive scalp, product left on too long. | Rinse immediately. Consult a medical professional if irritation persists. Always perform a patch test 48 hours prior to use. Do not exceed recommended processing time. |
| Color faded quickly | Improper aftercare (e.g., hot water, non-color-safe products), excessive sun exposure, frequent washing. | Follow aftercare instructions (Section 5). Use color-safe products. Limit washing frequency and use cooler water. |
7. Specifications
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Ion Permanent Creme Intense Neutrals |
| Color | 5NN Light Intense Brown |
| Item Form | Cream |
| Product Benefits | Nourishing |
| Package Information | Box |
| Package Dimensions | 6.38 x 1.57 x 1.22 inches |
| Item Weight | 2.4 ounces (58.2g / 2.05 oz) |
| Manufacturer | Arcadia Beauty Labs LLC |
| ASIN | B08F9DTWHJ |
8. Ingredients
WATER, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, STEARYL ALCOHOL, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, CETEARETH-50, LAURYL ALCOHOL, AMMONIA, PEG-40 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL, MYRISTYL ALCOHOL, FRAGRANCE, COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE, SODIUM SULFITE, ERYTHORBIC ACID, ETHANOLAMINE, POLYQUATERNIUM-22, EDTA, BISABOLOL, GLYCERIN, DIMETHICONE, ARGANIA SPINOSA KERNEL OIL, TRITICUM VULGARE (WHEAT) GERM OIL, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, SODIUM HYALURONATE CROSSPOLYMER, ALPHA-ISOMETHYL IONONE, BENZYL SALICYLATE, CITRONELLOL, COUMARIN, GERANIOL, LINALOOL, p-PHENYLENEDIAMINE, RESORCINOL, m-AMINOPHENOL, 2,4-DIAMINOPHENOXYETHANOL HCl, 4-AMINO-2-HYDROXYTOLUENE, 2-METHYLRESORCINOL.
9. Warranty and Support
For product support, inquiries, or to report any issues, please contact the manufacturer directly. Specific warranty information is not provided in this manual. Please refer to the product packaging or the manufacturer's official website for the most up-to-date warranty details and customer service contact information.
Manufacturer: Arcadia Beauty Labs LLC
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