Directions Hair Lightening Peroxide 20 Volume
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This 20 Volume variant is milder compared to 30 Vol or 40 Vol, offering gentler lift and reduced risk of damage, making it suitable for more conservative bleaching or for hair that is vulnerable.
Perfect for gentler, more conservative lightening It is typically supplied in salon/professional size bottles (1 L) and intended to be used only when mixed with bleach powder, not used alone. This 20 Vol is not ideal when very strong lift is needed — for darker hair or deep lightening, stronger volumes (30/40 Vol) may be necessary, but at higher risk.
Buffered peroxide for a somewhat gentler process Peroxide alone can be harsh on hair. This developer is built with conditioning agents specifically to buffer the peroxide's harshness, providing a somewhat gentler environment for hair during processing, so mild lift comes with a degree of built-in care.
Key Features & Benefits
- Gentler Lift: Reduced risk of damage compared to higher volumes.
- Larger Volume: Salon/professional size for handling bigger bleaching jobs.
- Buffer/Support in Formula: Conditioning agents help buffer the peroxide's harshness.
- Brand Compatibility: Pairs predictably with Directions bleach powders, kits, and toners.
Product Specification
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Size | 1000 ml |
| Product Type | Cream peroxide developer |
| Strength | 20 Volume (6%) |
| Age Restriction | Not to be used on persons under 16 years old |
How the Ingredients Work
- Cream Peroxide (6%): The formula's active lightening agent, designed to be mixed with bleach powder — not used alone.
- Cetearyl Alcohol & Paraffinum Liquidum: Stabilizers and emollients included to buffer the peroxide and improve handling.
How to Use and Care for Hair Lightening Peroxide 20 Volume
Mandatory Strand & Skin Sensitivity Test: Always carry out a skin sensitivity and hair strand test, even if you have used the product on previous occasions.
Prep: Everyone should protect the hairline, ears, and any other sensitive areas with Vaseline before lightening. Use a non-metallic bowl (plastic, glass, ceramic) and a non-metallic brush.
Mix: A common ratio is 25g bleach powder: 75ml cream peroxide (adjust for consistency). Mix well to a smooth, creamy, lump-free consistency.
Apply: Apply to clean, towel-dried hair. Spread evenly using a tint brush.
Targeted Timing: Leave for 15–30 minutes depending on desired intensity, then rinse with cool water until clear.
Storage: Rinse thoroughly and follow with a moisturizing shampoo.
Safety warnings:
- If your hair has been previously bleached, lightened, spray lightened, or coloured using metallic salt-based products or henna, do not use this product.
- If you have bleached, tinted, or permed your hair recently, this product may not be suitable for further lightening. Please contact us for further advice.
- Not to be used on persons under 16 years old.
- Do not use the product on other body hair, eyebrows, or eyelashes.
- Not recommended for use during pregnancy.
- Do not use on an irritated scalp or broken skin.
Who this is for
Adults aged 16 and over, with a healthy, uninjured scalp and no contraindications, wanting a gentler cream peroxide developer for more conservative lightening or vulnerable hair, used mixed with bleach powder.
Who this is NOT for
Not suitable for hair previously bleached, lightened, or coloured with metallic salt-based products or henna. Not to be used on persons under 16, on other body hair, eyebrows, or eyelashes. Not recommended during pregnancy. Not suitable for use on an irritated scalp or broken skin. Not ideal alone when very strong lift is needed for darker hair.
FAQ
Q1. Can I use this on its own without bleach powder? No — this is intended to be used only when mixed with bleach powder, not used alone.
Q2. Is this gentler than the 30 or 40 volume options? Yes — this 20 Volume variant is milder compared to 30 Vol or 40 Vol, offering gentler lift and reduced risk of damage.
Q3. Is this suitable for very dark hair needing strong lift? Not ideally — 20 Vol is not ideal when very strong lift is needed; darker hair or deep lightening may require 30 or 40 Vol, but at higher risk.
Q4. Do I need to do a strand test before using this? Yes — always carry out a skin sensitivity and hair strand test, even if you have used the product before.
This 20 Volume variant is milder compared to 30 Vol or 40 Vol, offering gentler lift and reduced risk of damage, making it suitable for more conservative bleaching or for hair that is vulnerable.
Perfect for gentler, more conservative lightening It is typically supplied in salon/professional size bottles (1 L) and intended to be used only when mixed with bleach powder, not used alone. This 20 Vol is not ideal when very strong lift is needed — for darker hair or deep lightening, stronger volumes (30/40 Vol) may be necessary, but at higher risk.
Buffered peroxide for a somewhat gentler process Peroxide alone can be harsh on hair. This developer is built with conditioning agents specifically to buffer the peroxide's harshness, providing a somewhat gentler environment for hair during processing, so mild lift comes with a degree of built-in care.
Key Features & Benefits
- Gentler Lift: Reduced risk of damage compared to higher volumes.
- Larger Volume: Salon/professional size for handling bigger bleaching jobs.
- Buffer/Support in Formula: Conditioning agents help buffer the peroxide's harshness.
- Brand Compatibility: Pairs predictably with Directions bleach powders, kits, and toners.
Product Specification
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Size | 1000 ml |
| Product Type | Cream peroxide developer |
| Strength | 20 Volume (6%) |
| Age Restriction | Not to be used on persons under 16 years old |
How the Ingredients Work
- Cream Peroxide (6%): The formula's active lightening agent, designed to be mixed with bleach powder — not used alone.
- Cetearyl Alcohol & Paraffinum Liquidum: Stabilizers and emollients included to buffer the peroxide and improve handling.
How to Use and Care for Hair Lightening Peroxide 20 Volume
Mandatory Strand & Skin Sensitivity Test: Always carry out a skin sensitivity and hair strand test, even if you have used the product on previous occasions.
Prep: Everyone should protect the hairline, ears, and any other sensitive areas with Vaseline before lightening. Use a non-metallic bowl (plastic, glass, ceramic) and a non-metallic brush.
Mix: A common ratio is 25g bleach powder: 75ml cream peroxide (adjust for consistency). Mix well to a smooth, creamy, lump-free consistency.
Apply: Apply to clean, towel-dried hair. Spread evenly using a tint brush.
Targeted Timing: Leave for 15–30 minutes depending on desired intensity, then rinse with cool water until clear.
Storage: Rinse thoroughly and follow with a moisturizing shampoo.
Safety warnings:
- If your hair has been previously bleached, lightened, spray lightened, or coloured using metallic salt-based products or henna, do not use this product.
- If you have bleached, tinted, or permed your hair recently, this product may not be suitable for further lightening. Please contact us for further advice.
- Not to be used on persons under 16 years old.
- Do not use the product on other body hair, eyebrows, or eyelashes.
- Not recommended for use during pregnancy.
- Do not use on an irritated scalp or broken skin.
Who this is for
Adults aged 16 and over, with a healthy, uninjured scalp and no contraindications, wanting a gentler cream peroxide developer for more conservative lightening or vulnerable hair, used mixed with bleach powder.
Who this is NOT for
Not suitable for hair previously bleached, lightened, or coloured with metallic salt-based products or henna. Not to be used on persons under 16, on other body hair, eyebrows, or eyelashes. Not recommended during pregnancy. Not suitable for use on an irritated scalp or broken skin. Not ideal alone when very strong lift is needed for darker hair.
FAQ
Q1. Can I use this on its own without bleach powder? No — this is intended to be used only when mixed with bleach powder, not used alone.
Q2. Is this gentler than the 30 or 40 volume options? Yes — this 20 Volume variant is milder compared to 30 Vol or 40 Vol, offering gentler lift and reduced risk of damage.
Q3. Is this suitable for very dark hair needing strong lift? Not ideally — 20 Vol is not ideal when very strong lift is needed; darker hair or deep lightening may require 30 or 40 Vol, but at higher risk.
Q4. Do I need to do a strand test before using this? Yes — always carry out a skin sensitivity and hair strand test, even if you have used the product before.
