Activators
5 vol. 1.5% / 1000ml
14.80 CHF
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Activators
14.80 CHF
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DESCRIPTION
What is NIKA Activators?
NIKA Activators is the oxidising cream developer for Grace Color shades and for the NIKA lighteners, in five volumes from 5 to 40 vol and 1000 ml bottles. One creamy emulsion covers the whole service: gentle toning at 5 vol, tone-on-tone or darkening at 10 vol, grey coverage and 1-2 levels of lift at 20 vol, up to 3 levels at 30 vol and intense lift of up to 4-5 levels at 40 vol. It mixes at 1:1, 1:1.5 or 1:2 with the colour or the lightener, while Lanolin Alcohol and Glycerin help keep the hair soft through the process.
Specifications
| Brand | NIKA |
|---|---|
| Format | Oxidising cream, 1000 ml |
| Product type | Developer for colour and lightening |
| Volumes | 5 (1.5%), 10 (3%), 20 (6%), 30 (9%), 40 (12%) |
| Mixing ratio | 1:1, 1:1.5 or 1:2 with the colour or lightener |
| Processing time | Toning 20-30 minutes, lightening 35-45 minutes |
| Use with | Grace Color, Blondeness, Extreme Lift |
| Use | Professional use only |
Who NIKA Activators is for
- Colourists developing Grace Color shades, from tone-on-tone to grey coverage.
- Lightening services with the Blondeness and Extreme Lift powders.
- Gentle toning on sensitised hair with the 5 vol.
- Colour stations that want one developer family from 5 to 40 vol.
For Vibrant Color services, or a 0 vol to tailor the percentage, see the comparison below.
Key ingredients
- Hydrogen Peroxide: develops the colour and lightens at the chosen volume, from 1.5% to 12%.
- Lanolin Alcohol and PEG-20 Hydrogenated Lanolin: help keep the hair soft and supple during the service.
- Glycerin: a humectant that adds moisture to the mix.
- Cetearyl Alcohol: gives the emulsion its creamy texture for precise application.
Results
A creamy, smooth emulsion that blends evenly with the colour or the lightener and spreads uniformly from roots to ends, for even colour development and grey coverage at 20 vol. Five volumes let the colourist match the strength to every hair and every goal.
How to use NIKA Activators
- Choose the volume by goal: 5 vol for gentle toning on sensitised hair, 10 vol for tone-on-tone or darkening, 20 vol for grey coverage and 1-2 levels of lift, 30 vol for up to 3 levels, 40 vol for intense lift of up to 4-5 levels.
- Mix thoroughly with the colour or the lightener at the ratio chosen for the service (1:1, 1:1.5 or 1:2).
- Apply evenly to dry hair and process for the required time (toning 20-30 minutes, lightening 35-45 minutes), assessing the result visually.
- Rinse thoroughly and follow with a moisturising post-colour treatment.
For professionals
- Service: colour and lightening services: Grace Color shades, toning, grey coverage, Blondeness and Extreme Lift bleaching.
- Amount per service: around 50 ml (about 20 services per 1000 ml bottle).
- Processing time: toning 20-30 minutes, lightening 35-45 minutes, with a visual check.
- Formats: 1000 ml bottles in 5, 10, 20, 30 and 40 vol.
- After the service: on lightened hair, Nika Frozen Blonde Shampoo 250 for the toning wash and Nika Frozen Blonde Deep Conditioner 250 for lengths and ends.
NIKA Activators compared
- vs Oxidizer: the Code Zero oxidising cream in 0, 10, 20, 30 and 40 vol and 1000 ml bottles, for Vibrant Color and the Level Out powder. NIKA Activators suits Grace Color and the NIKA lighteners and offers a 5 vol; Oxidizer suits Vibrant Color and adds a 0 vol for tailor-made percentages.
Safety
- Allergy alert test 48 hours before each colour application.
- Wear gloves and work in a well-ventilated room.
- Avoid contact with the eyes; if it happens, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
FAQ
Which NIKA Activators volume is used for grey coverage?
20 vol (6%), which also gives 1-2 levels of lift. 10 vol is for tone-on-tone or darkening, 30 vol for up to 3 levels and 40 vol for up to 4-5 levels.
What is the 5 vol for?
Gentle toning on sensitised hair, where a lower percentage of hydrogen peroxide is the right choice.
Which mixing ratio is used?
1:1, 1:1.5 or 1:2 with the colour or the lightener, depending on the service.
Does it work with bleaching powders?
Yes: with Blondeness at 1:2 for Up to 7 and at 1:1.5 or 1:2 for Up to 9, and with Extreme Lift at 1:2.
How long is the processing time?
20-30 minutes for toning and 35-45 minutes for lightening, assessing the result visually; with Extreme Lift, the 20-45 minutes of its own protocol apply.
How many services does a 1000 ml bottle give?
At around 50 ml per service, about 20.
Full ingredients (INCI)
Aqua (Water), Hydrogen Peroxide, Cetearyl Alcohol, Paraffinum Liquidum, PEG-20 Hydrogenated Lanolin, Lanolin Alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Glycerin, Etidronic Acid, Phosphoric Acid, Tetrasodium EDTA, Sodium Stannate, Disodium Pyrophosphate, Tetrasodium Pyrophosphate, Oxyquinoline Sulfate.
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