Hair Color Developer

A hair color developer, also known as an oxidising agent or hydrogen peroxide developer, is an essential component in the hair coloring process. When mixed with hair color or bleach, Matrix Oxydant opens the hair cuticles, allowing color or bleach to penetrate the shaft, depositing new color molecules or removing natural pigments for a lasting color change.

Your choice depends on your desired outcome and starting hair color. Matrix Cream Oxydant is available in three volumes: 20, 30, and 40. Lower volumes like 20 are ideal for deposit-only color or subtle changes, while higher volumes like 30 and 40 are used for more significant color transformations or lightening.

A lower volume developer causes less oxidative stress on the hair. Matrix Oxydant 20 volume is the best choice when you want deposit-only color or grey coverage with minimal impact on the hair's moisture levels, as higher volume developers tend to be more damaging if not used correctly.

The least damaging option is always the lowest volume that achieves your desired result. Matrix Cream Oxydant 20 volume is recommended for subtle color changes and grey coverage, as higher volume developers have a stronger bleaching effect and need to be followed with proper hair care to avoid damage.

Matrix Cream Oxydant is a cream-based developer that ensures smooth, uniform color delivery without leaving residue or buildup on the hair. Its consistent formula ensures impeccable color results every time, working cleanly alongside Matrix hair color products.

Yes. Matrix Oxydant 20 volume is ideal for deposit-only color or darkening, as lower volume developers work by depositing new color molecules into the hair shaft without significant lifting of the natural pigment, making it the right choice for subtle shade changes and grey coverage.

Matrix Cream Oxydant is specifically designed to work with Matrix permanent hair color products. Mix it with SoColor in a 1:1.5 ratio or with Wonder Color in a 1:1 ratio as mentioned on the packaging to ensure uniform, long-lasting color delivery every time.

Higher volume developers like 30 and 40 have a stronger bleaching and lightening effect, which means they can be damaging if not used correctly. It's important to follow higher volume applications with proper hair care to maintain hair health and condition after coloring.

No. A hair color developer is an essential part of the coloring process. Without it, the hydrogen peroxide needed to open the hair cuticles and allow color pigments to penetrate the shaft is absent, meaning permanent hair color cannot deposit or lift effectively.

A 20 volume Matrix Oxydant developer is primarily used for deposit-only color and grey coverage rather than significant lightening. For more noticeable lightening, a 30 or 40 volume developer would be more appropriate, depending on how many levels of lift are desired.

The hydrogen peroxide in Matrix Oxydant acts as an oxidising agent. When mixed with hair color or lightener, it opens the outer hair cuticles, allowing color pigments to enter the inner cortex to either deposit new color molecules or remove natural pigments to change the hair color.

The mixing ratio depends on the hair color product you're using. Mix Matrix Oxydant with SoColor in a 1:1.5 ratio, and with Wonder Color in a 1:1 ratio. Always refer to the ratio mentioned on the packaging of your chosen hair color product for best results.

Yes. Darker hair or hair with previous color deposits may require a higher volume Matrix Oxydant developer to achieve the desired result, as higher volumes have a stronger bleaching and lightening effect needed to break through existing pigment.

Matrix Cream Oxydant Hair Color Developer is available in three volumes: 20, 30, and 40. This range allows you to select the ideal volume based on your desired color outcome, whether you're looking for a subtle shade adjustment or a more dramatic color transformation.

Matrix offers a Virtual Hair Color Try-On tool that lets you experiment with different shades online before committing to a color. Simply access your camera, select selfie mode, or use photos or sample models to explore the full range of Matrix hair color options and find your perfect shade.