In our May issue, celebrity colorist and Redken Creative Consultant for Color Tracey Cunningham talked about spring and summer haircolor trends. Here, she shares the formulas for three of her current celebrity favorites—Minka Kelly, Kate Bosworth and Bryce Dallas Howard—using the new ammonia-free Redken Chromatics permanent color.
Minka Kelly
Brunette—Minka Kelly (Natural Level 3, Dark Brown)
“My clients are still loving Redken’s Illumination technique—darker roots with lighter ends," Cunningham says. "So many of my clients bring in photos of Minka Kelly for their hair inspiration. She has such a pretty warm golden brown color that looks fantastic with her complexion. As the weather warms up, even brunettes like to brighten up their color for summer.”
Redken Chromatics Formula
Apply all over:
2 oz. Chromatics 4Gm (4.35)
2 oz. 10 vol. Oil in Cream Developer
Highlight with Blonde Icing Power Lift mixed with 30 vol. Blonde Icing Developer in a 1:1 ratio
Kate Bosworth
Blonde—Kate Bosworth (Natural Level 7, Medium Blonde)
“Blondes are not just for L.A. anymore," Cunningham says. "Whether I take clients to platinum blonde like Kate Bosworth or a darker blonde like Molly Sims, they’re destined to be on-trend. The blonder the better but still keeping the look natural is key.” Redken Chromatics Formula Decolorize with Blonde Icing Ammonia-free mixed with 30 vol. Blonde Icing
Developer in a 1:2 ratio.
Bryce Dallas Howard
Redhead—Bryce Dallas Howard (Natural Level 4, Medium Brown)
“Bryce Dallas Howard is definitely the most requested color for my redhead clients," Cunningham says. "No messing around here—deep, strong and vibrant reds are here to stay!” Apply all over: 1 oz. Chromatics 4Rr (4.66)
1 oz. Chromatics 6Rr (6.66)
2 oz. 20 vol. Oil in Cream Developer
Glaze with SEQ Cream 06Rr Polished Ruby
Photo credits: Wireimage (Bryce Dallas Howard and Kate Bosworth); Getty Images (Minka Kelly)