Welcome to the Albura Beauty Supply guide! If you're passionate about achieving professional, vibrant hair color results, Schwarzkopf Igora Royal is a game-changer. This iconic line from Schwarzkopf Professional offers 143 versatile shades, delivering up to 100% gray coverage, intense color payoff, and long-lasting shine. Whether you're a stylist or a DIY enthusiast, understanding Igora Royal shades and the right Igora Royal Oil Developer can elevate your coloring experience. In this guide, we'll break down the differences between shades, how to pair them with developers, and where you can shop for authentic products.

Understanding the Differences Between Schwarzkopf Igora Royal Shades

The Schwarzkopf Igora Royal color system is designed for precision and creativity. Shades are numbered in a logical format, like 7-65, where the number before the dash indicates the depth level (1 for black, up to 10 for ultra blonde). The numbers after the dash represent tone directions: 0 for natural, 1 for cendré (cool gray), 2 for ash (cool blue), 3 for matte (green), 4 for beige, 5 for gold, 6 for chocolate (warm brown), 7 for copper, 8 for red, and 9 for violet.

What sets the shades apart? Natural tones (e.g., -0 series) provide classic, reliable coverage ideal for everyday looks and full gray blending. Cool shades like ash or cendré (e.g., 8-2 or 9-1) neutralize unwanted warmth, perfect for ashy blondes or brunettes fighting brassiness. Warm tones, such as gold (5) or copper (7), add richness and dimension—think glowing honey blondes or fiery reds. Chocolate shades (6) offer deep, luxurious browns, while violet (9) infuses iridescent coolness.

The line includes specialized sub-groups: Core shades for standard permanents, Highlifts (10- and 12-series) for dramatic blonde lifts, Absolutes for mature hair with 100% coverage, Fashion Lights for highlights, and Silver Whites for toning grays. Fashion tones provide up to 70% coverage for bold, trendy results, while naturals ensure seamless blending. This variety allows customization based on your base color, desired lift, and skin tone.

Choosing the Right Igora Royal Oil Developer for Your Shades

Pairing your Schwarzkopf Igora Royal shade with the correct Igora Royal Oil Developer is key to optimal results. These oil-based developers (available in 3%, 6%, 9%, and 12% strengths) enhance pigment penetration and hair health, thanks to their lipid carriers.

• 3% (10 Volume): Best for darkening hair, tone-on-tone coloring, or pastels on pre-lightened strands. Use with lighter shades for subtle deposits without lift.
• 6% (20 Volume): Ideal for 1-2 levels of lift, full gray coverage, or tone-on-tone on natural bases. Pair with natural or absolute shades for resistant hair.
• 9% (30 Volume): For 2-3 levels of lift, vibrant fashion tones, or -00 series. Great for chocolates, reds, or highlifts starting from medium bases.
• 12% (40 Volume): Delivers 3-5 levels of lift, perfect for blonde highlifts (10- or 12-series) or dramatic changes on lighter bases.

Always mix in a 1:1 ratio (or 1:2 for highlifts) and process for 30-45 minutes. For example, a 7-5 gold shade with 6% developer suits medium brown bases seeking warmth, while a 10-1 ash with 12% tackles darker roots for icy blondes.

Shop Schwarzkopf Igora Royal at Albura Beauty Supply

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Whether you're refreshing your look or experimenting with bold hues, Igora Royal ensures professional results. Visit us in Toronto or shop online for fast delivery.