Why does nobody talk about using a tiny bit of conditioner in color formulas?

I was doing a corrective color last Friday and the client's ends were super porous. I mixed my usual demi-permanent, but on a whim, I added maybe a quarter teaspoon of a basic white conditioner to the bowl. The color went on smoother and the ends didn't grab too dark. It was a total accident that worked. Has anyone else tried something like this to even out application on damaged hair?

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jessem5910d ago

That trick with the conditioner is basically a DIY version of those bond-building additive drops, just way cheaper.

angela_patel7510d ago

Okay but like, is it that deep? I get what @jessem59 is saying about it being a cheap fix, but we're talking about a quarter teaspoon of conditioner. It's not some magic potion, it's just diluting the color a tiny bit so it doesn't stick to the fried ends as much. People do the same thing by adding a little clear gel or even just more developer. It's a quick hack, not a game changer.

derek_lee9d agoTop Commenter

Honestly that sounds like a recipe for a color that fades way too fast. Conditioners have oils and silicones that can block the color from sticking right, even in small amounts. You might get a nicer application but then the client is back in two weeks complaining it washed out. Using a proper color additive or even a clear demi is just more reliable long term.