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Hair Color
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All Levels
Haircolor Formulation and pH Mastery with Matrix Educator Dan Csicsai
Understand the rules and theory to give you consistent results. From bright reds & clear blondes to rich brunettes and grey coverage, this class will give you what you need to eliminate fear no matter what the service is.
Top 3 Class Takeaways
- Hair color chemistry
- Learn consultation techniques to ensure your clients see your vision
- Understand how to use Matrix hair color to build business behind the chair
Dan Csicsai has been an educator with Matrix for over 25 years. Dan's passion for sharing and educating fellow stylists is only matched with his passion for creating beautiful hair. A master colorist and expert on blonding, Dan loves sharing new techniques and building stylists skill sets. He is also on the Matrix Global Design Team.
"I have been so fortunate to be able to share and teach hairdressers all over the world. There is a common thread in hairdressers to not only create amazing hair, but to make our clients feel great about themselves. Every class or event I am facilitating, my goal is to share knowledge and make hairdressers feel great about themselves and their skills.
In this session, Matrix Educator Dan Csicsai provides an in-depth exploration of the scientific principles behind successful hair color formulation, specifically focusing on the critical role of pH levels and natural hair pigment. The presentation guides stylists through the practical application of understanding alkaline versus acidic color environments, explaining how these values affect the hair cuticle and color longevity. Stylists will gain a comprehensive understanding of the Matrix color portfolio, including SoColor, Super Sync, and Tonal Control, and learn where each product lives on the pH scale for optimal results. Csicsai emphasizes the importance of accurate measurement and strict adherence to manufacturer processing times, particularly when using the Super Sync NN series for efficient and effective grey coverage. Key takeaways include the distinction between eumelanin and pheomelanin and how their varying sizes impact lifting capabilities across different natural levels. By mastering these technical foundations, professionals can perform more thorough consultations and provide consistent, high-quality results while educating their clients on the "why" behind their color maintenance. The session concludes with a demonstration of how the scientific properties of professional masks, such as Glow Mania and Insta Cure, serve to lock in color by returning the hair to a healthy acidic state.