--- title: "Master Wella Creative Color Formulas & Vivid Techniques" description: "Learn professional Wella creative color formulas. Master vivid shades, Blondorplex techniques, and salon color theory with expert guidance." canonical: https://mytribe.in/gauravguptahair/professional-hairdressing-education/wella-color-formulas-creative-vivids last_updated: 2026-02-11 --- # Wella Color Formulas: Creative & Vivids Tribe Verified · 18 years of professional hair education By [Gaurav Gupta](https://mytribe.in/gauravguptahair) · Online classes; In-person workshops across India & at Wella Studio, Mumbai · ₹4,500 per person (estimate) Part of [Professional Hairdressing Education](https://mytribe.in/gauravguptahair/professional-hairdressing-education). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/gauravguptahair/professional-hairdressing-education/gallery) Stop guessing your color formulas. Learn the exact Wella techniques to master vibrant, creative hair colors with predictable, salon-ready results. ## Photos and videos - ![A mesmerizing fusion of teal and purple on a sharp bob. This shows how vivid colors can be used to create a sophisticated, high-fashion look.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3030e5de-866b-4b65-9b25-93aadc8d3020) - ![Step One for this creative color. We lighten with Blondorplex to a pale yellow, which is crucial for the true tone of the vivids to show.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7a6ebfad-31fc-4ea1-af01-3864e33eba36) - ![Step Two is toning in alternating sections. I used Color Fresh Create Ultra Purple and Super Petrol to create this beautiful, iridescent effect.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7f9dd98e-b162-4ae1-8661-d91c66215e6f) - [Video: A stunning before-and-after transformation to a vibrant lilac and magenta look. This video shows the entire process from consultation to the final, joyful result.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6ab5507a-7429-4b6d-a5fa-3f482406a826) - ![This is a "Peekaboo Purple" look, perfect for clients who want a pop of color that can be hidden or shown off. The purple braid looks incredible against the dark hair.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/339b1f0a-e7b2-4562-8ebd-54ae959d13c1) - ![Step One for the Peekaboo Purple. We lighten only the sections underneath with Blondorplex.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/af8545f3-a753-4af0-b5d2-2a5d963ce891) - ![Step Two is toning with Color Fresh Create in Ultra Purple. This direct dye gives an intense, vibrant result that lasts.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d9b1345e-3a4d-4dce-a538-f95da195ba93) - ![A bold, face-framing blue color. This high-contrast look makes features pop and adds incredible vibrancy to a simple haircut.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/460179c3-0d51-423b-bbce-fce7ec77c124) - ![Step One for the face-framing blue. We pre-lighten the front sections with Blondorplex to a clean, pale yellow.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f0e92396-8744-4fa4-accf-a6512a421119) - ![Step Two is toning with Color Fresh Create in New Blue. This gives a pure, electric blue result.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3cd5ddfd-72b0-4ab5-a769-2888e2ed255c) - ![The "before" shot for a full head of Magenta Pink. Note the existing color on the ends (Area B) versus the darker roots (Area A), which requires a two-part application.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/65268315-f63b-47a8-8b40-d9e81667071e) - ![Step One of the lightening process for the Magenta Pink look. I first apply Blondorplex to the darker mid-lengths.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/08c5991f-ee7e-4364-b9e0-9295ce112da3) - ![Step Two of lightening. Once the mid-lengths have lifted, I apply a new mix to the root area, which lifts faster.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5256d597-1ac8-4a25-a2d7-9989c4b5f16b) - ![Step Three of lightening. A very gentle mix is applied to the already light ends just to refresh them and create an even canvas.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6b9f8e29-400d-4316-bc31-73b5cb750740) - ![Step Four is the final toning. I used Color Fresh Create in High Magenta to achieve this incredibly vibrant, all-over pink.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e218dd17-a9b3-4471-87af-d65b19d7067d) - ![A beautiful, complex blend of ash, lilac, and blue tones. This is a sophisticated way to wear creative colors.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c88418a7-1351-470a-8f51-6cf96cf96242) - ![A side profile of the ash, lilac, and blue look, showing the subtle interplay of the different cool tones.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c2130d4f-8ab3-4ecf-9d3d-5116a5d8c471) - ![The final look, with a "Color Formula" overlay to signal the educational content within the post.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a4e576a5-6442-43db-a88e-b7d3efca6f0e) - ![The application of the different color formulas in alternating sections, marked A and B, to create the final dimensional result.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4196d4df-58dd-4f74-8a07-100f6d24493f) - ![Step One of the formula: pre-lightening with Blondorplex. This is the non-negotiable foundation for any creative color.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/57dd7ae9-4dad-4bef-8685-b24023c15dff) - ![Step Two: the complete toning formula. I used four different Wella mixtures (Color Fresh Create and Koleston Perfect) to build this multi-tonal look.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/de13abf2-1fb4-4c38-ac80-0f4b30471fd1) ## About Wella Color Formulas: Creative & Vivids Getting that underlying pigment to a consistent pale yellow using Blondorplex is non-negotiable. If you skip this, your toners will not stick, and those vibrant teals or pinks will wash out in a week. Vivid colors are high-risk and high-reward. Many stylists struggle because they treat creative color like a standard root touch-up. It is not. You have to start by analyzing the hair porosity and current level before you even touch the bowl. For shades like Magenta or Blue, you need a clean canvas. I use Blondorplex because it preserves structural integrity while lifting, which is essential before applying direct dyes like Color Fresh Create. The developer ratio is your best friend here. For standard lifting, we look at 1.9% or 4%, but it depends entirely on the base you are working on. Remember, roots lift faster than lengths. I teach my students to apply in stages, roots first if the hair is natural, or lengths first if there is previous color. It is about control, not guessing. Whether you want to master 'peekaboo' sections or a full-head transformation, understanding these mixing ratios is what separates a good stylist from a great one. ## About Gaurav Gupta I am Gaurav. I have spent 18 years behind the chair and in classrooms because I believe every stylist should understand the science behind their color bowl. Let us stop mixing by chance and start coloring with confidence. 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