Wella Professionals Supernatural Color is a technical hair color designed for salon use by qualified hairdressers. Its application requires professional skills: hair diagnosis, knowledge of tone levels, and management of temperatures and processing times. If you are a private individual, we recommend consulting a trusted hairdresser to achieve the best results safely.
Wella Professionals Supernatural Color is a vegan hair color with tannins designed for technical work in salons. It does not lighten the natural base, but intensifies or modifies the tone, helping to achieve natural, vibrant, or white hair coverage results depending on the chosen protocol.
This guide translates technical information into an operational procedure: what to prepare, how to mix, how to apply, what processing times to respect, and which service to choose among Supernatural Color, Supernatural Coverage, and Supernatural Toning.
Which shade to choose: a quick guide for the hairdresser
The choice of shade depends on the client's starting base and the desired result. Use this table as a quick reference during consultation.
| Starting base | Desired result | Recommended shade |
|---|---|---|
| Light Blonde (9–10) | Warm, golden, honeyed | Cashew Blonde 9/36 |
| Light Blonde (8–9) | Cool, ash, luminous | Cashmere Blonde 8/07 |
| Medium Blonde (8) | Apricot, warm-pinkish | Apricot Red 8/34 |
| Medium Blonde (8) | Lavender, cool iridescent | Lavender Blonde 8/68 |
| Dark Blonde / Light Brown (7) | Intense red, spicy | Chili Red 7/45 |
| Dark Blonde / Light Brown (7) | Cool, tobacco, natural | Walnut Blonde 7/71 |
| Medium Brown (6) | White hair coverage, natural | Velvet Brunette 6/01 |
| Medium Brown (6) | Warm, caramel, coppery | Caramel Brunette 6/37 |
| Dark Brown (5) | Vibrant mahogany red | Mahogany Red 5/54 |
| Dark Brown (5) | Chocolate, warm-purplish | Cacao Brunette 5/75 |
| Black / Very Dark Brown (4) | Intense plum red | Plum Pop Red 4/56 |
| Black / Very Dark Brown (4) | Resistant white hair coverage | Espresso Brunette 4/08 |
| Any base | Dilute intensity / colorless strengthening | Clear Diluter /00 |
| Any base (tone 5 or lower) | Neutralize orange-red | Indigo Enhancer /28 (in mixture only) |
| Any base | Intensify golden/coppery reflections | Copper Enhancer /34 (in mixture only) |
What is Supernatural Color and when to offer it
Supernatural Color is recommended when the client desires a more sensory and delicate color service with customizable results. The formula contains botanical ingredients rich in tannins: the color granules are dissolved in hot water, and during application, the tannins interact with the hair fiber, helping to improve hair structure.
It is particularly appealing for clients with fragile, curly, or wavy hair, chemically treated hair, fine hair, and clients who are ingredient-conscious. The service can be used to revive color, tone after lightening, enrich browns, reds, and blondes, or work on gray hair coverage.
Before starting: diagnosis and service selection
Consultation is the first technical step. Evaluate tone level, desired reflection, percentage of white hair, porosity, density, texture, and the hair's chemical history. The result always depends on the starting base: on lighter bases, the reflection will be more visible and vibrant; on darker bases, it will be more delicate and sophisticated.
- Supernatural Color: for coloring, intensifying, or modifying the tone, with a natural or vibrant effect.
- Supernatural Coverage: for covering white hair; for up to 100% coverage, a 2-step protocol is provided.
- Supernatural Toning: after lightening services or to refresh a shade, toning and strengthening in a single step.
Essential tools
Prepare the station before mixing. You'll need a kettle, water at 70°C, a large stainless steel bowl, a whisk, a brush, gloves, a comb, plastic wrap, and a controlled heat source like a Climazon. Alternatively, you can use a towel to preserve heat during processing.
Water temperature is a key point: the water must reach at least 70°C to ensure correct product performance. After mixing, allow it to cool to a comfortable temperature for the scalp and always test on the wrist before application.
Basic mixing protocol
The general mixing ratio is 1:4–1:7 with water. An example of practical application: 30g of Supernatural Color + 120–210ml of water at 70°C. Increase the amount of water based on density, texture, and the need for spreadability: very dense, curly, or afro hair may require a more fluid mixture to facilitate distribution and saturation.
- Pour the shade into the stainless steel bowl.
- Add water at 70°C according to the chosen ratio.
- Mix with a whisk until a smooth, creamy, and uniform texture is achieved.
- Allow to cool to a comfortable temperature.
- Test a small amount on the wrist before applying to the client.
Step-by-step application
Application can be done on washed and well-towel-dried hair or on washed and dry hair, depending on the service. For curly, afro, or very dense hair, preliminary washing can facilitate combability, sectioning, and product distribution.
- Divide into sections: create 3 or 4 sections as in traditional coloring.
- Start from the base: for white hair, start from areas with a higher percentage of white hair.
- Proceed to lengths and ends: distribute the product immediately to avoid unevenness.
- Gently comb: helps even distribution without stressing the fiber.
- Wrap with plastic film: essential to maintain hydration and prevent the product from drying out.
- Maintain heat: use Climazon or a towel, especially when greater intensity is desired.
Processing times
| Service | Recommended time | Objective |
|---|---|---|
| Tone-on-tone | 20 minutes | Revive or modulate the reflection |
| Toning | 30 minutes | Tone and unify |
| White hair coverage | 30–40 minutes | Greater deposit and coverage |
For a more intense tone or more noticeable white hair coverage, extend the processing time by an additional 10 minutes, maintaining heat and moisture.
Post-treatment
At the end of the processing time, emulsify thoroughly with lukewarm water and rinse abundantly. Proceed with shampoo and conditioner suitable for the hair type, then style as desired. Advise the client that the color mass may appear darker than the final result, especially in toning services.
How to use pure shades
Pure shades help personalize the formula. /00 Clear Diluter dilutes intensity and can also be used as a colorless strengthening treatment. /34 Copper Enhancer intensifies golden, warm, and coppery reflections. /28 Indigo Enhancer is a cool ash shade to neutralize unwanted orange-red reflections on tone levels 5 or lower: it should not be used alone, and the result evolves within 48 hours.
For a warm blonde, a technical example is: 5g of Copper Enhancer + 25g of Cashew Blonde 9/36 + 180–210ml of water at 70°C, with a processing time of 20 minutes.
Supernatural Color Protocol: example for vibrant reflections
For a color service on curly or dense hair, after consultation, wash the hair to facilitate application. Apply formula A to the base and formula B to the lengths and ends, increasing saturation if you desire a more vibrant effect.
- Formula A base: 30g Mahogany Red 5/54 + 120ml water at 70°C, ratio 1:4.
- Formula B lengths and ends: 30g Mahogany Red 5/54 + 20g Chili Red 7/45 + 300ml water at 70°C, ratio 1:6.
- Processing: up to 40 minutes for maximum intensity, with plastic film and controlled heat.
Supernatural Coverage Protocol: white hair
For a harmonious result, choose shades belonging to the same color family. On clean, dry hair, apply the base formula starting from areas with more white hair, then distribute the formula to the lengths and ends. Wrap the sections with plastic film and maintain heat.
- Formula A base: 20g Apricot Red 8/34 + 10g Caramel Brunette 6/37 + 120ml water at 70°C.
- Formula B lengths and ends: 30g Apricot Red 8/34 + 120ml water at 70°C.
- Processing: 30 minutes with Climazon.
When the client desires more intense coverage or has resistant white hair, follow the 2-step protocol: first pre-pigmentation, then the desired shade. Example: 20g Velvet Brunette 6/01 + 80ml water at 70°C for 20 minutes in areas with more white hair; rinse, dry, and apply 30g Espresso Brunette 4/08 + 120ml water at 70°C for 30 minutes.
Supernatural Toning Protocol after lightening
After freehand lightening, shampoo and apply post-lightening treatment, towel dry well, and apply Supernatural Color from base to ends. An example of a toning formula is 40g Cashew Blonde 9/36 + 240ml water at 70°C, ratio 1:6, with a processing time of up to 20 minutes under plastic film.
This service is ideal for reviving natural blondes, enhancing highlights, and adding luminosity without weighing down the result.
Errors to avoid
- Using water that is too cold: a temperature of 70°C is fundamental.
- Applying without testing the temperature on the wrist.
- Leaving the product uncovered during processing: it can dry out and lose uniformity.
- Not saturating white hair areas well.
- Using Indigo Enhancer alone or on unsuitable bases.
- Not informing the client that the color mass may appear darker than the final result.
Quick FAQs
Does Supernatural Color lighten hair?
No. It does not lighten the natural base: it intensifies or modifies the tone according to the chosen shade and starting base.
Can it be used on curly hair?
Yes. It is also suitable for wavy, curly, and very curly hair; on dense textures, it is useful to work on washed and well-prepared hair to facilitate distribution and control.
How to achieve more intensity?
Increase the processing time by about 10 minutes, maintain heat, and ensure the product stays moist under plastic film.
How to achieve high white hair coverage?
For resistant white hair or for up to 100% coverage, work in 2 steps: pre-pigmentation and the desired shade.
