WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A SALON HAIR GLOSS SERVICE
AND AN AT-HOME HAIR GLOSS?

SHADES EQ HAIR GLOSS SALON SERVICE
Hair glosses that are applied by a professional stylist at a salon, like Redken’s Shades EQ Gloss, are a form of demi-permanent hair color used to tone, color-correct, and refresh hair color while enhancing your hair's natural shine. Salon hair glosses will typically last longer (approximately 6-8 weeks) than at-home hair gloss treatments.
AT-HOME HAIR GLOSS
At-home hair glossing products, like Redken’s Acidic Color Gloss is available online, in retail stores and on salon shelves, and is used to add shine and maintain color vibrancy between salon appointments. These clear, at-home glossing products can be used on both color-treated and non-colored, virgin hair for smoothing and hydration.
HOW TO GET GLOSSY HAIR AT HOME
Whether you dream of gorgeous glass hair or are looking to extend color vibrancy between appointments, Redken’s salon-grade at-home hair glossing products will transform your hair. As the #1 professional hair color brand, we’ve leveraged our technological expertise from stylists’ favorite, Shades EQ Gloss, to create our 1st at-home salon-inspired glossing range for professional-grade shine.
The Redken’s Acidic Color Gloss hair care range extends and maintains professional permanent color, glosses and toners. With acidic pH formulas, this salon professional hair care system seals the cuticle and delivers intense, molecular-level shine.
"As far as the Acidic Color Gloss shampoo, conditioner and leave-in, it's some of the best I've ever used. The way it feels on the hair is amazing." - Philip Foresto, Redken Artist, Salon Owner of Salon ICON.
*vs. unwashed hair
GET THE GLOSSY HAIR ROUTINE AT HOME

Unlock Lasting Radiance: The Power of Hair Gloss for Your Colored Hair
Preserving that salon-fresh vibrancy and combating color culprits like fading and brassiness is a top priority for those with color-treated hair. This is precisely where a targeted color hair gloss treatment becomes your ultimate secret weapon. So, what exactly does a hair gloss treatment do for colored hair? Beyond just adding incredible shine, it works wonders to refresh and enhance your existing hair color, sealing the cuticle to lock in pigments and boost luminosity. Think of it as a clear topcoat for your hair, smoothing strands and reflecting light for a dazzling, healthy glow. Many clients rave about the hair gloss before and after transformation, noting a remarkable difference in both the richness of their color and the overall health and shine of their hair.
Before you even consider your next gloss, how can you tell if your hair needs a shine refresh? Look for signs like dullness, a noticeable shift in your color's tone, or a lack of the usual vibrancy that first drew you to your shade. If your hair feels rougher to the touch or appears less reflective under light, it’s a clear signal it’s time for a boost. To find the best hair gloss for colored hair and maintain those glossy results between salon visits, consider at-home treatments designed to complement your professional services. Redken offers various systems that help extend the life and brilliance of your color.
Now, let's clarify some common terms: what's the difference between gloss vs toner vs glaze for shiny color? A hair gloss treatment is a semi-permanent, demi-permanent, or temporary color service that enhances tone, adds shine, and improves the overall condition of the hair. It can be clear or tinted. A toner, while sometimes integrated into a gloss, primarily focuses on neutralizing unwanted undertones, like brassiness in blonde hair or warmth in cool shades. A glaze is often a lighter, temporary treatment, usually clear, providing a superficial shine boost without significantly altering tone. All three can contribute to shiny color, but a gloss offers the most comprehensive benefits for both tone enhancement and unparalleled shine, especially when aiming for that ultimate hair gloss treatment before and after wow factor. Choosing the right Redken gloss means your salon-fresh color can last longer, look healthier, and maintain its captivating shine, making fading and dullness a thing of the past.
THE REDKEN ACIDIC COLOR GLOSS COLLECTION FOR COLOR VIBRANCY & SHINE

SHAMPOO
This sulfate-free shampoo provides long-lasting color vibrancy for up to 32 washes* and locks in intense molecular-level shine for up to 76% shinier hair**. The acidic pH formula with amino acids and vitamin E help seal the cuticle and lock in shine to protect color from fading and dulling that may be caused by water and heat.
CONDITIONER
This conditioner extends salon-grade color, conditions and provides salon-like shine. This acidic formula is ph-balanced for long-lasting color vibrancy for up to 32 washes* and 76% shinier hair**. It intensely conditions hair and seals the cuticle to lock in molecular-level shine.

NAKED GLOSS LIGHTWEIGHT SHINE OIL
Achieve more hair shine and vibrant color with Redken's Naked Gloss Lightweight Shine Oil. This lightweight hair oil smooths, hydrates, and protects hair with zero residue or greasy feel for a soft hair touch.
HEAT PROTECTION LEAVE-IN TREATMENT
This Heat Protection Treatment is the last step in the Acidic Color Gloss range. This leave-in spray offers 450°F heat protection with Invisible Shield Technology to prevent heat damage, seal in color and lock in shine.


GLOSS-IN-MASK
The Gloss-in-Mask provides the high shine and color vibrancy of a gloss and deep hydration of a mask for color vibrancy in 1-minute.








