Which IGORA Colour System Is Right for You?
Schwarzkopf's IGORA portfolio offers six distinct colour systems — each designed for specific service needs. Whether you're a salon professional or a confident home colourist, this guide helps you choose the right IGORA line for your hair goals.
IGORA Royal — The Gold Standard in Permanent Colour
IGORA Royal is the world's most trusted salon permanent colour. With TrueBlend Technology and over 120 shades, it delivers predictable, even results every time. Choose IGORA Royal when you need full grey coverage, long-lasting colour change, or access to the widest shade palette available.
Best for: Full grey coverage, permanent colour change, salon-grade results. Mix with IGORA Royal Oil Developer at the appropriate volume (10-40).
IGORA Royal Absolutes — Specialized for Mature Hair
Hair changes as it ages — becoming more porous, coarser, and resistant. Absolutes uses anti-age technology to compensate, delivering up to 100% white hair coverage with natural-looking, multi-dimensional results. The SilverWhite line offers elegant tonal refinement for those embracing their grey.
Best for: Clients over 40 with significant grey/white hair, anyone wanting natural-looking age-appropriate colour.
IGORA Vibrance — Ammonia-Free Demi-Permanent
Vibrance deposits rich, brilliant tone without any lift — making it perfect for toning, grey blending (up to 70%), and colour refresh services. Ammonia-free and gentle, it fades evenly over 20-25 washes. Use with the dedicated Vibrance Activator Gel at 1.9%.
Best for: First-time colour, toning after lightening, grey blending, sensitive scalps, colour gloss services.
IGORA Color10 — Express 10-Minute Permanent Colour
Everything you expect from permanent colour — in half the time. Color10 delivers reliable grey coverage and vibrant tone in just 10 minutes. The SpeedLift range adds express high-lift capability for faster blonde services.
Best for: Express salon services, quick root touch-ups, time-conscious clients, men's colour.
IGORA Zero AMM — Ammonia-Free Permanent
Zero AMM proves that ammonia-free doesn't mean compromise. Its oil-enriched formula delivers permanent results with natural shine, reliable grey coverage, and virtually no chemical odour. Ideal for sensitive scalps and clients who prefer a gentler colour experience.
Best for: Sensitive scalps, ammonia sensitivities, low-odour salon environments, clients wanting permanent results with gentle processing.
Chroma ID — Bonding Colour Masks
Chroma ID takes a completely different approach: direct-deposit colour masks that repair hair bonds while adding customizable tone. Six intermixable shades, no developer required, results in minutes. Perfect for between-appointment colour maintenance and creative colour play.
Best for: Colour refresh between appointments, creative mixing, bond repair with colour, home maintenance, low-commitment colour.
Quick Decision Guide
| Need | Choose |
|---|---|
| Full grey coverage, permanent | IGORA Royal or Absolutes |
| Grey blending, temporary | IGORA Vibrance |
| Fast permanent colour | IGORA Color10 |
| Ammonia-free permanent | IGORA Zero AMM |
| Colour refresh + bond repair | Chroma ID |
| Mature hair specialist | IGORA Absolutes |
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