How to Use Wella Illumina Opal Essence 60ml – Quick Salon Guide

⚙️ Mixing (Illumina Colour System)

• 1:1 ratio with Welloxon Perfect Developer
• Use:Alone → sheer metallic / opalescent finishWith Illumina Color → customise tone + reflect

👉 Designed for metallic, no-depth colour results

🎨 Application (Step-by-Step)

1. Section

• Natural fall parting
• Create wave sections (4 quadrants)
  👉 Ensures seamless blend + reflective finish

2. Apply at Nape

• Apply Opal Essence mix (Formula A):Roots → mid-lengths → ends
  👉 Full saturation = maximum shine + even tone

3. Side Sections

• Roots → Formula A
• Mid-lengths & ends → blend (Formula A or B)
  👉 Creates soft, diffused metallic effect

4. Top Section

• Section ear-to-ear
• Apply roots → lengths evenly
  👉 Key for consistent, light-reflective result

⏱️ Development

• 30 minutes
• No heat required

💧 Rinse & Finish

• Rinse thoroughly
• Shampoo with INVIGO Color Brilliance
• Apply Post Colour Treatment

👉 Boosts:

• Shine
• Colour longevity
• Hair smoothness

✨ Styling (High-Shine Finish)

• Prep: EIMI Perfect Me
• Create soft waves / reverse curls
• Comb through for fluid metallic movement
• Finish: EIMI Just Brilliant

👉 Result = glossy, opalescent shine

🧠 Pro Tips (Maximise Results)

• Best on pre-lightened / blonde hair
• Use alone for sheer metallic tones
• Mix for custom opal effects
• Focus on even saturation for reflection

⚠️ Salon Use Only

• Use with Welloxon Perfect only
• Patch test required (48 hrs prior)

🛒 Why Salons Use Opal Essence

• Trend-led metallic hair colour
• Sheer, modern finish (no depth)
• High-shine, light-reflective results

FAQs – Wella Illumina Opal Essence 60ml

What is Wella Illumina Opal Essence used for?

Opal Essence is used to create metallic, milky, opalescent hair colour with soft warm and cool light reflections.

What does “no-depth colour” mean?

No-depth colour means Opal Essence adds tone and reflect without darkening the hair, giving a sheer, translucent finish.

Can Opal Essence be used on its own?

Yes — it can be used alone to create soft, metallic, light-reflective results on pre-lightened or light hair.

Can Opal Essence be mixed with other colours?

Yes — it can be mixed with Illumina Color shades to:

• Add metallic reflect
• Soften tone intensity
• Create customised colour results

Is Opal Essence suitable for dark hair?

It works best on blonde or pre-lightened hair, where the metallic sheen and opalescent tones are most visible.

Does Opal Essence cover grey hair?

No — Opal Essence is not designed for grey coverage. It is used for tone enhancement and creative colour effects.

What kind of finish does Opal Essence give?

• Metallic sheen
• Milky, pearlescent tones
• Soft, multi-dimensional reflections in different lighting

Does Opal Essence damage the hair?

It uses Microlight Technology, which helps:

• Protect the hair cuticle
• Improve smoothness
• Enhance shine during colouring

Who is Opal Essence best for?

• Clients wanting trend-led metallic hair colour
• Blondes needing soft tone enhancement
• Creative colour services in salon
• Those wanting sheer, luminous finishes

How many shades are in the Opal Essence range?

The range includes five opalescent shades, designed to create a variety of metallic and reflective effects.

Is Opal Essence a permanent hair colour?

It works within the Illumina Color system, delivering long-lasting tone and reflect, depending on application.

Is Opal Essence for professional use only?

Yes — this is a professional salon product designed for trained stylists.