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Quint:essential Hair Colour

Permanent + Quasi Colour. One Tube. Endless Possibilities.
Quint:essential is Quif’s most advanced professional colour system — a pre-bonded, pre-blended and pre-adjusted dual-use colour range that delivers predictable results, healthier hair and total creative freedom, all while simplifying your colour menu and reducing inventory. Designed by hairdressers, for hairdressers, Quint:essential redefines what modern colour performance looks like in the salon.

Why Quint:essential?

Colour Without Compromise
Today’s clients demand high-performance colour without damage — and Quint:essential delivers.
  • Permanent + Quasi colour in one tube
  • Built-in bond protection with every application
  • Up to 50% white hair coverage without adding base
  • True-to-tone results, even on warm underlying pigments
  • Healthier hair, colour after colour
One colour system. Every client. Every service.

A Dual System That Works Smarter

Permanent & Quasi Colour — Simplified
Quint:essential is a 2-in-1 colour system:
  • Use with Quint:essential Developer for permanent colour
  • Use with Quint:essential Quasi Developer for a 16–20 wash quasi result
No need for a separate demi system — meaning:
  • Lower stock holding
  • Faster formulation
  • Greater flexibility behind the chair
  • Perfect for colour refreshing ends, always a seamless match

Pre-Bonded Colour Technology

Powered by MAGI:BOND®
Every Quint:essential shade is pre-bonded with Magi:Bond®, protecting the internal hair structure during the chemical process.
The result?
  • Improved hair strength
  • Maintained elasticity
  • Improved colour retention
  • Consistent colour integrity over time
Bond protection is no longer an add-on — it’s built in.

The Quint:Amine Complex

Advanced Care, Engineered Into Colour
At the heart of Quint:essential is the Quint:Amine Complex — a powerful blend of five targeted ingredients that actively care for the hair during colouring. What it delivers:
  • Enhanced shine
  • Deep nourishment
  • A protective moisture barrier
  • Smoothness and revitalisation
Key ingredients:
  • Hydrolysed Quinoa – Strengthens and locks in colour vibrancy
  • N-acetyl-L-cysteine (NAC) – Protects bonds, supports internal hair structure and moisture retention
  • Phyto Ceramides – Mimic natural lipids for shine, softness and protection
  • Soybean Isoflavones – Nourishes the hair with anti-oxidant properties, improving hair’s suppleness and condition.
  • Aloe Vera – Moisturises and conditions throughout the colour process

Pre-Blended for Confidence

Reliable Grey Coverage, Without Guesswork
Quint:essential features a pre-blended base + tone formula, allowing you to:
  • Achieve up to 50% white hair coverage without adding base
  • Maintain tonal purity
  • Work faster with fewer formulation steps
For hair with over 50% white, simply mix 1:1 with a +Cover-Age shade for flawless, predictable coverage.

Pre-Adjusted for True-to-Tone Results

Neutralise Warmth Automatically
Every Quint:essential shade contains pre-adjusted tones designed to counteract underlying pigment during lift.
This means:
  • Cleaner blondes
  • Balanced brunettes
  • Less corrective mixing
  • Consistent results from roots to ends
Pre-adjusted technology is built into:
  • Natural
  • Cool
  • Warm
  • Mocha
  • +Cover-Age collections

Micro-Dye Technology

Longer-Lasting Colour. Less Fade.
Quint:essential uses micro colour molecules that:
  • Penetrate faster and deeper
  • Lock into the hair fibre
  • Resist fading
  • Maintain vibrancy wash after wash
Clients see richer colour that lasts — you see better retention and rebooking.

The Colour Range at a Glance

8 Colour-Coded Collections
Quint:essential offers an extensive yet intuitive shade portfolio:
Core & Creative Collections:
  • Natural (9)
  • +Cover-Age (26)
  • Cool (23)
  • Warm (27)
  • Mocha (22)
Creative & Technical:
  • Vivid+ (13) + Vivid+ Lights (3)
  • Lightening Series (9 + Lift Boost)
  • Toners (14 + Clear Gloss)
  • Amplifiers (7)
Colour-coded packaging and shade guides make navigation fast and familiar.

Smart Shade Identification

Easy-to-Read Number & Letter System
Each shade is clearly identified by:
  • Level
  • Major tone
  • Minor tone
Designed to mirror traditional salon logic while supporting faster formulation and training.

Professional Performance & Formulation

Designed for Real Salon Work
Mixing ratio:
  • Standard shades: 1:1
  • Ultra Lift: 1:2
Developer options:
  • 10, 20, 30, 40 Vol (3/6/9/12%)
  • Quasi Developer (5 Vol/1.5%)
  • Grey coverage with all developer strengths
  • Clear formulation and timing guidance
  • Premium crème texture with luxury fragrance

Ethical & Salon-Friendly

Modern Values, Professional Results
  • Vegan friendly
  • Cruelty free
  • Recyclable packaging
  • 60ml tubes
  • PPD & PTD formulation
  • Free education & ongoing support
  • Branded salon tools and business rewards

Education, Support & Safety

Backed by Colourstart®
Quint:essential is officially recognised by Colourstart®, the only licensed hair colour allergy testing system. This gives salons:
  • Fully auditable consultation compliance
  • Client confidence and safety
  • Reduced admin and paperwork
  • Insured testing protocols

Quint:essential

Any Colour. Every Client. One System.
Quint:essential isn’t just another colour range — it’s a smarter way to colour.
Healthier hair. Faster formulation. Total creative control.
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Quif is a trading name of Salon Professional Brands Ltd. 111 Piccadilly, Manchester, M1 2HY VAT No. GB153670608 Company No. 08318352 Copyright © 2025. All rights reserved

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