Wella Professionals Koleston Perfect 10/96 Lightest Blonde/Cendré Violet
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Koleston Perfect is Wella’s flagship permanent hair color, renowned for delivering vibrant, true-to-tone shades with excellent grey coverage. It’s formulated with ME+ dye technology, which reduces the risk of allergic reactions compared to older dye molecules.
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This shade, 10/96, is a level 10 – the lightest blonde Wella offers – with a violet overtone (Cendré), ideal for neutralizing yellow/brassy tones on pre-lightened or blonde hair .
Composition & Tech
Shades & Coverage
Usage Tips
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Use Welloxon Perfect developer: 4% for toning and gloss; 6% for same-depth application; up to 13 Vol for a lift
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Pre-lightened hair works best—avoid usage on dark hair expecting drastic transformation.
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Cool violet tone helps counteract warmth in blonde hair.
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Always patch-test, especially given past concerns around dye reactions (ME+ reduces risk, but caution still applies).
✅ Key Takeaways
| Feature |
Benefit |
| Lightest and coolest blonde from Wella |
Ideal for neutralizing brass on pre-lightened hair |
| ME+ formula |
Rich tone, strong grey coverage, reduced allergy risk |
| 1:1 mix ratio |
Simple, precise color prep |
| Metal Purifier shield |
Helps hair stay healthy amid coloring |
If you’re aiming for a clean, neutral-cool blonde with strong coverage and professional-grade protection, 10/96 is one of Wella’s best choices.