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Formulating Reds? Do This to Avoid Muddy Tones

By Dinell·May 08, 2026

5 Tips To Get The Red Shade Your Client Desires

Any colorist knows that formulating reds isn’t easy. A huge issue a lot of beginner (and even veteran) stylists run into is getting a muddy result, which can be caused by a few different formula mistakes. So we asked BTC Team Member Kelley Brandon (@kelleyscanvas) and Visual Editor Megan Schipani (@shmeggsandbaconn) how they achieve flawless, insta-worthy red tones that always get a double tap.

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