Scruples Color Art Fresh Demi-Permanent Liquid Color Clear

Q1. What is Scruples Color Art Fresh Demi-Permanent Liquid Color Clear and what is its main purpose in the color service?
A1. Scruples Color Art Fresh Demi-Permanent Liquid Color Clear is a PPD- and ammonia-free demi-permanent liquid hair color used as a clear additive to dilute pigment, create gloss services, and add shine without additional depth. It’s part of the Scruples Color Art Fresh system, designed for gray coverage, color balancing, toning, and fashion tones on color-treated and pre-lightened hair when mixed with Color Art Fresh Activator.

Q2. Is Scruples Color Art Fresh Clear really PPD- and ammonia-free, and why does that matter for clients?
A2. Yes. The Color Art Fresh demi-permanent liquid color system, including the Clear shade, is formulated without PPD and without ammonia.This makes it a gentler option compared with many traditional oxidative colors and a good choice for clients who prefer lower-odor services or more conditioning demi-permanent results. However, stylists should still follow all manufacturer directions, perform a patch test where required, and never position it as a medical solution for allergies.

Q3. How do I use Scruples Color Art Fresh Clear to create a shine gloss on previously colored hair?
A3. For glossing, Scruples recommends using Clear as a diluter and shine booster with the desired Color Art Fresh shade and Color Art Fresh Activator. A typical glossing mix is: 1.5 oz of desired Color Art Fresh shade + 0.5 oz Clear + 2 oz Color Art Fresh Activator, applied on clean, dry hair. Process at room temperature or under heat for up to 30 minutes, then cool for about 5 minutes, rinse, shampoo with a Scruples shampoo, apply Scruples No H202 and a preferred conditioner, and then style.

Q4. How is Scruples Color Art Fresh Clear used for toning pre-lightened hair at the shampoo bowl?
A4. For toning on pre-lightened hair, the Clear shade is mixed with pigmented Color Art Fresh shades and Color Art Fresh Activator to refine tone and control deposit. A common toning formula is: 1 oz Color Art Fresh shade + 1 oz Clear + 2 oz Color Art Fresh Activator, applied on clean, damp hair at the shampoo bowl immediately after lightening. Process up to 15 minutes or until the desired toning result is achieved, then rinse, shampoo with Scruples shampoo, apply Scruples No H202 and conditioner, and style.

Q5. Can I use more or less Scruples Color Art Fresh Clear to control deposit and translucency?
A5. Yes. The Clear shade is specifically designed to adjust pigment concentration. Increasing the amount of Color Art Fresh Clear in the formula softens the deposit, creates more translucent, glossy results, and is ideal for subtle tonal shifts. Decreasing the amount of Clear increases saturation and intensity. Scruples notes that stylists can adjust deposit levels by varying the amount of Clear in glossing and toning mixes while maintaining the correct amount of Color Art Fresh Activator.

Q6. Can Scruples Color Art Fresh Clear be used alone as a clear shine service without additional color?
A6. While the manufacturer’s published directions focus on using Clear mixed with Color Art Fresh shades for glossing and toning, Clear can function as a clear demi-liquid base within the system. Many stylists use clear demi-formulas to add shine and condition without visible tonal change; if you choose to do this, stay within Scruples guidelines by mixing Clear with Color Art Fresh Activator, observing normal processing times, and always strand-testing to confirm the effect on the hair.

Q7. What processing times and heat guidelines should I follow with Scruples Color Art Fresh Clear formulas?
A7. For most glossing services using Color Art Fresh Clear, process at room temperature or with heat for about 30 minutes, then allow a 5-minute cool-down before rinsing. For toning on pre-lightened hair with Clear, process at the shampoo bowl for up to 15 minutes, checking frequently until the target tone is reached. When using heat, Scruples recommends covering the hair with a plastic cap during processing and removing it before the cool-down.

Q8. Is Scruples Color Art Fresh Clear suitable for gray coverage services?
A8. Gray coverage in the Color Art Fresh system is primarily achieved with pigmented Color Art Fresh shades and Color Art Fresh Activator. Clear is not used on its own for gray coverage, but it can be incorporated into formulas to soften or refine results or to add shine after a gray-coverage service. For full gray coverage, Scruples recommends specific N and NB shades and, on resistant gray, the use of warm or cool balancers to replace missing pigments rather than Clear.

Q9. On which hair types and services does Scruples Color Art Fresh Clear perform best in the salon?
A9. Scruples Color Art Fresh Clear is ideal for:

• Glossing over previously colored or natural hair that needs extra shine and conditioning

• Toning and refining pre-lightened blondes while keeping the result soft and translucent

• Fashion-tone services where you want to dilute intense shades into pastels or sheer tones
  Because it is part of a demi-permanent, PPD- and ammonia-free liquid system, it is well suited for delicate, sensitized, or frequently colored hair where a gentle refresh is preferred over a permanent color commitment.