How to Use BBLUNT High Shine Wine Deep Burgundy Hair Colour Correctly

BBLUNT High Shine Wine Deep Burgundy is a bold, deep shade from the BBLUNT hair colour range that layers deep violet and wine tones over a medium brown base, creating a colour that shifts from a deep plum indoors to a vivid burgundy in sunlight. Shade 4.20 is formulated with Keratin and Vitamin E, which condition the hair during the colour development process so the result is not just a new colour but visibly softer, shinier hair as well. The formula provides full grey coverage and holds for up to 8 weeks. This guide covers the complete application process for Wine Deep Burgundy and how to maintain the depth and vibrancy of the shade between applications.

Before You Begin

Preparation before mixing and applying keeps the process safe, protects surfaces and skin, and helps the colour develop evenly.

• Do a patch test 48 hours before every application. Mix a small amount of colour cream and developer, apply behind the ear or on the inner elbow, leave for 30 minutes, then rinse. Do not proceed if any redness, itching, or swelling appears.
• Do a strand test if your hair has a warm or golden base. Apply the mixed colour to a small hidden section, develop for the recommended time, and rinse to see how the deep violet and wine tones interact with your existing colour before doing a full application.
• Wear the included gloves from the start of mixing and throughout the entire application. Deep wine and violet pigments deposit quickly on skin and stain readily, so gloves are essential.
• Drape an old towel or cape over your shoulders before starting. Wine Deep Burgundy is a deeply pigmented shade that can stain fabric.
• Apply a barrier cream generously along your hairline, around your ears, and across the back of your neck. This shade's intense pigmentation makes a good barrier especially important at the edges.
• Do not shampoo immediately before colouring. Natural scalp oils help protect the skin during application. A light wash the day before is fine if there is heavy product build-up, but hair must be dry at the time of application.

How To Use: Step by Step

1. Mix the colour cream and developer in a 1:1 ratio Squeeze equal amounts of colour cream and developer into a non-metallic bowl. Mix with the applicator brush until the mixture is completely smooth and uniform with no streaks of unmixed product. Do not use metallic bowls or tools, as these can react with the developer and alter the colour result.
2. Put on gloves before handling the mixture Gloves must be on before mixing begins and must stay on throughout the entire application. Keep a damp cloth nearby and wipe any skin contact immediately. Wine Deep Burgundy's deep violet pigment is particularly prone to staining skin, so quick removal of drips matters more here than for neutral shades.
3. Section the hair and begin at the roots Divide dry hair into four sections and clip three aside. Start applying at the roots of one section. Roots are closest to the scalp and benefit from the warmth generated there. Starting at the roots ensures they receive the full development time relative to the lengths.
4. Work through each section from root to tip Apply the colour from roots to ends using the brush, section by section. Coat every strand thoroughly. Give extra attention to the hairline, temples, and parting, where grey is most visible. If the mixture runs low before all sections are coated, use a second pack rather than stretching what remains.
5. Comb through for even distribution Once all sections are coated, use a wide-tooth comb to work the colour through the hair from roots to ends. This step catches any areas the brush missed and ensures the Wine Deep Burgundy tone develops uniformly across the full length.
6. Leave on for 30 to 35 minutes Set a timer once all sections are fully saturated. Check your specific pack for the exact recommended development time. Do not rinse early. Do not exceed the maximum development time, as this will not intensify the burgundy result and can over-process the hair.
7. Rinse with warm water until the water runs completely clear Rinse thoroughly with warm water until there is no trace of colour in the water. Deep, intensely pigmented shades like Wine Deep Burgundy require more thorough rinsing than lighter shades to fully remove excess pigment and developer from the scalp and hair. Take time with this step to avoid colour transfer to fabric or bedding afterwards.
8. Apply the included conditioner and rinse with cool water Apply the conditioning treatment from the pack from mid-lengths to ends. Leave for two to three minutes, then rinse with cool water. Cool water seals the hair cuticle after the colour process, locking in the deep burgundy pigment and contributing to the high-shine finish of the formula.
9. Dry and style as usual Towel dry gently and style as normal. Avoid washing the hair again for at least 48 hours after colouring to allow the Wine Deep Burgundy pigment to bond fully. The full depth and the violet wine quality of the shade are most visible once the hair is completely dry.

What To Expect from Wine Deep Burgundy (Shade 4.20)

Shade 4.20 sits at a medium brown depth but is defined by its deep violet and wine undertones rather than the brown base. In low or indoor light, the result reads as a rich, deep plum-brown. In sunlight or direct light, the violet and wine undertones emerge fully, giving the hair a distinctly burgundy quality that sets it apart from neutral or warm browns.

On naturally dark brown or black hair, the result is a deep tonal shift with the burgundy quality most visible in sunlight. The colour adds a plum-toned depth to dark hair that changes how the hair looks in different lighting conditions. No pre-lightening is required, and the result on dark hair is a sophisticated, multidimensional finish rather than a surface colour change.

On grey and white hair, Wine Deep Burgundy covers completely and evenly. The violet and wine pigments deposit fully on grey sections, giving a consistent deep burgundy tone that matches the rest of the hair. On white or very light grey hair, the colour result may appear slightly richer or more vivid than on pigmented sections, which is normal for this depth range.

The full depth of the shade settles once the hair is completely dry. Wet hair appears darker and more saturated immediately after rinsing, and the true wine burgundy character of 4.20 reads correctly once fully dry.

Making the Colour Last

Wine and violet-toned shades like Shade 4.20 carry pigment molecules with a larger molecular structure than red tones but are still more prone to fading than neutral or cool dark browns, particularly with frequent washing and heat exposure. The right aftercare routine makes a significant difference to how long the burgundy depth holds.

• Switch to a sulphate-free or colour-protecting shampoo for all washes after colouring. Sulphate-based shampoos open the cuticle more aggressively with each wash and remove colour pigment along with the lather.
• Do not wash the hair on the day of colouring. Give the colour 48 hours to bond fully before the first post-colour wash.
• Wash with cool or lukewarm water. Hot water opens the cuticle and allows pigment to escape with each wash cycle, which is particularly damaging to the violet undertones of this shade.
• Use a conditioning hair mask weekly. Soft, well-conditioned hair holds colour longer because the cuticle stays smoother between washes, trapping pigment more effectively inside the hair shaft.
• Apply a heat protectant before every blow dry, straightening, or curling session. Repeated direct heat on unprotected coloured hair accelerates fading and makes the hair more porous over time.
• Limit prolonged direct sun exposure where possible. UV light degrades violet and wine pigments faster than it affects neutral or darker tones.

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Conclusion

BBLUNT High Shine Wine Deep Burgundy is a bold, deeply pigmented shade for anyone who wants a rich burgundy result with full grey coverage and a conditioning finish. Mix the colour cream and developer in a 1:1 ratio, apply on dry hair from roots to ends, comb through for even coverage, and leave on for 30 to 35 minutes. The Keratin and Vitamin E formula conditions the hair during development, and the result is a deep wine burgundy with high shine that lasts up to 8 weeks. Use a sulphate-free shampoo, cool wash water, and a weekly conditioning mask to keep the violet wine tones vivid and the shine strong between applications.

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