What is the difference between 10 & 20 volume developer?

Two of the most common developer volumes are 10 and 20. People often get confused when choosing between these two types of volume developers. Developer contains peroxide which opens up your hair cuticles so the color can deposit or lighten. 20 vol. developer contains more hydrogen peroxide than 10 vol. developer. But is it the only difference?

Can you use a volume 10 developer on thick hair?

The volume 10 developer is less damaging for all hair types, but it may take longer to process in thick hair. You wouldn’t use a Volume 10 developer to bleach your hair because it barely opens the hair cuticle to allow the color pigmentation to lift.

What is a 10 volume developer?

A 10-volume developer has 3% peroxide, which is pretty gentle. It’s great for toning or glossing previously colored hair. You should apply 10 Developer on your hair when you’re thinking of going darker. For example, if you have brown hair and want to change it to a darker brown or black, you would use a Vol. 10 developer.