TECHNICAL COLOUR FORMULAS USING CODE, COLOR.ME OR GLOSS

30 Mar 2026 · 38 min

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In this month's episode of CONVERSATIONS WITH KEVIN, DESIGN.DIRECTOR Kate Reid sits down with special guest Joe Verde as they take a deep dive into the world of KEVIN.MURPHY Colour. Joe shares his expert tips on how he uses all three colour lines in the salon to deliver flawless, tailored results every time. Together, Joe and Kate explore the latest trending shades, unpack different colour formulas to achieve a variety of results, unpack the unique technologies behind each line, and break down exactly when to choose CODE, COLOR.ME, or GLOSS for different client needs.

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