Hello! Yes, Star.....I'm alive! Sorry I haven't been more supportive lately. But it's now after the Christmas Rush. So, I'll be here more!
Regarding Redlights from Matrix: I have used them in the past and they are bright, but they don't last. Big time fading. Two years ago I switched to Joico and absolutely LOVE their Verocolor. Well, this past fall, they came out with Vero Ultra. It is basically a lifting powder with tint! Ultra lift, up to 7 levels, ultra color deposit and ultra condition (K-Pak built in). They have 3 shades which are all inter-mixable: copper, red and red mahogany. It's specifically developed for off-scalp highlighting and designed to be applied to dry hair. 30-45mins of process time. I have taken a level 1 and applied Vero Ultra Red + 40vol. in foils for 45mins and it looks INCREDIBLE. If she does her homework and uses her Color Endurance Shampoo and Conditioner at home, she will maintain that bright red until her retouch. Guranteed.