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Framesi Framcolor Futura: Italian Permanent Color Guide

Framcolor Futura is the permanent color line that built Framesi's reputation in Italian salons, and it has earned a loyal following on the chair side of American salons too. If you want rich deposit, predictable grey coverage, and tones that stay true through the first few washes, this is the Framesi line you reach for. Below is the working stylist's breakdown of how to mix it, time it, and get the most out of every tube.

What Framcolor Futura Is Built For

Framcolor Futura is a permanent oxidative cream color formulated with Ceramide A2 and vegetal conditioners. It is designed for salons that want clean lift on natural hair, strong grey coverage on the naturals series, and tone that does not go ashy or muddy during processing. The cream consistency sits on the strand without running, which makes precision foiling and root retouches easier on longer sessions.

Who It Suits

  • Stylists covering 50 to 100 percent grey who want true-to-tone results
  • Clients going darker and needing rich deposit without flatness
  • Color corrections where you need predictable lift with Oxy Plus

Mixing Ratio and Developer Pairing

Framcolor Futura mixes at a 1:1.5 ratio with Framesi Oxy Plus developer. That is one part color to one and a half parts developer. For a standard retouch on shoulder-length hair, 60g of color with 90g of developer is a reliable starting point.

  • 10 volume Oxy Plus for tone-on-tone and grey blending
  • 20 volume for 100 percent grey coverage and one level of lift
  • 30 volume for two levels of lift
  • 40 volume for three levels of lift on virgin hair only

Super Lightening Series

The SL series (super lighteners) lifts up to four levels with 40 volume. Use the 1:2 ratio on the SL shades for the extra lift and cleaner blonde results.

Processing Times

Standard processing for Framcolor Futura is 35 minutes at room temperature. Do not add heat unless you are working a resistant grey zone and even then keep it to a gentle warm, not a hot dryer. Full processing is what locks in the deposit and keeps tones from fading early.

  • Retouch: 35 minutes start to finish
  • Virgin application with lift: 45 minutes on midlengths and ends first, 35 minutes once you pull through to the root
  • Resistant grey: pre-soften with 20 volume for 5 minutes before applying color

Naturals and Tone Families

Framcolor Futura organizes shades on the International Color Chart system. The first number is the level, the second is the primary tone, and the third is the secondary tone. So a 6.34 is a level 6 with a gold primary and copper secondary.

Working the Series

  • .0 Naturals: strongest grey coverage, use for base retouches
  • .1 Ash: neutralizes warmth, great for brunettes pulling red
  • .3 Gold and .4 Copper: warm tones that stay vibrant
  • .5 Mahogany and .6 Red: rich reds without the brass
  • .7 Violet: cool tone for fashion-forward brunettes

Pro Tips from the Chairside

A few details that separate a good Framcolor Futura application from a great one:

  • Section clean. Quarter sections with a tail comb, start at the densest grey zone
  • Saturate the new growth. Do not skimp on product at the scalp, that is where grey coverage wins or loses
  • Check your timer. Pulling color early to chase an appointment is the fastest way to fade tone by week two
  • Emulsify at the bowl. Thirty seconds of water and massage at the end lifts residue and sets shine

Common Futura Mistakes

A few traps to avoid if you are new to the line:

  • Over-mixing with water. Futura does not need extra water in the bowl, just developer
  • Using 40 volume on previously colored hair. Stick to 30 volume max on anything that is not virgin
  • Skipping the strand test. On red-to-ash conversions or heavy grey, always test
  • Rinsing without emulsifying. The emulsify step at the bowl pulls the formula fully through and adds shine

Shop Framesi at Hair Color USA

Hair Color USA stocks the full Framcolor Futura shade library plus Oxy Plus developer in every volume. Orders ship from Jackson, Michigan, so Midwest salons usually see two-day delivery. Shop all Framesi products.

If you are stocking your color bar or running low on a hero shade, order today and get Framcolor Futura on your shelf fast.

Frequently Asked Questions

What developer volume works best with Framesi color?

Most Framesi permanent color lines use 20 volume developer for standard coverage and 1-2 levels of lift. Use 10 volume for deposit-only applications and 30 volume for extra lift on resistant hair. Always check the specific product instructions, as mixing ratios and developer recommendations vary between lines within the same brand.

How long do you process Framesi color?

Standard processing time for Framesi color is typically 30-45 minutes at room temperature. Grey coverage formulas may need the full 45 minutes for complete saturation. Always do a strand test first, especially on previously colored or chemically treated hair, and monitor processing every 10 minutes.

Is Framesi color good for grey coverage?

Professional Framesi color formulas provide reliable grey coverage when used with the correct developer volume and processing time. For resistant grey, pre-soften with developer for 5-10 minutes before applying color. Mix with a natural base shade at 25-50% of your formula to boost grey coverage density.

What is the mixing ratio for Framesi color?

Check the specific product line for exact ratios. Most Framesi permanent color uses a 1:1 ratio (equal parts color and developer). Some lines use 1:1.5 or 1:2 ratios. Measuring by weight on a digital scale gives more accurate results than measuring by volume. Consistency should be creamy and easy to apply.

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