Malibu C DDL XL Direct Dye Lifter Extra Lift

A professional treatment for targeted removal of unwanted direct dyes and resistant vivid shades. Its creamy, non-drip texture allows for more precise brush application and better control of the result during color correction. The product is intended for professional salon use only.

Benefits

• Helps remove unwanted direct pigments and intense vivid tones
• Suitable for correcting resistant color buildup that is deeply deposited in the hair
• Can be activated with water for gentler lift and removal of cool tones
• Can be activated with a 10 or 20 vol. developer for a stronger effect and removal of warm tones
• Creamy, non-drip consistency supports precise and controlled application
• Suitable for clients who frequently change bold color shades
• Vegan, cruelty-free, plant-based, and more environmentally friendly according to the manufacturer
• Made in the USA
• Free from gluten, parabens, silicones, formaldehyde, and fragrance

Key Ingredients and Technology

• Ammonium Persulfate & Potassium Persulfate – oxidative lifting ingredients that help break down and lighten resistant direct pigments.
• Bentonite & Xanthan Gum – ingredients that support a creamy, non-drip consistency, making precise application in individual hair sections easier.
• Disodium EDTA – a chelating ingredient that helps work with mineral deposits and supports a cleaner color correction process.

How to Use

1. Always perform a strand test before application.
2. For best results, prepare the hair with Malibu C Color Disruptor and CPR.
3. Open the DDL XL sachet and pour the crystals into a non-metallic bowl.
4. To remove warm tones, add 1.5 oz, approximately 44 ml, of 10 or 20 vol. developer.
5. For gentler lifting and removal of cool tones, mix DDL XL with water instead of developer.
6. Mix thoroughly and use immediately.
7. Section the hair and apply the freshly mixed formula with a brush.
8. Process for a maximum of 45 minutes.
9. Check the hair every 5 minutes until the desired result is achieved.
10. Rinse thoroughly, shampoo, and rinse again.
11. To stop oxidation, use Malibu C De-Ox.

Heat is not recommended during application. Do not use the product on the scalp, skin, eyelashes, eyebrows, children, or hair colored with metallic dyes. If itching or burning occurs, rinse immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is DDL XL intended for home use? No, the manufacturer states that the product is for professional use only.
• Does DDL XL remove direct dyes? Yes, it is designed to remove unwanted direct pigments and resistant vivid tones.
• Can it also lighten the hair’s natural pigment? Yes. Because it contains persulfates and the manufacturer classifies it as part of the lightener family, it may also affect the hair’s natural color.
• Is it used with water or developer? Both options are possible. Water is recommended for gentler lifting and removing cool tones, while 10 or 20 vol. developer is intended for a stronger result and the removal of warm tones.
• Is heat necessary? No, heat is not recommended, as it may accelerate oxidation and increase the risk of compromising the integrity of the hair.
• Why is it recommended to use Malibu C De-Ox after DDL XL? DDL XL is an oxidative product, and the manufacturer recommends De-Ox to stop oxidation after the process and help minimize further stress on the hair.