Redken Shades EQ Gloss 08NP Opal Shimmer

Professional Toning with a Pearlescent Finish

Meet one of Redken’s most iconic, high-demand gloss shades — Shades EQ 08NP Opal Shimmer. A go-to for salon professionals and at-home toning pros alike, this demi-permanent hair color delivers a soft neutral pearl tone that adds subtle shimmer and dimension to blonde, light brown, or pre-lightened hair.

Whether you're toning down brassiness, refreshing blonde ends, or adding soft iridescence to faded color, Redken Shades EQ Gloss Opal Shimmer gives you predictable results and mirror-like shine without damage. The acidic formula conditions the hair as it tones, making it a smart choice for color-treated or porous strands.

Benefits & Features

Looking for toning results that are soft, subtle, and salon-quality? Here’s what makes this gloss a must-have:

• Neutralizes unwanted brass in pre-lightened or naturally light hair

• Infuses a soft pearl tone that flatters most complexions and hair levels

• Adds incredible shine and softness with every application

• Zero-lift, ammonia-free formula won’t damage the hair

• Acidic pH conditions while it processes, leaving hair smooth and manageable

• Ideal for blonde refreshes, low-maintenance color, or soft highlights

What Makes it Different?

This isn’t just another gloss. Redken’s Shades EQ line is trusted by professional colorists for its blendable tones, gentle formula, and predictable fade — and 08NP Opal Shimmer is one of the most requested shades for a reason.

• Pearl shimmer with a neutral base offers both dimension and softness

• No developer needed beyond the Redken Processing Solution (no harsh peroxide)

• Perfect for glossing, refreshing, or toning pre-lightened hair without lift

• Fades gracefully, avoiding unwanted undertones or patchiness

Whether used in a professional salon or your home bathroom, Opal Shimmer gives hair a polished, luminous finish that looks effortlessly expensive.

Get the Shine and Tone You’ve Been Searching For

• Problem: Blonde or light brown hair turns brassy between appointments
  → Solution: 08NP corrects orange or yellow tones with a neutral-pearlescent result

• Problem: Hair looks dull or dry after weeks of sun, heat, or shampooing
  → Solution: Shades EQ restores shine and tone, making hair feel fresh from the salon

• Problem: You want to tone or enhance hair color without damaging your hair
  → Solution: The acidic, ammonia-free formula is gentle, conditioning, and safe for repeated use

Specifications

Want your blonde to look expensive, not orange? Redken Shades EQ Gloss 08NP Opal Shimmer is the secret weapon behind that effortless, glossy pearl finish. It’s gentle, effective, and surprisingly easy to use — whether you’re a stylist or just tired of dull hair in your mirror.

Precautions

• Developed for professional use only.

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