FAQS

The product is designed in Australia, manufactured in Italy and distributed in Australia by Ozdare Private Limited.

P.O.D has 4 components namely Prep, Tone, Sealer and Shield. Each has a different function, unique formulation and is sustainable by design. The preparation of PREP & Tone is based on a unique technology which allows the active ingredients to blend together at the right temperature to obtain the final solid P.O.Ds.

P.O.D is a simple system designed to transform your hair colour and care experience at the basin in 3 simple steps:

(i) Prep — An arginine based solution that gently cleanses the hair, removing dirts and grimes. The arginine softens the hair and open/ lifts the cuticle layer

(ii) Tone — This the colouring step, comprises micro-colour molecules in an ecopod format. The P.O.Ds are infused with lipophilic oils, butters and amino acids to treat the hair while toning. 

(iii) Sealer — This is the conditioning & last step, it helps close the cuticles and seal the colour onto the hair.

The entire P.O.D process (prep, tone and seal) takes on average 8-10 min depending on length and texture of hair.

The P.O.D system is competitively priced for the professional salon, as well as added financial benefits with time saving costs of staff, product and service time at the basin. Average service cost for the client can range from $50-$100 AUD depending on what the salon owner wants to build into their service. P.O.D is designed for salon owners to effectively implement into their services menus to cater for their clientele within their existing pricing structures.

Currently there are a total of 22 shades covering ultra lights & very lights, lights and medium, pastel & vibrants. We aim to expand and build our range in conjunction with our global community!

Yes — P.O.D is designed to create new revenue streams and innovative services for the professional hairdresser.

3 years unopened. 1 year after opening.

Short answer? Absolutely not.

The molecular weight of the dye molecule is extremely small. The size of the dye molecule, combined with the lifting of the hair cuticle by the P.O.D.

Prep along with the microtechnology Tone allow the dye to cover the surface of the hair strand as well as get into extremely small spaces of the lifted hair cuticle layer, and deep into the hair fibre. This combined with the water treatment of the ECOHEADS Showerhead and the ionisation of the water ensures even binding of the colour molecule into the hair fibre. This also ensures that there is no skin or scalp staining during a P.O.D service, as the molecules do not bind to the skin.

However — If you touch the concentrated P.O.D prior to putting it into The Adaptor — you may get some slight staining on the fingers, however this will wash off quickly and easily.

We have an Education Hub that will give you a comprehensive library of everything P.O.D!

The average services takes under 10 mins to prep, tone and treat, saving up to 75% of the time spent on semi-permanent colour services, and lasts 8-12 washes.

Yes, the P.O.D system relies on the unique properties of the ECOHEADS Showerhead to ionise the water and disperse The Prep and The Tone.

P.O.D will not work if used inside the standard ECOHEADS Showerhead without The Adaptor. The unique design of the basket allows the water to spin the P.O.D. products and dissolve them efficiently.

If the client's hair has a lot of build-up prior to a P.O.D service then we recommend shampooing the hair prior to the Prep to remove excessive build-up and dirt.

The Tone can be removed by using any professional colour remover. Using higher pH products to open the cuticle and gently clean the hair will also help to remove unwanted pigment. NOTE- the same rules apply around putting powder lightener over fresh pigment- It can expand the colour molecule inside the hair causing it to become brighter and harder to remove. We recommend alternative colour removal options that each hairdresser is already comfortable with. For gentle, sheer removal- The Prep can be used to remove an overtone.

No, this is not a progressive colour and will not deepen if left on longer than the recommended processing time- which makes it a perfect partner for toning and refreshing at the basin.

If you find that your water pressure is still quite low, even after installing an ECOHEADS Showerhead and improving the base flow- you can punch a small hole through The Tone (a metal tail comb works) to speed up the dissolution process. This is only necessary if the P.O.D is taking over 5 minutes to dissolve based on water pressure.

We are not looking to replace any other colour line, there are fantastic companies doing amazing things with colour. This is in addition to and a compliment to any current colour, semi, demi or refresh tones on previously toned hair. P.O.D is friends with all brands and is the perfect partner to blend and implement in alongside the things you already do in the salon.

Not yet … but we are working on it. At this stage we are recommending to use colour care shampoo & conditioner from a professional brand.

Absolutely not. P.O.D is designed to colour your hair and provide outstanding shine, strength and manageability. It is pH balanced and boosted with lipophilic oils and amino acids to treat the hair while toning. In addition, P.O.D is free from damaging chemicals such as Ammonia, MEA, DEA, PPD, PDT and requires no developer

We have not specifically tested P.O.D products for use during pregnancy and other health conditions, however we anticipate no issues as it can be safely used on human hair, and does not contain any of the chemicals recommended for pregnant women to avoid.

P.O.D working principle in 3 simple steps:

(i) PREP - an arginine based solution that lifts the cuticle layer to prime the hair fibre for colour.

(ii) TONE - water delivered tone on tone colour. This is the colouring step that uses micro-colour molecules in an ecopod format. This small dye molecules, combined with the ionic water delivery from the showerhead allows the colour to cover the surface of the hair strand as well as get into tiny pockets of the lifted hair cuticle layer.

(iii) Sealer - this is the conditioning & last step, it successfully closes the cuticle- sealing in the colour.

P.O.D fades like any standard toner or direct dyes and touch up can be done whenever your hair is fading. Fading also depends on the client's lifestyle such as frequency of hair wash. 

P.O.D has been designed using safe and compliant ingredients and possesses no environmental concern. The safety data sheet for all our products is available that documents the risks associated with the usage, handling, storage and disposal for each SKU during their lifecycle.

We have not specifically tested P.O.D products for sensitive skin. However, it is free from fragrance and enzymes. We recommend checking the ingredients before using for people with sensitive skin.

Like any hair colour product we recommend avoiding moisture in the first 24 hour post P.O.D treatment. P.O.D is designed to fade every time the hair is wet. P.O.D is formulated with powerful UV protection for colour.

Absolutely, you can personalise your colours. All P.O.D tones are intermixable as long as one uses the knowledge of colour charts and the colour wheel theory.

Yes, it is one of the safest colours on the market but one needs to take account of hair porosity to avoid extra tone absorption. We recommend using The Shield to balance porosity prior to working on compromised or chemically damaged hair.

You can, it's one of the safest colouring products in the market.

Like other colouring products in the market we recommend using it for 18 and above, however as a tone on tone colour- it is suitable for younger people wanting to try colour for the first time.

We have 6 vivids in our range, we can intermix vivids with other shades to create different intensities or vibrancy.

PEG-90 — Binder
OLEA EUROPAEA (OLIVE) FRUIT OIL — Active Ingredient
AQUA (WATER) — Solvent
RICINUS COMMUNIS (CASTOR) SEED OIL — Active Ingredient
BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA) BUTTER — Active Ingredient
PEG-40 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL — Solubilize
BEHENTRIMONIUM METHOSULFATE — Surfactant Cleansing Agent
COCOS NUCIFERA (COCONUT) OIL — Active Ingredient
SHOREA STENOPTERA SEED BUTTER — Active Ingredient
CETEARYL ALCOHOL — Viscosity Controlling Agent
HYDROLYZED WALNUT EXTRACT — Active Ingredient
CETEARETH-30 — Emulsifying Agent
BASIC RED 51 — Hair dye
SODIUM CHLORIDE — Viscosity Controlling Agent
BASIC VIOLET 2 — Hair dye
ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL — Solvent
POLOXAMER 407 — Solubilizer
GLYCERIN — Humectant
CETEARETH-20 — Emulsifying Agent
PYRUS MALUS (APPLE) FRUIT EXTRACT — Active Ingredient
TARTARIC ACID — pH Adjuster
CASTANEA SATIVA (CHESTNUT) SEED EXTRACT — Active Ingredient
POLYQUATERNIUM-113 — Conditioning Agent
CITRIC ACID — pH Adjuster
CITRUS LIMON (LEMON) FRUIT EXTRACT — Active Ingredient
VERBASCUM THAPSUS EXTRACT — Active Ingredient
HYDROLYZED GRAPE SKIN — Active Ingredient
HYDROLYZED WHEAT BRAN — Active Ingredient
PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-t-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE — Antioxidant
SOY AMINO ACIDS — Active Ingredient
WHEAT AMINO ACIDS — Conditioning Agent
ARGININE HCl — Emollient
SERINE — Conditioning Agent
THREONINE — Active Ingredient
SODIUM BENZOATE — Preservative
POTASSIUM SORBATE — Preservative
PHENOXYETHANOL — Preservative
CAPRYLYL GLYCOL — Emollient
BHT — Antioxidant

AQUA (WATER) — Solvent
CETEARYL ALCOHOL — Viscosity Controlling Agent
CETYL ALCOHOL — Viscosity Controlling Agent
BEHENTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE — Conditioning Agent
CETRIMONIUM CHLORIDE — Surfactant Cleansing Agent
ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL — Solvent
PHENOXYETHANOL — Preservative
PARFUM (FRAGRANCE) — Fragrance
HYDROGENATED VEGETABLE OIL — Conditioning Agent
ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN — Humectant
HEXYL CINNAMAL — Fragrance Ingredient
CITRIC ACID — pH Adjuster
LINALOOL — Fragrance Ingredient
BENZYL SALICYLATE — Fragrance Ingredient
GLYCERIN — Humectant
PYRUS MALUS (APPLE) FRUIT EXTRACT — Active Ingredient
TARTARIC ACID — pH Adjuster
VERBASCUM THAPSUS EXTRACT — Active Ingredient
CITRUS LIMON (LEMON) FRUIT EXTRACT — Active Ingredient
HYDROLYZED GRAPE SKIN — Active Ingredient
HYDROLYZED WHEAT BRAN — Active Ingredient
SODIUM BENZOATE — Preservative
POTASSIUM SORBATE — Preservative

AQUA (WATER) — Solvent
CITRIC ACID — pH Adjuster
PHOSPHORIC ACID — pH Adjuster
CITRUS AURANTIUM DULCIS (ORANGE) JUICE — Active Ingredient
CITRUS LIMON (LEMON) JUICE — Active Ingredient
POTASSIUM SORBATE — Preservative
SODIUM BENZOATE — Preservative

To ensure long-lasting colours we advise:

• Avoiding hair wash within 24 hours of the P.O.D treatment
• Use a chelating shampoo to prevent mineral buildup on hair.

P.O.D is a true tone on tone colour and designed to fade completely out of the hair. It gradually gets more and more translucent over each wash until it is entirely out of the hair shaft. The first wash will release the most colour, then it will gradually and evenly wash out over the 8-12 wash cycle. There is no permanent residue or buildup that will be left in the hair when it fades out.

P.O.D is a new colour technology that is based on micro-colour molecules that are dissolved by the water and dynamic pressure of the ECOHEADS Showerhead. The small dye molecules in Tones, in conjunction with the ionisation of the water by the Showerhead allows colour to bond deep and evenly onto the hair fibre- resulting in excellent tone on tone results.

P.O.D is designed to nourish the hair while colouring. The TONE or colour ecoP.O.Ds contains lipophilic oils and amino acids to treat the hair while toning. The Sealer is rich in phytocomplex - will nourish and protect the hair, providing high shine and a light, bouncy finish.

A versatile, no damage toning system that can be effortlessly integrated into your existing colour service structures or as a stand alone tone on tone colour treatment, guaranteed to improve hair quality no matter your hair type, condition or texture.

The P.O.D system relies on the unique properties of the ECOHEADS Showerhead and the Adopter. The Adaptor must be fixed with the standard ECOHEADS Showerhead. The unique design of the Adaptor basket allows the water to spin the P.O.D. products and dissolve them efficiently.

For application, remember that P.O.D is a tone on tone colour which means your results will be-

Existing level +The Tone = The Results.

The Showerhead becomes your application tool- you are rinsing/infusing product into the hair so even and correct application is easy- just envision the Showerhead as your brush! Head to the Education Hub to see it in action and pick up the best application technique.

P.O.D is free from-

Ammonia, MEA, DEA, PPD, PDT and requires no developer.

P.O.D process is fast and efficient with exceptional tone on tone results- Application time is significantly reduced to 8-10 minutes, when compared against other acidic/semi permanent toning service timings.

Additional benefits: It is pH balanced and formulated with essential amino acids that strengthens, protects, and equalises porosity to repair hair.

Yes, its suitable on all hair types (best colour results over a level 8 with current shades) and is formulated to work on every hair texture due to it’s unique way of treating and delivering product onto the hair.

P.O.D is a global toning delivery, so where there are specific application of toners or different formulas that one would apply in a toning service- there are tips and tricks for combining for instance- a semi-permanent root stretch, and then a P.O.D service to follow- this is covered and demonstrated in our Education hub.

P.O.D is not designed to cover grey hair, it will however give sheer blending and can achieve soft results when a double prep is used- this will open the cuticle even more. The treatment aspect of P.O.D will give amazing conditioning and softening results to grey hair.

Yes absolutely. P.O.D is great for colour correction, fill and neutralising.

Yes, P.O.D works with a micro dye system that does not hold to the skin or any clothing. In addition, the dyes are water soluble hence can be washed away with one wash from skin, further minimising the risk of colour bleeding.

Not at this stage (simply come and see your fav hairdresser in between).

No P.O.D is intentionally designed with no fragrance, ensuring the formulations are mild and gentle. The Sealer has a fragrance but it is at a minimal percentage.

P.O.D can layer one colour to remove one or to enhance existing colour. When using traditional colours for root application, P.O.D can be layered on top to give the middle and hair ends a multi-colour effect.

P.O.D can be used for colour refreshing and rejuvenation for any number of times, it is one of the safest colours in the market.

Like any hair colour product we recommend avoiding moisture in the first 24 hour post P.O.D treatment. P.O.D Designed to fade every time the hair is wet.

Absolutely, yes. P.O.D is designed with micro dyes which ensures the colours settle deep and even & hence less prone to fading during ironing or curling unlike regular semis and colours that sit on the outside of the cuticle and are much more sensitive to heat application.

We recommend using our product Shield to help colour uptake for hair extensions but synthetic hair is chemically treated which restricts P.O.D application.

P.O.D is designed to make hair colour look seamless and it's very easy to apply.

We have strong product quality and safety processes to minimise batch variations in manufacturing. Every batch produced is tested for performance and safety with respect to a previously approved product. Evaluation is done following the best practices existing in the hair care industry.

For strand testing, one hair strand or a hair swatch matching the same as the client can be used for testing.

No, synthetic hair has barriers and doesn’t allow colour uptake. But it is very effective on extensions and human hair wigs and pieces.

We aim for sustainable and eco-friendly manufacturing by using fewer resources and generating less waste. As our business continues to grow, we aim to reduce our footprint further and keep our supply chain and procurement processes simpler. In addition, our R&D partner has defined their Sustainability Goals and annual reports of which are available on public domain.

Absolutely. P.O.D is 100% vegan and cruelty-free.

None of the P.O.D products are not tested on animals. We have a strong policy on animal testing and our partners and suppliers have signed up for the same.

P.O.D contributes to improve sustainability in several ways- 

(a). It is a concentrated product delivered through water. The water content in the P.O.Ds is less than 6% which makes it almost water-free and also means smaller packaging.

(b) Formulation is free of harsh chemicals such as PPD, peroxides, sulfates, and ammonia. P.O.D is rich in natural ingredients.

(c) P.O.D is a healthier way to colour as no inhaling of chemical fumes occurs.

(d) P.O.D is fast and efficient, it also saves water compared to a standard colour process.

Yes, all the packaging components of P.O.D are sustainable and recyclable by design. The pouch for PREP, Adapter is recyclable and biodegradable. The sleeves used for Tones are made from recycled paper and recyclable. The plastic containers of Tones are recyclable. The Sealer comes in a recyclable bottle and is made from 50% PCR.

As a business we firmly believe in ethical and responsible business practices to create hair products that don’t harm our planet. We have strict policies and the same holds true for our suppliers and partners. In addition, our R&D partner publishes annual reports which documents policies for sourcing and fair trade at their end as well.

As a business we have strict policies to ensure work rights and ethical practices throughout the supply chain. The same holds true for our suppliers and partners.

P.O.D is designed to nourish and treat the hair while colouring.

The Tone or colour ecopod contains lipophilic oils and amino acids to treat the hair while toning.

The Sealer is rich in phytocomplex - will nourish and protect the hair, providing high shine and a light, bouncy finish.

No, but we are working on the certifications, as P.O.D technology has never existed before- we have a longer journey for these certifications but we can’t wait to share.

P.O.D. is a concentrated product delivered by water. P.O.D works in partnership with the ECOHEADS Showerhead system. ECOHEADS Showerhead system consumes 60% less water than a normal showerhead. When P.OD. is used with the ECOHEADS Showerhead, the time for the whole colour process is significantly reduced to less than 10 minutes. Thus the P.O.D system can significantly cut down the water and time required to cleanse, tone, and treat the hair- with clean and effective results.