- What is the difference between Topchic and Elumen?
- Topchic is a permanent color that needs a developer and lifts the natural pigment, so it covers gray and shifts level. Elumen is a direct dye applied without developer; it deposits color and shine but does not lighten, and it is often used for vivid or gloss tones.
- What do the letters and numbers in Topchic shade names mean?
- The number is the depth, from 2 (darkest) to 10 (lightest). The letters are the tone: N is natural, NN extra natural for stronger gray coverage, A ash, G gold, K copper. So 7NN is a mid blonde with extra natural base, and 6KG is a dark blonde with copper-gold tone.
- Does Topchic cover gray hair?
- Yes. The NN and N shades are built for full gray coverage, and the natural series is the usual base for mixing. Coverage depends on the developer strength and the ratio you use, so follow the Goldwell mixing guidance for the shade.
- Do Goldwell colors come with a developer?
- Topchic tubes are sold as color only; you need Goldwell's own lotion developer in the strength the shade calls for. Elumen needs its Lock and Prepare steps instead of a developer. Check what each listing includes before buying.
- Is Goldwell color returnable if the shade is wrong?
- Returns depend on the store, not on Goldwell, and opened color tubes are usually excluded for hygiene reasons. Check the seller's policy before ordering, and confirm the shade code against a Goldwell swatch first.
- Are there Goldwell discount codes?
- None Deal.ai could confirm as of November 12, 2026: no code for Goldwell's own shop was posted on Goldwell's site or by two coupon sites or more. This page shows what Goldwell products cost at every store instead, so a markdown shows here as soon as it starts.