can i use a 10 volume developer with a permanent hair color
For a PERMANENT Color Result, 20 Volume is the MINIMUM recommended Volume. If your hair is dark already-Medium Brown To Black, then 10 Vol. will give a Long-Lasting (But NOT Permanent) color that will deepen and enrich the shade for about 15 to 20 washes.eport Abuse. 10 volume lifts 1 level and deposits (goes darker), 20 volume lifts 2 levels, 30 volume lifts 3 levels, and 40 volumes lifts 4 levels. This is increased 1/2 a level with bleach. So if you are dying your hair black 10 volume is the right one to use. Source(s): I am a hair stylist.