Why Dikson? 60 years of Italian professional hair colour and care
Lime Light Hair & Beauty · 11 October 2026 · 8 min read
Why South African hairdressers choose Dikson Professional: the Italian heritage, the colour, bleaching, technical and care systems, and the training, branches and support you get when you buy Dikson from Lime Light.

💡 The quick answer
Italian heritage: Dikson Professional was founded in Milan in 1965 and is made in Italy by Müster & Dikson.
A complete system: colour, bleaching, technical, care and styling that all work together.
Built for professionals: high performance, reliable results and ease of use in the salon.
Great value: salon-quality results at a price that keeps your colour services profitable.
Local support: Lime Light stocks the range in depth, with training, nationwide branches, reps and a loyalty programme.
What is Dikson Professional?
Dikson Professional is an Italian professional hair brand founded in Milan in 1965. Over six decades it has become known for craftsmanship, research and continuous innovation, offering hairdressers effective and creative solutions in hair colour and treatments.
Dikson is made by Müster & Dikson, whose head office and factories are in Cerro Maggiore, near Milan. Every line is developed with scientific rigour and made with artisanal care in its Italian factories.

Why do hairdressers choose Dikson?
1. Sixty years of Italian expertise
Since 1965, Müster & Dikson has created professional solutions for hairdressers around the world. That experience shows in formulas that behave the same way, service after service.
2. Made in Italy, from formula to finished product
Dikson is formulated and made in the company's own Italian factories, with more than 7 000 m² of production facilities covering hair colour, bleaching powders, hair care and vials. The site also has more than 3 000 m² for exhibitions, events, training and courses.
3. Three promises: performance, reliability, ease of use
Dikson describes its professional systems as guaranteeing high professional performance, result security and ease of use: exactly what a busy salon needs.
4. Professional quality at an accessible price
Dikson calls its systems affordable, bold and rebellious: professional quality made accessible, so you can offer premium colour and treatments while protecting your margin.
5. One brand, every service
From the first consultation to the final spray, Dikson covers every step of a salon service.

6. A more sustainable manufacturer
Müster & Dikson covers about 35% of its energy needs from renewable sources, with a photovoltaic system of more than 500 kW, and aims to be a pioneer of conscious beauty.
What is Dikson Color Extra?
Dikson Color Extra is Dikson's permanent hair colour. Dikson describes its colour as affordable, bold and rebellious: quality made accessible, confident nuances and room for creativity. Lime Light stocks more than 100 Color Extra shades in 120ml tubes, from naturals for grey coverage to fashion tones, toners and correctors.

Toners and correctors
Color Toners (Pearl, Silver and Ash) neutralise and refine pre-lightened hair, while Color Correctors (Blue, Violet, Green and Red) intensify or cancel tones in a formula. Extra shades such as 6.00 give deeper, more intense natural coverage.

Which peroxide goes with Dikson Color Extra?
Mix Dikson Color Extra with Dikson OXY Cream Peroxide, available in 5, 10, 20, 30 and 40 volume. Always follow the mixing ratio on the pack. See our guide Peroxide strengths explained for which volume to use.

What is DECO.DE, the Dikson bleaching system?
Dikson's DECO.DE bleaching system makes safe, efficient lightening accessible. Dikson describes it as affordable, bold and rebellious: "blond is not just a colour, it's an attitude". Lime Light stocks two DECO.DE powders:

| Bleach | Lift | Enriched with | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blu Hade 7T | Up to 7 tones | Keratin and argan oil | Everyday highlights, balayage and full-head lightening |
| DIKSOBlonde 9T | Up to 9 tones | Keratin and wheat germ oil | Maximum lift on dark or resistant hair |
💡 Pair it right
Mix DECO.DE powders with Dikson OXY, and keep 40 vol off the scalp. Finish with a Dikson Color Toner and the PROMASTER No Yellow Mask for clean, cool blondes.
Which Dikson hair care should I use in the salon?
DIKSOPRIME: the professional treatment system
DIKSOPRIME is Dikson's exclusive professional treatment system, designed to give a new sensory experience in the salon with lasting results at home. Functional, highly cosmetic ingredients target the needs of different hair types.

PROMASTER: masks for every hair need
The PROMASTER masks come in salon-size 1000ml tubs and are among our best-selling Dikson lines. Choose by hair need:

| PROMASTER product | Use it for |
|---|---|
| Keratin Regenerating Mask | Damaged and chemically treated hair |
| Milk Latte Nourishing Mask | Dry hair that needs softness and nourishment |
| Karite Anti-frizz Mask | Frizzy, unruly hair |
| No Yellow Mask | Neutralising yellow tones in blonde, grey and white hair |
| Argan Color Protective Mask | Coloured hair, to protect and extend colour |
| Miele Curl Defining Cream | Defining and controlling curls |
EVERYGreen and PRIME Hair Color Mask
EVERYGreen is Dikson's green-minded care and colour line, with salon-size shampoos for scalp and hair needs and its own cream peroxide. PRIME Hair Color Masks deposit colour while they condition, refreshing reds, violets, chocolates and blondes between services.


What are Dikson's technical treatments?
Dikson's technical system covers perming, neutralising and restructuring. Dikson calls these services "transformation tools" that redefine the structure of the hair.

- DIKSO Perm and DIKSO Neutral: universal perming lotion and neutraliser
- Structur Fort: the classic restructuring ampoule treatment, part of Dikson's timeless collection
- Setamyl: alkalinity ampoules used in technical services
- Chromatica Ritual 3: porosity equaliser spray for more even colour results
Which Dikson styling products are best sellers?

- Argabeta Styling: numbered styling products, from Volume Mousse 6 to Extra Strong Spray 14 and Thermo & Shine Spray 27
- Cristalli Fluid: the iconic shine fluid for glossy, polished ends
- Sutil: detangling leave-in conditioner spray
What do I need for a complete Dikson colour service?
Our webstore pairs every Dikson colour with the products that complete the service, so nothing is forgotten at checkout:

- Choose the shade of Dikson Color Extra and the OXY strength for the lift you need.
- Mix in a non-metal tint bowl and apply with a tint brush, wearing gloves.
- Use foil for highlights and keep lightener off the scalp.
- Finish with a PROMASTER Color Protective Mask and send the client home with matching care.
Why buy Dikson from Lime Light?
Lime Light sources Dikson Professional from Müster & Dikson in Italy and stocks the range in depth. With Dikson from Lime Light you also get:

- Range depth: more than 100 Color Extra shades plus OXY, DECO.DE, DIKSOPRIME, PROMASTER, EVERYGreen and Argabeta.
- Training: hands-on colour training in Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban. See the Education page on limelighthb.co.za.
- Nationwide branches: Lime Light Sandton and Boksburg, Hands Down Stikland and M5 Business Park in Cape Town, and Beautiquip Durban.
- Reps: a rep who helps you plan your colour bar, shade wall and reorders.
- Loyalty programme: ask your branch or rep about our loyalty programme.
- Promotions: watch for Dikson specials, such as tint and peroxide deals, on our Sale page.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Dikson made?
Dikson Professional is made in Italy by Müster & Dikson, based in Cerro Maggiore near Milan.
How old is Dikson?
Dikson Professional was founded in Milan in 1965, and celebrated 60 years in 2025.
What is Dikson Color Extra?
Dikson Color Extra is Dikson's permanent professional hair colour in 120ml tubes, with naturals, fashion shades, toners and correctors.
What developer do I use with Dikson colour?
Use Dikson OXY Cream Peroxide in 5, 10, 20, 30 or 40 volume, depending on the lift you need, and follow the mixing ratio on the pack.
What is the difference between Blu Hade and DIKSOBlonde?
Both are DECO.DE bleaching powders. Blu Hade lifts up to 7 tones and is enriched with keratin and argan oil; DIKSOBlonde lifts up to 9 tones and is enriched with keratin and wheat germ oil.
Which Dikson mask is best for blonde hair?
PROMASTER No Yellow Mask neutralises yellow tones. Pair it with a Dikson Color Toner after lightening.
What is DIKSOPRIME?
DIKSOPRIME is Dikson's professional hair-care treatment system for in-salon results that last at home, with Super Keratin, Super Argan and Super Discipline lines.
Is Dikson good value for salons?
Yes. Dikson positions its systems as professional quality made accessible, which helps salons protect the margin on colour services.
Where can I buy Dikson in South Africa?
Professionals can buy Dikson online at limelighthb.co.za with a trade account, at Lime Light branches nationwide, or through their rep.
Does Lime Light offer Dikson training?
Yes. Lime Light runs hands-on training in Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban. Contact your branch or the education team to book.
Start with Dikson at Lime Light
- Shop online: limelighthb.co.za, Hair Brands and Hair > Colouring
- Open a trade account: visit limelighthb.co.za, click Login / Register, fill in your details and we approve your account
- Book training: educationjhb@limelighthb.co.za, educationcpt@limelighthb.co.za or educationkzn@limelighthb.co.za
- Call us: 011 262 2451 | Email: online@limelighthb.co.za
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