This is a standard permanent hair dye formulation with a blend of oxidative dyes and a hydrogen peroxide developer. It incorporates several conditioning agents to help mitigate potential damage. However, the extensive list of fragrance components and the inherent nature of permanent hair dyes with their associated irritants and allergens necessitate careful consideration and patch testing, especially for individuals with sensitivities.
Scored for hair & scalp — based on what its ingredients contribute.
What it may help with
Whether it makes hair feel softer, smoother, or more manageable — emollients, silicones, cationic polymers, and oils.
From Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Sunflower Oil, Glycerin, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine
Whether it helps reduce frizz, flyaways, humidity effects, or rough hair appearance.
From Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Propanediol
Whether it helps preserve dyed color or reduce fading from washing, UV, heat, or oxidation.
From m-Aminophenol, 2-Methyl-5-Hydroxyethylaminophenol, 2-Amino-3-Hydroxypyridine, Citric Acid
Whether it increases gloss, light reflection, or a smoother-looking hair surface.
From Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Sunflower Oil, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Citric Acid
Whether it helps calm scalp discomfort — itching, redness, dryness, or irritation.
From Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Honey, Glycerin, Coco-Glucoside
Things to watch
Risk of allergic contact dermatitis or immune-based scalp reactions — fragrance, preservatives, hair dyes, and botanicals may score here.
From Citronellol, Toluene-2,5-Diamine, 2-Methyl-5-Hydroxyethylaminophenol, N,N-BIS(2-HYDROXYETHYL)-p-PHENYLENEDIAMINE SULFATE
Whether it can contribute to weakening, brittleness, or breakage — especially harsh treatments, strong oxidizers, relaxers, and high-pH systems.
From Hydrogen Peroxide
Risk of itching, burning, redness, dryness, or discomfort on the scalp.
From Hydrogen Peroxide, m-Aminophenol, Hydroxyethyl-3,4-Methylenedioxyaniline HCl, Toluene-2,5-Diamine
Whether it may make hair fibers feel dry, rough, brittle, or less flexible.
From Hydrogen Peroxide, Citric Acid
Whether it may clog follicles or cause scalp bumps in susceptible users — heavy occlusives, certain oils, or buildup-prone ingredients.
GOOD · 6
NEUTRAL · 15
CAUTION · 29
This product is a permanent hair dye, indicated by the presence of multiple oxidative dyes and a hydrogen peroxide developer. It also contains conditioning agents and emollients to mitigate potential damage during the coloring process.
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