L'Oreal Paris Excellence - 5 Natural Brown is a permanent hair dye designed for adults seeking up to 100% grey coverage and vibrant, long-lasting color. Its non-drop conditioning formula, enriched with pro-keratin, works to protect and replenish hair, leaving it soft and healthy-looking, though a patch test is always crucial before application to ensure no adverse reactions.
Up to 100% Grey Hair Coverage: Effectively conceals all grey hairs for a uniform, natural brown look.
Long-Lasting Colour: Provides vibrant, rich natural brown color that lasts for up to 8 weeks.
Pro-Keratin Enriched Formula: Helps to replenish and protect hair fibers during the coloring process, promoting healthier-looking hair.
Non-Drop Conditioning Cream: Ensures an easier, less messy application experience.
Leaves Hair Feeling Soft & Healthy: The conditioning formula contributes to a soft texture and a healthy appearance post-coloring.
Natural Brown Shade: Delivers a classic, versatile natural brown color (shade 5).
Excellent Grey Coverage: Reliably covers stubborn grey hairs completely.
Vibrant, Lasting Color: Delivers a rich natural brown shade that maintains its intensity for several weeks.
Protective Formula: The pro-keratin complex helps reduce damage and dryness during coloring.
Easy Application: Non-drop formula minimizes mess and simplifies the dyeing process.
Soft Hair Feel: Leaves hair conditioned and soft after use.
Allergy Risk: Like all permanent hair dyes, requires a 48-hour patch test to prevent allergic reactions.
Chemical Process: Involves chemicals that can be drying if aftercare is not followed diligently.
Color Consistency: Final color can vary slightly based on individual hair porosity, original hair color, and previous treatments.
Excellent Grey Coverage: Reliably covers stubborn grey hairs completely.
Vibrant, Lasting Color: Delivers a rich natural brown shade that maintains its intensity for several weeks.
Protective Formula: The pro-keratin complex helps reduce damage and dryness during coloring.
Easy Application: Non-drop formula minimizes mess and simplifies the dyeing process.
Soft Hair Feel: Leaves hair conditioned and soft after use.
Allergy Risk: Like all permanent hair dyes, requires a 48-hour patch test to prevent allergic reactions.
Chemical Process: Involves chemicals that can be drying if aftercare is not followed diligently.
Color Consistency: Final color can vary slightly based on individual hair porosity, original hair color, and previous treatments.
L'Oreal Paris Excellence - 5 Natural Brown is formulated to provide a salon-quality result at home. The non-drop conditioning cream makes application straightforward, allowing for even distribution across the hair. Users can expect up to 100% grey coverage, which is particularly beneficial for those with significant grey hair. The pro-keratin enriched formula actively works to strengthen and protect the hair structure during the coloring process, which means while you are changing your hair color, you are also providing it with a degree of care. This leads to hair feeling soft and looking healthy after coloring, rather than brittle or damaged.
The color itself, Natural Brown (shade 5), is designed to be rich and vibrant, offering a natural-looking finish. Its long-lasting properties mean the color can stay vibrant for up to 8 weeks, reducing the frequency of re-touching and making it a convenient option for maintaining your desired look. For optimal results, ensure your hair is dry and unwashed before application, as this can help the color take better and last longer. The protective pre-serum (if included in your kit) should be applied to fragile areas, like ends, before coloring.
Perform a Patch Test: 48 hours before each use, apply a small amount of product mixture to a cleansed skin area (e.g., behind the ear). Do not wash, cover, or touch. If you experience any reaction, do not use the product. This step is crucial.
Read Instructions: Thoroughly read the entire instruction leaflet provided in the box before beginning.
Preparation: Put on the gloves provided. Drape a towel over your shoulders to protect clothing. Have a timer ready.
Mixing: Mix the Developer and Colouring Cream as per the instructions in the kit. Shake well until fully blended.
Application: Apply the mixture to dry, unwashed hair, starting at the roots and working towards the ends. Ensure even saturation for consistent color.
Development Time: Leave the color on for the recommended time (usually 20-30 minutes, refer to instructions for exact timing).
Rinsing: Once development time is complete, rinse hair thoroughly with warm water until the water runs clear.
Conditioning: Apply the post-colour conditioner (Step 3) provided in the kit. Leave on for a few minutes, then rinse.
Age Group: Suitable for adults.
Hair Type: Compatible with most hair types (normal, dry, oily, fine, thick) but perform a strand test if unsure how color will take.
Previous Treatments: If you have recently permed, relaxed, or straightened your hair, wait at least two weeks before applying this hair dye.
Use Color-Safe Products: To maintain vibrancy and longevity, use shampoos and conditioners specifically designed for color-treated hair.
Limit Washing: Wash your hair less frequently, using cool or lukewarm water, to prevent premature fading.
Protect from Sun: Prolonged sun exposure can fade color. Consider using UV-protective hair products or wearing a hat.
Deep Conditioning: Incorporate a deep conditioning treatment once a week to keep hair hydrated and healthy, especially after chemical processing.