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BEST I'VE TRIED SO FAR - 5N
Color: 5N Light Chestnut
Size: 1 Count (Pack of 1)
Grab your coffee, this is a long one! I've tried multiple brands and shade variations over the years, with the HERBATINT brand being my favorite so far (for color shade, color lasting and overall ingredient preferences). This color, 5N is the best shade for me. 5N's from other brands looked similar a
fter applying, however faded much faster (2.5 - 3 weeks) and gave a weird brassy look. This brand's color holds up pretty well until i get around to coloring it (6-8 weeks). My adult hair is medium brown with hairline gray, which was mostly gray in the past (more on that later...). New hair growth is mostly coming in as my adult medium brown color. My childhood hair was light-medium brown with some strawberry blonde mixed in, which is important to note because my hair picks up red tones regardless of the shade of brown I pick. I've tried the lights, mediums and darks and all pick up my red undertones. The color always looks different in the sun, shade and indoors. I judge what I like on how it looks indoors or in the shade. Photo #1 - taken inside in the bathroom, day after coloring. Photo #4 - taken outside in the sunlight, same day as photo #1, . --Photos 1 and 4 reflect coloring using 1/2 oz argan oil mixed into HERBATINT coloring (can still be applied using a brush)-- Photo #2 - taken outside in the shade, the day after coloring. Photo #3 - taken outside in sunlight, the day after coloring. --Photos 2 and 3 reflect using 1 oz argan oil mixed into HERBATINT coloring (must be applied using a bottle)-- Manipulating the color using Argan Oil... When I first tried this product it dried my hair out, feeling a bit coarse. I really liked the color result, so I decided to alter the formula by adding argan oil, which made a huge difference in how my hair felt after coloring. The more argan oil use, the lighter the color result. You can do an argan oil treatment the day before coloring and still get the moisturizing benefits when you color, but mixing in about 1/2 oz with the color makes it much easier to apply. Hair feels better afterwards too. After I apply color to the roots as instructed, I then thoroughly mix the argan oil into the coloring and apply, starting again at the roots and going all the way down. I've experimented using up to an ounce. As you can see in the photos, the amount of argan oil used changes the color depth. Using 1/2 oz argan, as in pics 1 and 4, definitely gives a deeper color, both indoors and out. Using 1 oz lightens it up quite a bit, but it's still a nice color. Graying... Many years ago I was very I'll. Among other issues, my hair began graying everywhere quickly and falling out fast, yet I was only in my 30's! Unusual hair loss and graying is considered a sign/symptom of something else. In my case it was poor gut health. After radically cleaning up my diet and lifestyle habits, my gut health began to improve, as did my skin health. New hair growth was mostly coming in as my normal adult color and hair loss was also normalizing. Remember, long hair coming out in the shower looks like a lot more hair than short hair does sitting in a clump on the drain top. Just get to know what's normal for you and you'll know if improvements are happening, regardless of what you're monitoring (hair loss, effects of dietary/lifestyle changes, supplement use, etc.). Scalp health, normalizing sebum... 100% Jojoba oil is something I began using as I cleaned up the chemicals and additives in my my skincare products. I used to apply it to my scalp every other night to normalize sebum production, which in turn normalizes overly dry or overly oily skin, which in turn affects premature graying and hair loss. Now that my sebum production is more normal, I use it once or twice a month on my scalp. Using jojoba all over my body after showing tremendously improved my dry skin, without being oily. Doing this after each showering... Adding a few drops of 100% pure peppermint essential oil to jojoba oil when applying to the scalp will energize the scalp, stimulating even more hair growth. Adding a few drops of 100% pure rosemary essential oil to the mix is even better. I do this at night, massaging it in with my fingertips on the scalp area. I use cotton sheets and the oil residue doesn't stain them. If not applying overnight, then leave on for at least an hour before showering. Depending on how much peppermint you use, you may feel a slight tingling on the scalp. The feeling will intensity when showering. I like it.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2023 by NutritionNut NutritionNut
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Covers grey,leaves hair soft,shiny,natural looking
Color: 4N Chestnut
Size: 1 Count (Pack of 1)
(the best way to apply the dye is using a bowl and brush. A set with different sizes of brushes that make it easier to color smaller areas,like behind the ears. In reading the bad reviews for this I can only think the person used it on oily hair,in which case the dye stuck to oil or other hair care p
roducts (sprays,gels,leave in conditioner,conditioner/product build up which coats the hair;or hair that was unwashed/oily("dirty"). ) Other bad reviews show the person doesn't understand the product and had heavy-chemical mass produced/commercial haircolor products expectations in mind. Other bad reviews indicate they didn't allow processing time. I have used this product for over 15 years,only doing the roots to cover grey/silver that comes with being past 40. My results have been very good. This product does not lighten hair,though colors 8N and above can lighten hair. The way to get a truly lighter shade result might be to remove the color from your hair first,using a dye remover or professional hair bleach and THEN applying the dye (and subsequently doing the same process to the roots to achieve a uniform hair color;) But contacting herbatint first on using the product that way is the only thing to do. They might be able to give a better answer or a more accurate answer. I do know THE ONLY way to dramatically change hair from a darker color to a blond is to bleach your hair first,or use a dye remover from a beauty supply house if you have dyed your hair,and THEN apply the blond shade. THIS will give a true blond color. I have done this process using a commercial grade hair color,way back around 1980. I used Clairol or something as my blond hair dye. A hair coloring bowl and brush is the best way to apply the dye. There are several to choose from with a wide range of prices. If quality is part of it I suppose the brushes could be a better quality,and some sets or kits have a choice of brush sizes or include hair clips to seperate hair into sections to see and dye the roots more easily. I think the clips are awkward,myself but having the hair sectioned into seperate areas has advantages and lets you apply the dye more quickly. Small pony tail bands might be better for fine hair,which is what I have. Leaving herbatint on for the full processing time is needed. If I have a larger area to cover,instead of taking the time with a larger application,which takes longer to apply,I will do it in two applications so I don't have to worry about dye being on my hair for longer than 40 minutes,with the dye last applied being in the 35 to 40 minute time frame. The processing time being too short will be another reason grey coverage was not achieved,along with the dye washing-off if the hair was oily or coated with other hair care products when it was used. The dye will stick to the gunk or oil on the hair. Instead of being on the strands of hair themselves,the dye instead is on hair care coatings or hair oil,all of which wash off,taking the dye right along with it. Also,the dye is DARKER on the hair after being applied. And the hair stays darker for about 2 weeks. If a chestnut or lighter color was used,the hair will look much darker than anticipated,for about 2 weeks,7 to 10 washings in 14 days. It DOES lose the heavy pigmentation and lighten up after normal washing,after about 2 weeks. Possibly my good results are because I don't use the dye,at all,on anything but the roots. I don't add color to hair that has already been colored at the roots. And my hair is very natural looking. And healthy looking. Also I periodically,6 to 10 times a year,use an undiluted straight foodgrade white vinegar rinse on my hair,which removes shampoo and conditioner residue from the hair. And so when I use the dye,my hair has minimal or no hair care products build up on it. (this is just using about 16 ozs white vinegar in a large bowl). Kneeling in the bath tub I put the top of my head in the bowl. Then I use a comb and plastic 1/2 cup measuring cup to scoop the vinegar onto my hair and pour it over my hair,combing it through with a detangling comb. The half cup measuring cup is an arbitrary thing. It was what I grabbed the first time I did this so I just stuck with it. After putting the vinegar on (starting with dry,not wet or freshly washed hair),I rinse it out,thoroughly,in the shower,and then wash and condition my hair . White vinegar is a GREAT soap scum buster and removes shampoo and conditioner build up on the hair. In recommending this I have to stress,DO NOT get vinegar in your eyes. It burns like crazy. I don't think it damages them but it feels like it could be doing damage,because it burns and stings. Being Very Careful and also keeping a wet cloth nearby to wipe across the area if or when some vinegar might get in is the thing to do. Also,undiluted vinegar on the skin,face neck,back,chest and shoulder area,causes an alarming reddening of the skin. This is temporary. For people with skin problems or skin conditions,asking doctor or looking up info online is important to see if you shouldn't use undiluted white vinegar. Also it shouldn't be used where sores or broken skin can be affected by it because it would sting and burn when it entered the wound or broken skin or the irritated skin if someone has a definite skin condition that is known or diagnosed. If skin reddening concerns you,put a teaspoonful of undiluted white vinegar on your shoulder or neck ;or just put it on the inside of your forearm where allergy patch-tests are most often recommended [it is only vinegar but there are a small percentage of people who have skin conditions that could make using it a bad idea,so my cautionary note is along the lines of "don't use or immerse blow dryer while you are in the bath tub". ] If the skin reddens then the redness goes away within 10 or 20 minutes,that is normal. If you have concerns,don't use it or consult your doctor or dermatologist first. Erring on the side of caution because certain people might be adversely affected using undiluted white vinegar. But for what it does,if it doesn't bother someone in what it does under normal circumstances,it certainly is effective and worthwhile to use. And so is the herbatint N series permanent hair dye. You get good results and grey coverage and the product meets expectations as long as you use it the way the directions say to use it and don't have unrealistic expectations when using it. This,the Normalizing Shampoo and also the Royal Cream Conditioner are vegan. Not all of the herbatint products are vegan but the permanent hair color and the shampoo and conditioner mentioned here are. I'm not sure if the temporary hair color gel is or not. Hope this helps. It is a good product and does what it says it does. If what you expect differs from the product description,consulting a licensed stylist or using a product that says it does what you expect it to do is the only solution. A product can't be blamed for mistakes the consumer made or if someone expected results this product makes no claim to achieve. I think I have bought this item at amazon at least one time. If not I assume the 'verified purchase' will not show up.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2017 by Vegan For Life ftp
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Gentle on hair, smells good, covers grey well
Color: 9DR Copperish Gold
Size: 1 Count (Pack of 1)
Herbatint covers grey-white better than other brands I've used, even those with ammonia. And since there is no ammonia in Herbatint it smells good and is gentle on my scalp. Gloves are included in the box. Before mixing I set down several layers of newspaper over the bathroom sink area, then use a sm
all glass bowl, first pouring in a small amount of the color gel, adding an equal amount of developer while stirring with a gloved finger. It should be gel-like so I add more color if it is too runny. It can be applied with a turkey baster brush, but I just use a folded damp paper towel to dip into the bowl and then apply to the head, being careful not to splash it on nearby things. I spread it all over my head asap to keep the color even. Then continue applying it pretty thick to make sure all the hair is getting colored. From the time I start to the time I finish is 10-15 minutes, then I wait another 5 minutes before showering. After rinsing out my hair, I also shampoo-and-rinse despite instructions to the contrary! The pictures on the boxes seem to be based on naturally dark hair. If you have grey-white and/or blonde hair, the color comes out lighter. But if your hair is between shades, go for the lighter shade anyway to make sure you don't have the "too dark" experience some of the reviewers mention. The 9DR makes me look like a natural blonde again, but since the back of my head is darker than the front I use the lighter 10DR on the back. These DR are the "copperish" colors, though on me you can't really see the copper, just a warm blonde color. (I've had fun trying out several other Herbatint blonde colors too.) PS re sensitive scalps: For my developer I use 3% drugstore peroxide, which equals "volume 10", instead of the Herbatint developer. Never tried theirs, so this is not a criticism, but have been doing this with all brands hair color for years to protect my hair from getting that dry "stripped" look that developers can produce. People with sensitive scalps might try this too, in case there is something in the developer which is irritating their scalp. Herbatint's developer does include the very lowest amount of peroxide (volume 10) per their Q&A page, so I doubt that the peroxide is the irritant, unless it is left on too long. (Even a low-volume peroxide can burn the scalp if left on too long.) Also consider shampooing as mentioned earlier, to remove any leftover stuff from the hair and scalp.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 9, 2023 by Mrs Oliphant fan
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Hands down, BEST box color. Try it!!
Color: 4N Chestnut
Size: 1 Count (Pack of 1)
I have 80% silver gray hair which was previously very dark brown. Almost all brown box colors, or colors that I mix with developer myself like at Sally's, always leave me with a golden red demarcation line at my new growth roots. Plus no matter what, the fade is terrible. It's always lackluster dry a
nd dull after just a about 2 weeks - aging hair... I tried this really just looking for something with a gel consistency which is how this is advertised. I was a little concerned at first because the green base of the color comes through during the processing, in the gel not my hair, but I figured I would just go with it and do what I had to do afterwards if I ended up with a green tint. I'm happy to report there was no green tint at all. The color was a tad darker than I was expecting. Did a root application, worked through to my previously dyed ends, stayed on the full 40 minutes as recommended for resistant gray. But after 1 wash it was absolutely lovely. No demarcation line whatsoever, no gold, no red, no orange, no brassiness, no fading, still has shine, still has consistent color. And no regrowth, meaning no fading, a full 3 weeks later, which is amazing to me. It truly is a wonderful product. I just bought all that the seller had left in stock. I know that I'm not going to be able to get my hands on it forever so I'm not taking any chances. This is exactly what I've been looking for for a long time. It sucks to have to dye your hair, I mean I don't have to, but I'm not ready to go gray, I'm not even 60 yet and I've been graying since I was in my thirties. I highly recommend this to the ladies whose hair wants to go brassy and really tired of the faded aging dyed look. evviva l'Italia!!
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Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2023 by S. McNeill
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So happy I found this product!!!
Color: 5R Light Copper Chestnut
Size: 1 Count (Pack of 1)
This permanent color is amazing! I was using Madison Reed but had to discontinue due to the cost and it was starting to itch and irritate my scalp. Herbatint is half the price, organic, and covers my resistant, stubborn gray hair! It covers so well and lasts well over a month. I am so satisfied and w
ill continue to use this product. I highly recommend it. I am using the 5R Light Copper Chesnut and it is a beautiful color.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 22, 2023 by Angel
Color: 6N Dark Blonde
Size: 1 Count (Pack of 1)
He sentido mucho mejor mi cabello con este tinte, ya que se estaba cayendo mucho. No cubre mis canas en su totalidad igual que algunos otros. Pero es mucho mejor en cuestión de cuidado.
Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2023 by Carolin
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Covers well but few things need to be noted..
Color: 3N Dark Chestnut
Size: 1 Count (Pack of 1)
Pros: There is not much of a smell, the liquids turn into a jelly like substance and it covers extremely well as in you don’t need a lot of product when applying. It covered my grays well. I used the whole box and I have hair a bit past my shoulders. Cons: when you wash it out, it feels EXTREMELY dry
and hard to run fingers through hair. The hair dye has a green tint to it which worried me as I’ve used a lot of dyes in my life and never seen that before. The conditioner included is a light type. Feels more watery but it does feel good once you rinse it out. I had to spray a leave in conditioner to brush the hair. It took me a lot longer to apply as it suggests do roots first leave on for 30 mins and then do rest of hair and leave in for 10 mins. That’s almost impossible if applying yourself. It also states if you want to cover gray hair, use a box that has a C, N or M on it. I used 4N and it covered well. Or mix what you got with one of those boxes. If you are blonde and have dry hair, I’d probably not use this bc it seems to dry the hair out. My hair is brown and I’ve been applying brown to my hair for a few years now and it used to be blonde.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2023 by Lauren McBride
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It's natural. I used years ago.but I
Color: 10DR Light Copperish Gold
Size: 1 Count (Pack of 1)
It's natural. I used a different color years ago.i decided I didn't like the color,and ordered regular dye from Amazon instead. Better color I would have used it.can I still return it.please advise.thank you so much.
Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2023 by Jacqueline R.
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Natural product and rich color
Color: 1N Black
Size: 2 Count (Pack of 1)
I am African American and it can be tricky to find products that work on our faceted hair. This product works great! I use the black color and it turns out very rich. Order 2 boxes if you are coloring your entire head. It doesn't run and has a gel consistency after mixing, so you won't look like Drac
ula after washing it out. Use a cotton pad and alcohol if it stains. It comes off pretty easy.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 12, 2023 by Tiffany W.
Color: White
Size: 8.79 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
This usually comes in a small package after coloring hair with Herbatint color! Made in Italy, gives your hair softness, shine and no snarls. Been using Herbatint since 1995! Now I can use conditioner too!!! Recommend only 2 times a week
Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2023 by karen signore
Color: 4N Chestnut
Size: 1 Count (Pack of 1)
Works well and great gray hair coverage. Thank you
Reviewed in the United States on September 7, 2023 by Aden
Color: 7M MAHOGANY BLONDE
Size: 1 Count (Pack of 1)
I love this brand
Reviewed in the United States on September 3, 2023 by Sharae Stephenson
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exellent product unless you're allergic
Color: 6N Dark Blonde
Size: 1 Count (Pack of 1)
Dark blond 6N went out light yellowish brown. My natural color is from medium to dark european brown. It covered my gray hair which I have only around my face, except some really thick hairs - they were only tinted. I should say normally I do not have allergy, but this hair color caused neck and uppe
r back irritation, red burning stripes, although I worn a t-shirt. Overall, I will purchase this product in the future because I found it easy to apply and it's ammonia free.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 16, 2023 by sundeath
Color: 4N Chestnut
Size: 1 Count (Pack of 1)
The color saturates very well. Takes many washes to wash out.
Reviewed in the United States on August 30, 2023 by Fawn
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Good quality, can cover white hair
Color: 4C Ash Chestnut
Size: 1 Count (Pack of 1)
Good quality, can cover white hair.
Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2023 by Yanmei
