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L'Oreal Paris Excellence Creme Permanent Hair Color, 4 Dark Brown, 100 percent Gray Coverage Hair Dye, Pack of 1
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Color | 4 Dark Brown |
Package Information | Tub or Jar |
Product Benefits | Provides 100% gray coverage, especially on stubborn grays, and nourishes hair for all types |
Brand | L'Oreal Paris |
Item Form | CREAM |
About this item
- Gray Coverage Hair Color With Triple Protection: No hair color cares more than Excellence Crème; With our triple protection system that seals, replenishes and conditions, plus 100 percent gray coverage even on stubborn grays.
- Excellence In Hair Protection: Our weekly conditioning treatment with collagen helps protect hair until your next appointment for long lasting rich color; For 100 percent gray coverage and gorgeous root-to-tip color.
- L'Oreal Permanent Hair Color: L'Oreal Paris Hair Color comes in multiple formulations and styles to deliver long-lasting color, from fade-defying Superior Preference, to bold, stylish Feria, and gray-coverage from Excellence Crème
- Long Lasting Hair Color: Get beautiful color from root-to-tip with L'Oréal Paris hair color, permanent, semi-permanent, and root touch up kits; Cover gray hair, highlight, go bold with bright color, or even try an ombre hair color
- L'Oreal Paris Innovation: We are a total beauty care company that combines the latest in technology with the highest in quality for the ultimate in hair color, hair care, hair style, skin care and cosmetics
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100% Gray Coverage | Benefit | Long Lasting Color |
Creme | Format | Liquid Gel |
Permanent | Permanency | Permanent |
Flawless Roots | Result | Blends Away Gray |
100% Gray Coverage | Benefit | Conceal Grey Roots |
Creme | Format | Creme |
Permanent | Permanency | Permanent |
Flawless Roots | Result | Blended Roots |
100% Gray Coverage | Benefit | Use Between Coloring |
Creme | Format | Liquid Gel |
Permanent | Permanency | Permanent |
Flawless Roots | Result | Blended Roots |
100% Gray Coverage | Benefit | Use Between Coloring |
Creme | Format | Aerosol Spray |
Permanent | Permanency | Temporary |
Flawless Roots | Result | Flawless Roots |
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What’s new with Excellence? What’s the same?
We’ve replaced the pre-color treatment with a new salon inspired after color shampoo that cleanses the scalp and hair of excess residue. We have some new models on the front of box but don’t worry, your shade & color is the same you’ve always known!
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Does this get darker the longer you leave it on?
For the L'Oreal Excellence Creme, the longer the product is on to process the darker the result will be because it continues to deposit color
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What do you recommend if I don't like the smell of my hair after I color it?
You can care for your hair afterwards with L'Oreal EverPure Shampoo & Conditioner. These products are sulfate free and help protect the hair color from fading.
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My gray is beginning to be more stubborn and I need to color more often. Is it safe to use every three weeks?
We suggest coloring every 4 weeks or you may use our temporary spray Magic Root Cover Up in between applications.
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Does this product contain bleach?
The L'Oreal Excellence Creme Hair Color is not a bleach. The product contains ammonia and peroxide but not bleach. If a product contains bleach, there will be packets of bleaching powder in the product.
Product Description
Your Excellence just got better. Introducing the New Triple Care Color routine that deeply cares for your hair, and with 100% gray hair coverage for all hair types, even on stubborn grays. The color creme is formulated with Pro-Keratine complex that protects as it colors. The new salon inspired after color shampoo is formulated specifically to be used right after rinsing out your Excellence coloring mix. It delicately cleanses the scalp and hair of excess residue. Smoothes the hair to reveal rich, radiant color. This hair dye kit is available in a color palette ranging from Ash Blonde to Chocolate Brown to Jet Black. No permanent hair color protects better or covers grays better (vs each leading competitor's top selling brand).
Product details
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Product Dimensions : 2.8 x 3.6 x 6.6 inches; 3.53 ounces
- Item model number : U-HC-3484
- UPC : 071249210529
- Manufacturer : L'Oreal Paris
- ASIN : B004INIW1Y
- Country of Origin : USA
- Best Sellers Rank: #63 in Beauty & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Beauty & Personal Care)
- #1 in Hair Color
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form | CREAM | Cream | Cream | Gel | Cream | Cream |
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Important: Haircolor and bleaches contain ingredients which may cause allergic and/or other types of reactions. A skin allergy test is required 48 hours before each use of a haircolor product. Bleaches contain persulfates. Bleaches and high-lift haircolor shades cannot be used on relaxed hair; for other haircolor shades, wait at least 14 days after bleaching, relaxing or perming before coloring. This is a safety summary. Read all product labeling and instructions completely prior to use.
Ingredients
1206862 - Ingredients: Aqua / Water / Eau, Cetearyl Alcohol, Propylene Glycol, Deceth-3, Laureth-12, Ammonium Hydroxide, Oleth-30, Hexadimethrine Chloride, Lauric Acid, Glycol Distearate, Polyquaternium-22, Ethanolamine, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Resorcinol, P-Phenylenediamine, Parfum / Fragrance, Sodium Metabisulfite, Carbomer, Ascorbic Acid, Edta, Ci 77891 / Titanium Dioxide, M-Aminophenol, 2,4-Diaminophenoxyethanol Hcl, Threonine, Proline, Hydroxybenzomorpholine, Dimethicone Fil D210478/4. 1152439 - Ingredients: Aqua / Water / Eau, Hydrogen Peroxide, Cetearyl Alcohol, Trideceth-2 Carboxamide Mea, Ceteareth-25, Glycerin, Phosphoric Acid, Tetrasodium Etidronate, Tetrasodium Pyrophosphate, Sodium Salicylate Fil D209745/14. 1217017 C - Ingredients: Aqua / Water / Eau, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Dimethicone, Sodium Chloride, Parfum / Fragrance, Citric Acid, Hexylene Glycol, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Hydroxide, Amodimethicone, Carbomer, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Trideceth-10, Glycerin, Salicylic Acid, Glycol Distearate, Mica, Linalool, Hexyl Cinnamal, Peg-100 Stearate, Steareth-6, Phenoxyethanol, Isoeugenol, Coco-Betaine, Trideceth-3, Ci 77891 / Titanium Dioxide, Benzyl Alcohol, Acetic Acid, Fumaric Acid Fil T291070/1. 1177657 C - Ingredients: Aqua / Water / Eau, Amodimethicone, Stearyl Alcohol, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Isopropyl Myristate, Behentrimonium Chloride, Cetyl Alcohol, Parfum / Fragrance, Phenoxyethanol, Trideceth-5, Isopropyl Alcohol, Trideceth-6, Glycerin, Peg-150 Distearate, Caprylyl Glycol, Panthenol, Trideceth-10, Linalool, Cetrimonium Chloride, Hexyl Cinnamal, Isoeugenol, Acetic Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, 2-Oleamido-1,3-Octadecanediol, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Propylene Glycol, Soluble Collagen, Trisodium Edta, Potassium Sorbate Fil T236810/2
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- Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2025Size: 1 Count (Pack of 1)Color: 6A Light Ash BrownVerified PurchaseThis dye matched my hair PERFECTLY. I had bleached 2 sections of my hair, and it turned out horrible, and all the brown shades ive see have a reddish tinge which I didn’t want. I found this dye, tried it, and it matches my hair color perfectly and my hair feels healthy! Also having curly hair, I was a bit cautious because curly hair can get damaged very easily, but that was not the case here. I 100% recommend!! Down below is a before and after.
5.0 out of 5 starsThis dye matched my hair PERFECTLY. I had bleached 2 sections of my hair, and it turned out horrible, and all the brown shades ive see have a reddish tinge which I didn’t want. I found this dye, tried it, and it matches my hair color perfectly and my hair feels healthy! Also having curly hair, I was a bit cautious because curly hair can get damaged very easily, but that was not the case here. I 100% recommend!! Down below is a before and after.This stuff is like magic 100% recommend
Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2025
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- Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2025Size: 1 Count (Pack of 1)Color: 9 Light Natural BlondeVerified PurchaseGreat color for my now totally white and pigment free hair. I tried another color recently but it did nothing to add a little blonde to my hair color. This one worked great! It took white hair to a kind of platinum with a hint of warmth. I know most people want the yellow tinge out of their silver hair, but those of us who have warm toned complexions and had gold in their blonde hair over their lifetimes know that white and silver just make us look much older! I followed the directions and this actually did cover all white with a warmer light gold version of older thin and vanishing hair!
- Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2025Size: 1 Count (Pack of 1)Color: 1 BlackVerified PurchaseI have been coloring my hair at home for some time now due to cost. This color was recommended to me by a family member and it is the best DIY hair color I’ve used so far! It completely covers my grays. Also the comb that is included makes it so easy and less messy. The gloves are also a decent quality. I have med-dark brown hair with grays and my hair is past my shoulders so one box does the trick! My hair comes out super shiny. Be sure to use the included shampoo and conditioner.
5.0 out of 5 starsI have been coloring my hair at home for some time now due to cost. This color was recommended to me by a family member and it is the best DIY hair color I’ve used so far! It completely covers my grays. Also the comb that is included makes it so easy and less messy. The gloves are also a decent quality. I have med-dark brown hair with grays and my hair is past my shoulders so one box does the trick! My hair comes out super shiny. Be sure to use the included shampoo and conditioner.Great DIY hair color!
Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2025
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- Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2025Size: 1 Count (Pack of 1)Color: 02 Extra Light Natural BlondeVerified PurchaseMy hair used to be blonde with a red tint. Growing older, my hair seems to get browner and browner every year. I always dye my hair a reddish blonde (something close to what it used to be) but wanted something different this time. I wanted a change. This was easy to apply, didn’t smell bad and such BUT my hair turned out strawberry blonde! Not blond blonde like it shows! Idk if it’s something I did, if it’s just my hair or what. My hair doesn’t look bad….just looks the same and I wanted blonde! No one even noticed I dyed my hair!
- Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2025Size: 2 Count (Pack of 1)Color: 5AR Medium Maple BrownVerified PurchaseColor is great! The conditioner needs to be sold in gallons separately….I am obsessed! I have VERY thick coarse hair and the brush slid through my hair like butter. Only thing is the scent of the conditioner (it’s not very appealing) but I will take the scent to have hair so silky and easy to brush!!!
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Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2025Size: 1 Count (Pack of 1)Color: 02 Extra Light Natural BlondeVerified PurchaseMuy bueno lo compré para mi mamá que tiene el pelo cano, y realmente le quedó un tono parejo y no cambio tanto su color, justo lo que ella quería
- Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2025Size: 1 Count (Pack of 1)Color: 6G Light Golden BrownVerified PurchaseFor the money and lasting power, I think this is a great product. I have been using it for years--dyeing my hair in the garage--and I am a fan.
- Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2025Size: 1 Count (Pack of 1)Color: 6G Light Golden BrownVerified PurchaseOMG best color I've used ever. And great grey coverage. My hair doesn't take too color well but I'm super impressed with this one. If you have stubborn grey, try this hair color. Thank you!!!!
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- ElinorReviewed in Japan on November 2, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Worked well
Size: 1 Count (Pack of 1)Color: 9A Light Ash BlondeVerified PurchaseIt arrived a little after the expected delivery date. But the seller sent a message ahead of time that it is possible to happen. But offered help if it was necessary. It was packed safely and well.
The item worked well on dark blonde hair.
ElinorWorked well
Reviewed in Japan on November 2, 2024
The item worked well on dark blonde hair.
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- PlaceholderReviewed in India on December 9, 2019
3.0 out of 5 stars Colour doesn't match with the one shown in the cover
Size: 1 Count (Pack of 1)Color: 5 Medium BrownVerified PurchaseIt's not light brown in colour.
- Jenna BenfieldReviewed in the United Kingdom on November 4, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Top Hair dye
Size: 1 Count (Pack of 1)Color: 6A Light Ash BrownVerified PurchaseI ordered 4 boxes & they came late, i was disheartened, however when they came i was very surprised, it covered my copper hair dye and looks and feels great, no runs or mess in the bathroom and i only needed to use 2 boxes this time so coverage is great, i hated the smell while applying, but it soon go's when you wash and the shampoo an conditioner is very refreshing, my hair is glossy and healthy, my new go to hair dye for sure.
Jenna BenfieldTop Hair dye
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 4, 2024
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- Fae AustinReviewed in the United Kingdom on January 14, 2025
2.0 out of 5 stars Arrived without gloves
Size: 1 Count (Pack of 1)Color: 4 Dark BrownVerified PurchaseI haven’t used the product yet as it didn’t come with any gloves which was frustrating.
- Jen W.Reviewed in Canada on May 24, 2021
5.0 out of 5 stars First time user
Size: 1 Count (Pack of 1)Color: 8.5A Champagne BlondeVerified PurchaseAfter decades of going to hair salons, I decided, during the current lockdown, to colour my own hair. Champagne BLond is terrific and I did a fairly good job of it, if I may so myself. The only problem I ran into was the underside of the back of my head but it actually turned out looking quite natural despite that mistake! My hair was already highlighted over my own base colour but the colour still turned out even and true and so far, not too brassy. The real test will be how long it actually lasts....We shall see.
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