10 best professional hair dyes

Cosmetics and perfumery

Professional hair dye products, unlike universal (household) dyes, were originally intended exclusively for the work of an experienced hairdresser and rarely hit the shelves of retail mass-market cosmetics. Today the situation has changed a little, and now any woman can afford to acquire the necessary shade from a company specializing in the production of formulations for salon use.

What is the difference between professional paints and household paints and can they be used at home? Let's take a look at all the pros and cons of prof. dyes:

Hairdressing products do not initially contain hydrogen peroxide. An experienced colorist adds the right amount of oxidizing agent based on the specific structure, thickness and natural tone, as well as taking into account the color intensity that his client wants to receive as a result of coloring;
professional preparations contain a large number of care components - the presence of restoring complexes allows to reduce the negative effect of the process, keeping the hair healthier and "alive";
when using prof. color paints will be distributed over the strands more evenly and uniformly - this is facilitated by stabilizing reagents in the composition, which are aimed at reducing the reaction rate.

In addition, professional dyes are more persistent, do not have such a harsh "chemical" aroma as household dyes, and they can be mixed with each other to give the hair an unusual shade. The disadvantages of this type of beauty product can be called a very expensive cost, as well as a sufficient complexity in use, because the technology of salon dyeing requires certain knowledge and experience in the art of hairdressing, which only specialists possess.

We have prepared for you the TOP of the best and most popular professional hair dyes, dividing them by price categories, type and popularity. When compiling the rating, the following were taken into account:

the duration of the effect obtained;
variety of brand palette;
paint composition (including the content of natural elements);
reviews of hairdressers.

Best budget professional hair dyes

Almost every manufacturer of professional hair coloring products offers dyes for sale in three price segments. These are dyes of premium class, middle category and inexpensive products that meet all the declared quality standards, but at the same time have a cost slightly higher than that of household paints. We will introduce you to several, in our opinion, the best representatives of budget brands that will help change the female image without much material investment.

4 Estel Professional ESSEX

Estel Professional ESSEX is one of the most popular paints for professional use, which is most often requested by Russian customers in search engines. The domestic product is distinguished by its affordable cost and very decent quality. In addition, Estel products can be found not only in specialized stores, but also on the shelves of ordinary cosmetic departments.

Many women who have tried the paint of this brand, noted its ability to paint over gray hair with high quality, without overdrying the hair and adding volume and splendor to it. The disadvantages include not the longest effect of action (on average, the pigment stays on the strands for up to 3 weeks) and a very strong smell of ammonia. The rest of the product fully meets all the requirements - it evenly stains, does not irritate the scalp and has a large palette of shades. The Estel Professional ESSEX package includes only one tube of the substance, so you will need to purchase protective gloves and an oxidizer separately. The volume of the paint container is 60 ml.

3 Indola Professional Blonde Expert

Blonde Expert professional permanent dye is one of the products in the Indola Professional series and is designed specifically for blondes or those who only dream of a blonde hair color. The use of the product makes it possible to experience the modern integrated bonding technology, which is aimed at raising the natural base by 4-5 levels, while significantly reducing the risk of cuticle damage. The shades of the Highlift and Pastel lines are easy to use and help you choose the color that best suits your needs. The undoubted advantages of paint can also be attributed to the fact that it simultaneously brightens and tones.

Blonde Expert, like most similar beauty products, can cause allergies, therefore, before use, it is imperative to check the skin for the individual tolerance of the drug components. Despite all the efforts of the manufacturers, it is no secret that dyeing in blond does the maximum harm to the hair shaft, so blondes need to pay twice as much attention to the condition of their hair. Professional stylists recommend that after staining, apply the care suggestions of the same manufacturer, for example, the Indola Color Leave restoration mask.

2 Keen Color Cream

Persistent German cream-paint Keen Color Cream is able to perfectly emphasize the natural color scheme or completely change the image, coloring the curls in an unusual, bright shade. All colors presented in the professional series are correctly mixed with each other, so any fashionista will be able to choose exactly the tone that ideally suits her preferences and matches the features of her appearance.

Hairdressers often use Keen Color Cream in their work, noting excellent color pigmentation, resistance to fading and washout (up to 2 months), the presence of natural ingredients (milk proteins) in the composition, and the ability to use it for intensive toning (with the addition of an oxidizing agent 1 ,nine%). The paint is sold in large tubes of 100 ml, which will especially delight the owners of long curls, because standard size bottles may not be enough for their uniform staining. Judging by the reviews, most of the customers are satisfied with this product. In some comments, you can find remarks about the difficulty of removing pigment from open skin areas, so you should be especially careful when applying.

1 Kapous Professional

The products of the Russian brand Kapous have proven themselves both in salon dyeing and in home use. The professional line includes more than 100 shades, contains a minimum amount of ammonia, is very gentle, but at the same time effectively dyes hair from roots to ends. Despite the fact that it is the cheapest dye in our rating, according to the reviews of hairdressers, Kapous Professional is one of the best in its category.

The paint has a thick consistency, which, after mixing with the oxide, takes on a softer, creamy texture. It does not flow, it is easily applied and spreads over the curls. After application, the hair remains smooth and shiny, with a slight lamination effect. From natural ingredients, the manufacturer indicated the presence of ginseng extract and rice proteins. Thanks to these components, no negative consequences in the form of split ends or dehydration after using the product are observed. The color is washed off gradually, without leaving spots and bald spots. Average durability is up to 6-8 weeks.

The best professional hair dyes with ammonia

The presence of ammonia (or ammonium) in the composition is intended to "loosen" the hair body, allowing the color pigment to penetrate the scaly layer as efficiently as possible. Such paints guarantee a more lasting effect, they paint over gray hair more thoroughly, however, they also have a number of disadvantages in the form of a possible skin burn or irritation of the mucous membrane.If you do not have an allergic reaction to ammonia and you plan to dye your hair no more than once every 2 months, we suggest that you get acquainted with the TOP of the best professional long-lasting paints.

3 Farmavita Life Color Plus Professional

Life Color Plus from the Italian brand Farmavita is a permanent coloring cream based on advanced technology designed to minimize the harmful effects of ammonia without losing color intensity. For these purposes, the developers have added to the composition of the oligopeptides of the fruit Vertholetia Excelsa (Brazilian nut), which are able to penetrate into the hair cuticle and create a protective film on the scalp. Thanks to this process, the epidermis suffers less from chemical processing, which means that the risk of irritation and inflammation of the skin is reduced. In addition, in the manufacture of paint, a pigment with a high degree of dispersion is used, which makes it possible to reduce the total amount of harmful substances.

The range of colors consists of 110 wonderful shades. When staining gray hair, the manufacturer promises up to 100% coverage. After the procedure, the hair remains light, alive, does not get tangled and is easy to comb. The drug is sold in brightly decorated tubes with the indication of the tone number. Apparently, in order to save money, the manufacturer printed the instructions for use not on a separate sheet, but inside the cardboard package, which immediately reduced the convenience of using the product. Due to this small flaw, we cannot assign Life Color Plus the status of the best, although it is the most gentle paint in our rating.

2 Lisap LK Anti-Age Creamcolor

Another representative of the Italian beauty industry participating in our TOP is Lisap LK Anti-Age Creamcolor for dyeing gray hair. The drug is developed taking into account age-related changes, due to which women's curls become less elastic, more exposed to dryness, thinner and lose the ability to full-fledged coloring. Lisap paint can not only visually improve the look of the hairstyle, but also help to cope with this unpleasant situation. The proprietary PHYTO-ENHANCER system provides deep penetration of the active substance even into the most resistant fibers, as a result of which the coloring pigment completely covers gray hair, and provides a long-lasting and long-lasting effect.

The product has a creamy texture, combines well with an oxidizing agent, is quickly washed off the skin and does not cause a burning sensation in the process. It contains shea butter, jojoba and coconut oil. The palette consists of 16 series, 113 shades and 7 mixtons. The paint is sold in tubes of 100, 75 and 60 ml.

1 Wella Professionals Illumina Color

Professionals Illumina Color is a premium quality cosmetics that combines amazing long-lasting effect with the most gentle action. This drug was developed based on the latest scientific advances, and as a result, Wella has released a super long-lasting dye that can give shine and inner shine even to strands with injured structure. The patented Microlight technology protects the fibers, nourishes the hair and maintains the optimal moisture balance necessary for its healthy appearance and proper growth.

Users have noticed that if you apply Illumina Color in strict accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations, then even when dyeing in one tone, you can achieve a chic lamination effect, which will give your hair a well-groomed and noble shine like after visiting the most expensive salon. The dye is diluted with oxide in a 1-to-1 ratio, the recommended holding time is from 30 to 40 minutes. The volume of one bottle is 60 ml.

The dye stays on the hair for up to 2 months, gradually reducing the intensity of pigmentation, but leaving behind a uniform coverage and a pleasant sensation of delicate care. For such a set of positive characteristics, Illumina Color from Wella deserves to be called the best in a series of professional products that can be successfully used at home.

The best ammonia-free hair dyes

Ammonia-free paints are classified as semi-permanent - they do not penetrate deep into the hair, but simply envelop it, thereby protecting the curls from the harmful effects of chemicals, preserving their structure, health and naturalness. The main disadvantage of such dyes is their rather short-term effect. After 3-4 weeks, you will need to repeat the dyeing procedure again, since by this time the color pigment will be almost completely washed off from your hairstyle.

3 Matrix Color Sync

The preparations of the American brand Matrix can be found in almost all salons of our country, since a large number of various professional products for hair care are produced under the brand of this company. Color Sync creamy ammonia-free paint contains an optimal amount of ceramides, allowing to restore damaged areas, filling the porosity and making the structure of the hair shaft silky and uniform. This is the best coloring option for girls whose curls are thin or damaged, since in addition to a complex of natural lipids, the composition of the product is additionally enriched with nutrients and protective substances. The dye is excellent for creating new shades on natural hair and can be used for color correction on pigmented hair.

Using Color Sync will help blonde girls diversify their look by obtaining a lasting shade on previously discolored or lightened strands. In combination with other paints of this manufacturer, you can make toning of any color scheme, giving the hairstyle a glossy brightness and attractiveness. Recommended for use with Color Sync Activator Cream. The volume of the product is 90 ml.

2 Schwarzkopf Professional Igora Royal

This mild, ammonia-free permanent dye, produced using the exclusive Schwarzkopf technology, is an innovative product that can dramatically change hair color and restore lipid balance during coloring. The paint contains a large number of natural ingredients designed to intensively moisturize, nourish and protect hair from external factors. The combination of environmentally friendly grape oil extract, moringa seed micro-proteins, silica and biotin inhibits the aging process and makes hair firmer and stronger.

According to hairdressers, Igora Royal fits well and does not spread during application, does not dry out the scalp, does not cause allergies and guarantees the desired shade. Especially appreciated this development by girls with a light color type - when repainting light brown hair in blond, the paint does not turn yellow and has excellent pigmentation. With this ammonia-free dye, you can achieve a lightening of 4 tones. The product has a pleasant floral aroma and is available in 60 ml tubes.

1 L'Oreal Professionnel Diarichesse

Diarichesse paint from the legendary French company L'Oreal has received the most positive reviews from both the aces of hairdressing and from ordinary women who dyed themselves. With this alkaline tone-on-tone dye, you can easily get rid of the first gray hair and give natural hair a richer natural shade with a pleasant shine, noticeable even on an initially dark base. The well-thought-out formula allows you to lighten up to 1.5 and darken as much as possible up to 4 tones. The coating fits perfectly on previously colored strands, does not leave the impression of regrown roots and is suitable for treating particularly sensitive and damaged curls.

The L'Oreal Professionnel Diarichesse palette contains a large selection of milky, ash, beige, brown, red, plum and copper colors in warm and cold shades, which are constantly updated and replenished with new ones. The paint is not washed off for a long time, since the pigments penetrate deep into the hair and appear from the inside, fixing the effect produced for a long time. The volume of the tube is 50 ml.