Madison ReedRadiant Hair Color Kit | 2.5NNN Soft Black (Parma Black) 100% Maximum Gray Hair Coverage | Salon-Quality Permanent Hair Dye for Resistant Grays | PPD-Free & Ammonia-Free |1 Pack

Color is natural shade. Doesn’t hurt my hair like the other ones. Covers grey 100%. In a kit you get all u need shampoo, conditioner, gloves, cream, color, developer and plastic cap. I divide it and use it 2 times, for my roots. Great quality and easy to use.

The color came out vibrant and even, giving my hair a fresh, natural look without the harsh chemical smell I’m used to.Application was straightforward, and the formula felt gentle on my scalp. It didn’t cause any irritation or dryness, which is a big plus for me. The dye also lasts well, my color stayed and didn’t fade noticeably after several washes.

really liked this hair dye. The color came out rich and vibrant, exactly as shown on the box. The application was easy, the formula didn’t have a strong chemical smell, and it didn’t irritate my scalp. After washing, my hair felt soft and smooth, and the shine lasted for weeks. The color also held up well without fading too quickly. I’m very happy with the result and would definitely use it again.

I used Light Golden Red, &7NCG, Genova Red.On the package, the color looked like an exact match for my original hair color. (I have just enough grey, here & there throughout my hair, to want to cover it... for now, anyway. Vanity... right? lol )I fell in love with Madison Reed's packaging and the thoughtfulness shown in this very complete hair color kit. The messaging in it dazzled me, as well.Using the product, I didn't care for the smell of it, but it wasn't nearly as bad as some ammonia-based hair color products. So far, so good.In addition, I was impressed by how much hair color was included. Even with long, thick hair, I was able to cover everything from the roots to the very longest tips of my hair, and do so completely.The included shampoo and conditioner were both lavish and generous. Again, as someone with very thick hair, this was appreciated.But then, fresh from the shower, I looked in the mirror.Umm...It looked like the color coverage wasn't consistent. Not even close.Worse, when my hair was dry, the color at the top of my head was spectacular, but starting at about ear level, the color was much darker.Indoors, it looks almost black. On someone as fair-skinned as me, the effect was jarring. Suddenly, every freckle and laugh line seemed more obvious. This was NOT flattering.Oddly, the ends of my hair barely took any color at all. That was fine, because naturally colored hair is usually lighter (sun bleached) at the ends.In the accompanying photo, my head is tilted, so I'm looking up. You're seeing the top of my head as well as my back. Also, that picture was taken on a slightly overcast day, so the variations in color aren't due to extreme lighting. It looks far worse indoors, but I think the photo conveys the essense of the problem.Note: It's been a few years since I was a hair model, but I picked up a lot of hair coloring tips from the pros. So, I'm still mindful of the importance of coloring my hair thoroughly and consistently, and following package directions - to the letter - for the best results.In other words, it's not as if I smothered the top of my head with hair dye, and just loosely spread the rest of my hair with far lighter coverage.Likewise, I didn't douse the middle (now darkest) band of my hair with extra color, or omit coloring the ends, either.To me, it looks like this hair color should not be used on long, previously colored hair. I'd ask for a refund if I had anything to return to the seller, but - of course - I used the complete package. So, at best, that was a waste of $30.I'm going to wait a week so my hair has time to recover, and then I'll be using an "oops!" products to remove the Madison Reed hair color. Fingers crossed, it'll restore how my hair looked before using Madison Reed's hair color. (If that doesn't work, Plan B is to streak my hair with blonde. At worst, it'll look "artsy.")I'll agree that the Madison Reed hair color at the top of my head looks exactly as I'd hoped. It's very close to the color shown on the product's packaging.The probem is: The rest of my hair looks awful.If your hair is short - and, preferably, has never been colored before - you may love Madison Reed.For me, this was an extremely distressing experience.Fortunately, I work at home. This week, only my family will see my hair.If I go out, I'll wear a hat. Then, my hair will look oddly dark with almost blonde sun-bleaching at the ends. Short-term, I'm okay with that.I was tempted to give this product two stars because the packaging was a delight to read, and the included gloves, cap, shampoo, and conditioner were wonderful extras.However, I'm so disappointed by the product itself, I have to give this one star, and share my experience with others, so they don't make a similar mistake.

Product produces good results. Has some trouble covering grays/white hair, but that is indicated by manufacturer's warning, so that's on me. Color fades very well, looking natural as it wears and providing high and lowlights that help blend the variances. Have used 3x and will continue until I want a different color. Manufacturer uses way too much packaging, though--what a waste of cardboard and materials. They should also simplify their directions for quick review and label their main materials (mixers to color with) more clearly. I've been coloring my hair for a long time, and while I support the product as one of the better results, the manufacturer's communication and packaging needs an update. Doing so would reduce the cost somewhat, which is a little high for at-home materials.

It's worth the extra expense! First box color that didn't make hair look brassy and the ends of my hair look black. The finishing condition is so awesome. Leaves hair soft,shiny and in great condition!

Love the color and it felt like silk on my hair, easy to apply and the results turned out better than I thought, it’s a bit pricey but well worth it

First off you’re paying for marketing, not performance. For 3X the cost of say, Clairol Nice & Easy, you get the hair color and a tiny packet of one time use, shampoo and conditioner. (Clairol conditioner comes in a 5 use reclosable tube.)After using this hair color, my hair felt all rubbery and dry. I can see why they included shampoo in the box. You really want to wash this stuff out of your hair when the process is complete. There’s nothing special about either the shampoo or conditioner. You could just use your own.Color came out OK. Can’t say if it matches the picture on the box, because there isn’t one. Even leaving it on for the full 45 minutes, this stuff struggles to penetrate my grey roots. Not a good sign.How long does it last? Well, after just three weeks, the color has faded to about 2 shades lighter. It faded more on my roots and my hair still feels weird weeks after coloring. I washed it out when the time was up, so this isn’t a case of leaving it on beyond the recommended time.The verdict? Not worth $35 for such a poor performer. If you insist on this type of formulation, I would suggest Schwarzkopf Simply Color Hair Color for around $12. It lasts just as long, costs a third of the price and it doesn’t come a plain cardboard box that looks like you got it off of Temu in China.