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Small aluminium tube with screw cap, dark brown-red label, 2oz hair colour cream

Schwarzkopf

Schwarzkopf Essensity 4-88 Medium Brown Red Extra ammonia-free permanent hair colour 2oz

SKU CH-5RC1-ZGC9P

Ammonia-free permanent colour delivers up to 100% grey coverage with 90% naturally derived ingredients and UV protection

  • TypeHair Color
  • For Treatment OfNormal Hair
  • ColorMulti-Color
  • GenderAdult
  • AgeAdult
  • EcologicalHomeopathic
  • Ammonia-free formula protects hair structure during colouring
  • Over 90% naturally derived ingredients for gentler application
  • Up to 100% grey and white coverage achieved
  • Fade-resistant colour with UV protection and shine
  • Mixes in half the time of other brands

Ammonia-free permanent colour 4-88

Schwarzkopf Essensity 4-88 Medium Brown Red Extra is an ammonia-free permanent hair colour for adults with normal hair. It delivers up to 100% gray and white coverage with more than 90% naturally derived ingredients. The oil-in-cream formula stabilises the hair structure during processing for long-lasting colour and natural shine.

1:1 mixing ratio with activating lotion

The colour must be mixed in a 1:1 ratio with Schwarzkopf Essensity Activating Lotion, which is sold separately. Choose 2.5%, 5.5%, 8.5% or 11.5% lotion depending on whether you are colouring darker, tone-on-tone, 1-2 tones lighter or 2-3 tones lighter. The mixture develops in 30 to 45 minutes on dry hair and mixes twice as fast as other brands.

Check activating lotion strength before ordering

Verify which percentage of Essensity Activating Lotion matches your desired lift and current hair level, as the correct strength is essential for the intended result. Buyers who want a complete kit with lotion included or who prefer a no-mix application should consider a different format. Ensure you have a non-metallic bowl and brush for the 1:1 mixture.

Highlights

  • Ammonia-free formula protects hair structure during colouring
  • Over 90% naturally derived ingredients for gentler application
  • Up to 100% grey and white coverage achieved
  • Fade-resistant colour with UV protection and shine
  • Mixes in half the time of other brands

Specifications

BrandDial
TypeHair Color
For Treatment OfNormal Hair
ColorMulti-Color
GenderAdult
AgeAdult
EcologicalHomeopathic

Questions about this item

Will I need to buy a separate developer lotion for future touch-ups?

Yes, each application requires Schwarzkopf ESSENSITY Activating Lotion mixed 1:1 with the colour cream; choose 2.5%, 5.5%, 8.5% or 11.5% strength depending on the lift you want.

What limits how many levels lighter I can go in one session?

The formula provides up to 4 levels of lift; the developer strength you select (2.5% to 11.5%) determines the exact result.

Does the colour cream itself have a strong smell or generate heat while processing?

The ammonia-free oil-in-cream formula is designed for low odour and no added heat; development runs 30 to 45 minutes at room temperature.

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