Garnier Nutrisse Ultra Crème Permanent Hair Color — 61 Light Extra Ash Brown, 2‑Pack, 100% Gray Coverage & Nourishing Oil

Garnier Nutrisse Ultra Crème in 61 Light Extra Ash Brown is a permanent at‑home hair color kit that delivers 100% gray coverage and visibly shinier, nourished hair thanks to its snap‑and‑pour fruit oil ampoule.

This two‑pack contains everything needed for a full application or two touch‑ups: colorant, developer, oil ampoule, after‑color conditioner, gloves, and clear instructions. The formula is a non‑drip cream that works by infusing pigments into hair fibers while the exclusive combination of avocado, olive, coconut, argan, and shea oils helps condition strands during processing. Choose this shade when your current color is within about two shades of Light Extra Ash Brown for predictable, natural results.

How do I prepare and apply Garnier Nutrisse Ultra Crème for best results?

Start with dry, unstyled hair and read the enclosed instructions and safety precautions before mixing. The kit mixes three components—colorant, developer, and the fruit oil ampoule—so snap the ampoule and pour it into the mixture to activate the nourishing system.

• Mix colorant and developer thoroughly, then add the oil ampoule and shake to combine.
• Apply evenly to dry hair, saturating roots and working toward ends for uniform color.
• Leave on for about 30 minutes, then rinse and apply the included after‑color conditioner.
• One box typically covers short to medium hair; use two boxes for long, thick, or heavily gray hair.

Will this shade cover gray and how long will the color last?

Garnier Nutrisse Ultra Crème is formulated for full gray coverage and long‑lasting pigment retention. Expect up to eight weeks of vibrant color depending on hair porosity, washing routine, and exposure to sun or chlorine.

• Designed to deliver 100% gray coverage when used as directed.
• Color Boost Technology helps pigments bind to hair fibers for more durable color.
• Use color‑protecting shampoos and conditioners like Garnier Fructis Color Shield to extend results.

What are the nourishing benefits of the 5‑fruit oil ampoule, and will it weigh my hair down?

The snap‑and‑pour ampoule blends five plant oils to condition hair during the coloring process, so hair feels glossier and softer after rinsing rather than dry or stripped. The lightweight oils are formulated to penetrate and protect without leaving an oily residue when you follow the rinse and conditioner steps.

• Contains avocado, olive, coconut, argan, and shea oils to help lock in moisture.
• Leaves hair reported as up to 2X shinier and silkier versus uncolored hair in consumer testing.
• Rinse and apply the included after‑color conditioner to avoid any excess oiliness.

How do I choose the right number of boxes and shade match tips?

Assess length and gray coverage before purchasing: one box covers short to medium lengths and modest graying; two boxes are recommended for long (14+ inches), very thick, or heavily gray hair. For the most natural outcome, select a shade within two levels of your current hair color.

• One box: short to medium hair with light gray coverage needs.
• Two boxes: long, thick, or fully gray hair for complete saturation.
• Use the shade guide and consider strand testing if your hair has previous color treatments.

Who is this for: Garnier Nutrisse Ultra Crème 61 Light Extra Ash Brown is ideal for someone seeking a budget‑friendly, salon‑style permanent color at home with built‑in conditioning. It suits first‑time at‑home colorists, regular touch‑up users who want dependable gray coverage, and anyone who values extra nourishment during processing from plant‑based oils. Avoid if you need drastic lightening—this formula works best within a two‑shade change of your natural or current color.

Ingredients

COLORANT: 1183657 AQUA/WATER/EAU, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, DECETH-3, LAURETH-12, OLETH-30, AMMONIUM HYDROXIDE, LAURIC ACID, HEXADIMETHRINE CHLORIDE, GLYCOL DISTEARATE, P-PHENYLENEDIAMINE, POLYQUATERNIUM-22, ETHANOLAMINE, SILICA DIMETHYL SILYLATE, CI 77891/TITANIUM DIOXIDE, 2,4-DIAMINOPHENOXYETHANOL HCL, M-AMINOPHENOL, ASCORBIC ACID, TOCOPHEROL, SODIUM METABISULFITE, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL/SUNFLOWER SEED OIL, DIMETHICONE, PENTASODIUM PENTETATE, N,N-BIS(2-HYDROXYETHYL)-P-PHENYLENEDIAMINE SULFATE, PARFUM/FRAGRANCE, CARBOMER, RESORCINOL, ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS (ROSEMARY) EXTRACT, VITIS VINIFERA SEED OIL/GRAPE SEED OIL. F.I.L.# D179614/1 U.S. PATENT: 5,690,696 FRUIT OIL CONCENTRATE: 1028840 PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM/MINERAL OIL/HUILE MINERALE, VITIS VINIFERA SEED OIL/GRAPE SEED OIL, PARFUM/FRAGRANCE, TOCOPHEROL, ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS (ROSEMARY) EXTRACT. F.I.L.# D25829/5 RINSE-OUT CONDITIONER: 1100858 AQUA/WATER/EAU, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, ELAEIS GUINEENSIS OIL/PALM OIL, BEHENTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE, PYRUS MALUS EXTRACT/APPLE FRUIT EXTRACT, GLYCERIN, PARFUM/FRAGRANCE, ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL, STEARAMIDOPROPYL DIMETHYLAMINE, NIACINAMIDE, PYRIDOXINE HCL, BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII BUTTER/SHEA BUTTER, CITRIC ACID, OLEA EUROPAEA OIL/OLIVE FRUIT OIL, SACCHARUM OFFICINARUM EXTRACT/SUGAR CANE E X TRACT/E X TRAIT DE CANNE A SUCRE, BENZ YL ALCOHOL, CHLORHEXIDINE DIHYDROCHLORIDE, PERSEA GRATISSIMA OIL/AVOCADO OIL, RIBES NIGRUM OIL/BLACK CURRANT SEED OIL, LINALOOL, CITRUS MEDICA LIMONUM PEEL EXTRACT/LEMON PEEL EXTRACT, CI 19140/YELLOW 5, CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT, CI 15985/YELLOW 6. F.I.L.# D174455/2 DEVELOPER: 178914 U AQUA /WATER/ E AU, HYDROGEN PEROXIDE, CE TE ARYL ALCOHOL, TRIDECETH-2 CARBOXAMIDE MEA, CETEARETH-25, GLYCERIN, PENTASODIUM PENTETATE, SODIUM STANNATE, TETRASODIUM PYROPHOSPHATE, PHOSPHORIC ACID. F.I.L.# D12836/26