PHYTO Phytocolor Permanent Hair Color 5 Light Brown — Ammonia-Free, 100% Grey Coverage

PHYTO Phytocolor 5 Light Brown is a permanent, ammonia-free hair dye that delivers natural-looking light brown color with botanical pigments and claims 100% grey coverage in one application.

PHYTO Phytocolor combines concentrated plant-derived pigments with a gentle developer to produce bright, multi-dimensional color while minimizing harsh chemical odor. The kit, made in France, includes a coloring cream, milk developer, a color-protecting mask, gloves, and instructions for an at-home salon-style application. The formula is free of ammonia, PPD and resorcinol and is enriched with Monoi and Jojoba oils to add shine and soften hair fibers.

How does Phytocolor create bright, natural-looking light brown shades?

The shade is built from a high concentration of vegetable pigments sourced from five dye plants, designed to layer luminous reflections and depth. Botanical pigments aim to reproduce nuanced tones rather than flat color, producing a multidimensional finish.

• Plant pigment blend for richer tonal variation
• Developer calibrated for uniform lift and deposit
• Monoi and Jojoba oils add glossy reflections
• Finished look described as intense brilliance and bright reflections

Will this dye cover grey hair completely?

PHYTO states the formula covers 100% of grey hair from the first application when used according to instructions. Coverage depends on hair porosity, processing time and prior chemical services.

• Designed for full grey coverage in one application
• Process time up to 30 minutes for standard results
• Perform a 48-hour skin sensitivity test before use
• Follow included leaflet for best results

Is the product gentle on the scalp and hair quality?

The formula excludes ammonia, PPD and resorcinol, and incorporates a duo of lightweight oils to help protect hair surface and enhance shine. While gentler than some traditional permanent dyes, a sensitivity test is still recommended for those prone to reactions.

• Ammonia-free for reduced odor and scalp irritation risk
• Enriched with Monoi and Jojoba to nourish and soften hair
• Includes a color-protecting mask to support post-color care
• Made in France following PHYTO’s botanical haircare heritage

How easy is the at-home application and what’s included?

The kit is organized for single-session, salon-style application: mix the coloring cream with the milk developer, apply to hair, then use the included mask after rinsing. A pair of gloves and instructions are provided to guide a safe, even application.

• Contains coloring cream (1.69 fl. oz.) and milk developer (1.69 fl. oz.)
• Includes a 0.42 oz color-protecting mask and gloves
• Complete instructions leaflet for mixing and timing
• Typical processing time up to 30 minutes for finished color

Who is this for? PHYTO Phytocolor 5 Light Brown is suited for people seeking a permanent light brown shade with botanical pigment technology, particularly those who prefer ammonia-free, PPD-free formulas and value finished shine and multi-tonal depth. It’s a good match for first-time at-home colorists familiar with mixing developer and cream, and for anyone wanting full grey coverage while prioritizing gentler ingredients. If you have known dye allergies, perform the recommended 48-hour sensitivity test and consult a professional for personalized advice.

Ingredients

AQUA / WATER / EAU. CETEARYL ALCOHOL. PROPYLENE GLYCOL. ETHANOLAMINE. CETEARETH-25. CETETH-2. TOLUENE-2,5-DIAMINE SULFATE. PEG-2 RAPESEEDAMINE. PEG-4 RAPESEEDAMIDE. OXIDIZED CORN OIL. FRANGULA ALNUS BARK EXTRACT. RUBIA TINCTORUM ROOT EXTRACT. HAEMATOXYLON CAMPECHIANUM WOOD EXTRACT. COREOPSIS TINCTORIA FLOWER LEAF STEM EXTRACT. GENISTA TINCTORIA FLOWER LEAF STEM EXTRACT. SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS (JOJOBA) SEED OIL. COCOS NUCIFERA (COCONUT) OIL. ZIZYPHUS JOAZEIRO BARK EXTRACT. GARDENIA TAHITENSIS FLOWER. TOCOPHEROL. MALTODEXTRIN. PROPANEDIOL. 4-CHLORORESORCINOL. 2-AMINO-4-HYDROXYETHYLAMINOANISOLE SULFATE. PARFUM / FRAGRANCE. SODIUM SULFITE. N.N-BIS 2 .HYDROXYETHYL-P-PHENYLENEDIAMINE SULFATE. (HPPS) M-AMINOPHENOL. POLYQUATERNIUM-22. ASCORBIC ACID. SODIUM HYDROSULFITE. TETRASODIUM EDTA. 4-AMINO-2-HYDROXYTOLUENE. PHENYL METHYL PYRAZOLONE. 10016A.