{"product_id":"clairol-colorstrong-permanent-hair-dye-2-8-blue-black-desert-nights-ammonia-free-100-gray-coverage-with-bonding-system","title":"Clairol ColorStrong Permanent Hair Dye 2.8 Blue Black (Desert Nights) — Ammonia‑Free, 100% Gray Coverage with Bonding System","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClairol ColorStrong Permanent Hair Dye in 2.8 Blue Black (Desert Nights) is an ammonia‑free, PPD‑free permanent color kit that delivers rich, multidimensional blue‑black color while reinforcing hair with a bonding system.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis all‑in‑one at‑home color kit combines a bonding primer, permanent color cream with activator, and a finishing bonding treatment—each step formulated with AHA—to help preserve hair structure while delivering full gray coverage without ammonia. The Desert Nights shade is designed to create deep blue‑black tones with reflective dimension for a glossy, layered look that resists flatness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Color + Bonding system protect hair during coloring?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe three‑step system uses an AHA‑infused primer, the permanent coloring stage, and a bonding treatment to support hair integrity through processing. Rather than adding harsh ammonia, the formula focuses on rebuilding and sealing the hair’s internal networks so color sits evenly and looks luminous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBonding Primer (AHA) preps and evens hair’s internal surface for more consistent color uptake.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePermanent Color Cream contains reflective pigments and AHA to deposit rich multidimensional tones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBonding Treatment (AHA) seals the color and reinforces the internal structure for smoother feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill this give 100% gray coverage and what should I expect from the Desert Nights shade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe formula is designed to cover gray fully, creating uniform depth across the hair strand. Desert Nights (2.8 Blue Black) produces a deep base with cool blue‑black highlights that catch light for a subtle, multi‑tonal finish rather than a flat, single‑tone result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGuaranteed full gray coverage when used as directed in one application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlue‑black pigments provide cool dimension under natural and artificial light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for achieving a striking, long‑lasting dark color with reflective shine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this product safe for sensitive scalps and what ingredients are avoided?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClairol ColorStrong avoids ammonia, parabens, PPD and PTD in its formulation to reduce exposure to those specific ingredients. However, anyone with a known allergy to PPD\/PTD or other hair dye components should not use the product and should perform the included patch test to check for reactions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFree from ammonia, parabens, PPD and PTD in formulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes an instruction leaflet with patch‑test guidance to help identify sensitivities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDo not use if you have a known PPD\/PTD allergy—severe reactions can still occur.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat comes in the kit and how easy is it to use at home?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit contains the full sequence to color and reinforce hair: a Bonding Primer, Permanent Color Cream, Activator, Bonding Treatment, gloves and detailed instructions. The system is designed for at‑home use with step‑by‑step guidance so you can achieve professional‑looking results without extra products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncluded: Bonding Primer (AHA), Permanent Color Cream, Activator, Bonding Treatment (AHA), gloves, instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSimple three‑step process: prime, color with activator, then finish with the bonding treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOne kit is generally suitable for a single full‑head application depending on hair length and thickness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho this is for: Clairol ColorStrong Desert Nights is aimed at people seeking a deep blue‑black permanent color with complete gray coverage and an emphasis on hair reinforcement. It suits home colorists who prefer ammonia‑free formulas, want multidimensional color rather than flat dye, and those who follow product safety directions including the recommended patch test. Avoid if you have known PPD\/PTD allergies or other dye sensitivities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBONDING PRIMER: AQUA\/WATER\/EAU, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, HYDROXYETHYLCELLULOSE, QUATERNIUM-80, SODIUM DIETHYLENETRIAMINE PENTAMETHYLENE PHOSPHONATE, PHENOXYETHANOL, MALIC ACID, COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE, PEG-40 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL, PARFUM\/FRAGRANCE, DISODIUM EDTA, DISODIUM PHOSPHATE, POLYSORBATE 60, SODIUM PHOSPHATE PERMANENT COLOR CREAM: AQUA\/WATER\/EAU, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, ETHANOLAMINE, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, 2,4-DIAMINOPHENOXYETHANOL HCL, 2-METHOXYMETHYL-P-PHENYLENEDIAMINE, N,N-BIS(2-HYDROXYETHYL)-P-PHENYLENEDIAMINE SULFATE, CITRIC ACID, RESORCINOL, SODIUM DIETHYLENETRIAMINE PENTAMETHYLENE PHOSPHONATE, DICETYL PHOSPHATE, SODIUM SULFITE, CETETH-10 PHOSPHATE, STEARETH-200, ASCORBIC ACID, PARFUM\/FRAGRANCE, HYDROXYETHYL-3,4-METHYLENEDIOXYANILINE HCL, TRISODIUM ETHYLENEDIAMINE DISUCCINATE, XANTHAN GUM, DISODIUM EDTA, SODIUM METASILICATE. ACTIVATOR: AQUA\/WATER\/EAU, HYDROGEN PEROXIDE, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, CETEARETH-25, SALICYLIC ACID, PHOSPHORIC ACID, DISODIUM PHOSPHATE, DISODIUM PYROPHOSPHATE, SODIUM STANNATE, ETIDRONIC ACID. BONDING TREATMENT: AQUA\/WATER\/EAU, BIS-HYDROXY\/METHOXY AMODIMETHICONE, STEARYL ALCOHOL, CETYL ALCOHOL, STEARAMIDOPROPYL DIMETHYLAMINE, MALIC ACID, GLUTAMIC ACID, PARFUM\/FRAGRANCE, BENZYL ALCOHOL, BENZYL BENZOATE, EDTA, HISTIDINE, COCOS NUCIFERA (COCONUT) OIL, SODIUM CHLORIDE, HEXAMETHYLINDANOPYRAN, HEXYL CINNAMAL, LINALOOL, MAGNESIUM NITRATE, TRIMETHYLSILOXYSILICATE, ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF JUICE, METHYLCHLOROISOTHIAZOLINONE, MAGNESIUM CHLORIDE, METHYLISOTHIAZOLINONE, ASCORBIC ACID, CITRIC ACID, POTASSIUM SORBATE, SODIUM BENZOATE, SODIUM SULFITE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Does ColorStrong cover gray completely?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes—when used as directed, it provides full gray coverage in one application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is this product free of ammonia and PPD?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: The formula is ammonia‑free and formulated without PPD\/PTD, but avoid use if you have a known PPD\/PTD allergy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Clairol","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58360916935043,"sku":"B0DP163FJ2","price":20.77,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/2696\/0515\/files\/clairol-colorestrong-desert-nights-front-packaging.jpg?v=1782787264","url":"https:\/\/origin-beauty.com\/products\/clairol-colorstrong-permanent-hair-dye-2-8-blue-black-desert-nights-ammonia-free-100-gray-coverage-with-bonding-system","provider":"Origin Beauty","version":"1.0","type":"link"}