Garnier Nutrisse Permanent Hair Color 40 Dark Brown (Dark Chocolate) — 100% Gray Coverage, Oil Ampoule

Garnier Nutrisse Ultra Crème in 40 Dark Brown (Dark Chocolate) is a permanent at-home hair dye that delivers full gray coverage and nourished, long-lasting color thanks to its snap-and-pour fruit oil ampoule.

Designed for people who want salon-quality results from home, this kit combines a rich, non-drip creme formula with a unique five-fruit oil system to help hair take and retain color while feeling softer and looking shinier. The box contains colorant, developer, an oil ampoule packed with avocado, olive, coconut, argan and shea oils, after-color conditioner, gloves and clear instructions. For most short- to medium-length hair one box is enough; use two if your hair is long, very thick, or extensively gray.

How long will the Dark Brown (Dark Chocolate) shade last?

Expect vibrant color for up to eight weeks, with the depth of Dark Chocolate remaining noticeable throughout that time when you follow the care instructions. Results vary by starting hair color, porosity and how often you shampoo.

• Permanent formula with color that lasts up to 8 weeks
• Best matched when starting color is within two shades of the chosen shade
• Use color-safe shampoo and conditioner to extend vibrancy
• Root touch-ups recommended for regrowth maintenance

Will this cover gray hair completely?

Yes—the Nutrisse Ultra Crème line is formulated to provide 100% gray coverage, including stubborn white or salt-and-pepper strands. The colorant and developer penetrate the hair fiber while the oil ampoule helps the pigment adhere and condition the strand.

• Clinically designed for full gray coverage across all shades
• Follow the 30-minute processing time for best gray blending
• For heavy graying, consider two boxes or a prior consultation with a stylist
• After-color conditioner seals the cuticle and boosts color retention

How does the fruit oil ampoule affect my hair?

The single-use snap-and-pour ampoule blends five nourishing plant oils into the color mix, adding slip for even application and conditioning benefits that help minimize the dry, brittle feel sometimes caused by permanent dyes. It’s formulated to leave hair softer and noticeably shinier after coloring.

• Includes avocado, olive, coconut, argan and shea oils for deep nourishment
• Improves spreadability of the non-drip creme for even coverage
• Promotes 2X shinier, silkier-feeling hair versus uncolored hair
• After-color conditioner complements the oil ampoule for healthier-looking strands

Is Garnier Nutrisse suitable for my hair type and routine?

The formula is designed for all hair textures and most routines, from fine to curly. It’s vegan and cruelty-free, making it an option for shoppers who avoid animal-derived ingredients and prefer ethically made products.

• Available in over 60 shades to match many base colors and tones
• Non-drip creme works well on short or long hair and different textures
• Recommended to choose a shade within two levels of your current color
• Pair with Garnier Fructis Color Shield shampoo and conditioner for longer-lasting results

Who is this for: Garnier Nutrisse Ultra Crème 40 Dark Brown (Dark Chocolate) is aimed at people who want an affordable at-home permanent color that covers gray fully while adding moisture and shine. It’s a good fit for first-time colorists seeking easy application, those refreshing roots between salon visits, and anyone looking for a cruelty-free, vegan option with added conditioning benefits. For dramatically different color changes or complex color needs, consult a professional stylist before use.

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