Garnier Olia Permanent Hair Color — 3.11 Darkest Platinum Brown, Ammonia-Free Oil-Powered for 100% Gray Coverage & Extra Shine

Garnier Olia rethinks at-home permanent color by replacing ammonia with flower-derived oils—primarily sunflower and camellia—to carry pigments deep into the hair while preserving moisture. The result is vivid, long-lasting color with cool platinum-brown reflections and a silky finish. Each kit contains the developer applicator bottle, colorant tube, after-color conditioner, gloves, and clear instructions so you can color at home with professional-leaning results.

How does an oil-powered formula change the coloring process?

Olia’s formula integrates 60% oils that act both as carriers for color molecules and as a conditioning system. Without ammonia, the oils help the dye penetrate and deposit pigment while minimizing dryness and preserving hair texture.

• Sunflower and camellia oils help lift the cuticle gently and transport color deep into the strand.
• Oil blend reduces the stripped, brittle feeling typical of traditional ammonia dyes.
• After-color conditioner in the kit restores surface hydration and smooths the hair for improved shine.

Will this shade cover gray and produce lasting color?

Yes—this permanent dye delivers 100% gray coverage when used as directed, and the oil-assisted delivery supports durable pigment retention. Proper processing and aftercare with color-safe products extend vibrancy.

• Designed to provide full gray coverage across roots and lengths.
• Permanent formula bonds pigment for long-lasting color payoff.
• Pair with color-protecting shampoos and conditioners to reduce fade between touch-ups.

What do I need to know about application and how many boxes will I need?

The kit is ready-to-mix and includes everything necessary for a single full-head application. Application is straightforward: mix the developer with the colorant, apply to roots, then distribute through lengths, wait the instructed time, rinse, and condition.

• One to two boxes are usually enough for short to medium hair; long hair may require two to three boxes.
• Includes gloves and a step-by-step instruction leaflet—do a patch test as directed before full application.
• Wait 30 minutes during processing for optimal color development, then rinse and use the included conditioner.

Are there any ingredients or ethical details I should be aware of?

Garnier Olia 3.11 is formulated without ammonia, silicones, parabens, or phthalates and is labeled vegan and cruelty-free. It’s created for users who want gentler chemistry without sacrificing salon-style results.

• Free from ammonia, silicones, parabens and phthalates for a milder chemical profile.
• Vegan formulation and cruelty-free practices—no animal-derived ingredients used.
• Not a replacement for professional advice for those with scalp conditions or highly processed hair—consult a stylist if unsure.

Who is this for: Garnier Olia 3.11 Darkest Platinum Brown is aimed at anyone seeking an at-home permanent brown with cool, platinum reflections—especially those who prefer ammonia-free, oil-enriched formulas for smoother, shinier results. It suits people with natural hair from light brown to black looking for reliable gray coverage and a hydrated finish, plus at-home colorers who want salon-leaning outcomes without a salon visit. Follow the included directions and consider color-protective aftercare to keep the shade vivid longer.

Ingredients

COLORANT: 1200533 PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM/MINERAL OIL/HUILE MINERALE, AQUA/WATER/EAU, ETHANOLAMINE, DECYL GLUCOSIDE, SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE, PEG-40 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL, 2,4-DIAMINOPHENOXYETHANOL HCL, M-AMINOPHENOL, ASCORBIC ACID, TOCOPHEROL, HYDROXYPROPYL GUAR, SODIUM METABISULFITE, HYDROXYBENZOMORPHOLINE, THIOGLYCERIN, TOLUENE-2,5-DIAMINE, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL/SUNFLOWER SEED OIL, LIMNANTHES ALBA SEED OIL/MEADOWFOAM SEED OIL, CAMELLIA OLEIFERA SEED OIL, N,N-BIS(2-HYDROXYETHYL)-P-PHENYLENEDIAMINE SULFATE, PARFUM/FRAGRANCE, DISODIUM COCOAMPHODIACETATE, RESORCINOL, PASSIFLORA INCARNATA SEED OIL, EDTA. F.I.L.# D193015/1 US PATENTS: 7,060,107; 7,988,737; 7,988,738; 8,066,781; 8,114,170; 7,494,513 US PAT PENDING DEVELOPER: 1071243 AQUA/WATER/EAU, PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM/MINERAL OIL/HUILE MINERALE, HYDROGEN PEROXIDE, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, STEARETH-20, PEG-4 RAPESEEDAMIDE, GLYCERIN, POLYQUATERNIUM-6, HEXADIMETHRINE CHLORIDE, TOCOPHEROL, PENTASODIUM PENTETATE, SODIUM STANNATE, TETRASODIUM PYROPHOSPHATE, PHOSPHORIC ACID. F.I.L.# D41208/11 AFTER COLOR CONDITIONER: 1119728 A AQUA/WATER/EAU, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, BEHENTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE, CETYL ESTERS, TOCOPHEROL, TRIDECETH-6, CHLORHEXIDINE DIGLUCONATE, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL/SUNFLOWER SEED OIL, CAMELLIA OLEIFERA SEED OIL, AMODIMETHICONE, ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL, PARFUM/FRAGRANCE, CITRIC ACID, CETRIMONIUM CHLORIDE. F.I.L.# D180530/1 US. PATENTS: 7,223,385; 7,485,289