KERACOLOR Color + Clenditioner 3-in-1 Color-Depositing Conditioner Merlot 12 fl oz, Keratin & Moisture

Keracolor Color + Clenditioner in Merlot is a 3-in-1 semi-permanent color-depositing conditioner that gently cleanses, conditions, and refreshes hair with rich auburn tones without lifting natural pigment.

This clenditioner combines pigment, keratin, and a blend of nourishing oils to deposit Merlot tones while moisturizing and strengthening strands. It works as a deposit-only dye, meaning it adds color without chemical lifting, and is ideal for refreshing vivid, pastel, or natural shades between salon visits. The formula is sulfate-, paraben-, gluten-free, and cruelty-free, and is designed for use on wet or dry hair for customizable intensity.

How do I use Keracolor Merlot to achieve the color intensity I want?

Application is simple and flexible: apply to wet or dry hair, leave on from 3 to 20 minutes, then rinse to reveal progressively deeper tone. For stronger color, repeat applications or start with pre-lightened hair for the most vivid result.

• Apply generously to sectioned hair for even coverage
• Leave 3–20 minutes depending on desired depth
• Use on dry hair for bolder, wetter hair for subtler deposits
• Repeat or layer treatments for maximum intensity

Will this damage my hair or change my natural color permanently?

Keracolor’s Clenditioner deposits color without chemical lifting, so it does not permanently alter the natural pigment the way permanent dyes do. The formula is keratin-enriched and packed with conditioning oils to protect and improve strand health while adding temporary color.

• Deposit-only pigments that gradually fade with washing
• Keratin and oils (coconut, jojoba, almond) to strengthen and smooth
• Sulfate- and paraben-free to minimize stripping of natural oils
• Safe for routine use to refresh color between salon visits

What hair types and starting colors work best for Merlot Clenditioner?

The Merlot shade shows most vibrantly on lightened or porous hair, but it can enhance and warm darker shades too. Expect more subtle, tonal shifts on dark brown or natural black hair and richer auburn results on bleached, blonde, or highlighted hair.

• Bleached or highlighted hair: brightest, truest Merlot results
• Light brown hair: warm auburn enhancement
• Dark brown/black hair: subtle sheen and tonal warmth
• Works on all textures—straight, wavy, curly, coily—adjusting processing time as needed

How do I maintain the Merlot shade and make it last longer?

To prolong the Merlot tone, alternate Clenditioner treatments with color-safe shampoos and limit frequent hot-water washes. Reapply the Clenditioner when you notice fading; storing color-treated hair with sulfate-free products helps maintain vibrancy.

• Use gentle, sulfate-free shampoos and cool water
• Space reapplications based on fading—typically every few washes
• Combine with deep-conditioning or keratin treatments for longevity
• Protect hair from sun and chlorine to reduce premature fading

Who is this for: Keracolor Color + Clenditioner Merlot is for anyone wanting a low-commitment way to refresh or shift hair color while nurturing strand health—ideal for those who prefer non-damaging, deposit-only color, people with color-treated or porous hair seeking more vibrancy, and anyone who wants a simple at-home color boost between salon visits. It’s also well-suited to stylists and DIY users who value conditioning benefits alongside temporary color effects.

Ingredients

Water/Aqua/Eau, Cetyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Behentrimonium Chloride, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Sorbitan Laurate, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Fragrance (Parfum), Hydrolyzed Keratin, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Rosa Moschata Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Citrus Grandis Fruit Extract, Citric Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tetrasodium EDTA, Limonene, Linalool, Basic Brown 17, Basic Blue 99, Basic Violet 2, Basic Red 51, Basic Yellow 57.