Kristin Ess Hair Gloss Cherry Cola — Warm Red-Brown Semi‑Permanent Glaze, 3–4 Week Shine & Brass Neutralizer

Kristin Ess Hair Gloss in Cherry Cola is a 3–4 week, in-shower semi-permanent glaze that deposits warm red-brown pigments while increasing shine and neutralizing unwanted brassiness.

This in-shower color-depositing conditioner refreshes and enhances warm red-brown tones without ammonia or silicone, providing salon-style gloss and subtle tone correction between appointments. It’s formulated for use on natural and color-treated brown hair to boost vibrancy, add dimension, and smooth the hair surface for reflective shine. The gentle formula layers on pigment and shine, giving a noticeable color pick-up that fades evenly over several weeks.

How does the Cherry Cola gloss change my existing color?

The product deposits warm red and brown pigments to deepen and enrich faded shades while softening unwanted yellow or brassy highlights. It sits on the hair cuticle rather than permanently altering structure, so the effect is visible immediately but fully reversible with normal washing.

• Instant tone refresh with visible color depth
• Neutralizes brassy yellow undertones for cleaner warmth
• Works on natural and previously colored brown hair
• Buildable results with repeated applications

How do I apply it for best results at home?

Application is done in the shower using a two-part mix included in the kit; combine both bottles, distribute through thoroughly wet hair, then rinse after 10–20 minutes depending on desired intensity. Use gloves, follow timing closely, and perform a strand test if trying a new shade intensity.

• Wet hair fully before applying for even color pick-up
• Mix bottle 1 and 2, shake, then apply root to tip
• Leave in 10–20 minutes — shorter for subtle tint, longer for richer tone
• Rinse until water runs clear and gently condition if needed

Will this gloss damage my hair or affect future color?

The Kristin Ess gloss is free of ammonia and silicone, formulated to be a gentle, non‑permanent enhancer that won’t alter hair structure like permanent dyes. Because it’s a deposit-only glaze, it fades gradually and typically won’t interfere with professional color services, though telling your stylist about recent gloss treatments helps plan any future color work.

• No ammonia—safer for cuticle integrity compared to permanent dyes
• Vegan formulation that focuses on surface-level pigment and shine
• Fades over 3–4 weeks with normal washing
• Professional color corrections still possible after gloss fades

How long will the color and shine last in daily life?

Expect vivid color and glossy finish to remain most noticeable for about three to four weeks, with gradual fading each wash. Longevity depends on hair porosity, wash frequency, and heat styling — using color-safe shampoo and cooler water will help maintain tone longer.

• Typical wear: 3–4 weeks per single application
• Fades evenly rather than patchily
• Color-safe products and lower wash temperature extend life
• Reapply as a maintenance step between salon visits

Who is this for: Kristin Ess Hair Gloss in Cherry Cola is ideal for anyone with brown hair who wants warmer red-brown depth, added shine, and reduced brassiness without committing to permanent dye. It’s great for clients refreshing salon color at home, people exploring warmer tones for a season, or anyone seeking a gentle, buildable color boost that washes out over time.

Ingredients

DEVELOPER: WATER, HYDROGEN PEROXIDE, PHOSPHORIC ACID GLOSS: WATER, ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL, SODIUM C14-16 OLEFIN SULFONATE, OLEYL ALCOHOL, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, LAURYL ALCOHOL, COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE, COCAMIDE MIPA, DECETH-4, 1-HYDROXYETHYL 4,5-DIAMINO PYRAZOLE SULFATE, ETHANOLAMINE, PPG-2 BUTYL ETHER, SODIUM SULFITE, FRAGRANCE, CETETH-10 PHOSPHATE, DICETYL PHOSPHATE, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, DISODIUM EDTA, M-AMINOPHENOL, DISODIUM ETIDRONATE.