Kristin Ess Hair Gloss Winter Wheat — Light Neutral Blonde Toner & Shine, 4‑Week Semi‑Permanent Glaze

Kristin Ess Hair Gloss in Winter Wheat Light Neutral Blonde is an in‑shower, semi‑permanent gloss that tones light blonde hair, reduces brassiness and delivers instant shine for up to four weeks.

This two‑step, salon‑style glaze was developed to refresh color between appointments without a full dye job. Designed for natural or color‑treated light blonde hair, the Winter Wheat shade neutralizes unwanted warm tones while adding dimension and glossy surface sheen. The formula is easy to use in the shower and rinses clean, making it a go‑to for maintaining a polished blonde between professional glossing sessions.

How does this gloss neutralize brass and warm tones?

The Winter Wheat shade deposits light neutral pigments that counteract yellow and orange undertones on blonde hair. The semi‑permanent pigments sit on the hair cuticle rather than penetrating deeply, so they tone quickly and fade gradually over several weeks. It’s a color‑depositing conditioner that works without harsh lifting agents.

• Neutralizing pigments formulated for light blonde hair
• Works on both natural and color‑treated blonde
• Sits on the cuticle for temporary toning
• Lasts about 3–4 weeks with normal washing

What results can I expect after one application?

After a single in‑shower application you’ll notice reduced warmth, enhanced tone and a visibly slick, shiny finish. The gloss adds subtle depth and dimension without changing your base level. Results are immediate and naturally fade with subsequent shampoos, giving you control over how long the effect remains.

• Instant reduction of brassiness and yellow tones
• Noticeable increase in shine and smoothness
• Subtle color deposit—no dramatic darkening
• Maintains natural movement and texture

How do I use the two‑step in‑shower treatment?

Wet your hair thoroughly, mix bottle 1 and bottle 2, then apply evenly from roots to ends. Leave the gloss on for 10–20 minutes depending on desired intensity, then rinse. No developer or complicated timing is required; follow the included instructions to match processing time to your hair’s porosity and existing tone.

• Thoroughly wet hair in the shower before application
• Combine both bottles, shake gently and apply evenly
• Process 10–20 minutes based on desired toning strength
• Rinse well; style as usual after towel drying

Will this gloss work on other blonde shades or darker hair?

Winter Wheat is formulated specifically for light blonde shades and performs best on hair at that lightness level. On darker blonde or bronde bases, the effect will be subtler and may not fully neutralize stronger warmth. It will not lift or lighten hair—if your goal is significant color change, consult a colorist.

• Best for light blondes seeking neutralization
• Subtle on darker blondes; not for lifting color
• Safe for repeated at‑home use between salon visits
• Not a permanent dye—treatment fades with washes

Who this is for: Kristin Ess Hair Gloss in Winter Wheat is ideal for anyone with light blonde, natural or color‑treated hair who wants an easy, salon‑style toner at home. It suits busy people who need fast, visible results—reduced brassiness, boosted shine and refreshed tone—without a full salon appointment. If you want temporary toning, added gloss and simple in‑shower application to extend the life of your blonde, this product fits that need.

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, PPG-2 BUTYL ETHER, ETHANOLAMINE, SODIUM SULFITE, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, FRAGRANCE, DISODIUM EDTA, CETETH-10 PHOSPHATE, DICETYL PHOSPHATE, DISODIUM ETIDRONATE, TOLUENE-2,5-DIAMINE SULFATE, RESORCINOL, PHENYL METHYL PYRAZOLONE, M-AMINOPHENOL, 2-METHYLRESORCINOL, 4-AMINO-2-HYDROXYTOLUENE, 2-METHYL-5-HYDROXYETHYLAMINOPHENOL, N,N-BIS(2-HYDROXYETHYL)-P-PHENYLENEDIAMINE, 1-NAPHTHOL."