L'Oreal Paris Excellence Universal Nudes Hair Color 2N Natural Soft Black — Ammonia-Free, 100% Gray Coverage

Excellence Universal Nudes is a permanent at-home hair color kit formulated to cover gray fully while avoiding ammonia, parabens, phthalates and mineral oil. The system uses a Triple Care routine—a gentle caring color creme enriched with Pro-Keratin Complex, a mild shampoo, and a ceramide-infused deep conditioner—to color and help protect hair during and after application. Shade 2N Natural Soft Black gives a rich, soft black result balanced with nuanced reflections for a natural finish.

How does this formula protect hair while coloring?

The color creme is ammonia-free and contains Pro-Keratin Complex plus caring agents designed to support hair fibers during the coloring process. The kit’s aftercare products further smooth and nourish hair to preserve color vibrancy and manageability.

• Pro-Keratin Complex helps support weakened hair structure while dyeing.
• Ammonia-free cream reduces harsh odor and less stripping of the hair surface.
• Caring Gentle Shampoo cleanses without removing color boosters.
• Caring Deep Conditioner with ceramides restores softness and shine.

Will this shade fully cover gray hair?

Yes—Excellence Universal Nudes promises 100% gray coverage. The color blend is calibrated to saturate resistant gray strands while keeping the overall shade looking multi-dimensional and natural.

• Formula targets even stubborn gray for full coverage results.
• Natural reflect mix balances warm and cool tones for realism.
• Permanent dye provides long-lasting color retention.

How easy is it to apply at home and what comes in the kit?

The kit contains everything you need for one full application and is designed for straightforward at-home use. Clear, step-by-step instructions guide you through mixing, applying, and rinsing to help achieve a salon-inspired finish.

• Caring Color Creme and developer for mixing and application.
• Protective gloves and applicator nozzle for precise coverage.
• Caring Gentle Shampoo and Caring Deep Conditioner included for the Triple Care routine.

How long does the color last and how should I maintain it?

As a permanent dye, the shade resists washing out but will gradually soften over months depending on hair porosity and care routine. Using the included conditioner and color-safe haircare helps maintain depth and shine between touch-ups.

• Permanent coverage lasts through regular washes; touch-ups needed for root regrowth.
• Avoiding harsh clarifying shampoos preserves color longer.
• Use sulfate-free, color-preserving products and occasional deep conditioning.

Who is this for: This kit is suited for anyone seeking full gray coverage with a natural-looking dark shade, especially those who prefer an ammonia-free permanent color. It's a good choice for users who want built-in hair care during coloring, people with sensitized scalps who want a gentler formula, and anyone aiming for a rich, multi-tonal natural black without salon scheduling.

Ingredients

1152439 - INGREDIENTS: AQUA / WATER / EAU • HYDROGEN PEROXIDE • CETEARYL ALCOHOL • TRIDECETH-2 CARBOXAMIDE MEA • CETEARETH-25 • GLYCERIN • PHOSPHORIC ACID • TETRASODIUM ETIDRONATE • TETRASODIUM PYROPHOSPHATE • SODIUM SALICYLATE (F.I.L. D209745/14). 1177657 C - INGREDIENTS: AQUA / WATER / EAU • AMODIMETHICONE • STEARYL ALCOHOL • HYDROXYPROPYL STARCH PHOSPHATE • ISOPROPYL MYRISTATE • BEHENTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE • CETYL ALCOHOL • PARFUM / FRAGRANCE • PHENOXYETHANOL • TRIDECETH-5 • ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL • TRIDECETH-6 • GLYCERIN • PEG-150 DISTEARATE • CAPRYLYL GLYCOL • PANTHENOL • TRIDECETH-10 • LINALOOL • CETRIMONIUM CHLORIDE • HEXYL CINNAMAL • ISOEUGENOL • ACETIC ACID • BENZYL ALCOHOL • 2-OLEAMIDO-1,3-OCTADECANEDIOL • HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM HYDROLYZED WHEAT PROTEIN • PROPYLENE GLYCOL • SOLUBLE COLLAGEN • TRISODIUM EDTA • POTASSIUM SORBATE (F.I.L. T236810/2). 1200185 - INGREDIENTS: AQUA / WATER / EAU • CETEARYL ALCOHOL • PROPYLENE GLYCOL • DECETH-3 • LAURETH-12 • ETHANOLAMINE • OLETH-30 • LAURIC ACID • POLYQUATERNIUM-6 • TOLUENE-2,5-DIAMINE • GLYCOL DISTEARATE • SODIUM METASILICATE • HEXADIMETHRINE CHLORIDE • SILICA DIMETHYL SILYLATE • RESORCINOL • PARFUM / FRAGRANCE • 2-METHYLRESORCINOL • m-AMINOPHENOL • 2,4-DIAMINOPHENOXYETHANOL HCL • CARBOMER • THIOLACTIC ACID • N,N-BIS(2-HYDROXYETHYL)-p-PHENYLENEDIAMINE SULFATE • ASCORBIC ACID • EDTA • MICA • CI 77491 / IRON OXIDES • CI 77891 / TITANIUM DIOXIDE • THIOGLYCERIN • TETRASODIUM EDTA (F.I.L. T294952/2). 1217017 C - INGREDIENTS: AQUA / WATER / EAU • SODIUM LAURETH SULFATE • COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE • DIMETHICONE • SODIUM CHLORIDE • PARFUM / FRAGRANCE • CITRIC ACID • HEXYLENE GLYCOL • SODIUM BENZOATE • SODIUM HYDROXIDE • AMODIMETHICONE • CARBOMER • GUAR HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE • TRIDECETH-10 • GLYCERIN • SALICYLIC ACID • GLYCOL DISTEARATE • MICA • LINALOOL • HEXYL CINNAMAL • PEG-100 STEARATE • STEARETH-6 • PHENOXYETHANOL • ISOEUGENOL • COCO-BETAINE • TRIDECETH-3 • CI 77891 / TITANIUM DIOXIDE • BENZYL ALCOHOL • ACETIC ACID • FUMARIC ACID (F.I.L. T291070/1).