Madison Reed Radiant Permanent Hair Color Kit — 5.5NNN Modena Brown (Dark Warm Brown), 100% Gray Coverage & Conditioning Formula

This at-home permanent hair color is designed to cover resistant gray hair while imparting warm golden dark-brown tones. Formulated without ammonia, PPD, parabens, phthalates, SLS, gluten, resorcinol, or titanium dioxide, the kit combines pigment with keratin, argan oil, and ginseng root extract to color and help condition hair during application. Each pack contains the Radiant Cream Color, Conditioning Color Activator, gloves, cap, barrier cream, and simple instructions — the same base formula used in Madison Reed Hair Color Bars.

How does this shade perform on stubborn gray roots?

5.5NNN Modena Brown is part of the Knockout Collection formulated with boosted pigment for persistent grays. It’s engineered to provide full coverage on mostly gray roots and blended all-over color refreshes, delivering consistent tone across resistant strands.

• Extra pigment concentration aimed at hard-to-cover grays
• Permanent formulation for long-lasting coverage
• Even tone from roots to ends when applied as instructed
• Best results when staying within two shades of your natural color

What makes the Smart 8-Free formula different?

The Smart 8-Free label indicates the color omits eight common harsh ingredients found in many box dyes. This reduces exposure to unnecessarily aggressive chemicals while keeping salon-level color performance.

• No ammonia or PPD for gentler processing
• Free of parabens, phthalates, resin-forming resorcinol, SLS and titanium dioxide
• Gluten-free for those avoiding shared gluten contact in haircare
• Dermatologist-tested and Leaping Bunny certified for cruelty-free assurance

How does the kit care for hair during coloring?

Instead of stripping the hair, the formula includes conditioning actives to help preserve texture and shine. Keratin, argan oil, and ginseng root extract work together to minimize dryness and help the finished color look healthy and vibrant.

• Keratin helps smooth and strengthen hair fibers during processing
• Argan oil adds shine and helps reduce frizz post-color
• Ginseng root extract supports scalp and fiber feel without weighing hair down
• Conditioning Color Activator and post-color care included in the kit

How should I use this kit for best results?

Follow the included instructions carefully and perform a strand and patch test beforehand. Apply to dry hair, process for the recommended time, and rinse thoroughly until water runs clear for even color and lasting coverage.

• Perform a patch test 48 hours before full application
• Wear the provided gloves and use barrier cream on the hairline
• Process within the manufacturer’s recommended timeframe for permanent results
• Schedule touch-ups every 4–6 weeks or as regrowth appears

Who is this for? This Madison Reed Radiant Hair Color Kit is suited to people seeking dependable, salon-quality permanent color at home who want full coverage of resistant grays without common harsh additives. It’s a good choice for users within two shades of this dark-brown tone who value ingredient transparency, conditioning benefits, and cruelty-free certification. If you prefer professional results but prefer to color at home, this kit offers a balanced mix of performance and gentler formulation.

Ingredients

INGREDIENTS INCI [CTFA]: AQUA/WATER, CETYL ALCOHOL, ETHANOLAMINE, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, CETEARETH-25, COCAMIDE MEA, TOLUENE-2,5-DIAMINE SULFATE, CETETH-2, COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE, 2-METHYLRESORCINOL, POLYQUATERNIUM- 6, ARGANIA SPINOSA KERNEL OIL, HYDROLYZED KERATIN, PANAX GINSENG ROOT EXTRACT, ASCORBIC ACID, DISODIUM EDTA, SODIUM SULFITE, SODIUM HYDROSULFITE, XANTHAN GUM, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, P-AMINOPHENOL, M-AMINOPHENOL, P-METHYLAMINOPHENOL SULFATE, 2-AMINO-4-HYDROXYETHYLAMINOANISOLE SULFATE. 20VOL AND 30VOL (LIGHTENING) ACTIVATOR INGREDIENTS: AQUA, HYDROGEN PEROXIDE, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, SODIUM LAURETH SULFATE, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, DIMETHICONE, OXYQUINOLINE SULFATE, PHOSPHORIC ACID, TETRASODIUM EDTA, ETIDRONIC ACID.