Schwarzkopf Keratin Color Root Permanent Hair Color Kit

Schwarzkopf Keratin Color Root is a 10-minute, salon-inspired permanent root touch-up kit that blends roots and covers grays for natural-looking light brown color. This compact, all-in-one kit is made to refresh regrowth quickly at home without a full coloring session. The formula includes a pre-color serum with collagen and Vitamin B6 to condition the scalp and prime roots before color, plus a developer lotion, color cream, gloves, and an angled precision brush for targeted application. Designed for one application, the kit aims to leave roots looking renewed and the hair feeling softer after color.

How quickly does this kit cover regrowth and grays?

The Schwarzkopf Keratin Root system works in about 10 minutes, delivering permanent color that blends into your existing shade and targets gray strands. Results are intended to match your current color for a seamless finish rather than a full recolor of all hair lengths.

• 10-minute processing time for fast touch-ups
• Formulated for targeted root areas, not full-head recolor
• Claims up to 100% gray coverage on treated roots
• Best used when matching your current shade exactly

What role does the pre-color serum play and what’s inside it?

The included pre-color serum soothes and conditions the scalp and root area before application, helping prepare hair for even color uptake. It contains collagen and Vitamin B6 intended to leave roots feeling moisturized and primed for a smoother, more consistent result.

• Collagen to help condition and support hair surface
• Vitamin B6 to aid in scalp and root conditioning
• Applied before color to improve evenness and feel
• Helps reduce dryness at the root during coloring

How precise is the application and what tools are included?

The kit comes with an angled precision brush designed to reach hairlines, parts, and the crown for controlled application. Gloves and a clear instruction leaflet are included so you can achieve a neat, consistent result at home without professional tools.

• Angled brush for accurate placement around hairline and part
• Gloves and step-by-step instructions for safe use
• Compact packaging contains developer lotion and color cream
• Recommended two boxes for thicker or denser hair for even coverage

Will this reduce breakage and how long does color last?

The Keratin Color line is formulated to be gentler than untreated hair, with brand data citing up to 80% less breakage versus untreated hair when used as directed. As a permanent root touch-up, the color is intended to be long-lasting, blending into the existing color until new regrowth appears.

• Formulation aims to fortify hair during coloring
• Permanent formula designed for enduring root coverage
• Helps hair feel softer after application
• Follow maintenance and touch-up schedule for best results

Who is this for? If you wear light brown color and need a quick, targeted solution for visible regrowth or gray roots between salon visits, this kit is built for fast at-home refreshes. It’s ideal for people who want controlled, precise application around hairlines and partings, those who prefer a conditioning pre-treatment ahead of color, and anyone looking to delay a full-color appointment while maintaining a natural, even-looking shade. For thicker or very dense hair, purchasing an extra kit is recommended to ensure uniform coverage.

Ingredients

Pre-Color Serum: Aqua (water, eau), hydroxyethylcellulose, PPG-1-PEG-9 lauryl glycol ether, pyridoxine HCl, sodium benzoate, sodium salicylate, hydrolyzed collagen, parfum (fragrance), acrylamidopropyltrimonium chloride/acrylates copolymer, phenoxyethanol, ethylparaben, methylparaben, potassium hydroxide, Acid Violet 43. Color Cream: Aqua (water, eau), propylene glycol, steareth-21, stearic acid, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, ammonium hydroxide, stearamidopropyl dimethylamine, cetyl alcohol, lauryl glucoside, p-aminophenol, glycol distearate, paraffinum liquidum (mineral oil, huile minerale), 4-amino-2-hydroxytoluene, glyceryl stearate, cetearyl alcohol, isostearic acid, resorcinol, polyquaternium-53, parfum (fragrance), phosphoric acid, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, erythorbic acid, p-phenylenediamine, oleyl alcohol, sodium sulfite, dicetyl phosphate, ceteth-10 phosphate, tetrasodium EDTA, carbomer, polysorbate 80, sodium metasilicate, m-aminophenol, 2-methylresorcinol, benzoic acid, phenoxyethanol, biotin, ascorbic acid, hydrolyzed keratin, sodium benzoate.

FAQ

Q: How long does processing take?

A: Processing takes about 10 minutes for permanent root coverage and blending with your existing shade.

Q: Can I use this on thick hair?

A: Yes, but for thicker or very dense hair the brand recommends two boxes to ensure even coverage.