L'Oreal Paris Casting Creme Gloss - 645 Amber

This is a terrific product if you're looking for a non-permanent colouring option that skips the ammonia. I've purchased this many times over the years, and most recently coloured my hair last month in a fabulous, rich chocolate shade.\n\nNo matter whichever shade you choose, you'll find the colour result will be very true to what shows on the box. The colour comes with detailed instructions and a stock standard kit i.e. gloves, developer, colour and conditioner, and the product is applied via a standard nozzle bottle.\n\nWhile not 'drip-proof', it goes on well, and really doesn't drip (too much). The scent is strong but is also minus ammonia, so shouldn't be too irritating to most people. I have long hair so purchased two bottles for optimal coverage, finding I had ... MoreThis is a terrific product if you're looking for a non-permanent colouring option that skips the ammonia. I've purchased this many times over the years, and most recently coloured my hair last month in a fabulous, rich chocolate shade.\n\nNo matter whichever shade you choose, you'll find the colour result will be very true to what shows on the box. The colour comes with detailed instructions and a stock standard kit i.e. gloves, developer, colour and conditioner, and the product is applied via a standard nozzle bottle.\n\nWhile not 'drip-proof', it goes on well, and really doesn't drip (too much). The scent is strong but is also minus ammonia, so shouldn't be too irritating to most people. I have long hair so purchased two bottles for optimal coverage, finding I had really good results. \n\nAfter colouring, I have found my hair to be very shiny & full of gorgeous colour. This also does a fantastic job at covering those pesky grey hairs, and keeping them at bay for around 6 weeks. Depending on your hair length, the included hair conditioner should have some left over for use as an intense conditioning treatment a week or so post colouring. This conditioner does smell a bit like the hair colour, but I find it quite pleasant.\n\nI will continue to purchase this, I love how it's gentle for my hair, while also giving great grey coverage and a shiny head of hair every time. Highly recommended.

I have used L’Oréal Paris Casting Crème Gloss semi-permanent colour several times in the past in shades Iced Truffle and Medium Brown. However as I am over 50 years old and starting to notice significantly more grey and white strands in the front and sides of my hair, I now prefer to use the shade Iced Cocoa; which is a richer, darker brown shade. The L’Oréal Paris Casting Crème Gloss hair colouring kit is a quick, easy and fuss-free at home hair colour kit, that comes in a decent range of colours to choose from. I usually find the entire process of product preparation to colouring takes no longer than 45 minutes for me. The Developer Crème and Crème Colourant in the kit are really quick and easy to mix. The precision tip applicator included in the box makes the ... MoreI have used L’Oréal Paris Casting Crème Gloss semi-permanent colour several times in the past in shades Iced Truffle and Medium Brown. However as I am over 50 years old and starting to notice significantly more grey and white strands in the front and sides of my hair, I now prefer to use the shade Iced Cocoa; which is a richer, darker brown shade. The L’Oréal Paris Casting Crème Gloss hair colouring kit is a quick, easy and fuss-free at home hair colour kit, that comes in a decent range of colours to choose from. I usually find the entire process of product preparation to colouring takes no longer than 45 minutes for me. The Developer Crème and Crème Colourant in the kit are really quick and easy to mix. The precision tip applicator included in the box makes the application process less messy and of course allows you to precisely apply the colour to the areas that need most coverage. Unfortunately I have a few grey and white strands popping up here and there, so I prefer to leave the colour on for at least 20 minutes, and I find this helps cover the majority of grey strands very well. However if you just want to retouch up your hair colour or don’t have many white strands than the product would work in as little as 15 minutes. The hair colour rinses off easily and I strongly recommend using the Nutri-Shine Conditioner included in the box, as this really helps add extra shine, radiance and softness to the hair. I have naturally frizzy, curly hair so I leave the conditioner on for a couple of extra minutes to add that added nourishment that my hair needs. The product claims to contain Royal Jelly extract to protect and nourish hair fibers during the colouring process, and I have to say my hair does feel softer and shiner after I colour it with the Casting Crème Gloss. As this hair colour is semi-permanent for me it lasts about 6-8 weeks before I need to colour my hair again. \n\nOverall I am very pleased with L’Oréal Paris Casting Crème Gloss, mainly because it is ammonia-free, gentle and doesn’t irritate or burn my scalp. There is no overpowering or strong hair dye odour, which is one of the main benefits of this product. Overall the product provides decent grey coverage and very natural looking colour. The product is relatively cheap and very easy to use at home, and the best part is that the whole process takes less than 1 hour. I recommend this hair colour kit to anyone who wants a quick and convenient at-home hair colour that is quite gentle and non-irritating. Of course if you have a lot of grey hairs or want longer lasting colour then a permanent hair colour would be a better choice.\n

These are the hair dyes my mum and I consistently used for at least 3-4 years running and my mum still uses them over a professional dye today. It's very easy to apply and the directions are easy to follow. The amount you get in one box is well enough to apply to shoulder length, perhaps an inch or two longer hair. I found that the colour applied and held onto the hair strand well and would last a good couple of months before I saw noticeable regrowth - this probably also depends on the colour you choose. After a while when I was growing my hair out, I could see the very obvious brassiness to my hair compared to my natural colouring on the roots and the faux colouring on the ends. \n\nMy mum still uses this and it works on her few grey hairs beautifully. We usually ... MoreThese are the hair dyes my mum and I consistently used for at least 3-4 years running and my mum still uses them over a professional dye today. It's very easy to apply and the directions are easy to follow. The amount you get in one box is well enough to apply to shoulder length, perhaps an inch or two longer hair. I found that the colour applied and held onto the hair strand well and would last a good couple of months before I saw noticeable regrowth - this probably also depends on the colour you choose. After a while when I was growing my hair out, I could see the very obvious brassiness to my hair compared to my natural colouring on the roots and the faux colouring on the ends. \n\nMy mum still uses this and it works on her few grey hairs beautifully. We usually use the Black Cherry colour and it has a gorgeous effects because her greys really pick up that reddish shade and almost look like little highlights everywhere. Definitely would recommend especially as you can frequently find them half price. \n

This semi permanent hair colour from L'Oreal was for years my favourite. I used golden blonde for making sun kissed highlights. For years no one knew I used hair dye to lighten my hair! \n\nThis dye will last differently on everyone. On me, it never fades, so I thought this is not "semi" permanent dye, but regular. And it was my first and best choice of boxed at home hair dyes. Why? Firstly: no nasty scent! While colouring or after colouring, nothing! It is ammonia free and has no toxic nasties known to be usual suspect allergens. Doesnot dry the hair out. Leaves hair with really beautiful shine and multidimensional tones. I have brown hair with copper undertones. And when using light golden blonde from L'Oreal Casting colours, it shifts my highlights couple of ... MoreThis semi permanent hair colour from L'Oreal was for years my favourite. I used golden blonde for making sun kissed highlights. For years no one knew I used hair dye to lighten my hair! \n\nThis dye will last differently on everyone. On me, it never fades, so I thought this is not "semi" permanent dye, but regular. And it was my first and best choice of boxed at home hair dyes. Why? Firstly: no nasty scent! While colouring or after colouring, nothing! It is ammonia free and has no toxic nasties known to be usual suspect allergens. Doesnot dry the hair out. Leaves hair with really beautiful shine and multidimensional tones. I have brown hair with copper undertones. And when using light golden blonde from L'Oreal Casting colours, it shifts my highlights couple of shades up to perfect sun kissed look! \n\nOverall I keep repurchasing as this colour is so gentle on my hair.

I've been using Loreal Casting since my University days ( 15 years ago). Although the product has changed slightly it's for the better. It's new and improved being a creme. \n\nI have long thick hair that knots easily, and have always had great coverage with Loreal casting. My colours of choice are either chocolate or darkest brown depending on summer or winter. \n\nThe instructions are easy to read, and a major plus of this hair colour is no ammonia and no smell. The gloves fit easily and I apply it myself in my bathroom that is all white and I have never had an issue with stains on my basin, benches or floor. I find the product absorbs well into my hair. I thoroughly massage the product and then apply a clip. It develops to a beautiful even colour in 20 ... MoreI've been using Loreal Casting since my University days ( 15 years ago). Although the product has changed slightly it's for the better. It's new and improved being a creme. \n\nI have long thick hair that knots easily, and have always had great coverage with Loreal casting. My colours of choice are either chocolate or darkest brown depending on summer or winter. \n\nThe instructions are easy to read, and a major plus of this hair colour is no ammonia and no smell. The gloves fit easily and I apply it myself in my bathroom that is all white and I have never had an issue with stains on my basin, benches or floor. I find the product absorbs well into my hair. I thoroughly massage the product and then apply a clip. It develops to a beautiful even colour in 20 mins.\n\nIt's easy to wash off and the treatment colour lock conditioner is very smoothing, making my hair silky and soft. \n\nI don't have any regrowth but normally reapply 8 - 10 weeks making it very affordable to colour at home. \n\nIt's a salon quality product that you can achieve great results in your bathroom. \n

I used to use this product very regularly about 10-12 years ago in Ebony Black. I have dark brown hair and just loved the true black colour this gave my hair. I applied it once every 3 months and it instantly made my hair so shiny, thicker and much more full of life. The application is extremely easy - the consistency is smooth and easy to spread around the hair, it is thick enough so doesn't splash everywhere, and the applicator tip is very handy. For the price, the amounts of the dye itself and conditioner are very generous and even though I had thick, past-the-shoulder-length hair, I only ever needed to buy one pack. The conditioner that comes with this is fabulous and I love the smell.\n\nI stopped using it after a couple of years when I went to the hairdressers ... MoreI used to use this product very regularly about 10-12 years ago in Ebony Black. I have dark brown hair and just loved the true black colour this gave my hair. I applied it once every 3 months and it instantly made my hair so shiny, thicker and much more full of life. The application is extremely easy - the consistency is smooth and easy to spread around the hair, it is thick enough so doesn't splash everywhere, and the applicator tip is very handy. For the price, the amounts of the dye itself and conditioner are very generous and even though I had thick, past-the-shoulder-length hair, I only ever needed to buy one pack. The conditioner that comes with this is fabulous and I love the smell.\n\nI stopped using it after a couple of years when I went to the hairdressers to dye my hair a medium ash brown. The product was deposited to heavily into the hair shaft that the colour wouldn't lift at all and I had to wait a year to grow my hair out plus have it cut significantly shorter in order to go lighter. Be careful of using this if you're going darker as even though it's semi-permanent, it will not wash out completely and you may have problems in the future if you are looking to go lighter. \n\nI now use it about once a year when I feel my hair needs a bit of a boost. But I only use it in lighter colours and use it more as a toner rather than to change the colour of my hair.\n\nPROS\nA beautiful colour range - there's something for everyone\nLeaves hair very soft and thick\nNo ammonia so no heavy chemical smell\n\nCONS\nDarker colours to not wash out completely - beware if you're looking for a temporary colour change as it may deposit colour that will be hard to remove\n\nREPURCHASE?\nYes, as after trial and error I know how to use it to get the results I want.\n

I adore this semi permanent hair colour from L'Oréal, this casting cream gloss totally covers my greys and is actually really hydrating, it leaves my hair really soft and shiny after use and the colour is high intensity and really lasts for ages. This colour is easy to use for a professional finish, the instructions are easy and with no ammonia it has no offensive smell. Use the gloves provided and an old shir, I keep one just for hair colouring, apply the product, massage in, put on an old shower cap to prevent drips , leave 20 minutes and rinse out, condition rinse and style as normal. I use ebony black on my super dark hair and it is an intense rich colour that leaves a super shine that I always receive comments on. This product is great value for money, at under ... MoreI adore this semi permanent hair colour from L'Oréal, this casting cream gloss totally covers my greys and is actually really hydrating, it leaves my hair really soft and shiny after use and the colour is high intensity and really lasts for ages. This colour is easy to use for a professional finish, the instructions are easy and with no ammonia it has no offensive smell. Use the gloves provided and an old shir, I keep one just for hair colouring, apply the product, massage in, put on an old shower cap to prevent drips , leave 20 minutes and rinse out, condition rinse and style as normal. I use ebony black on my super dark hair and it is an intense rich colour that leaves a super shine that I always receive comments on. This product is great value for money, at under $18.00 it is much cheaper than a salon colour and as it's so easy a great way to save money, enriched with royal jelly the professional colour and shine is divine, I love it and highly recommend it.\nPros\nEasy to use\nGreat intense colour and high shine\nNo ammonia so no nasty scent\nGreat value\nCons\nYou do have to contain drips and mess while colour is developing , I use a shower cap so this is really quite easy to do.\n

Easy to apply and even coverage

I tried out the Amber 645 colour on my ash-blonde with blonde ends hair. I turned out darker than I expected, like more of a chestnut brown/red colour. However, I've noticed that box dye always turns out darker on my hair, no matter how blonde I am.The application is really easy and turned out really even. I started with the roots and worked my way down, as the bottom of my hair is lighter than the roots. The colour came out really even, so I'm happy with that. I did pretty much massage in the colour for ten minutes to really make sure there was an even application.The conditioner is amazing. It smells so good and it made my hair so soft and shiny. I have no idea how long the colour will last, but my hair feels really good.4/5 stars, as I'm not a 100% sure ... MoreI tried out the Amber 645 colour on my ash-blonde with blonde ends hair. I turned out darker than I expected, like more of a chestnut brown/red colour. However, I've noticed that box dye always turns out darker on my hair, no matter how blonde I am.The application is really easy and turned out really even. I started with the roots and worked my way down, as the bottom of my hair is lighter than the roots. The colour came out really even, so I'm happy with that. I did pretty much massage in the colour for ten minutes to really make sure there was an even application.The conditioner is amazing. It smells so good and it made my hair so soft and shiny. I have no idea how long the colour will last, but my hair feels really good.4/5 stars, as I'm not a 100% sure whether it's the dye that causes to be darker than it's supposed to be or if it's my own hair doing that. Either way, it's a good product to try if you're looking to change your hair colour for a few weeks.

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Bought this L’Oréal Paris Casting Crème Gloss during COVID times to cover my grey hair. My hair was dark brown and I figured this should work. I followed the instructions and used the dye. Instructions were very easy to follow. Washed the hair out the conditioner and then blow dried my hair. My hair look and felt amazing. It didn’t damage my hair, my hair was hydrated and my hair was super shiny. This effectively covered all my greys as well. Highly recommend this L’Oréal Paris Casting Crème Gloss hair colour

So many shades!

I have used this hair dye for year and years. The shade names have changed over time, but I always opted for a shade with the word "chocolate" in it and was never disappointed. I have dark brown hair so I didn't want any drastic changes, I just wanted to add a little "something something". The rich brown with red undertones was beautiful and people always commented on how great my hair looked, saying it was healthy and shiny. It faded naturally too and didn't appear to damage my hair.It's affordable and you can usually get them on a decent sale if like me you have long hair and need two boxes. I never had any allergy issues or weird staining, although I always put moisturiser around my hairline to avoid the dye staining my skin. I like the gloves it comes with, ... MoreI have used this hair dye for year and years. The shade names have changed over time, but I always opted for a shade with the word "chocolate" in it and was never disappointed. I have dark brown hair so I didn't want any drastic changes, I just wanted to add a little "something something". The rich brown with red undertones was beautiful and people always commented on how great my hair looked, saying it was healthy and shiny. It faded naturally too and didn't appear to damage my hair.It's affordable and you can usually get them on a decent sale if like me you have long hair and need two boxes. I never had any allergy issues or weird staining, although I always put moisturiser around my hairline to avoid the dye staining my skin. I like the gloves it comes with, they're not too big to be able to apply the product nicely throughout your hair. This is the only line of box dye kits I will ever buy.