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OLIA 5.0 - Medium Brown

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Transform your hair with Garnier Olia 5.0 Medium Brown, an ammonia-free permanent hair color that delivers a natural-looking medium brown result. Powered by a 60% oil blend with natural flower oils, Olia visibly improves hair quality, leaving it hydrated, silky, and up to 3X shinier*. Enjoy a comfortable, non-drip application with a pleasant scent and a soft, shiny finish.
*Based on instrumental tests. Hair is 3X shinier vs. uncolored, unwashed hair.
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$11.99 MSRP

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5.0 - Medium Brown

Product Information

About This Shade: 5.0 Medium Brown
Garnier Olia 5.0 Medium Brown is a classic, natural-looking medium brown shade designed for a balanced, true-to-tone result and a soft, silky finish.

Is This Shade Right for Me?
• Natural Hair: A versatile option for medium brown results on a wide range of starting shades within the brown family, from light brown to darkest brown. For a lighter shade that still reflects naturally, try shade 6.0 Light Natural Brown. For a darker natural shade try 4.0 Dark Brown. If you want to explore other shades in the medium brown family, check out 5.03 Medium Neutral Brown and 5.3 Medium Golden Brown.
• Desired Result: Ideal if you want a neutral, natural-looking medium brown without extra warm or ashy reflects. We do not recommend shade 5.0 for hair that has been previously dyed shade 3.0 Darkest Brown or darker. 
• Need More Help? Use our Shade Selector Tool to find the perfect Olia shade for you and preview with Virtual Try-On.

About Olia Hair Color
Garnier Olia is our oil-powered, ammonia-free permanent hair color. The 60% oil blend with naturally derived flower oils helps deliver radiant color while visibly improving hair quality for a hydrated, silky feel and up to 3X shinier hair vs. uncolored, unwashed hair.

Shade Description:
5.0 Medium Brown is a natural, neutral medium brunette tone. This classic shade provides a balanced, rich brown without brassiness, delivering vivid, long-lasting color and exceptional shine.

Benefits

Why You'll Love Olia 5.0 Medium Brown
•  Ammonia-Free Formula: A more pleasant scent and comfortable coloring experience.
 60% Oil-Powered: Our unique oil blend visibly improves hair quality, leaving it softer and healthier-looking.
 Natural-Looking Result: A true medium brown with a balanced, neutral finish.
 Up to 3X Shinier Hair: Hair appears brighter and glossier after coloring.
 Hydrated & Silky Feel: Leaves hair feeling soft, smooth, and nourished.
 Non-Drip Crème: Easy, even application from roots to ends.
 Permanent Color: Long-lasting, radiant results.

Key Features

What Makes Olia 5.0 Medium Brown Unique
 Shade 5.0 Medium Brown: A neutral, natural-looking medium brown.
• Ammonia-Free: No harsh ammonia smell during application.
• 60% Oil Blend: Infused with naturally derived flower oils (including sunflower and camellia) for a smooth, silky finish.
• Non-Drip Formula: Velvety crème texture for precise application.
• After-Color Conditioner: Designed to leave hair soft and shiny.
• For All Hair Textures: Formulated for even, uniform results across hair types.
• Form: Crème Formula
• Container: Box Kit

Packaging Details
• This product comes as a complete hair coloring kit, packaged in a corrugated board box.
Size: 1 Piece.
Product Dimensions: 6.5 in x 3.5 in x 2.7 in.
Product Form: Hair Coloring Kit.

Instructions of Use

Simple Steps for a Natural-Looking Medium Brown
Always read and follow the instruction leaflet in the box. Perform a skin allergy test 48 hours before each application.

Step 1: Prep
 Put on gloves and protect clothing with a towel.
 Start on dry, unwashed hair. Part hair into 4 sections for control.
Step 2: Mix
 Open the developer applicator bottle.
 Squeeze the entire tube of colorant into the developer.
 Re-cap and shake vigorously until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Apply
 Full-Head Application (virgin hair or not colored in 3+ months): Apply to roots first, then work through mid-lengths and ends. Massage to ensure even saturation.
 Root Touch-Up (visible regrowth): Apply to roots only. After the initial development time listed in the leaflet, work remaining mixture through lengths and ends as directed.
Step 4: Develop
 Leave on for the time indicated in the instruction leaflet for your application type. Do not exceed recommended time.
Step 5: Rinse
 Add a small amount of warm water to emulsify, then rinse thoroughly until water runs clear.
Step 6: Condition
 Apply the included after-color conditioner as directed, then rinse. Style as usual.

Ingredients

What's Inside Olia 5.0 Medium Brown
Key Ingredients: 60% oil-powered system with naturally derived flower oils; after-color conditioner with nourishing oils for softness and shine.

DEVELOPER: 1071397 AQUA/WATER/EAU, PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM/MINERAL OIL/HUILE MINERALE, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, HYDROGEN PEROXIDE, STEARETH-20, PEG-4 RAPESEEDAMIDE, GLYCERIN, POLYQUATERNIUM-6, HEXADIMETHRINE CHLORIDE, TOCOPHEROL, PENTASODIUM PENTETATE
AFTER COLOR CONDITIONER: 1119728 A AQUA/WATER/EAU, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, BEHENTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE, CETYL ESTERS, TOCOPHEROL, TRIDECETH-6, CHLORHEXIDINE DIGLUCONATE, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL/SUNFLOWER SEED OIL, CAMELLIA OLEIFERA SEED OIL, AMODIMETHICONE, ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL, PARFUM / FRAGRANCE, CITRIC ACID, CETRIMONIUM CHLORIDE. F.I.L.# D180530/1 US PATENTS: 7,223,385; 7,485,289

COLORANT: 1177017 PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM/MINERAL OIL/HUILE MINERALE, AQUA/WATER/EAU, ETHANOLAMINE, DECYL GLUCOSIDE, SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE, PEG-40 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL, PARFUM / FRAGRANCE, DISODIUM COCOAMPHODIACETATE, TOLUENE-2,5-DIAMINE, RESORCINOL, HYDROXYPROPYL GUAR, SODIUM METABISULFITE, EDTA, ASCORBIC ACID, m-AMINOPHENOL, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL/SUNFLOWER SEED OIL, LIMNANTHES ALBA SEED OIL/MEADOWFOAM SEED OIL, PASSIFLORA INCARNATA/PASSIFLORA INCARNATA SEED OIL, CAMELLIA OLEIFERA SEED OIL, HYDROXYBENZOMORPHOLINE, 2,4-DIAMINOPHENOXYETHANOL HCl, THIOGLYCERIN, TOCOPHEROL. F.I.L.# D180158/1 US PATENTS: 7,060,107; 7,988,737; 7,988,738; 8,066,781; 8,114,170; 7,494,513 US PAT PENDING SODIUM STANNATE, TETRASODIUM PYROPHOSPHATE, PHOSPHORIC ACID. F.I.L.# D42424/9

3X SHINIER HAIR

Up to 3X more shine vs. unwashed, uncolored hair; powered by 60% oils and no ammonia.

100% GRAY COVERAGE

Permanent, ammonia-free formula with high-tenacity dyes delivers 100% gray coverage in a rich result.

WHAT’S IN THE BOX

Developer applicator bottle, Colorant tube, After Color Conditioner, Protective gloves, Instruction leaflet.

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Olia 5.0 Medium Brown Frequently Asked Questions

What Shade Result Can I Expect from Olia 5.0 Medium Brown?

You can expect a neutral, natural-looking medium brown result from Olia 5.0. Olia 5.0 is designed for a balanced finish that lets your natural undertones show without added warm or ashy reflects.

Is Olia 5.0 Medium Brown Right for My Starting Hair Color?

Olia 5.0 is best for natural hair in the brown family. If you’re between light brown and dark brown, Olia 5.0 targets a classic medium brown outcome. Use the Shade Selector to confirm fit based on your current level and tone.

How Is Olia Different from Traditional Hair Dye?

Olia 5.0 Medium Brown is ammonia-free and oil-powered. Its 60% oil blend provides a comfortable application and silky, shiny finish.

How Many Boxes Do I Need for Full Coverage?

Olia 5.0 Medium Brown typically needs one box. Use two boxes for hair past shoulders, very thick hair, or dense regrowth.

Should I Do a Full-Head Application Or A Root Touch-Up?

Follow instructions for a full-head for virgin hair or if you haven’t colored in 3+ months; follow instructions for root touch-up for visible regrowth. After roots process, pull color through lengths as directed in the leaflet.

How Do I Reduce Staining on Skin During Application?

Apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly around the hairline and ears before coloring to reduce staining on skin. Wipe any drips immediately and rinse hands often while working.

Can I Use Olia If My Hair Is Chemically Treated or Dry?

Many users color over previously processed hair but always strand test first. Follow leaflet timing, avoid overlapping on fragile lengths, and finish with the included conditioner.

What’s Included in The Olia 5.0 Medium Brown Kit?

Olia 5.0 kit includes developer applicator bottle, colorant tube, after-color conditioner, gloves, and instruction leaflet. Read and follow all directions and perform a skin allergy test 48 hours prior.

How long will Olia's hair color last before fading?

Olia is a permanent hair color, lasting until your hair grows out or is cut. However, like all permanent colors, it will gradually fade with washing and as new hair grows.

How long should I wait between washing my hair and applying hair dye?

For optimal results, we recommend waiting at least 24 hours to dye your hair after shampooing. This will help to prevent any potential reactions on the scalp after hair color application.
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