About This Shade
Garnier Nutrisse Ultra Color BR2, Dark Intense Burgundy (Passion Fruit), sits in the middle of our burgundy range with dark, intense reflects.
Is This Shade Right For Me?
Shade BR2 is best for anyone with natural hair between medium brown and black. If you would like to explore other burgundy shades, check out BR3 Intense Burgundy (Lotus Berry).
For those who currently have color-treated hair, there are special considerations for the color result you can achieve. Not recommended for hair that has been colored medium brown or darker. Results on bleached or highlighted hair will be intense. Not recommended for predominantly gray hair. For more help, use our Shade Selector Tool to find the shade for you!
About Nutrisse Ultra Color
Garnier Nutrisse Ultra Color dramatically transforms naturally dark hair with ultra reflective tones in one step. Enjoy up to 8 weeks of fade-resistant ultra-vibrant color, with new ColorBond technology that efficiently infuses high-impact dyes deep into the hair fiber that bond together to reveal bold color. The kit comes with an ampoule of grape seed oil that nourishes your hair while you color. Ultra Color's non-drip formula allows for easy application, while the after-color conditioner is infused with five fruit oils—olive, avocado, coconut, argan, and shea—leaving your hair 2x shinier*, silkier, and more nourished.
Click here to learn more about what “natural origin” and “naturally derived ingredients” mean.
*vs uncolored, unwashed hair
Instructions of Use
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Our rich, non-drip hair color crème formula spreads easily through hair and smells great while you apply it. The hair dye kit includes everything you need: nourishing color crème, crème developer, fruit oil ampoule, silicone-free after-color conditioner, and the instruction sheet. Follow the instruction sheet for the step-by-step process or watch our how-to video below.
With 5 responsibly-sourced fruit oils—avocado, shea, olive, argan, and coconut—and our new 97% natural-origin after-color conditioner, Nutrisse Ultra Color delivers intense nourishment that leaves hair 2x shinier*, silkier, and more nourished.
*vs uncolored, unwashed hair
For All Hair Textures and Colors
Works even on dark hair! Transform your hair into an ultra vibrant bold color, from cool platinum blonde to dark intense indigo.
8 Weeks of Bold Color
Our new ColorBond technology infuses high impact dyes deep into the hair fiber that bond together to reveal up to 8 weeks of long-lasting, fade-resistant color.
How to Apply Nutrisse Ultra Color
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Allergy Test
48 hours before each use of the product, complete an allergy alert test, even if you have used hair color products before.
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Preparation
Place a towel around your shoulders, remove any jewelry, and put on the gloves. Open the color crème tube and screw the cap back on completely to pierce the tube.
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Combine
Squeeze the entire contents of the ampoule and color crème tube into the applicator bottle.
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Shake
Shake the mixture for 30 seconds to mix evenly. Break off the tip of the applicator to start applying.
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Application Option 1: Full Head
Begin with your roots by using the bottle to separate the hair section by section and applying the colorant.
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Application Option 1: Full Head
Apply through the lengths and ends and massage well into your hair to evenly spread the colorant.
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Application Option 1: Full Head
Leave the formula on your hair for 30 minutes, or 35 minutes if you have a lot of grays.
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Application Option 2: Roots Retouch
Begin with your roots by using the bottle to separate the hair section by section and applying the colorant.
Leave the formula on your hair roots for 20 minutes, or 25 minutes if you have a lot of grays.
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Application Option 2: Roots Retouch
After the time has passed, apply the formula through the lengths and ends of your hair. Massage well to ensure the colorant is evenly spread. Leave the formula on your hair for an additional 5-10 minutes.
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Rinse and Condition
Apply water to your hair and gently massage to emulsify the colorant. Rinse thoroughly until the water runs clear. Apply the silicone-free conditioner and leave on for 2-3 minutes.
Rinse thoroughly and dry your hair. Style your hair the way you like it and admire your new radiant look.
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Hair Color Virtual Try-On
Virtually try on Garnier hair colors to discover your perfect shade.
It delivers a dark burgundy shade with intense, deep reflects. The result sits in the middle of the Ultra Color burgundy range with bold depth.
Who is BR2 best suited for?
This shade works best if your natural hair color is between medium brown and black. That base helps the dark burgundy tones show clearly.
How long does the color last?
BR2 provides up to 8 weeks of fade-resistant, ultra-vibrant color. The formula is designed to keep the shade bold over time.
Is this shade recommended for color-treated hair?
It is not recommended for hair that has been colored with any brand of medium brown or darker. Results may be very intense on bleached or highlighted hair.
What makes Nutrisse Ultra Color different from classic Nutrisse?
Ultra Color is designed to dramatically transform naturally dark hair with ultra reflective tones in one step. It focuses on bold, high-impact color rather than gray coverage.
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LOVE IT! <3
Anonymous
13 years ago
Im only 15 and my mom was superrrrr nervous putting in this color. We were both afraid of how it would turn out. but IT LOOKS AMAZING :) The only thing i would change is that the color bleeds... a whole lot. i wear a white school uniform. horrible mistake. its been alomost 3 weeks and the water in my color still doesnt run clear. im also too afraid to go swimming. other than that i get SO many compliments on it. Im dying it again soon :) it also fades too fast for my taste.
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1 out of 5 stars.
Turned my hair Black!!!!!
AmandaF
12 years ago
I purchased the B2R Dark intense burgundy hair color yesterday for the simple fact that I wanted a change. My natural hair color is medium to dark brown. This color says it is specifically for darker hair... I followed all directions as written in the box, washed the color off after 25 minutes and my hair is NOT "intense auburn" by ANY means... My hair is now BLACK! The only thing it turned even a hint of red it my scalp! I did not want my hair to be black. If I wanted black hair I would have bought black hair color! Plain and simple, I'm highly upset and now that my hair is black, there is nothing I can do without paying a professional to strip all color out of my hair. which I do not have the money to do... Please see the pictures attached below of before and after... Thanks..
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SavK
Port Washington, WI
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Age:18-24
Gender:Female
Hair Type:Curly
Hair Color:Brown
5 out of 5 stars.
Love this color! Never discontinue it please!!
3 days ago
Legitimately my favorite hair color of all time. Naturally medium brown hair and this color gives me the Perfect red. My one issue is it's so hard to find :'( the past few months it hasn't been in any of the stores near me and I can barely even find it online. When I find it I buy at least 2 to 3 boxes at a time and I think I had a breakdown last time I had to dye my hair a different color. Please never stop making this color I will go with it.
My favorite shade! I get SO many compliments from others about it, too. I love that it doesn't fade to copper like a lot of other reds do. Quite frankly, I am lazy and will let my roots grow out a looooong time past due. But even when I haven't colored in a few months I still loved the color
This color is good but the new conditioner container is not great. It’s hard to get the condition out.
I used to use raspberry but when the packaging changed recently, the colour was very different and looked more like firy red. This is why I’m now using cherry.
I just wished the conditioner didn’t change.
Hi Jull, Thank you for sharing your thoughts regarding the conditioner. We appreciate your comments, and we will be passing this along for consideration. Thanks for letting us know!
Clongoria
Houston Texas
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Age:25-34
Gender:Female
Hair Type:Normal
Hair Color:Brown
1 out of 5 stars.
New garnier formula is not good
8 months ago
The R3 light intense auburn was so much better with the old formula so disappointed they changed it to this new ultra whatever color it’s too red not even a light auburn looking color Anymore use the old R3 for years and now I had no choice but to switch and look for my old R3 in different brands sooooo far it’s going on a year and still can’t find anything close to there old brand colors so I OFFICIALLY GIVE UP ON GARNIER BRAND after trying multiple different of there now new formula colors it’s a bummer they had the formula so well and they changed it on us it’s not even remotely close to the colors it was before there so ugly now
Hi Clongoria, We understand that you loved the previous version of R3 - Light Intense Auburn, and we've worked hard to ensure this new formula meets the same high standards you've come to expect from us. We are so sorry this shade did not meet your expectation, and we will be passing your comments along. Thanks for letting us know. If you would like to speak to us please call Garnier @ 1- 800-442-7643. Monday-Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM ET.
eli67
san francisco
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Age:18-24
Gender:Female
Hair Type:Normal
Hair Color:Brown
1 out of 5 stars.
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8 months ago
so i wanted to dye my hair red.. i dyed my hair this color thinking it would be like cute. BUT NO!!! even tho i used the whole thing and applied it EVERYWHERE it was patchy, only the ends and my roots were dyed red.. and the color!! it was UGLY! i did save it by dying my hair a brown a couple days later, it still stayed but it wasnt as bad. its cute fadded tho, my hair is a copper orange now and it wasnt a golden brown before. overall i dont recommend this for people who have brown hair and arent willing to bleach it before.
Hi eli67, We are so sorry to hear about your results after using Nutrisse R3 - Light Intense Auburn. Please call our toll-free guideline at 800-442-7643, M-F, 9am - 5:30pm. ET and provide case # 42608560. We look forward to your call!
Brit J
Bronx, NY
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Age:25-34
Gender:Female
Hair Type:Curly
Hair Color:Brown
5 out of 5 stars.
Soft curls!!!
8 months ago
I have 3c4a curls. I was skeptical to use this at first but using this for the first time, it left my hair feeling soft and healthy! Little strong smell but the oil ampolue masks it. BR2 its dark but I love it!
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Age:55-64
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Love it
9 months ago
Love this color. I have had 9 & 10 yr old girls & yes even boys tell me they love my hair. I get so many compliments with this shade. I hope it never goes away. If kids notice they are doing something right!!!
A: Hi there! To better assist you we ask to please give us a call at your earliest convenience at 877-254-9949 M-F 9:00 am – 5:00 pm ET to discuss this further. We're dedicated to ensuring you get the most out of your Garnier experience.
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Q: Does this color lighten your natural hair as it dyes? Like, does it lift a level or two as the red is deposited? Or is it only red pigment in the dye?
Q: hello i brought this red hair dying kit. i have naturally black hair what color will it be if i used the dye without doing something else to my hair. do i need to dye it dark brown first then use the red kit? thank you
A: Hello kandy72727. Great question! The R3 - Light Intense Auburn does not have enough lift or pigment to show up on natural black hair. Since dyed hair is even harder to lighten than natural hair, dying your hair another color first will make it even harder to see a lighter red result. Instead opt for a color with more red pigment that's made for use on natural black hair, like the Nutrisse Ultra Color R2, Medium Intense Auburn (Goji Berry).
https://www.garnierusa.com/about-our-brands/hair-color/nutrisse-ultra-color/ultra-color-r2-medium-intense-auburn
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Q: Why is there no mention of volume of developer in packaging? If it's there can you point me where to look on box?
A: Hi Aaiish! Thank you for your interest in Nutrisse Ultra Color, RA1-Red Autumn. The developer information is on the applicator bottle, imprinted above the label on the front, 20V.
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Q: I currently have my hair dyed cherry flamingo. I absolutely love the color. I have just turned 69 and I’m thinking maybe I should tone it down a little bit. What can I put over it to tone it down, but not completely get rid of it, thank you
A: Hi Country girl! Thank you for your interest in Garnier Nutrisse Ultra Hair Color. Please contact us directly so that we can better assist you @800-442-7643 M-F 9am to 5:30pm EST.
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Q: I absolutely love cherry flamingo.
I also love the conditioner that comes with all of your hair colors.
I would like to know why you don’t sell the conditioner separately?
I would definitely buy it.
A: Thank you for reaching out to GARNIER regarding the RP1 - Cherry Flamingo. We do not sell the conditioner from our kits separately. We suggest trying the Garnier Whole Blends Honey Treasures Mask. Click on this link to read about it https://tinyurl.com/y5sph29j. Although, it's not an exact replacement, we do find it has similar qualities.
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Q: Hello I wanted to know if I can mix RC1 with RZ4 with already having RC1 in my hair to get a copper color
A: Hi 1Firecracker. Thank you for reaching out to Garnier regarding the Nutrisse, shade Cherry Flamingo. Sometimes bright red colors can bleed a bit after freshly colored hair. It also depends on the porosity of your hair. If your hair is on the dryer side it tends to the hold the color and doesn't always rinse out completely. We suggest after shampooing and conditioning rinse your hair was cool water instead of warm water.
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Q: I currently use #56, brownish red, would this work for me. It's so pretty.
A: Hello Christwithay, Thanks for reaching out! RC1 Terracotta Chili delivers vibrant multi-toned red and copper results while dramatically transforming naturally dark hair. We suggest doing a strand test to preview your color. Thanks for your interest in Garnier!
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Q: How different is Garnier Nutrisse Ultra Color Nourishing Bold Permanent Hair Color Creme, RP1 Dark Pink Red compared to Garnier Nutrisse Ultra Color Nourishing Bold Permanent Hair Color Creme, R3 Light Intense Auburn?? I use the second one but want to try
A: Hi HaileyDACherry! Thank you for your question regarding Garnier Nutrisse Ultra Color RPI and R3. RPI has more tones of pink and is brighter than the R3 both are very intense colors. We hope you enjoy using as much as we do.