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Featuring ColorBond Technology and 5 fruit oils
Provides ultra vibrant nourished hair color in 1 step
The color of the result will depend on the color of your hair
For all hair types – straight, wavy, and curly
Featuring a silicone-free conditioner that provides 2x shiner, silkier, and nourished hair.*
What’s inside the kit: developer, color crème, fruit oil ampoule, after-color conditioner
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Ultra vibrant hair color, even on dark hair
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NUTRISSE ULTRA COLOR R3 - Light Intense Auburn

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Bold red shade. Achieve up to 8 weeks of fade-resistant bold vibrant color, with five nourishing fruit oils. For all hair textures.
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Garnier Nutrisse Ultra Color R3 - Light Intense Auburn (Red Hibiscus) is a permanent light auburn hair dye with warm, intense, and ultra-reflective tones. This auburn hair color is an excellent option as a red hair dye for dark hair* (natural hair between light brown and the darkest brown).

Powered by Nutrisse ColorBond technology, the non-drip creme formula deeply infuses each hair fiber with high-contrast dyes to reveal bold color that stays fade-resistant for up to 8 weeks. The included ampoule contains grape seed oil to nourish as your color and lock in this vibrant auburn hair dye shade. The silicon-free conditioner is enriched with five sustainably-sourced fruit oils (avocado, shea, olive, argan, and coconut) for an after-color treatment that leaves your hair silkier, more nourished, and twice as shiny as uncolored, unwashed hair.

* This light auburn hair dye shade is not recommended for hair that has previously been colored medium brown and darker. Results can be overly intense on bleached and highlighted hair. Use our Shade Selector Tool to find the shade for you!

The Benefits of Light Intense Auburn Hair Dye

Garnier Nutrisse Ultra Color R3 light auburn hair dye nourishes as it colors with a grape seed ampoule and silicone-free conditioner enriched with 5 fruit oils. Nutrisse's ColorBond technology delivers deep, rich color for up to 8 weeks of 100% gray coverage and twice the shine as uncolored, unwashed hair.

Key Features of Auburn Hair Dye

What it’s good for: Garnier Nutrisse Ultra Color R3 auburn hair dye is a red hair dye for dark hair that is not already color-treated.
Size: Boxed kit containing one application
Contents: Color, developer, conditioner, oil treatment, gloves, instructions
Hair type: This auburn hair dye is formulated for all hair textures.
Social benefits: Vegan and cruelty-free

Follow this step-by-step process when applying this color at home:

Step 1: Always do a skin test 48 hours before
Step 2: Apply to dry, unwashed hair. Put on gloves and wrap shoulders in an old towel.
Step 3: Squeeze ampoule and colorant into developer bottle
Step 4: Break off the tip, hold finger over opening, and shake bottle for 30 seconds
Step 5: Apply


All-over color:

• Apply color at the roots, then move down through the lengths
• Extend color through the ends, and massage into hair
• Leave on for 30 minutes (35 minutes for lots of gray/coarse hair)


Root touchup:

• Apply color at the roots
• Leave on for 20 minutes (25 minutes for lots of gray/coarse hair)
• Comb through lengths and ends and wait another 5-10 minutes

Step 6: Massage hair thoroughly before rinsing
Step 7: Rinse hair thoroughly until water runs clear
Step 8: Apply after-color conditioner and leave on for 2-3 minutes
Step 9: Rinse thoroughly
Step 10: Recommended: Wait 24-48 hours before shampooing

Key Ingredients:
• Grape seed oil ampoule
• Garnier Nutrisse Ultra Color light auburn hair dye with ColorBond technology
• After-color conditioner with olive, avocado, coconut, argan, and shea oils

 

CRÈME DEVELOPER:
1210216 AQUA / WATER / EAU • HYDROGEN PEROXIDE • CETEARYL ALCOHOL • SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE • SODIUM BENZOATE • ETIDRONIC ACID • CITRIC ACID • TETRASODIUM EDTA (F.I.L.# T70016131/1)
AFTER COLOR CONDITIONER:
1229040 C AQUA / WATER / EAU • CETEARYL ALCOHOL • STEARAMIDOPROPYL DIMETHYLAMINE • ISOPROPYL MYRISTATE • CETYL ESTERS • HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL / SUNFLOWER SEED OIL • PARFUM / FRAGRANCE • BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII BUTTER / SHEA BUTTER • TARTARIC ACID • BENZYL ALCOHOL • CAPRYLYL GLYCOL • SALICYLIC ACID • OLEA EUROPAEA FRUIT OIL / OLIVE FRUIT OIL • ARGANIA SPINOSA KERNEL OIL • COCOS NUCIFERA OIL / COCONUT OIL • PERSEA GRATISSIMA OIL / AVOCADO OIL • LINALOOL • TOCOPHEROL • ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS LEAF EXTRACT / ROSEMARY LEAF EXTRACT • CITRIC ACID (F.I.L.# T289338/2)
FRUIT OIL AMPOULE:
1285040 PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM / MINERAL OIL / HUILE MINERALE • VITIS VINIFERA SEED OIL / GRAPE SEED OIL • PARFUM / FRAGRANCE • OLEA EUROPAEA FRUIT OIL / OLIVE FRUIT OIL • COCOS NUCIFERA OIL / COCONUT OIL • BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII BUTTER / SHEA BUTTER • PERSEA GRATISSIMA OIL / AVOCADO OIL • TOCOPHEROL • HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL / SUNFLOWER SEED OIL • ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS EXTRACT / ROSEMARY EXTRACT • ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS LEAF EXTRACT / ROSEMARY LEAF EXTRACT • CITRIC ACID (F.I.L.# T70016175/1)
NOURISHING COLOR CRÈME:
1285296 H AQUA / WATER / EAU • CETEARYL ALCOHOL • AMMONIUM HYDROXIDE • CETEARETH-25 • COCAMIDE MEA • STEARIC ACID • PALMITIC ACID • 1-HYDROXYETHYL 4,5-DIAMINO PYRAZOLE SULFATE • PROPYLENE GLYCOL • PARFUM / FRAGRANCE • SODIUM SULFITE • 4-AMINO-2-HYDROXYTOLUENE • ISOPROPYL MYRISTATE • ASCORBIC ACID • POLYQUATERNIUM-6 • GLYCERIN • PEG-40/PPG-8 METHYLAMINOPROPYL/HYDROXYPROPYL DIMETHICONE COPOLYMER • SODIUM HYDROXIDE • SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE • 5-AMINO-6-CHLORO-o-CRESOL • CETRIMONIUM CHLORIDE • DIPROPYLENE GLYCOL • MYRISTIC ACID • m-AMINOPHENOL • TOLUENE-2,5-DIAMINE • TETRASODIUM EDTA • p-AMINOPHENOL • THIOGLYCERIN • SODIUM METABISULFITE (F.I.L.# T70029775/2)

Discover The Benefits of Nutrisse Ultra Color

Avocado with oils and red dye drips

Nourish As You Color

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.

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Infused with high impact dyes

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
Allergy Test
Preparation
Combine
Shake
Application Option 1: Full Head
Application Option 1: Full Head
Application Option 1: Full Head
Application Option 2: Roots Retouch
Application Option 2: Roots Retouch
Rinse and Condition
01
Allergy Test
48 hours before each use of the product, complete an allergy alert test, even if you have used hair color products before.
02
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.
03
Combine
Squeeze the entire contents of the ampoule and color crème tube into the applicator bottle.
04
Shake
Shake the mixture for 30 seconds to mix evenly. Break off the tip of the applicator to start applying.
05
Application Option 1: Full Head
Begin with your roots by using the bottle to separate the hair section by section and applying the colorant.
06
Application Option 1: Full Head
Apply through the lengths and ends and massage well into your hair to evenly spread the colorant.
07
Application Option 1: Full Head
Leave the formula on your hair for 30 minutes, or 35 minutes if you have a lot of grays.
08
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.
09
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.
10
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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Light Intense Auburn Hair Dye Frequently Asked Questions

Is Garnier Nutrisse Ultra Color R3 a red hair dye for dark hair?

Garnier Nutrisse Ultra Color R3, also known as Red Hibiscus, is an auburn hair dye that’s works best on natural hair between light brown and darkest brown. We do not recommend this shade for hair that has been previously colored (any hair color brand) medium brown or darker because hair dye cannot predictably lighten color-treated hair.

What is the color result of R3 Light Intense Auburn hair dye?
Light Intense Auburn hair dye is formulated for a true red result to dramatically transform naturally dark hair with bold, ultra-reflective tones.

How long does Garnier Nutrisse Ultra Color R3 last?
This auburn red hair dye by Nutrisse Ultra Color provides to 8 weeks of fade-resistant, ultra-vibrant color. Our ColorBond technology effectively infuses high-impact dyes deep into the hair fiber to reveal bold color.

Is R3 Light Intense Auburn hair dye good for naturally dark hair?
Red Hibiscus light auburn hair dye is specifically formulated for natural hair between light brown and darkest brown, but not for these shades of color-treated hair.

Can I use Garnier Nutrisse Ultra Color R3 on color-treated hair?
Garnier Nutrisse Ultra Color R3 auburn red hair dye is not recommended for hair that has previously been colored in medium brown shades or darker because the results would be impossible to foresee. This shade may also be too intense on bleached or highlighted hair.

Does Garnier Nutrisse Ultra Color R3 work on all hair textures?
Yes, thanks to ColorBond technology, this light auburn hair dye provides up to 8 weeks of fade-resistant color on all hair textures.

What makes Garnier Nutrisse Ultra Color R3 different from regular auburn hair dye?
The difference between Garnier Nutrisse Ultra Color R3 light auburn hair dye and regular auburn hair dye is that it’s powered by ColorBond technology that deeply infuses each hair fiber with high-contrast dyes. It also includes a nourishing grape seed oil ampoule and silicon-free conditioner that leave hair silkier and twice as shiny as uncolored, unwashed hair.

What comes in the Garnier Nutrisse Ultra Color R3 kit?
The Nutrisse Ultra Color R3 kit comes with:
> Grape seed oil ampoule
> Garnier Nutrisse Ultra Color light auburn hair dye
> Crème developer
> After-color conditioner with 5 fruit oils
> Gloves and full instructions

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LOVE IT! <3

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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Turned my hair Black!!!!!

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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Port Washington, WI
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Age:18-24
Gender:Female
Hair Type:Curly
Hair Color:Brown

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.

Yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on RA1 - Deep Intense Auburn

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Columbia, MO
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Age:25-34
Gender:Female
Hair Type:Fine or Flat
Hair Color:Brown

LOVE this shade!!

10 days ago
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

Yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on RP1 - Cherry Flamingo

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Age:18-24
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Hair Type:Fine or Flat
Hair Color:Black

Good

30 days ago
I like the dye, i love how it is very visible in the sun like bright red and it shows good on black hairr.

Yes, I recommend this product.

  • Soo prettyy

Originally posted on RP1 - Cherry Flamingo

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Conditioner not the same and hard to get out.

7 months ago
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.

Originally posted on RP1 - Cherry Flamingo

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7 months ago
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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!
Houston Texas
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Age:25-34
Gender:Female
Hair Type:Normal
Hair Color:Brown

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

No, I do not recommend this product.

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8 months ago
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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.
san francisco
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Age:18-24
Gender:Female
Hair Type:Normal
Hair Color:Brown

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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.
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8 months ago
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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!
Bronx, NY
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Age:25-34
Gender:Female
Hair Type:Curly
Hair Color:Brown

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.

Originally posted on BR2 - Dark Intense Burgundy

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Independence Mo
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Age:55-64
Gender:Female
Hair Type:Dry or Dull
Hair Color:Red

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!!!

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Q: I died my hair this color because it was the only option closest to pink but I didn't like how dark it actually was. How can I lighten it?

6 months ago

Originally posted on RP1 - Cherry Flamingo

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  • 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.
    5 months ago
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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?

a year ago

Originally posted on BR1 - Deepest Intense Burgundy

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    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 year ago
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    • 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
      a year ago
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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 year ago

    Originally posted on RA1 - Deep Intense Auburn

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    • 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.
      a year ago
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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 year ago

    Originally posted on RP1 - Cherry Flamingo

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    • 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.
      a year ago
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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 year ago

    Originally posted on RP1 - Cherry Flamingo

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    • 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.
      a year ago
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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

    2 years ago

    Originally posted on RZ4 - Scarlett Ronze

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      Q: Does the Cherry Flamingo hair color bleed when wet?

      2 years ago

      Originally posted on RP1 - Cherry Flamingo

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      • 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.
        2 years ago
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      Q: I currently use #56, brownish red, would this work for me. It's so pretty.

      2 years ago

      Originally posted on RC1 - Terracotta Chili

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      • 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!
        2 years ago
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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

      3 years ago

      Originally posted on RP1 - Cherry Flamingo

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      • 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.
        3 years ago
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