7 Black Hair Dyes for a Bold, Shiny New Color

Hair color trends like pumpkin spice latte or cherry blonde hair will come and go, but shades like platinum blonde and black hair color will always remain classics. While black hair can feel particularly edgy due to its dark, inky color, the shine and vibrancy are still unmatched. If you’re looking to upgrade your strands with striking color, few shades can match the stark yet luminous appearance of black hair.

So, if you’re ready to rock with a dark new hue, a black hair color can be in your near future — all you need is the right at-home hair color kit. Take notes and discover the best black hair dyes to achieve this rich and dazzling hair color at home. 

What Black Hair Dye Is Best?

Not all black hair dye is created equally. Some black shades appear more muted, like soft black, while others offer a more vibrant color, like blue-black. Below, check out seven black hair dyes we love to determine which black hair dye you should color your mane. 

L’Oréal Paris Excellence Créme Permanent Triple Protection Hair Color in Natural Black

Fool people into thinking black is your natural hair color with the help of this permanent hair dye. This natural shade of black dye has subtle hints of brown throughout for a toned-down appearance. It also offers 100 percent gray coverage if you need it.

L’Oréal Paris Superior Preference Fade-Defying Shine Permanent Hair Color in Ultimate Black

This rich, black hair dye kit delivers a super shiny, luminous hair color that won’t get brassy. If you’re looking for simple true to color black hair dye without notes of brown or blue, this is the one to pick.

L’Oréal Paris Superior Preference Fade-Defying Shine Permanent Hair Color in Soft Black

If you’re afraid that a black hair color will wash out your pale or fair skin, try a softer shade of black hair dye. This one is perfect for the job, offering the richness of black color with a muted finish that won’t result in a stark contrast against your skin.

L’Oréal Paris Féria Multi-Faceted Shimmering Permanent Hair Color in Starry Night

If the goal is bold, onyx tresses, try this amped-up shade of black hair dye. This gorgeous, multifaceted hair color features a black base with bright, violet undertones, resulting in a trendsetting mane that’ll instantly draw the eye when it catches the light. Plus, it’s a great option for those with dark and olive skin tones.

L’Oréal Paris Superior Preference Fade-Defying Shine Permanent Hair Color in Black Sapphire

For a shining, black hair color with hints of blue, look no further than this at-home hair dye kit. Thanks to cool-toned shades of sapphire blue, it’s sure to give your strands a vivid, blue-black pop with a high-shine finish.

L’Oréal Paris Féria Multi-Faceted Shimmering Permanent Hair Color in Black Leather

For classic black strands, you can’t beat this straightforward box dye. The shimmering color coats your tresses with brilliant, black color and a gorgeous, glossy finish. Just be sure to follow the directions in the kit to get the gorgeous results you desire.

L’Oréal Paris Men Expert One-Twist Permanent Hair Color

Any of the above options will work great for all hair types, and all  genders, but we understand that the guys sometimes want hair color for men — meaning, it was made just for them. this one-twist permanent hair color for men is perfect for gray coverage or when you jut want a quick color change. It’s easy-to-use, and available in three black colors including Deepest Black (pitch-black), Jet Black (lighter dark black) and Real Black (natural-looking black). 

How to Care for Black Hair Color 

As with any hair switch, using hair products made for color-treated hair can do wonders to preserve the shine and vibrancy of your new shade. Here, learn how to upkeep dyed black hair with a few tips and nourishing hair care products.

1. Repair Damaged Hair

All color-treated hair needs extra help to repair weak hair bonds that may have been affected during the coloring process. To combat damage and replenish hair with nutrients, use a bond repairing system like the L’Oréal Paris EverPure Bond Strengthening system. 

This three-step hair routine system features products that strengthen damaged hair using a  citric acid bonding complex that penetrates inside the hair cortex to rebuild weak hair bonds. Start by applying L’Oréal Paris EverPure Bond Strengthening Pre-Shampoo Treatment to wet hair and letting it sit for 5 to 10 minutes before rinsing the concentrate out. 

Then, cleanse your scalp with L’Oréal Paris EverPure Sulfate Free Bond Repair Shampoo with Citric Acid which gently washes away dirt and grime without stripping out your black hair dye. Finish the bond strengthening routine by adding moisture to strands and detangling them with L’Oréal Paris EverPure Sulfate Free Bond Repair Conditioner with Citric Acid. 

2. Refresh Color With Hair Gloss 

Another way to give your jet-black hair color a touch-up is with an at-home toning gloss like L’Oréal Paris Le Color Gloss One Step In-Shower Toning Gloss. This luxurious, in-shower gloss boosts shine, enhances color and deep conditions your mane in as little as five minutes, but it can be left on for 15 minutes for a deeper treatment. Whenever your black hair starts to look dull or the color begins to fade, reach for this gloss treatment in the Clear or Cool Brunette shade to refresh your color as needed.

3. Use Heat Protectant

If hot tools are a staple in your styling routine, this can lead to faded hair color and damaged strands. Always remember to prime your hair with a heat protectant like L’Oréal Paris Elvive Dream Lengths Frizz Killer Serum Leave-In to shield hair against heat damage up to 450 degrees. Additionally, use your hot tools on the lowest temperature setting and pass through each section of hair once to avoid frying your hair.

To avoid heat styling altogether, consider wearing other styles like overnight beach waves or space buns. Those with curly hair can reach for a curl-enhancing cream like L’Oréal Paris Elvive Dream Lengths Curls Leave-in Conditioner to define their natural curl pattern and sport a wash-and-go style.

4. Keep Root Touch-Up on Hand

While black hair color is fairly easy to touch up at home, if your natural roots aren’t a dark shade, they’re going to be very noticeable as your natural hair grows. 

For a quick permanent fix, use a hair coloring kit specific for recent regrowth (less than three weeks to be exact) like L’Oréal Paris Magic Root Root Rescue 10 Minute Root Hair Coloring Kit in Black or Soft Black.

For a quick temporary fix, cover your roots with L’Oréal Paris Magic Root Cover Up in Black. Hold the can four to six inches away from your hair, spray your roots and partly through the length of your hair to blend the color. Let it dry before styling hair. This root cover up has a non-sticky finish that will conceal all traces of grays or new growth until you wash it out.

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