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Editor's Pick
L'Oreal Paris Feria Shimmering Hair Color
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Editor's Pick
L'Oreal Paris Feria Shimmering Hair Color
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- Bright, bold color
Cons
- Not for subtle color change
Ready to have a bit of fiery redhead fun? This shimmery hair color will most definitely help. If you're a natural brunette, a red-toned auburn will bring you all the attitude of a bright red with half the maintenance.
Number of process steps: | 4 |
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Application type: | Gel |
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Best Budget
Revlon Colorsilk Beautiful Color Permanent Hair Color
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Best Budget
Revlon Colorsilk Beautiful Color Permanent Hair Color
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- Most affordable option
Cons
- May require extra conditioning
This bestselling brand offers a delicious cherry red color that's sure to grab attention. With an easy-to-apply cream, you get a rich, vibrant shade that covers grays. It is ammonia-free and super affordable, which is great if you want to dip your toe in the dye pool for the first time.
Number of process steps: | 3 |
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Application type: | Cream |
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Best Coverage
Clairol Nice'n Easy Hair Dye
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Best Coverage
Clairol Nice'n Easy Hair Dye
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- Natural looking shade
Cons
- May have strong odor
Get the recognizable strawberry blonde tones of Emma Stone and Jessica Chastain with this gentle box dye. This light shade goes well with cooler skin tones or freckles and has a softer hue for a gentler look. In addition to depositing dreamy reddish-blonde color, it promises total gray coverage, too.
Number of process steps: | 3 |
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Application type: | Cream |
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Under $10
Garnier Nutrisse Nourishing Color Creme
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Under $10
Garnier Nutrisse Nourishing Color Creme
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- Great for brunettes
Cons
- May drip when applied
Looking to wade into becoming a redhead before completely diving in? This reddish-brown dye will be the perfect segue into the red color family. The mixture of avocado, olive, and shea oils will make sure your hair is extra nourished.
Number of process steps: | 4 |
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Application type: | Cream |
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Best for Root Touch-Ups
Revlon Root Touchup Hair Dye
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Best for Root Touch-Ups
Revlon Root Touchup Hair Dye
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- Easy and fast to use for touchups
Cons
- Does not cover whole strands
Already have color-treated red hair but need a solution for your grown-out roots? This easy-to-use kit delivers permanent color to seamlessly blend your roots with the rest of your hair.
Number of process steps: | 1 |
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Application type: | Cream |
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Best for Natural Hair
SoftSheen-Carson Dark & Lovely Fade Resist Hair Color
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Best for Natural Hair
SoftSheen-Carson Dark & Lovely Fade Resist Hair Color
Now 20% Off
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- Specifically formulated for hair of African decent
Cons
- 14-day waiting period after relaxing hair
Give your curls some "red hot rhythm" with this vibrant copper-red dye. Formulated specifically for natural hair of African decent, Dark & Lovely protects your curls with major hydration while adding vibrancy to the color. You can also use it with chemically treated hair, but you should wait two weeks before coloring.
Number of process steps: | 2 |
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Application type: | Jelly |
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11,000+ Reviews
Garnier Olia Bold Hair Color
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11,000+ Reviews
Garnier Olia Bold Hair Color
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- Intense color
Cons
- Color may fade
This eye-catching color will help you transform your tresses into the likes of Jessica Chastain's. And because the dye is formulated with a 60 percent blend of oils, your mane could be just as shiny as hers.
Number of process steps: | 3 |
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Application type: | Cream |
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Gentle Formula
Schwarzkopf Simply Color Hair Color
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Gentle Formula
Schwarzkopf Simply Color Hair Color
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- Best for sensitive skin
Cons
- Color may look darker than expected
A dark red hair color that looks rich and delicious? Yes, please. Beyond the gorgeous shade it creates, this box dye does so without ammonia, silicone, or alcohol, ensuring a healthier (and safer) at-home dyeing experience.
Number of process steps: | 3 |
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Application type: | Cream |
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7 Shades Available
L'Oreal Paris Superior Preference Hair Color in Auburn Brown
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7 Shades Available
L'Oreal Paris Superior Preference Hair Color in Auburn Brown
Now 23% Off
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- Rich, long-lasting color
Cons
- May be runnier than other creams
If Debra Messing is your red hair idol, look no further than this reddish-brown hair dye. The rich formula is designed to deliver eight weeks of fade-resistant color, simultaneously concealing all grays in the process.
Number of process steps: | 3 |
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Application type: | Cream |
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19,000+ Reviews
Schwarzkopf Keratin Color Hair Color Cream
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19,000+ Reviews
Schwarzkopf Keratin Color Hair Color Cream
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- Anti-breakage formula
Cons
- Color may bleed
If you prefer to have dark hair, you can try this deep color that has a hint of red. The formula also works to prevent breakage, cover grays, and strengthen strands from roots to ends.
Number of process steps: | 3 |
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Application type: | Cream |
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10-Minute Treatment
Clairol Nice'n Easy Perfect 10
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10-Minute Treatment
Clairol Nice'n Easy Perfect 10
Now 28% Off
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- Fastest process
Cons
- May have strong odor
This stunning, natural-looking dye kit takes just ten minutes to totally transform your hair and lasts up to 60 days. Just make sure you use it immediately after mixing because it activates quickly!
Number of process steps: | 3 |
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Application type: | Cream |
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Best Semi-Permanent
oVertone Ginger Coloring Conditioner
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Best Semi-Permanent
oVertone Ginger Coloring Conditioner
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- Takes only 10 minutes
Cons
- Works better on light hair
Not ready to actually dye your hair red? Consider testing the waters with a color-depositing conditioner instead. This ginger one will deliver a coppery color that'll last for a few washes.
Number of process steps: | 1 |
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Application type: | Conditioner |
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