L'Oreal Paris Excellence Crème 4 Dark Brown Hair Dye
- Color: 4 Dark Brown
- Hair Color Permanence: Permanent
- Suitable Hair Color: All Hair Colors
- Full Cure Time: 8 weeks
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A complete at-home kit for full gray coverage in dark brown, with conditioning steps built in rather than sold separately.
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ASIN: B004INIW1YCategory: Hair Color
Overview
L'Oreal Paris Excellence Creme is a permanent at-home hair dye kit in shade 4 Dark Brown, built around a three-step routine with hyaluronic acid meant to cover gray hair fully.
Rather than a single dye tube, this kit bundles a protective coloring cream with a matching shampoo and deep conditioner, so the coloring and the aftercare come in one box. The gray-coverage claim is the headline feature, aimed at hair with stubborn or resistant grays.
- Permanent creme hair color
- Shade 4, Dark Brown
- Hyaluronic acid in all three kit steps
- Non-drip formula for all hair types
Who it's for
Suited to anyone coloring at home who wants full gray coverage in a dark brown shade, especially those with textures the brand flags as harder to cover. Less relevant for people only wanting subtle highlights rather than full coverage.
Pros and cons
- Formulated for 100 percent gray coverage
- Three-step kit includes shampoo and conditioner
- Non-drip creme formula for easier application
- Photos may not exactly match final color per the listing
- Single shade kit, not adjustable for partial coverage
Performance notes
The three-step routine separates the jobs: the cream does the coloring and protection, the shampoo cleanses without stripping the new color, and the deep conditioner seals moisture back in afterward. Hyaluronic acid is used across all three steps as the shared conditioning ingredient rather than only in the dye itself.
Specifications
| Brand | L'Oreal Paris |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 0.22 pounds |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | 4 Dark Brown |
| Hair Color Permanence | Permanent |
| Suitable Hair Color | All Hair Colors |
| Material Features | Compostable |
| Material Type Free | Bleach Free, Phthalate Free, Sulfate Free |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Other details | |
| Full Cure Time | 8 weeks |
| Item Form | Cream |
| Container Type | Tub Or Jar |
| Hair Type | All |
| Number Of Items | 1 |
| Product Benefits | Provides 100% gray coverage, especially on stubborn grays, and nourishes hair for all types |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Hair coloring at home, Gray coverage, Hyaluronic Acid Routine for Hydration |
| Set Name | Triple Care Color Routine |
Frequently asked questions
Does this L'Oreal Excellence Creme kit cover gray hair fully?
The listing states it is formulated to cover 100 percent of grays, including stubborn ones.
What is included in the kit besides the dye?
It includes a protective coloring cream, a caring shampoo, and a caring deep conditioner, all with hyaluronic acid.
What shade does this kit come in?
This listing is shade 4, Dark Brown.