Clairol Root Touch-Up Permanent Hair Dye 4A Dark Ash Brown — 10-Min Gray Coverage with Salon Tools

Clairol Root Touch-Up Permanent Hair Dye in 4A Dark Ash Brown is a one-box solution that delivers 100% gray coverage at the roots in about 10 minutes, blending seamlessly with salon or at-home color.

If you want a fast, reliable way to hide regrowth without a salon visit, this kit is designed for targeted root application. The formula combines a permanent color cream with an activator and includes salon-inspired tools—brush, bowl and gloves—so you can mix, apply and rinse with professional control. ColorBlend Technology helps match your existing shade for an even, natural finish that resists sweat and touch for weeks.

How quickly will I see results and how long do they last?

You can expect full gray coverage in as little as 10 minutes, or up to 15 minutes for stubborn grays. Once developed and rinsed, the permanent color integrates with your existing dye and stays put through normal washing and styling for up to about three weeks, depending on hair care routines.

• Develops in 10 minutes for most grays; 15 minutes for resistant grays
• Permanent coverage that matches leading shades and salon color
• Lasts through regular shampooing and daily styling for up to three weeks

What steps should I follow to apply this root touch-up at home?

Application is straightforward: perform a 48-hour strand test first, then mix tube 1 (color cream) with bottle 2 (activator) in the included bowl and apply with the brush to the visible roots. After timing the development period, rinse, condition and style as usual. The kit’s brush and bowl give precision for neat, even application.

• Do a 48-hour strand test before full application
• Mix color cream and activator in the bowl using the brush provided
• Apply only to root regrowth, set a timer, then rinse and condition

Will this shade blend with my salon color or other at-home dyes?

The 4A Dark Ash Brown is formulated to pair with similar brown shades and is designed to blend seamlessly with many salon-colored and retail hair colors. ColorBlend Technology evens out the tone at the root so the regrowth integrates with existing color, minimizing harsh lines between dyed and natural hair.

• Shade 4A is a cool dark brown with ash tones for neutral, natural-looking results
• Engineered to match leading retail and salon pre-formulated shades
• Helps eliminate visible root lines by toning and blending regrowth

What comes in the kit and are professional tools included?

The kit is a complete root touch-up system: permanent color cream, activator bottle, a salon-inspired brush and mixing bowl, gloves and an instruction leaflet. These tools make it easier to apply color precisely to roots without wasting product, and the brush helps you reach hairlines and partings cleanly.

• Includes color cream tube and activator bottle for permanent results
• Salon-inspired brush and bowl for accurate mixing and application
• Disposable gloves and step-by-step instructions for safe use

Who is this for: This Clairol Root Touch-Up kit is ideal for anyone who wants a quick, at-home fix for visible root regrowth or gray strands between salon visits. It suits users who already color their hair and need targeted maintenance, people with dark ash brown base shades seeking a cool-toned match, or anyone who prefers a time-saving alternative to a full-color application. Avoid using on hair that has not been previously colored without consulting product directions and perform a strand test first.