Clairol Nice N Easy 6 Light Brown Permanent Hair Colour
Hair Treatment

Clairol Nice N Easy 6 Light Brown Permanent Hair Colour

Clairol
76Ingredients
0EU Banned
26Caution
0.4/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
0.4/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
High Allergens7 fragrance allergens
32% Natural53% synthetic

Contains Regulated Ingredients

EU Restricted Ingredients

These ingredients are permitted in the EU but subject to concentration limits, usage conditions, or mandatory labelling requirements under Annex III of the EU Cosmetics Regulation.

Sorbic Acid.Max 0.6% (acid)
Max concentration:0.6% (acid)
Sodium Sulfite.Max 0.2% (as free SO2)
Max concentration:0.2% (as free SO2)
Product types:(a) Oxidative hair dye products(b) Hair straightening products(c) Self-tanning products for the face(d) Other self-tanning products
Conditions:For purposes other than inhibiting the development of micro-organisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product
EthoxydiglycolMax 10.0%
Max concentration:10.0%
Product types:(a) Oxidative hair day products(b) Non-oxidative hair dye products(c) Rinse-off products other than hair dye products(d) Other non-spray cosmetic products(e) The following spray products: fine fragrances, hair sprays, antiperspirant and deodorant
Conditions:(a) to (e):The level of ethylene glycol impurity in Ethoxydiglycol must be ≤ 0,1 %. Not to be used in eye products and oral products
What does "EU Restricted" mean?

Restricted ingredients are not banned — they are allowed in cosmetic products as long as specific conditions are met:

  • Concentration limits — maximum allowed percentage in the final product
  • Product type restrictions — some ingredients are only allowed in rinse-off or leave-on products
  • pH restrictions — the finished product must stay within a specific pH range
  • Mandatory labelling — certain allergens must be listed on the packaging
  • Usage conditions — must not be combined with certain other ingredients

These limits are based on the EU CosIng database (Annex III) and are updated regularly. Products sold in the EU must comply with all applicable restrictions.

Product Type Restrictions

The following ingredients are restricted under EU Cosmetics Regulation (Annex III/V) for specific product types — but this product appears to be a Hair Treatment. Verify compliance.

  • MethylchloroisothiazolinoneRestricted to rinse-off products only
    Rinse-off

Ingredient Chemistry

pH

pH Efficacy

pH Efficacy

pH 4.9 — Suboptimal
4.9
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 4.9
Active ingredients: Glycolic Acid, L-Ascorbic Acid
Glycolic Acid at pH 4.9: likely ineffective — above 4.5
L-Ascorbic Acid at pH 4.9: likely ineffective — above 4
Glycolic Acid is at pH 4.9, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
L-Ascorbic Acid is at pH 4.9, which is too high for optimal efficacy (2.5–3.5).
Detected actives & ideal pH
Glycolic AcidpH 3–4
L-Ascorbic AcidpH 2.5–3.5

Microbiome

Composition & Ethics

Product Details

Attributes

Ethics
VeganLikely
No animal-derived ingredients detected
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Safety
Fragrance-FreeContains fragrance
Contains fragrance/parfum
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant

Composition

32% natural52% synthetic
24 natural 12 unknown 40 synthetic

Based on 76 ingredients analyzed. 32% natural, 16% unknown and 52% synthetic.

Preservatives4 preservatives
FragranceContains added fragrance
Silicones2 silicones

Functions Overview (15)

fragrance12:Ammonia, Parfum, Fragrance, Limonene, Linalool, BHT, Oleyl Alcohol, Cellulose Gum... +4 more
solvent8:Aqua, Water, Eau, Ethoxydiglycol, Isopropyl Alcohol, COLOUR-BLEND ACTIVATOR: Aqua, Oleyl Alcohol, CC+ COLOURSEAL CONDITIONER: Aqua
hair dyeing7:p-Aminophenol, p-Phenylenediamine, Resorcinol, 2-Methylresorcinol, 4-Amino-2-Hydroxytoluene, 1-Naphthol, m-Aminophenol

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Concentrated serum or cream — lightweight yet nutrient-dense
SpreadabilityEasy
AbsorptionNormal
Tackiness / ResidueLight
Finish:Clean, manageable hair — not a skin finish

Lather and slip — designed for even distribution through hair strands.