dpHUE Root Touch-Up Kit Black - Permanent Gray Coverage

In this review the dpHUE Root Touch-Up Kit in Black is judged as a practical at-home solution for anyone who needs quick, salon-quality root coverage between appointments. Designed to cover up to 1 in of new growth, the kit's main appeal is that it is a permanent creme color developed with salon professionals that promises full gray coverage without heavy ammonia. For users who want a straightforward, two-application kit that includes everything from gloves to a mixing bowl, this product delivers a clear convenience and professional-minded formulation.

Key Features

• Permanent creme color: Uses a low ammonia permanent formula to cover up to 1 in of root growth for a lasting result between salon visits.
• 100% gray coverage: Available in multiple shades formulated to blend into the base color and conceal gray hairs fully when matched correctly.
• Two applications included: The kit contains enough developer and color activator for two applications, which is convenient for follow-up touch-ups.
• Salon-inspired design: Developed with salon professionals, the packaging unfolds into a small workstation to simplify the application process.
• Clean formulation: Leaping Bunny certified and free of parabens, SLS and SLES sulfates, making it suitable for color-treated and sensitive hair types.

Who It's For

This kit is well suited to people who maintain colored hair and need an easy, permanent touch-up for roots and grays between salon visits, especially those comfortable working with professional-style hair color. It is aimed at users who want a compact two-application solution with clear step-by-step instructions and built-in tools.

It is not intended for someone looking to perform all-over color changes, dramatic lightening, or experiment with shade changes; the guidance is to choose the shade closest to natural roots and not go lighter. People seeking a temporary cover or a dramatic new color should look elsewhere.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Provides full gray coverage when the correct shade is chosen and applied according to instructions.
• Includes all application tools and two full treatments, making it convenient and cost effective for touch-ups.
• Gentler formula with low ammonia and no parabens, SLS or SLES, suitable for sensitive scalps and color-treated hair.
• Box unfolds into a practical workstation and step-by-step directions make the process approachable for nonprofessionals.

Cons

• Results vary with user technique and shade selection; some customers report inconsistent gray coverage or faster fading than expected.
• Not suitable for full-head color changes or lightening hair, limiting use to root touch-ups only.

Specifications

Our Verdict

The dpHUE Root Touch-Up Kit in Black is a practical, salon-minded at-home solution for maintaining roots and hiding gray between appointments. It is good value for someone who wants a permanent, gentler formula with all tools included, but it requires careful shade selection and correct technique to get consistent gray coverage and lasting color.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this kit lighten hair?
No. The product is not intended to lighten hair or be used for all-over color changes; it is formulated only for root touch-ups.

Is the formula safe for color-treated hair?
Yes. The kit is free of parabens, SLS and SLES and is suitable for color-treated hair when used as directed.

How many treatments are included?
The package includes enough color and developer for two separate root touch-up applications.