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Is Naturtint tested on animals and is it environmentally friendly?
No, Naturtint is not tested on animals and is manufactured to the very highest, international (GMP) standards of practice.
Furthermore, Naturtint uses biodegradable, recyclable eco-friendly packaging.

Can Naturtint be used if the customer has suffered severe allergic reactions to other hair colour in the past?
Allergic reactions vary and a skin sensitivity test must be carried out at least 48 hours before application. Naturtint Permanent Hair colourant is hypallergenic and has been dermatologically tested but in rare cases, reactions can occur. If the customer has previously experienced redness and itching as a result of previous hair colourants then Naturtint Permanent Hair Colourant is, in most cases, gentle enough and will not provoke any reaction on the skin test. Once the skin test has been successfully completed, the product may be applied. However, if the customer experiences swelling, blistering and/or burning then it is likely that they are allergic to PPD's and a skin test will immediately demonstrate this - if so then the product must not be applied. In these cases, we recommend the use of Naturtint Reflex Shine on Colour Rinses.

What are PPD's?
They are p-phenylenediamines found in ALL permanent and some semi permanent hair colourants with the exclusion of certain hennas. They add colour to the hair but are severe skin irritants and in rare cases can provoke severe or extreme reactions. A PPD reaction would typically result in skin swelling, burning and blistering in the region where they are applied. Naturtint Permanent Hair Colourant contains minimum levels of PPD whilst Naturtint Reflex Shine on Colour Rinse is free of PPDs.

Do hair dyes cause cancer?
There is much controversy surrounding this question but research does not prove this to be the case. PPD's are the main source of concern and as stated above, Naturtint contains minimum levels of PPD's. Another feared chemical is resorcinol also found in most permanent hair dyes but Naturtint does not contain resorcinol (or ammonia).
 

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How can you reduce toxicity and feared cancer risks?
* By using a less aggressive hair colourant such as Naturtint, this avoids ammonia and resorcinol completely. Naturtint is also
  free of naphtol and hydroquinone which are strong chemicals often used in such products. Naturtint Reflex Shine on Colour
  Rinse is even more gentle as it also contains no peroxide and no PPD.  We suggest helpful advice:
* 48 hours before you colour your hair, remember to perform a skin sensitivity test, as a reaction on the arm is less harmful
  then a reaction across the whole of your head and face.
* Try alternating between Naturtint Permanent and Reflex Shine on Colour Rinse if Naturtint Reflex provides sufficient cover
* Drink lots of water - ideally 8 hours prior to colouring hair and continue high water intake for at least the next 12 hours
* Try a lighter colour as the lighter shades contain progressively lower levels of PPD
* Touch up areas of rapid regrowth with small amounts of Naturtint Permanent Hair Colourant mixture and only colour full head
  when necessary
* Try highlights or lowlights using Naturting Permanent Hair Colourant. You may want the assistance of a hairdresser.
* Don't wash your hair prior to colouring as the scalp's natural oils can provide a barrier to chemicals

Can Naturtint be used by cancer sufferers?
We have had excellent feedback from customers undergoing a course of chemotherapy treatment using Naturtint Shine on Colour Rinse successfully. Crucially, it is free of peroxide as well as ammonia, resorcinol and PPD. We do strongly recommend any such customers seek medical approval before use. Some months after chemotherapy treatment is completed, many customers continue using Naturtint Reflex Shine on Colour Rinse and/or move on to Naturtint Permanent Hair Colourant without problems. We strongly recommend that the customer again seeks medical approval as to suitability. Full ingredient information is available from Nature's Dream on request.
 

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Can you use Naturtint whilst pregnant?
Many ladies continue to dye their hair during pregnancy and it is a very personal decision to make. Naturtint provides choice. Naturtint Permanent Hair Colourant is free of two key chemicals - ammonia and resorcinol but Naturtint Reflex Shine on Colour Rinse contains no ammonia, resorcinol, peroxide or PPD and therefore is the safer option.

Can Naturtint be used on other parts of the body?
Naturtint is not designed for facial or body hair and should not be used on eyebrows or eyelashes.

Can Naturtint be used on top of previously coloured hair?
Most customers have used another colourant previous to trying Naturtint and we suggest wearing that colour for 4-6 weeks before applying Naturtint.
We always suggest a strand test before use to ensure the chosen colour brings the desired result. Our helpline can then help if any uncertainties arise.

Can Naturtint be mixed?
Yes, many customers mix colours - please see the colour guidance and mixing page