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Kristin Ess Hair Gloss in Chocolate Cosmo for Dark Golden Brown Hair - Semi Permanent Dye + Toner - 4 fl oz: Ammonia-Free, For All Hair Types - 2 of 4Kristin Ess Hair Gloss in Chocolate Cosmo for Dark Golden Brown Hair - Semi Permanent Dye + Toner - 4 fl oz: Ammonia-Free, For All Hair Types - 3 of 4Kristin Ess Hair Gloss in Chocolate Cosmo for Dark Golden Brown Hair - Semi Permanent Dye + Toner - 4 fl oz: Ammonia-Free, For All Hair Types - 4 of 4
Kristin Ess Hair Gloss in Chocolate Cosmo for Dark Golden Brown Hair - Semi Permanent Dye + Toner - 4 fl oz: Ammonia-Free, For All Hair Types - 1 of 4

Kristin Ess Hair Gloss in Chocolate Cosmo for Dark Golden Brown Hair - Semi Permanent Dye + Toner - 4 fl oz: Ammonia-Free, For All Hair Types

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About this item

Highlights

  • Tone enhancing
  • Shine boosting
  • Silicone-free + ammonia-free
  • Lasts 3-4 weeks
  • For all hair types

Description

I always recommend that my clients come to get glossed and toned
between salon visits to extend the life of their color. I’m finally able
to give them, and you, something that is easy to use at home. This
in-shower treatment is formulated to instantly boost vibrancy and
shine, while adding depth to color treated or natural dark brown hair.
It will help you keep your color looking fresh, shiny and healthy
between appointments.

Choose this color if you have dark brown hair and want to amplify or
add warm tones.

HOW TO:
(Read all instructions thoroughly before glossing your hair)
1. wet your hair thoroughly in the shower.
2. mix bottle 1 and 2 together, shake gently and apply all over.
3. wait 10-20 minutes, depending on the result you want, then rinse thoroughly.
4. shampoo and condition as usual.

VIBRANCY BOOSTING TECHNOLOGY:
creates a protective shield over the hair to instantly boost shine and
help lock-in your color.

ANTI-OXIDANT COMPLEX:
smooths and softens hair from root to tip making hair more
manageable.

ALKALINE NEUTRALIZING SYSTEM:
protects from color fading by preventing hard water minerals from
being deposited onto the hair and scalp.

LET’S TALK…

WHO NEEDS THIS?
anyone with dark brown hair looking
to add warmth and enhance shine.

WHAT IS IT?
in-shower treatment that nourishes
strands and restores vibrancy.

WHEN DO I USE IT?
in-between salon visits or any time
your color looks dull or faded.

WILL IT COVER gray HAIR?
ammonia-free formula will not lift,
lighten or cover grays.

IS IT PERMANENT?
this semi permanent hair color lasts 3-4 weeks and will
gradually fade, depending on how often you shampoo.


Color + keratin safe.
Single application.
Hair Type: All Hair Types
Health Facts: Ammonia-Free
Product Form: Liquid
Beauty Purpose: Shine Enhancing
Net weight: 4 fl oz (US)
Features: Lightweight
TCIN: 75564252
UPC: 840797119369
Item Number (DPCI): 063-01-6849
Origin: Imported
If the item details aren’t accurate or complete, we want to know about it.

Ingredients:

kristin ess signature gloss toner: water (aqua/eau), isopropyl alcohol, laureth-2, oleic acid, propylene glycol, peg-2 cocamine, ethanolamine, cocamidopropyl betaine, cocamide mea, toluene-2,5-diamine sulfate, 4-chlororesorcinol, fragrance (parfum), hydroxyethyl-2-ni-tro-p-toluidine, ascorbic acid, 4-amino-2-hydroxytoluene, sec-butyl alcohol, 2-methyl-5-hydroxyethylaminophenol, sodium metabisulfite, sodium chloride, basic yellow 87, p-aminophenol, glycerin, disodium edta, ricinus communis (castor) seed oil, tetramethyl acetyloctahydronaphthalenes, hexamethylindanopyran, coumarin, linalool. kristin ess signature gloss activator: water (aqua/eau), hydrogen peroxide, phosphoric acid, acrylates copolymer, tetrasodium edta.

Allergens & Warnings:

CAUTION: THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS INGREDIENTS WHICH MAY CAUSE SKIN IRRITATION ON CERTAIN INDIVIDUALS AND A PRELIMINARY TEST ACCORDING TO ACCOMPANYING DIRECTIONS SHOULD FIRST BE MADE. THIS PRODUCT MUST NOT BE USED FOR DYEING THE EYELASHES OR EYEBROWS; TO DO SO MAY CAUSE BLINDNESS., USAGE ADVISORY - SAFETY WARNINGS IMPORTANT: HAIR COLOR CAN CAUSE AN ALLERGIC REACTION WHICH, IN CERTAIN RARE CASES CAN BE SEVERE. THEREFORE, YOU MUST FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS. DO NOT USE IF: You have already had a reaction to a hair color product. You have a sensitive, itchy or damaged scalp. IF YOU HAVE A TATTOO: THE RISKS OF AN ALLERGIC REACTION MAY BE INCREASED. PERFORM A SKIN ALLERGY TEST 48 HOURS BEFORE EACH USE OF THIS PRODUCT (see insert). REMEMBER TO BUY YOUR PRODUCTS 2 DAYS AHEAD OF TIME. Avoid contact of this product with eyes and skin. If product gets into eyes, rinse immediately. Wear gloves provided in kit. Thoroughly rinse hair after application. Do not use over compound henna or progressive color. Wait at least 14 days after bleaching, relaxing, perming or straightening before coloring. Keep product out of the reach of children. Do not apply on children.

Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 2 inches length x 4 inches width x 7 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.46 pounds
We regret that this item cannot be shipped to PO Boxes.
This item cannot be shipped to the following locations: American Samoa (see also separate entry under AS), Guam (see also separate entry under GU), Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico (see also separate entry under PR), United States Minor Outlying Islands, Virgin Islands, U.S., APO/FPO, Alaska, Hawaii

Return details

This item must be returned to any Target store.
This item must be returned within 90 days of the date it was purchased in store, delivered to the guest, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or picked up by the guest.
See the return policy for complete information.

Q: How many bottles do I need for medium length hair?

submitted by JLP - 1 year ago
  • A: Just one! The consistency is thinner thank regular coloring products. The bottle has a lot in it and goes a long way.

    submitted byLmbs718 - 1 year ago
  • A: Hi there, one bottle should be enough to cover your hair!

    submitted byKristin Ess Hair - 1 year ago
    Brand expert

Q: Is this product safe for keratin-treated hair?

submitted by AI Shopping Assistant - 2 months ago
  • A: Yes, it is safe for keratin-treated hair, making it a good choice for maintaining treatment results.

    submitted byAI Shopping Assistant - 2 months ago
    Ai generated

Q: Does this product contain ammonia or silicones?

submitted by AI Shopping Assistant - 2 months ago
  • A: No, the formula is ammonia-free and silicone-free, ensuring a gentler application on your hair.

    submitted byAI Shopping Assistant - 2 months ago
    Ai generated

Q: What is the purpose of the 'vibrancy boosting technology'?

submitted by AI Shopping Assistant - 2 months ago
  • A: The vibrancy boosting technology creates a protective shield that enhances shine and locks in color.

    submitted byAI Shopping Assistant - 2 months ago
    Ai generated

Q: Can it be used on natural dark brown hair?

submitted by AI Shopping Assistant - 2 months ago
  • A: Yes, it's suitable for both color-treated and natural dark brown hair to enhance warmth and shine.

    submitted byAI Shopping Assistant - 2 months ago
    Ai generated

Q: How often can this hair dye be used?

submitted by AI Shopping Assistant - 2 months ago
  • A: This hair dye gloss can be used every 3-4 weeks as it lasts that long.

    submitted byAI Shopping Assistant - 2 months ago
    Ai generated

Q: Can you use it if you have highlights?

submitted by Anne - 4 months ago
  • A: Hey Anne, Great question! Yes, This in-shower treatment is formulated to instantly boost vibrancy and shine, while adding depth to color treated or natural dark brown hair. For real-time answers to all your beauty questions, use the “Chat with a Virtual Beauty Consultant” button on any beauty product page. https://www.target.com/c/beauty/-/N-55r1x

    submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 4 months ago
    Brand expert

Q: How many treatments are in a bottle

submitted by Gabby - 4 months ago
  • A: Great question, Gabby! Kristin Ess hair gloss is designed for a single-use treatment that is applied to wet hair and left on for 10-20 minutes before rinsing, shampooing, and conditioning. For real-time answers to all your beauty questions, use the “Chat with a Virtual Beauty Consultant” button on any beauty product page. https://www.target.com/c/beauty/-/N-55r1x

    submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 4 months ago
    Brand expert

Q: Will it stain my hands or head

submitted by Megan - 5 months ago
  • A: Great question, Megan! To avoid the Kristin Ess Hair Dye Gloss from staining your hands, it is important to use the gloves included in the box and wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after use. To prevent staining your scalp and forehead, consider using a barrier cream. For real-time answers to all your beauty questions, use the “Chat with a Virtual Beauty Consultant” button on any beauty product page. https://www.target.com/c/beauty/-/N-55r1x

    submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 4 months ago
    Brand expert

Q: Will this color pull out red

submitted by Nancy - 5 months ago

Additional product information and recommendations

Guests are saying

Kristin Ess hair gloss is a popular choice among guests for its ability to enhance shine and refresh hair color between salon visits. Many appreciate its easy application, pleasant scent, and effective results, leaving hair looking vibrant and healthy. While some guests experienced color bleeding or unexpected darkening, the overall feedback highlights its luxurious texture and nourishing properties, making it a go-to product for maintaining beautiful hair.
    Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
    4.3 out of 5 stars with 1684 reviews
    effectiveness: 3.24 out of 5
    quality: 3.25 out of 5
    value: 3.21 out of 5
    47% would recommend
    138 recommendations
    5 out of 5 stars
    30 March, 2026Verified purchase

    (no review title)

    Love this product! I have highlights that are grown out, I last got my hair done in December, it’s about to be April and this will help me not have to retouch my hair for another month
    valeria
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    18 March, 2026Verified purchase

    (no review title)

    Loved it! One bottle is more than enough!!!
    Alyssa
    effectiveness: 5 out of 5
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
    Did you find this review helpful?
    3 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    8 March, 2026Verified purchase

    (no review title)

    I normally LOVE this gloss but the last couple times I have repurchased it I notice that the color looks off and like a bright orange/red. It’s like it was the wrong color packaged inside the chocolate cosmo brown. I rebuy this every month to keep my color fresh so I know what the right tint of the color should be. It’s supposed to be really dark almost black looking in the bottle. It’s disappointing that it’s happened twice now. I will try another box to see if it happens again.
    MeaganM
    effectiveness: 4 out of 5
    quality: 3 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
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    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    3 March, 2026Verified purchase

    Permanent dye / damages hair

    I read a lot of reviews before purchasing. What I would clarify is that this is a pretty permanent dye—I wash my hair almost every day and after 6 weeks I still have color residue in my hair. Normally, I would be happy with this result but the majority of the color washed out after a few washes and left my hair very damaged in return. I have a lot of breakage and dryness in the weeks following usage. I knew it was a possibility that it would damage but I had higher hopes out of a gloss and a product that boasts healthy hair and shine. There was truly nothing healthy about this process! I would avoid this product—you’re better off using a traditional box dye if you want a quick and cheap way to damage your hair. At least the color will last longer that way.
    callie
    effectiveness: 2 out of 5
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 2 out of 5
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    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    26 February, 2026Verified purchase

    Dont use it

    Horrible experience. I had beautiful light hair, and in 20 minutes it turned into a dark black color. This is not a gloss - this is a strong dye. It’s been a month, I wash my hair every day, and it’s not fading.
    Valentina
    effectiveness: 1 out of 5
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
    1 guest found this review helpful. Did you?
    2 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    24 February, 2026Verified purchase

    (no review title)

    I am a brunette by default. I was expecting to get some richness and shine with this product. I am disappointed in both these aspects. The color turned almost black and in the sunlight- give a green ugly undertone
    Angela
    effectiveness: 1 out of 5
    quality: 4 out of 5
    value: 3 out of 5
    1 guest found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    18 February, 2026Verified purchase

    (no review title)

    Worked so well
    sam
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    12 February, 2026Verified purchase

    Quality at a great price

    Last along time before grey starts to show in ear area. I have always used Madison Reed thinking expensive was better. Love this for literally half the price.
    pamela
    effectiveness: 5 out of 5
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
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    3 out of 5 stars
    30 January, 2026Verified purchase

    (no review title)

    There’s no “Golden Brown” about this formula. It’s just DARK. It worked but I’d be careful how long you let it oxidize. I had it on for about ten minutes and my hair is nearly black from a light/medium brown. Also, slightly drying.
    Sydney
    1 guest found this review helpful. Did you?
    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    23 January, 2026Verified purchase

    Not a gloss- too dark!!!

    I’ve used this product in other colors and had great results, but this shade was a huge disappointment. It did not feel like a gloss at all. Instead of adding a subtle tone, it completely covered my blonde hair. It has been over a week of washing with hot water and the color has not budged. The shade turned out extremely dark—almost black—which was not what I expected at all. Unfortunately, I now have to schedule a color-correction appointment with my stylist. I would not recommend this shade!
    cindi
    effectiveness: 1 out of 5
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 3 out of 5
    2 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    13 January, 2026

    (no review title)

    Beware this is basically black. Not a dark GOLDEN brown.
    tcb
    2 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    11 January, 2026Verified purchase

    Made my hair BLACK.

    Made my hair BLACK
    Reagin H
    effectiveness: 1 out of 5
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
    6 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    6 January, 2026Verified purchase

    Hair loss and super drying

    After hearing people rave about this gloss product for years I thought I would try it out in between dye appointments. Never again. First of all, it had my hair falling out in complete chunks and it made my hair feel super dry (isn’t this supposed to be a gloss?), plus there was almost no discernible change in color on my hair. An absolute waste of money.
    Megan
    effectiveness: 1 out of 5
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
    4 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    3 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    31 December, 2025

    Warning: Very Dark!

    Didn’t give the glossy effect I was looking for. Definitely not a smooth, silky treatment. It’s also VERY dark, almost black. It is easy to apply and I’m so appreciative it includes gloves!
    Influenster8522
    effectiveness: 5 out of 5
    quality: 3 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
    4 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    31 December, 2025Verified purchase

    Inconsistent results

    I’m writing a review after buying this product twice - each time there was a different outcome, leading me to conclude that there must be vast inconsistencies across its production. The first time I bought it, there was too much developer to fit all the color in at once. And even then, the viscosity of the liquid was complete water - it dripped all over and just ran from my hair. The final effect was a glossy finish but no noticeable color. The second time I tried this, about 4 weeks later, the viscosity was completely different. It was like what you see in TikTok videos- thick, creamy, like a normal hair color consistency. It applied way easier though the final product was a DRASTIC different in my hair color. It looked almost black it was so dark. And not at all glossy. I have no idea how this product is actually supposed to turn out because of these vastly different experiences. It’s been a waste of $30 overall and completely inconsistent - and so I would t recommend it.
    Katie
    effectiveness: 1 out of 5
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
    1 guest found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    25 December, 2025Verified purchase

    Easy and amazing

    Amazing product. So easy to use and makes it look like I went to the salon. I felt so confident and it made my previously been bleached hair in certain spots look more put together as the toner w wears off. Easy to apply and looks great
    Catherine
    effectiveness: 5 out of 5
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
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    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    18 December, 2025Verified purchase

    NOT a gloss - beware

    Thought this would be a “gloss” treatment similar to what I get done from my stylist. Did it in hopes of holding out another month or two. Followed instructions exactly for this warm gold brown gloss to make my hair really dark black. Not only did it do that, but it covered all my highlights and still months later it has never came out of those. So now I’m starting from square one and a color correction. Beware of the name “gloss” because it did not end up that way.
    Chelsee
    effectiveness: 2 out of 5
    quality: 2 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
    4 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    4 out of 5 stars
    9 December, 2025Verified purchase

    A great wallet-saving option!

    Four stars for the cost and ease of use! I have VERY long hair and one box was all I needed! I do think people should watch several videos before using to find someone with your hair color to see what it will look like after. I had a brassy grown out caramel balayage and wanted to go for one solid dark brown. This gloss delivered! I did wash out after 15 minutes instead of 20 thought. Before (beach picture) and after (grey sweater) are posted (:
    Dominique
    1 guest found this review helpful. Did you?
    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    6 December, 2025Verified purchase

    Exsesive hair loss

    This product is so bad, the hair loss that I had experienced after glossing my hair is very bad, excessive hair loss for the past couple of months Don’t buy it !
    P
    effectiveness: 1 out of 5
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
    1 guest found this review helpful. Did you?
    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    5 December, 2025

    (no review title)

    Turned my hair BLACK! Not even close to picture on the box.
    Regina
    effectiveness: 1 out of 5
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
    1 guest found this review helpful. Did you?

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