L'Oreal Paris Superior Preference Permanent Hair Color - Black: Liquid, For All Hair Types, Hair Coloring
$12.99
ColorNatural Black
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This hair dye product has garnered mixed feedback from guests, with many praising its ease of application and vibrant color results. Guests appreciate the long-lasting coverage, especially for gray hair, and the included conditioner that leaves hair feeling soft and shiny. However, some guests have expressed disappointment with color accuracy and fading issues. Overall, it remains a popular choice for those seeking a reliable at-home hair coloring solution.
Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
4.1 out of 5 stars with 6583 reviews
effectiveness: 3.1 out of 5
quality: 3.07 out of 5
value: 2.99 out of 5
49% would recommend
455 recommendations
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
15 October, 2026Verified purchase
Didnt work
It didn’t change the color of my hair
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
10 October, 2026Verified purchase
Liquidy + Insane Smell = Damaged Hair
I tried 4M Dark Mahogany Brown. I think I’m just used to higher end dyes BUT WOW - the smell was insane. I’m guessing ammonia? My husband even commented how this is the worse smelling dye I’ve ever used. I still tried it because of all the good reviews and I was trying to see if I could save money by switching to box dye. Big mistake. This gave me weird orangey roots and did nothing for my whites. My hair felt extremely dry and I ended up spending $75 to help revive it with a fancy hair mask, ugh mission failed lol. This was before the Target beauty studio opened up and I was able to buy Tsubaki hair line (simply amazing!). It was also very liquidy and went everywhere on the floor. Luckily I lay down a large moving blanket so that’s not a problem for me but it was intense. If you have lung medical issues, please avoid this dye. As well if you like your hair haha. Luckily the Kristin Ess bittersweet also helped tone down the weird orange to my roots and whites and make my hair softer. I guess this just wasn’t for me because I have previous dyed hair but Beware using this product!
1 reply from L'OrealParisProductExpert team - 3 days ago
Hi. Thank you for reaching out to L'Oreal. We are sorry to hear about the experience you had with the Preference Hair Color, shade 4M, Dark Mahogany Brown. We would like to speak with you directly about it. Please give us a call at 800-631-7358, M- F, 9am - 5:30pm, ET and let us know you contacted us through a review. It would be helpful if you could have the product available when you call, as well as providing the agent with your username. Looking forward to speaking with you.
5 out of 5 stars
8 October, 2026
originally posted on lorealparisusa.com
Fabulous
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love how the feel and texture of my hair changed for the better after adding L'Oreal paris superior preference shine defying hair color to my routine. It's clear packaging and instructions made for a easy dye job and the compliments I got add for a bonus perk the next day!
1 out of 5 stars
7 October, 2026
originally posted on lorealparisusa.com
Terrible, afraid now to use L'oreal hair products
The new formula for this is just awful, I now have REDDISH hair! Yikes! Second time it has happened, and coverage of the grey roots is awful. I have used Preference Dark Blonde and Light Brown (Natural) for decades with no problems like this. Sure it doesn't smell as bad but I would NEVER buy this stuff again. When I tried to figure out what L'Oreal Color formulation would be best for my hair, you say that almost everything provides full coverage for grey, even this Preference. Why don't you make it clear that if you have colored your hair for decades and now have grey/white roots everywhere, you should try xxxxx formulation?
1 reply from LeCare team - 2 days ago
Hi Fiona! Thank you for sharing how you feel about Superior Preference. We are committed to bringing our consumers products that meet their needs and expectations. Feedback is valuable to us when making decisions about our products. Your feedback is appreciated and will be shared with others in our company for consideration.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
6 October, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
The odor once you start putting it in your hair is very strong and also it made my scalp tingling when I applied it to my roots.
1 reply from L'OrealParisProductExpert team - 9 days ago
Hi. Thank you for reaching out to L'Oreal. We are sorry to hear about the experience you had with the Preference Hair Color. We would like to speak with you directly about it. Please give us a call at 833-856-7325, M- F, 9am - 5:30pm, ET and let us know you contacted us through a review. It would be helpful if you could have the product available when you call, as well as providing the agent with your username. Looking forward to speaking with you.
1 out of 5 stars
4 October, 2026
originally posted on lorealparisusa.com
Good impression- but fake
I use number 4 dark brown. Really bad product. Didn’t cover my gray after 20 minutes. It was super itchy and painful. Also the color wasn’t brown but red.
1 reply from LeCare team - 9 days ago
Hi. Thank you for reaching out to L'Oreal. We are sorry to hear about the experience you had with Superior Preference,4-Dark Brown. We would like to speak with you directly about it. Please give us a call at 1-833-856-7325, M-F, 9am -5pm, ET. It would be helpful if you could have the product box available and provide us with case #48567579 when you call.
1 out of 5 stars
1 October, 2026
originally posted on lorealparisusa.com
Where is this color?? it is not being stocked
Where is 9GR??? is it discontinued?? it is the best for us light strawberry blondes
1 reply from LeCare team - 14 days ago
Hi there! Thank you for your interest in Superior Preference, 9GR-Light Reddish Blonde This shade is still available. View here for where to buy: https://www.lorealparisusa.com/hair-color/permanent/superior-preference-fade-defying-shine-permanent-hair-color-9gr-light-reddish-blonde
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
25 September, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
good kb
1 out of 5 stars
22 September, 2026
Way darker than expected
The color was way off. My hair was not darker than the “before” photos on the box but the color immediately went very dark. I haven’t had this issue with garnier
1 reply from L'OrealParisProductExpert team - 22 days ago
Hi. Thank you for reaching out to L'Oreal. We are sorry to hear about the experience you had with the Preference Hair Color. We would like to speak with you directly about it. Please give us a call at 800-631-7358, M- F, 9am - 5:30pm, ET and let us know you contacted us through a review. It would be helpful if you could have the product available when you call, as well as providing the agent with your username. Looking forward to speaking with you.
5 out of 5 stars
21 September, 2026
originally posted on lorealparisusa.com
The most beautiful color!
I have been using this color for years. I continue to get compliments from people, even total strangers and I'm an old lady. Love it! Also, the conditioner is the best around.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
11 September, 2026Verified purchase
Boooooo
I used soft black to cover my roots and it did absolutely nothing . Ive used so many black box dye im actually in shock it did nothing
1 reply from L'OrealParisProductExpert team - 1 month ago
Hi there, we are so sorry to hear our Preference Hair Color did nothing to cover your roots. We'd like to learn more and assist you the best we can. Please call 1-833-856-7325 available Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM ET. We look forward to speaking with you!
1 out of 5 stars
7 September, 2026
originally posted on lorealparisusa.com
Disappointed long-time user. Terrible new formula
I have been a loyal L'Oreal Superior Preference user for years and used to buy many different shades with great results. However, the new formula is completely terrible. It no longer covers gray hair at all, even when applied professionally by a hairstylist. On top of that, the color washes out after just 1–2 shampoos. Extremely disappointed with the quality drop — this was my last purchase!
1 reply from consumer care center team - 1 month ago
Hi Irkozvlas! We're truly sorry to hear that our new Superior Preference formula didn't meet your expectations for coverage and lastingness. We understand how frustrating it is when a beloved product changes, and we sincerely apologize for any disappointment this has caused. Our updates aim to improve performance, but we deeply value your feedback as it helps us learn. If you'd like to discuss your experience further or need help finding an alternative with more opaque coverage, please contact our consumer care team directly at 800-631-7358 anytime Monday-Friday 9AM - 5:30PM EST. We're here to help!
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
4 September, 2026Verified purchase
DO NOT BUY
I wish I would have read the reviews about this “new formula”. It’s actually really terrible. I ran to the reviews after I applied it on my hair and sure enough burning eyes, strong chemical smell, doesn’t cover grays, turns your hair brassy. I’m so disappointed in L’Oréal and I will be contacting them. What a waste of money and ruined my hair. Please don’t buy this. The color I used was 6A- Light Ash Brown.
5 out of 5 stars
3 September, 2026
originally posted on lorealparisusa.com
Solons can't believe it's a box color
I am completely gray and this covers my gray beautifully. When I go to my hair solon I always get asked about my hair color and comments like.." love the color"... " I can't believe it is a box color". It is so natural and easy to use. Love it.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
3 September, 2026Verified purchase
make sure product is not old!!
product i received was old!! fortunately i'm familiar with this brand/color and was able to detect the abnormal look of the dye while mixing the developer with tint. target did provided a refund.
1 reply from L'OrealParisProductExpert team - 1 month ago
Oh no Silver, we're so sorry you received an older product! Thankfully your expert eye caught it right away, and we're glad Target made it right with a refund. If there is anything else we can do to help support you, please let us know. We appreciate you being a loyal fan of the brand!
5 out of 5 stars
1 September, 2026
originally posted on lorealparisusa.com
Perfect
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have used this color for probably seven years and have always loved it. It covers gray and your hair isn’t left feeling brittle and dry. The sun also isn’t too overwhelming, which is nice. I’m super thankful to L’Oreal for gifting this to me.
5 out of 5 stars
28 August, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
Satisfied
5 out of 5 stars
13 August, 2026
originally posted on lorealparisusa.com
Good
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Worked well and lasted for at least 4 months, no strong odor covered every grey I needed it too. Developed easily and instructions were easy to use. definitely would recommend.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
11 August, 2026Verified purchase
Perfect color
Loved the color.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
7 August, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
This item was delivered to the wrong address, thanks to my neighbor it made it to me anyway!!