How To Use High Shine Natural Black Conditioning Hair Colour (Shade 1) Correctly

BBLUNT High Shine Natural Black is Shade 1 from the BBLUNT hair colour range, the deepest shade in the High Shine Conditioning Hair Colour lineup. It delivers a pure, uniform black with a conditioning formula that leaves the hair noticeably softer and shinier after every application. The colour is enriched with Keratin and Vitamin E, which strengthen and condition the hair during the development process, so the result is a deep, high-shine black rather than the flat, matte finish that some black hair colours produce. Natural Black provides full grey coverage and the colour holds for up to 8 weeks. This guide covers the complete step-by-step process for applying Shade 1 at home and how to maintain the depth and shine of the black between applications.

Before You Begin

Taking a few minutes to prepare before mixing ensures the application is safe, clean, and gives an even result.

• Do a patch test 48 hours before every application. Mix a small amount of colour cream and developer, apply behind the ear or on the inner elbow, leave for 30 minutes, then rinse. Do not proceed if any redness, itching, or swelling occurs at any point.
• Do a strand test if applying over a significantly different existing colour. Natural Black is a deep shade that will cover most colour beneath it, but testing on a small hidden section first confirms the result before doing the full head.
• Wear the included gloves throughout. Put the gloves on before mixing and keep them on for the full application. Black and near-black pigments stain skin and surfaces readily.
• Drape an old towel or cape over your shoulders before starting to protect clothing. Natural Black is deeply pigmented and any contact with fabric will stain.
• Apply a barrier cream generously along the hairline, around the ears, and across the back of the neck to prevent staining the skin along the edges.
• Do not shampoo immediately before colouring. Natural scalp oils protect the skin during application. Hair should be dry when you apply the colour. A light wash the day before is fine if there is heavy product build-up.

How To Use: Step by Step

1. Mix the colour cream and developer in a 1:1 ratio Squeeze equal amounts of colour cream and developer into a non-metallic bowl. Mix with the applicator brush until completely smooth and uniform with no unmixed streaks. Do not use metallic bowls or tools, as these can react with the developer and affect the colour result.
2. Put on gloves before handling the mixture Gloves must be on before mixing begins. Keep a damp cloth nearby throughout the application to wipe any skin contact with the colour immediately. Natural Black is deeply pigmented and stains skin quickly.
3. Section the hair and begin at the roots Divide dry hair into four sections and clip three aside. Start applying at the roots of the first section. Roots are closest to the scalp and benefit from the warmth there. Beginning at the roots gives them the full development time relative to the lengths and ends.
4. Work through each section from root to tip Apply the colour from roots to ends section by section using the applicator brush. Coat every strand thoroughly. Give particular attention to the hairline, parting, and temples where grey regrowth is usually most visible. If the mixture runs low before all sections are coated, use a second pack rather than stretching what remains across uncovered sections.
5. Comb through for even distribution Once all sections are coated, use a wide-tooth comb to work the colour through the hair from roots to ends. This step ensures uniform coverage across every layer of the hair, including the inner sections that can be missed when applying by brush alone. Even distribution is especially important with deep black shades, where any missed section shows clearly after development.
6. Leave on for 30 to 35 minutes Set a timer once all sections are fully saturated and combed through. Check your specific pack for the exact recommended development time. Do not rinse early. Do not exceed the maximum time, as this will not deepen the result further and can over-process the hair.
7. Rinse thoroughly with warm water until the water runs completely clear Rinse with warm water and continue until there is no trace of colour in the rinse water. Deep black pigment requires thorough rinsing to fully remove the excess from the scalp and hair. Take time with this step to prevent colour transfer to pillowcases or towels after washing.
8. Apply the included conditioner and rinse with cool water Apply the conditioning treatment from the pack to mid-lengths and ends. Leave for two to three minutes, then rinse with cool water. Cool water closes the hair cuticle after the colour process, sealing in the deep black pigment and contributing to the high-shine finish that sets this formula apart from standard black hair colours.
9. Dry and style as usual Towel dry gently and style as normal. Avoid washing the hair again for at least 48 hours to allow the Natural Black pigment to bond fully. The full depth of the black and the shine quality of the formula are most visible once the hair is completely dry.

What To Expect from Natural Black (Shade 1)

Shade 1 is the deepest shade in the BBLUNT High Shine range. The result is a pure, uniform black with no undertone variation, which means the colour reads consistently as clean, true black across all hair types and lighting conditions. There is no warmth, coolness, or visible tonal shift between sections, making it one of the most predictable and consistent colour results available from a home colour formula.

On naturally black or very dark brown hair, the colour refreshes and deepens the existing tone and brings back the high-shine quality that fades from the hair's natural black as it ages or dries out. The Keratin and Vitamin E in the formula strengthen and condition the hair during development, so the result has a visible softness and reflectivity that differs noticeably from a flat, dye-only black.

On grey or white hair, Natural Black covers completely and evenly. Grey sections take the deep black pigment fully, giving a consistent result that matches naturally black sections. On very dense grey at the temples or parting, extra care with the brush application to saturate every strand ensures there are no missed sections where grey shows through after development.

The true depth of the black and the full shine quality settle once the hair is completely dry. Hair appears very dark and slightly more saturated while wet immediately after rinsing, which is normal. The final result reads correctly once fully dry.

Maintaining Natural Black Between Applications

Black is the most durable colour family because the deep, dense pigment is resistant to fading compared to lighter or more vivid shades. However, the right aftercare still makes a measurable difference to how long the depth and shine hold between applications.

• Switch to a sulphate-free or colour-protecting shampoo. Even for a deeply pigmented shade like Natural Black, sulphate-based shampoos strip the surface of the hair with each wash, gradually reducing the depth and the shine quality over time.
• Do not wash the hair for at least 48 hours after colouring to allow the pigment to bond fully to the hair shaft.
• Wash with cool or lukewarm water. Hot water opens the hair cuticle and allows pigment to escape with each wash cycle, even on deep black shades.
• Apply a conditioning hair mask once a week. Well-conditioned hair holds colour better because the cuticle stays smoother between washes, and the Keratin and Vitamin E from the colour treatment are preserved for longer.
• Use a heat protectant before every blow dry, straightening, or curling session. Heat styling on unprotected hair opens the cuticle and reduces the life of any colour, including deep black.

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Conclusion

BBLUNT High Shine Natural Black is a deep, conditioning hair colour that delivers a pure black finish with full grey coverage and a high-shine result from the Keratin and Vitamin E formula. Mix the colour cream and developer 1:1, apply on dry hair from roots to ends, comb through for even coverage, and leave on for 30 to 35 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with warm water, apply the included conditioner, and finish with a cool water rinse to seal the cuticle. Use a sulphate-free shampoo, cool water, and a weekly conditioning mask to maintain the depth of the black and the shine quality for the full 8 weeks between applications.

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