True Sons Hair Dye Foam for Men - Natural Look - Effortless, Multi-Use Dye Kit with Instant Color Booster Applicator, Ammonia-Free Formula, Simpler Hair and Beard Dye (Brown Black)

This is the first hair color product I’ve ever used, and so had some fear about what the results might look like. Having seen some friends walk around with goatees that appeared to have been dyed with Sharpies, I didn’t want that, and I definitely didn’t want to end up with a rash or modern art on my face. Thankfully none of that happened, and I can’t imagine an easier product to use.I purchased it to dye my goatee and side burns, which have gone mostly white over the last two years. When the package arrived, I was happy to see that everything I needed was contained in it. It includes the foam color agent, gloves, clean-up wipes and a little comb. The only thing missing was a tube of lip balm, which they suggest using around the hair line as a precaution to prevent skin staining.I am African-American, and their literature suggests that their black color is probably the best match, but I went with the brown-black color aiming for a more natural look. That turned out to be a good call for my hair.I wanted to leave some gray showing so that the application was not so apparent. I left it on my goatee for about 12 minutes, and the end result is very natural looking. Essentially the white hairs are now a softer grey, and the darker hairs are nearly black, all with a very slight brown tint. I left it on the side burns a bit longer, about 15 minutes, and the result was more dramatic, but still very natural looking. I’ll probably go with 15 minutes all around next time.On a slightly personal note, I tested the product first in a less conspicuous place, umm, “downtown,” only to read later that they don’t recommend use there, despite what their ads say. As we know, that skin is not like other skin, and I did have a freak-out moment when it appeared that literally everything was changing color. Luckily things seem fine after a good rinse.Lastly I’ll mention that there’s virtually no mess, and it smells quite nice. It’s several times more expensive than other products that claim to do the same thing, but I’m completely sold on the very natural result, and its ease of use.

1) It doesn't colour the hair. The hair is still white after two 12 min applications.2) It coloured the skin instead and the colour didn't come off with wipes/soap/moisturizer. Now I have black patches of colour on my face.3) I used it after the patch test and still ended up getting mild burns on my face.(though to be fair the guide does mention this may happen)4) Foam was already oxidized a bit. Came out brown and runny.All in all its a terrible product. Doesn't cover greys, hard to get off the skin and is harsh on the skin.

The directions clearly state shake well. Shake it some more before you use it. It's easy to apply for the head. I liked the booster which is included. The results, brown/black color. It's more black than brown. It's not a bad color, but I would have liked more brown in it.Tip #1: Use a color blocker before applying the color. This will stop facial/scap staining. Solution to a lot of issues.Tip #2: Beard guys get you a color application brush and mix the product in the bowl then apply a little at a time. (less stain problems). I mix mine 60 dye/40 booster.After washing, if you aren't applying a good brand of conditioner to lock in the color, you are not going to have lengthy results. I double condition, then apply a leave in conditioner after the first few days. Also helps hair look healthy and more natural.It's easy to follow directions. If you want Salon perfect coloring, go to a salon. For a touch up to reduce or remove gray, this product will get the job done.I read several of the lower grand reviews, and skill level and proper tools when applying hair color is critical for best results..

The Chronicles of the Purple Sun God or my adventures from last night that have left me as a peacock in distress. A cautionary tale wrapped in a towel.It started innocently enough. Two weeks ago, I decided to touch up the beard. I was aiming for "distinguished," but I missed the mark and landed squarely on "Auburn." It was too red. I looked less like a rugged outdoorsman and more like a disgruntled traffic cone.So, last night, I decided to fix it.I picked up my expected Amazon colorized assassin, but—plot twist—the brand had "improved" their formulation. They obsoleted all the safe, middle-ground browns. My only option was "Dark Brown." I thought, How bad could it be? It’s just brown, right?Wrong.Here is a quick lesson in Color Theory for Idiots (a class I am apparently teaching):* My beard was already open and porous from the Auburn dye (Red/Orange pigments).* "Dark Brown" is heavily based on Blue and Green pigments to counteract warmth.* The Science of Regret: Blue molecules are physically smaller than red ones. They don’t just enter the hair shaft; they sprint into it like shoppers on Black Friday.When you mix Red/Orange with aggressive Blue/Green, you do not get Brown. You get Black. specifically, Radioactive Eggplant Black.But wait, I’m a man of efficiency! Why ruin my life slowly when I can do it quickly? I decided to add the "Color Boost" accelerator vial to the mix. You know, just to make sure the catastrophe set in instantly.I washed it off and looked in the mirror.I didn't just dye my beard. Because I apply dye with the precision of a drunken toddler, I had also dyed my skin. I stood there looking like a Gothic Bozo the Clown. A dark, purple void where my jawline used to be.Panic ensued.I tried to bleach my face. I’m pretty sure I used battery acid, fire, and a dull knife. Nothing worked. I finally resorted to a paste of baking soda and liquid dish detergent. After scrubbing until I had no dermis left, I am now approximately 14 shades lighter than the Purple Sun God—but definitely still purple.And the cherry on top? The scrubbing worked too well on the gray hairs. The only hairs I actually wanted to cover have surrendered their color completely and are back to being white.So, if you need me, I’ll be in the bathroom, looking like a patchy, purple, bruised grape, questioning every life choice that led to this moment. Looking forward to more options in colors again I can attest that their product Will color your hair choose colors wisely.

Not really practical for a short beard. Stains skin instead of hairs. Unfortunately, the return window expired 5 days ago and now I’m stuck with the product

I've had bad experiences with other products and was told that this product would be different. Did the patch test with no reaction. From reading the instructions and recommendations I heard that the booster wasn't needed and it just had more chemicals that I might be allergic to. I used the product without the booster waited the amount of minutes before washing it off and it produced an allergic reaction and burned my skin that I'm dealing with days after using it. Moreover, the dye didn't even work. Allergic reaction and it didn't do what it said it would do.

I am using True Sons for beard only (NOT HEAD HAIR). I am really happy how this product works for my beard. No side affects at all. Achieve a salt and pepper look on the darker side in 5 minutes top. The longer you leave over 5 minutes the darker it gets. Lasts several days without fading. The tube will last a couple of months because only use a dab or 2 with a small beard brush giving me great results. I believe most complaints are a result of the high cost and not the product itself.

I've been trying to find something comparable to Cremo No Mix (ever since it was discontinued). Brands like Just For Men seem to last a bit longer and are definitely more economical (I can get two uses per Just For Men box which comes out much cheaper), but this is definitely a good option for ease of use and convenience. I'm getting great results using this product to color right after beard trimming, then occasionally using ControlGX to kind of maintain color in-between trims (I maintain a fairly tight #3 clipper length on the beard).

I don't have a lot of Grey's but I wanted to try it out for the next time I go to a wedding or something and quite frankly it didn't work. No refund policy for a reason. Even with the dye booster, it will color your skin better than your hair. Please don't fall for the tricky advertising.