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Schwarzkopf Professional Igora Royal Permanent Color Creme delivers rich, lasting colour with impressive grey coverage.
This creamy formula works by locking pure pigment deep into the hair shaft, giving you even, reliable results from roots to ends. Its smooth texture glides through the hair, making application feel controlled and comfortable, with a soft, salon-like scent.
Ideal for anyone wanting bold fashion shades, natural tones, or to cover stubborn greys at home or in the salon. Use it for full-head colour, root touch-ups, or refreshing dull lengths.
Hair feels silky and manageable after rinsing, with a luminous, high-shine finish that looks fresh and polished for weeks.
How To Use Schwarzkopf Professional Igora Royal Permanent Color Creme
- Perform an allergy alert test 48 hours before colouring.
- Put on protective gloves and cover clothing.
- In a non-metallic bowl, mix colour creme with developer (usually 1:1) until smooth.
- Apply to dry, unwashed hair, starting at roots, then through lengths.
- Leave to develop as directed on the packaging (usually 30–45 minutes).
- Add a little warm water, gently massage to emulsify, then rinse thoroughly.
- Shampoo and condition as needed, then style as usual.
Schwarzkopf Professional Igora Royal Permanent Color Creme Ingredients
Aqua (Water, Eau), Cetearyl Alcohol, Ethanolamine, Ammonium Hydroxide, Glyceryl Stearate, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Toluene-2,5-Diamine Sulfate, Resorcinol, m-Aminophenol, p-Aminophenol, 4-Chlororesorcinol, 2-Methylresorcinol, Sodium Sulfite, Sodium Silicate, Ceteareth-20, Cetyl Palmitate, Oleic Acid, PEG-40 Castor Oil, Parfum (Fragrance), Ascorbic Acid, Etidronic Acid, Carbomer, Sodium Hydroxide, Silica, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Panthenol, Sodium Chloride, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool, Benzyl Alcohol, Citric Acid, 2,4-Diaminophenoxyethanol HCl, CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 77499 (Iron Oxides). (Note: Exact INCI may vary slightly by shade.)
Note: Please refer to bottle for full ingredients.
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Aqua SolventsSolvent
The water base that carries and dissolves the other ingredients in most products.
May suitAll hair and skin types.
Worth knowingAlmost always the first ingredient listed in water-based products.
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Cetearyl Alcohol Conditioning agentsFatty alcohol conditioner
A fatty alcohol that helps soften hair and improve the texture of formulations.
May suitPeople looking for smoother, more manageable hair or richer, creamier product textures.
Worth knowingDespite the name, fatty alcohols are moisturising and conditioning rather than drying. They also help stabilise and thicken many haircare formulas.
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Ethanolamine pH adjusterspH adjuster
Helps adjust and maintain the pH level of a haircare formula.
May suitPeople interested in understanding how products maintain stability and performance.
Worth knowingEthanolamine can also assist with emulsification, helping formulas stay well blended. It is typically used in small amounts to support product consistency and performance.
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Ammonium Hydroxide pH adjusterspH adjuster
Helps adjust and maintain the desired pH level of a formula.
May suitPeople using hair colour or chemical processing products where precise pH control is important.
Worth knowingIt is often used in small amounts to support product stability or to activate certain hair colour technologies. In finished products, its concentration is formulated to be appropriate for its intended function.
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Glyceryl Stearate Thickeners and stabilisersEmulsifier and texture enhancer
Helps blend oil and water and gives haircare formulas a smooth, creamy texture.
May suitThose who like richer conditioners or masks that feel smooth and spread easily.
Worth knowingIt also offers light conditioning and can help soften the feel of hair. It is widely used in both skincare and haircare for its reliable stabilising properties.
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Sodium Laureth Sulfate Cleansers / surfactantsCleanser
Helps cleanse the hair and scalp by removing oil, sweat and product build-up.
May suitOily scalps, heavy product users and people who like a strong cleanse.
Worth knowingMay feel too cleansing for some dry, curly, colour-treated or sensitive hair types. This depends on the full formula and your hair needs.
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Resorcinol ColourantsHair dye intermediate
A colour-developing ingredient used in oxidative hair dyes to help create long‑lasting shades.
May suitPeople using permanent or demi‑permanent hair colour products.
Worth knowingIt works with other dye intermediates and a developer to form the final colour within the hair fibre. Its presence is typical in many professional oxidative colour formulas.
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m-Aminophenol ColourantsOxidative hair dye intermediate
m-Aminophenol is used as an oxidative dye precursor to create permanent hair colour shades.
May suitPeople using permanent hair colour products who want specific tonal results.
Worth knowingIt works in combination with other dye intermediates and a developer to form long-lasting colour within the hair cortex.
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p-Aminophenol ColourantsOxidative hair dye intermediate
p-Aminophenol is an oxidative dye ingredient used to create permanent hair colour shades.
May suitPeople using permanent hair colour products who want lasting colour results.
Worth knowingIt works by reacting with an oxidising agent to form stable colour molecules within the hair shaft. Its use and concentration are regulated in cosmetic formulations.
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Sodium Sulfite PreservativesAntioxidant / stabiliser
Helps protect formulas by reducing oxidation and maintaining product stability.
May suitThose interested in ingredient lists for sensitivity reasons or who like understanding how products stay stable.
Worth knowingIt functions as a reducing agent, supporting the long-term quality of a formula. It is not usually included for direct hair benefits but for product integrity.
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Ceteareth-20 Cleansers / surfactantsEmulsifier and surfactant
Helps blend oil- and water-based ingredients to create a smooth, stable formula.
May suitThose who prefer products with a creamy, uniform texture.
Worth knowingIt is commonly used in conditioners and styling products to keep formulas consistent and easy to apply. It also supports even distribution of other ingredients through the hair.
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Cetyl Palmitate Thickeners and stabilisersEmollient and thickener
Cetyl Palmitate helps give products a smooth, creamy texture while adding light conditioning benefits.
May suitThose seeking richer, creamier formulas that add softness without heaviness.
Worth knowingIt is a wax ester commonly used to stabilise emulsions and improve slip in both haircare and skincare formulas.
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Oleic Acid Oils and buttersEmollient fatty acid
Oleic Acid is a fatty acid that helps soften and smooth the hair and scalp.
May suitThose looking for nourishment or softness, particularly for dry or coarse hair types.
Worth knowingIt is naturally found in many plant oils and is commonly used to support hair softness and flexibility.
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PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Cleansers / surfactantsSolubiliser and emulsifier
Helps blend oils and fragrance into water-based formulas for even texture and performance.
May suitUseful for those who prefer haircare products with clear, consistent textures or evenly dispersed fragrance and oils.
Worth knowingIt is widely used in shampoos, conditioners and styling products to keep formulations stable and smooth. It also offers mild surfactant properties that support product rinse-off.
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Parfum Fragrance ingredientsFragrance
Gives the product its scent.
May suitPeople who enjoy a scented product.
Worth knowingFragrance preference is personal. Some people prefer fragrance-free formulas by choice.
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Ascorbic Acid pH adjusterspH adjuster / antioxidant
Ascorbic Acid is a form of vitamin C used to help adjust pH and support formula stability.
May suitPeople using clarifying or colour-care products may appreciate its ability to support brightness and maintain product performance.
Worth knowingIt can also function as an antioxidant, helping protect formulas from oxidation. Its presence does not typically affect how a product feels or performs on the hair.
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Etidronic Acid Chelating agentsChelating agent
Etidronic Acid helps bind metal ions in water and formulas to support product stability and performance.
May suitPeople living in hard‑water areas or those wanting formulas that rinse more cleanly.
Worth knowingChelating agents can support the effectiveness of cleansing and conditioning products by preventing mineral build‑up. They are widely used at low levels to help maintain formulation clarity and consistency.
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Carbomer Thickeners and stabilisersThickener and stabiliser
Carbomer helps thicken and stabilise gels, creams and styling formulas.
May suitAnyone who prefers smooth, consistent textures in styling or leave-in products.
Worth knowingIt helps formulas stay evenly mixed and glide easily through the hair or onto the scalp. It is widely used because it works in very small amounts and provides reliable texture.
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Sodium Hydroxide pH adjusterspH adjuster
Helps control and stabilise the pH of haircare formulations.
May suitThose interested in how product pH affects scalp comfort or hair cuticle behaviour.
Worth knowingIt is used in very small amounts to bring a formula to the desired pH range. Once adjusted, it does not act as a strong alkaline agent in the finished product.
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Silica Thickeners and stabilisersAbsorbent and texturising agent
Silica helps control oil, improve texture and provide slip in haircare formulas.
May suitThose using styling or dry-finish products that benefit from a lightweight, matte feel.
Worth knowingIt is a common mineral ingredient used to enhance spreadability and stabilise product textures. It appears in a wide range of hair and styling products for its versatility.
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Hydrolyzed Keratin Proteins and amino acidsProtein
Helps temporarily support and smooth the hair surface for a stronger feel.
May suitDamaged, chemically treated or fragile hair wanting reinforcement.
Worth knowingProtein routines suit some hair well, while very protein-sensitive hair may prefer balance with moisture.
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Panthenol Conditioning agentsConditioning agent
Helps condition, soften and add a smooth, healthy feel to the hair.
May suitMost hair types, especially dry or dull hair.
Worth knowingA versatile, well-tolerated conditioning ingredient.
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Sodium Chloride Thickeners and stabilisersViscosity adjuster
Sodium Chloride is used to adjust the thickness of shampoos and other cleansing formulas.
May suitThose interested in how a product’s texture and lather are achieved.
Worth knowingIt is a simple mineral salt that helps create a familiar shampoo feel and can influence how a cleanser spreads through the hair.
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Hexyl Cinnamal Fragrance ingredientsFragrance component
A fragrance ingredient used to give products a light, floral scent.
May suitThose who enjoy subtly scented haircare products.
Worth knowingIt is one of the fragrance components that must be listed separately when present above certain levels. People with known fragrance sensitivities may choose to monitor for it.
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Linalool Fragrance ingredientsFragrance component
A fragrance component found naturally in many flowers and spices.
Worth knowingA fragrance component that must be listed separately on labels because a minority of people can be sensitive to it. Its presence is normal, required disclosure and is not a quality signal.
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Benzyl Alcohol PreservativesPreservative
Helps preserve formulations and can also act as a solvent or light fragrance component.
May suitThose interested in understanding preservative systems or identifying potential fragrance allergens.
Worth knowingBenzyl Alcohol is commonly used in professional haircare to support product stability and texture. It can also naturally occur in some essential oils.
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Citric Acid pH adjusterspH adjuster
Fine-tunes the product pH, which can help the hair surface feel smooth.
May suitMost hair types as part of a balanced formula.
Worth knowingUsually present in small amounts to balance the formula.
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Titanium Dioxide ColourantsOpacifier / colourant
Titanium Dioxide is used to add white colour or opacity to haircare products.
May suitThose interested in product appearance or opacity, such as in creams or conditioners.
Worth knowingIt is commonly used to create a uniform, opaque look and can also help stabilise formula appearance. Its presence does not affect how the product performs on the hair.
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Iron Oxides ColourantsColourant
Iron Oxides are mineral pigments used to provide colour to haircare and cosmetic products.
May suitThose interested in tinted or colour-enhancing products.
Worth knowingThese pigments are valued for their stability and are widely used to achieve natural-looking shades. They do not affect the performance of the haircare formula beyond providing colour.
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