Soft Black Henna + Indigo Hair Color (PPD-Free Gray Coverage)

What it is

Freegrin Soft Black Henna + Indigo is a 100% plant-based hair color that uses real henna (Lawsonia inermis) blended with indigo to build a natural-looking soft black — with no PPD, ammonia, peroxide or metallic salts. It is designed especially for gray coverage, coating each strand to support a rich, dimensional result while conditioning as it colors.

Why you’ll love it

• Soft, natural black: builds a deep shade that looks natural rather than flat, without harsh box-dye chemistry.
• Gray coverage: formulated to help adhere to stubborn silver strands for even, uniform tone.
• Gentle by design: PPD-free and ammonia-free, a thoughtful choice for those avoiding oxidative dyes.
• Healthier-looking hair: coats and thickens the feel of aging hair, adding shine and body.

How to use

1. Mix: blend the powder with warm water into a smooth, yogurt-like paste and let it rest 4–5 hours to release the botanical pigments.
2. Apply: section clean, dry hair and coat evenly, fully saturating gray areas. Leave on 2–4 hours.
3. Rinse: wash out with water only. Allow up to 48 hours for the color to oxidize and deepen to its final shade.

New to plant color? See our step-by-step guide to mixing henna and our henna vs. chemical dye comparison.

Ingredients & safety

Pure henna and indigo leaf powder — no PPD, ammonia, peroxide, metallic salts or parabens. Always do a 24-hour patch test on your inner arm before each use and stop if you notice irritation. Henna is a plant and results depend on your natural base color and timing; no color is guaranteed suitable for every skin or hair type. Because this is a two-step botanical color, expect the deep shade to develop over 24–48 hours rather than instantly.

FAQ

Will it give a true jet black? It builds a natural soft black through henna + indigo; the tone reads warm-natural rather than a flat synthetic jet black, and deepens over a day or two.

Is it really PPD-free? Yes — the color comes from henna and indigo, never from PPD or added chemicals.

How long does it last? It is semi-permanent and grows out softly without a harsh regrowth line; refresh roots as needed.

Shipping & returns

Ships from the US with 30-day returns on unopened items. Explore more shades in our henna powder collection and our full Henna Guide.