Davines Alchemic Shampoo color-depositing cleanser for Dark Brown & Black — Chocolate 9.47 oz, enhances tone & shine

Davines Alchemic Shampoo Chocolate is a color-depositing cleanser designed to intensify and refresh dark brown and black tones while adding shine.

This shampoo blends direct pigments with a gentle cleansing base to enhance both natural and color-treated brunette hair. It refreshes tonal depth between salon visits, lays down subtle chocolate hues, and helps hair look glossier without heavy buildup. The formula supports color longevity and adds visual richness to strands, making darker shades appear more vibrant and defined.

How does this shampoo deepen brunette or black shades?

Alchemic Chocolate contains direct pigments that temporarily deposit color on the hair surface during washing. Those pigments subtly enhance existing brown and black tones, evening out faded areas and boosting overall depth without permanent dyeing. Results are visible after one use and build with regular application.

• Direct pigments refresh and enrich surface color.
• Works on both natural and chemically colored hair.
• Depositions are cumulative but semi-temporary, fading gradually.

Will this shampoo protect my salon color and add shine?

The cleansing base gently removes residue while leaving color-enhancing pigments behind, which helps maintain vibrancy between salon appointments. It also includes ingredients that smooth the hair cuticle to reflect light, producing a noticeable glossy finish. This combination prolongs the perceived life of color-treated hair without harsh stripping.

• Helps reduce visible fading after coloring.
• Smoothing agents improve light reflection for added shine.
• Gentle cleansing minimizes dryness that can dull color.

How should I use Alchemic Chocolate for best results?

Use as a regular shampoo routine: wet hair, lather a small amount, and leave on for one to three minutes before rinsing to allow pigments to deposit. For a stronger effect, leave slightly longer or repeat the wash. Frequency depends on how intense you want the tone refresh—weekly or biweekly use works for most people.

• Apply to wet hair, lather, leave 1–3 minutes, then rinse.
• Repeat or extend processing time for a deeper shade boost.
• Pair with Davines conditioners or masks to lock in shine.

Is this product suitable for all dark browns and blacks?

Alchemic Chocolate is formulated specifically for dark brown to black hair tones; it’s effective on natural and color-treated hair but not for lifting or lightening. Very porous or heavily bleached bases may accept pigments unevenly, so results can vary. Always patch-test if unsure about shade outcomes.

• Best for medium-dark to very dark brown and black shades.
• Not intended to lighten hair or replace permanent color services.
• Porous hair may show stronger, less even deposits.

Who is this for: Davines Alchemic Shampoo Chocolate is ideal for people with natural or dyed dark brown and black hair who want quick, no-fuss tone maintenance and extra shine between color appointments. It suits anyone seeking temporary color refreshment without permanent chemicals, especially those aiming to lessen brassiness or add depth while supporting sustainable beauty principles.

Ingredients

AQUA / WATER / EAU, SODIUM LAUROYL METHYL ISETHIONATE, GLYCERIN, COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE, DISODIUM COCOAMPHODIACETATE, SODIUM LAUROYL SARCOSINATE, DECYL GLUCOSIDE, PANTHENOL, SODIUM COCOYL GLYCINATE, ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER, BENZYL ALCOHOL, SODIUM CHLORIDE, PARFUM / FRAGRANCE, POLYSORBATE 20, POLYESTER-37, SODIUM BENZOATE, SODIUM PCA, POLYQUATERNIUM-10, TRISODIUM ETHYLENEDIAMINE DISUCCINATE, GUAR HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE, TETRASODIUM GLUTAMATE DIACETATE, BASIC BROWN 16, BASIC BLUE 99, ACID VIOLET 43, BASIC RED 76, BASIC YELLOW 57, BASIC BROWN 17