L'Oreal ParisL'Oreal Paris Excellence Creme Hair Color, 3.16 Burgundy, 72ml+100g

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L'Oreal Paris Excellence Creme in 3.16 Burgundy is a permanent cream hair colour in a 72ml + 100g pack. It gives dark hair a wine-red tone and suits women who want a noticeable but wearable burgundy that shows best in daylight, applied at home.

Excellence Creme is the L'Oreal Paris range many Indian buyers reach for when they want a cream colour for home use, and this pack is shade 3.16 Burgundy. The title lists the pack size as 72ml + 100g, which refers to the separate components you mix before applying. Burgundy is one of the most requested shades in India because it adds a red-violet richness without moving far from a dark base.

The number 3.16 gives a clue about how it will look. The 3 indicates a dark level, close to dark brown, while the numbers after the point describe the tones, here leaning towards ash-violet and red, which creates the burgundy effect. On naturally black hair, expect a subtle wine tint that glows in sunlight rather than a bright red. Grey strands will pick up the burgundy more vividly than the darker hair around them.

Because the title does not list ingredients or coverage claims, check the box and full listing for details such as grey coverage and whether a conditioner is included. Cream formulas like this are thick enough to stay in place along the parting and hairline, which makes root touch-ups easier for first-timers.

Safety comes first with any permanent dye. Do a patch test 48 hours before every use, even if you coloured with the same shade last month, since sensitivity can develop over time. Run a strand test on a hidden section to check the final tone and timing. Never apply on a broken or irritated scalp, and keep it well away from the eyes, eyebrows and lashes.

Red and burgundy tones are known to fade faster than browns, especially with hot showers and strong sun. In Indian summers, washing with cool water, using a colour-safe shampoo and covering hair outdoors can help. Wait a couple of days after colouring before your first wash so the shade settles.

Compared with stepping up to a salon global colour, a box shade is a budget-friendly way to test whether burgundy suits you. It was listed around ₹500 at the time of writing, against an MRP of ₹699. Check the expiry date and the instruction leaflet once it arrives, and keep the receipt in case of a damaged pack.

• Excellence Creme permanent cream colour from L'Oreal Paris
• Shade 3.16 Burgundy, a dark base with wine-red tones
• Pack size 72ml + 100g, as stated in the title
• Burgundy shows as a subtle tint on black hair
• Cream texture helps with neat root application
• Patch test 48 hours before each application

Who it suits

• Women wanting a burgundy tint on dark hair
• Those trying a red shade for the first time
• Home colour users comfortable with cream dyes
• Covering some greys with a richer tone

How to use

1. Patch test 48 hours ahead and strand test a hidden section.
2. Apply petroleum jelly on the hairline and ears, and wear gloves.
3. Mix the two components exactly as directed in the leaflet.
4. Apply to dry hair in sections, beginning at the roots.
5. Leave on for the time given in the instructions, then rinse until water runs clear.
6. Condition, and use cool water and a colour-safe shampoo for later washes.