Hair colouring has become a normal part of grooming — whether it's to cover greys, refresh your look, or try something new. One brand many people in India rely on is Godrej Expert Rich Crème Hair Colour. It’s affordable, easy to apply, and marketed as being enriched with aloe vera and milk protein, which makes it sound gentle and nourishing.
But like any cosmetic or chemical product, it’s not completely risk-free. If you're considering using it — or already have — it’s helpful to understand potential side effects and how to avoid or minimise them.
This guide explains those effects in simple language so you can make a safer, informed choice.
Why Side Effects Happen
Even though Godrej Expert Rich Crème is advertised as ammonia-free in many variants, it still contains chemical colourants and developers. These ingredients allow the dye to penetrate the hair shaft and permanently change the colour — but they can also interact with the skin, scalp, and hair structure.
So while some people use it without any issues, others may experience reactions based on:
Skin sensitivity
Allergies
Frequency of use
Ingredients in the dye
Improper application
Common Side Effects
Most side effects people experience with this hair colour are mild and temporary. Here are the most commonly reported ones:
✔ 1. Itching or Mild Burning Sensation
Some users feel a slightly itchy or tingling sensation while the colour develops. This is usually temporary but indicates that your skin may be reacting to the ingredients.
✔ 2. Dryness and Rough Hair
Hair colouring works by opening the cuticle layer of the hair. Even with conditioning ingredients like aloe vera and milk protein, some people notice:
Dry or rough hair texture
Loss of shine
More tangling than usual
Using a conditioner or hair mask after colouring can help.
✔ 3. Temporary Hair Fall
This can happen because dyeing weakens the hair shaft. Hair that is already brittle, previously chemically treated, or damaged by heat styling may break more easily.
✔ 4. Skin Staining
The colour may temporarily stain the forehead, ears, or fingers during application. This isn’t harmful, just inconvenient.
Moderate Side Effects
These don’t happen to everyone, but are more serious and may require attention:
1. Irritant Contact Dermatitis
This appears as:
Redness
Burning
Dry patches
Flaking skin
It usually happens if:
You leave the dye on too long
You apply it to broken or irritated skin
You react to the chemical components
2. Noticeable Hair Thinning
If the product reacts strongly with your hair type or if you use it too often, hair may become noticeably weaker or thinner over time.