Which Hair Brands Offer Maroon Red Hair Color Dye Options?

I still get a little giddy thinking about that first jar of maroon dye I tried in my tiny bathroom — the color was so rich it looked like a glass of red wine. If you want a maroon/red that reads deep and jewel-toned rather than bright cherry, look at both mainstream box brands and indie semi-permanent lines. Big drugstore names that commonly carry maroon/burgundy/mahogany variants include L'Oréal Paris (their permanent and demi lines often label shades as 'burgundy' or 'mahogany'), Garnier Nutrisse (they have deep red/burgundy shades), Clairol (Natural Instincts and Nice'n Easy sometimes list cranberry/mahogany tones), Revlon Colorsilk (solid budget options in burgundy), and Schwarzkopf (their consumer lines and salon-level IGORA family have rich red/bordeaux options). These are great if you want predictable, widely available shades and straightforward instructions.

If you like experimenting and want vivid, longer-lasting tones or color-depositing options, check out more niche/semi-permanent brands: Manic Panic, Arctic Fox, Splat, Punky Colour, Adore, Joico Color Intensity, and Pravana. Those indie lines often describe shades as 'wine', 'burgundy', 'maroon', 'cranberry', or 'red velvet' — and they work brilliantly for that multi-dimensional maroon look, especially on pre-lightened hair. Also look into oVertone and other color-depositing conditioners if you want to refresh maroon tones between dyes; they keep the hue from washing out and feel like a hair spa treatment.

A few practical notes from my own dye nights: true maroon often needs lift on darker hair — even if it’s a red-brown, you might need some lightening for the richness to show. Permanent box dyes are easier for coverage, but semi-permanent gives that lived-in, slightly faded maroon I adore. Always strand-test, use sulfate-free shampoo, rinse in cool water, and consider a gloss/toner if the red skews too orange. If you're nervous, a salon can help you hit the right depth, but if you love mixing colors and DIY sessions, those indie semi-permanent tubs let you tweak tone (add a touch of brown/black to deepen or some violet to take down orange). Personally, I prefer a slightly brassy-free maroon with a touch of brown so it wears gracefully — but whether you want vampire-deep or plush-wine, there's a brand out there to match your vibe and maintenance level.

If you want a clean list without hunting, here’s the short practical breakdown I use when recommending maroon shades to friends: pick a mainstream brand for ease (L'Oréal Paris, Garnier, Clairol, Revlon, Schwarzkopf) if you want permanent/demi-permanent box dye options that often include 'burgundy', 'mahogany', 'cranberry' or 'wine' tones. If you want richer, craftier, or semi-permanent maroon that fades beautifully, try indie brands like Manic Panic, Arctic Fox, Joico Color Intensity, Pravana, Splat, Punky Colour, or Adore. For upkeep, add oVertone-style color-depositing conditioners and wash in cool water; for darker hair you may need a lift (bleach) first to get the true maroon pop. Finally, if you’re unsure about shade names, look for words like 'burgundy', 'wine', 'mahogany', or 'cranberry' on the box — they’re usually the maroon family — and always do a strand test before committing to the whole head.