SoftSheen-Carson Fade Resist Midnight Blue 382 – Rich Conditioning Permanent Hair Colour

SoftSheen-Carson Fade Resist Rich Conditioning Color Midnight Blue 382 is a permanent hair colour designed to create a rich, deep blue-black finish with vibrant blue tones and brilliant-looking shine. Developed with textured hair in mind, this striking shade is ideal for anyone who wants to transform dark hair with a bold colour that appears sophisticated indoors while revealing beautiful midnight-blue tones under brighter light.

The SoftSheen-Carson Fade Resist Rich Conditioning Color Midnight Blue belongs to the Fade Resist permanent hair-colour range and is specifically marketed for textured hair and curl patterns 4–8. The manufacturer states that the colour can provide up to 100% grey coverage and resist fading for up to eight weeks, depending on individual hair characteristics and maintenance.

Rich Midnight Blue-Black Colour

The defining characteristic of SoftSheen-Carson Fade Resist Rich Conditioning Color Midnight Blue is its deep blue-black appearance. Rather than producing an extremely bright blue result, the shade combines dark depth with noticeable blue tones, creating a sophisticated finish that can look particularly striking on naturally dark hair.

Shade 382 is officially identified as Midnight Blue. The colour is designed to deposit rich, dimensional blue-black tones while adding a luminous-looking finish. This makes it a versatile choice for anyone who wants a dramatic colour change without moving away completely from a deep, dark base.

Your final result can vary depending on your starting hair colour, previous colour treatments, hair condition, porosity, and application technique. A strand test is therefore recommended before applying the colour to the entire head.

Permanent Hair Colour for Textured Hair

SoftSheen-Carson Fade Resist Rich Conditioning Color Midnight Blue 382 is formulated specifically for textured hair, including curl patterns 4–8. The manufacturer positions the product as a permanent hair colour that delivers rich colour and shine while providing conditioning care during the colouring process.

The formula is suitable for both natural and relaxed hair when used according to the manufacturer’s instructions. SoftSheen-Carson states that the colour provides up to 100% grey coverage, making it useful for customers who want to combine a dramatic blue-black transformation with grey coverage.

Because this is a permanent colour, natural regrowth will become visible as your hair grows. The manufacturer recommends following the appropriate full-head or root-retouch process depending on whether you are colouring your hair for the first time or refreshing existing colour.

Conditioning Moisture Mask Included

Colouring is only part of the process. Maintaining a soft and manageable feel after colouring is particularly important for textured hair, which is why SoftSheen-Carson Fade Resist Rich Conditioning Color Midnight Blue includes an after-colour Moisture Mask.

The included mask is infused with shea butter, sunflower oil, and vitamin E. SoftSheen-Carson describes the current mask as 97% naturally derived and designed to hydrate, nourish, smooth, and condition the hair after colouring.

The conditioning step helps complete your colour routine while supporting a softer, smoother, more polished-looking finish. For additional products that can complement your coloured-hair routine, explore our Hair Treatment collection.

Fade-Resistant Colour That Lasts

One of the key benefits of SoftSheen-Carson Fade Resist Rich Conditioning Color Midnight Blue is its fade-resistant permanent colour system. The manufacturer states that Midnight Blue can maintain its vibrant-looking tones for up to eight weeks, although actual longevity depends on factors such as hair growth, washing frequency, lifestyle, and environmental exposure.

The deep blue-black shade is particularly effective for creating a colour that looks dark and refined while still offering a distinctive blue reflection. Regular colour-conscious hair care can help maintain the appearance of the shade between applications.

Using suitable hair-care products, reducing unnecessary heat exposure, and maintaining regular conditioning can all help your hair continue looking smooth and vibrant.

Convenient At-Home Colouring Kit

SoftSheen-Carson Fade Resist Rich Conditioning Color Midnight Blue 382 comes as a complete colouring kit. The manufacturer lists an applicator bottle containing cream developer, a bottle of permanent hair colour, a conditioner tube, instructions, and protective plastic gloves as part of the kit.

The colour has a cream/jelly format designed for convenient application. Sectioning the hair before application can help improve control and ensure the colour is distributed evenly throughout the desired areas.

The kit format makes SoftSheen-Carson Fade Resist Rich Conditioning Color Midnight Blue a convenient choice for customers who prefer an at-home colouring routine.

How to Use Midnight Blue 382

Before using SoftSheen-Carson Fade Resist Rich Conditioning Color Midnight Blue, carefully read the instructions included with your particular kit and complete the recommended allergy and strand tests.

For a full-head application, the manufacturer’s current instructions include:

• Wear the protective gloves supplied with the kit.
• Conduct a strand test before beginning.
• Mix the developer and permanent colour as directed.
• Divide dry hair into four manageable sections.
• Apply the mixture evenly from the roots through the lengths and ends.
• Process for 30 minutes on natural hair or 20 minutes on relaxed hair.
• Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water until the water runs clear.
• Apply the included Moisture Mask.
• Follow all remaining safety and application instructions supplied with the kit.

For root touch-ups, the manufacturer recommends shorter processing times before refreshing the mid-lengths and ends. Follow the exact instructions supplied with your product rather than using full-head application timings for a retouch.

Important Colouring Precautions

Permanent hair colour can cause allergic reactions. SoftSheen-Carson recommends performing both a strand test and a 48-hour allergy patch test before colouring. Always follow the safety information included with the product.

The manufacturer also advises that Midnight Blue can be used on relaxed hair when applied at least two weeks after a relaxer, while it is not recommended for keratin- or henna-treated hair because results may be unpredictable.

Do not store unused mixed colour. The manufacturer warns that the container may explode if leftover mixture is saved.

Maintain Your Midnight Blue Colour

After achieving your SoftSheen-Carson Fade Resist Rich Conditioning Color Midnight Blue result, a consistent maintenance routine can help preserve the appearance of your colour.

Choose colour-conscious cleansing and conditioning products, deep-condition regularly, and avoid unnecessary heat styling. SoftSheen-Carson also recommends waiting at least 48 hours before heat styling, swimming, or prolonged sun exposure after colouring because chlorine and UV exposure can contribute to premature fading.

Explore our Hair Care collection for products that can complement your coloured-hair routine.

Why Choose SoftSheen-Carson Fade Resist Midnight Blue?

Choosing SoftSheen-Carson Fade Resist Rich Conditioning Color Midnight Blue 382 gives you a dramatic permanent colour system designed specifically for textured hair. Its deep blue-black shade, fade-resistant performance, grey coverage, and included Moisture Mask make it a practical choice for creating a bold new look while maintaining conditioning care.

Key Features

• Midnight Blue shade 382
• Permanent hair colour
• Rich blue-black colour with vibrant blue tones
• Designed for textured hair and curl patterns 4–8
• Up to 100% grey coverage
• Fade-resistant colour for up to 8 weeks
• Designed to provide brilliant-looking shine
• Includes Moisture Mask
• Moisture Mask contains shea butter, sunflower oil, and vitamin E
• 97% naturally derived Moisture Mask
• Vegan hair colour
• Paraben-free and silicone-free
• Complete at-home colouring kit
• Includes developer, colour, conditioner, gloves, and instructions

If you want a distinctive dark colour with a sophisticated blue reflection, SoftSheen-Carson Fade Resist Rich Conditioning Color Midnight Blue is an excellent option. Its permanent colour system delivers a rich blue-black appearance, while the included conditioning treatment helps support softness, hydration, smoothness, and shine after colouring.

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