Organic Colour Systems
Ammonia-free permanent hair colour, formulated to be irritation-free and applied one-on-one in Forest Hill, Toronto.
Irritation-Free Colour
for Sensitive Scalps
If colour has stung, itched or smelled harsh for you before, OCS is the line to ask about.
OCS takes out the ammonia and uses the lowest level of colour pigment that still does the job. Its maker designed both choices so that colour does not irritate the scalp.
Every new colour client still has a patch test first, at least 48 hours before the appointment.
What OCS Is
Organic Colour Systems (OCS) is a professional, salon-only colour line made in the UK. Its permanent colour uses no ammonia, so your appointment comes without the sharp ammonia smell.
OCS is still permanent colour. It covers grey, it lasts, and Sarah mixes each formula for your hair at the chair.
Irritation-Free Formula
OCS permanent colour contains no ammonia and a low pigment load, so you sit through your colour without the strong odour of traditional formulas.
Some Certified-Organic Ingredients
OCS blends some certified-organic botanical ingredients into its colour base. The colour as a whole is a professional salon formula.
Vegan & Cruelty-Free
The whole OCS range is vegan and cruelty-free.
How OCS Differs from Other Ammonia-Free Colour
Ammonia-free describes one ingredient choice, and several professional colour lines make it. We use two of them, L'Oréal iNOA and OCS. These are the points that set OCS apart.
Lower Pigment Load
OCS formulates its permanent colour with the lowest level of colour pigment that still does the job.
Silicone-Free
OCS colour and its matching hair care contain no silicone, so it leaves no silicone build-up on the hair.
Organic Botanicals, Vegan Range
OCS adds some certified-organic botanical ingredients to its base, and the whole range is vegan and cruelty-free.
What stays the same: OCS is permanent colour and needs the same 48-hour patch test as any other line.
Who OCS Suits
You Dislike the Smell of Colour
If ammonia fumes put you off colouring, OCS gives you permanent colour and grey coverage without them.
You Choose Vegan Products
If you buy vegan and cruelty-free elsewhere, you can keep that choice for your hair colour.
You Want Grey Coverage
OCS permanent colour covers grey. Most clients book a root touch-up every four to six weeks.
48-Hour Patch Test
New colour clients need a patch test at least 48 hours before their first colour appointment. Ammonia-free colour can still cause a reaction, so the patch test applies to OCS as it does to every colour line we use.
OCS permanent colour contains PPD-family dyes, like other permanent hair colour. If you have a confirmed allergy to PPD or another hair dye, or you have reacted to colour before, tell us when you request your consultation.
Organic Colour FAQ
What is Organic Colour Systems?
Organic Colour Systems (OCS) is a professional, salon-only hair colour line made in the UK. Its permanent colour is ammonia-free and made with some certified-organic ingredients. The whole range is vegan and cruelty-free.
Does OCS contain PPD?
Yes. OCS permanent colour is an oxidative colour, like other permanent hair colour, and it contains PPD-family dyes. If you have a confirmed allergy to PPD or another hair dye, tell us before you book.
Do I need a patch test for OCS?
Yes. New colour clients need a patch test at least 48 hours before their first colour appointment. Ammonia-free colour can still cause a reaction, so the patch test applies to OCS as it does to every colour line we use.
Does OCS cover grey hair?
Yes. OCS permanent colour covers grey. Most clients book a root touch-up every four to six weeks.
Can I have OCS colour while pregnant?
We can't give medical advice. Please ask your doctor or midwife first, and tell Sarah at your consultation so she can plan your colour with you.
How do I book OCS colour at Salon Dain?
Request a complimentary 30-minute consultation and ask for Organic Colour Systems. Sarah looks at your hair and colour history, confirms OCS suits what you want, and quotes your price before you book the service.
See every colour service, including High Impact blonding and iNOA.
Colour & Blonding →Meet the stylist who mixes your colour.
Meet Sarah →Ask for OCS
at Your Consultation
One stylist, one client. Your consultation covers your colour history, your patch test and your quote.