Protect Your Salon and Clients from Non-Compliant Hair Colour Products
What is 'Grey Colour'?
"Grey Colour" refers to counterfeit hair color products deceptively branded to appear as legitimate offerings from reputable professional hair care brands. These products are falsely marketed and sold, undermining the trust and quality associated with genuine professional hair color. Despite increasing awareness, in 2024/25, unauthorized distributors continue to sell these products to unsuspecting salons, enticing them with seemingly significant savings on their favorite brands. Unfortunately, many salon owners remain unaware of the serious risks posed by using counterfeit hair dyes..

Lack of UK-Compliant Instructions
Imported Products
Imported hair colors may often be counterfeit, designed to mimic the branding and appearance of reputable products while failing to meet the rigorous safety standards required in the UK. These counterfeit products frequently contain harmful or untested ingredients that have not undergone the necessary regulatory approvals, posing serious risks to both clients and professionals. Potential hazards include allergic reactions, chemical burns, and long-term damage to the hair and scalp due to the presence of unknown or toxic substances.


No Manufacturer Support
Unverified Quality and Expiry


Compromised Professional Standards
How to Avoid and Stay Protected
When purchasing hairdressing products, it’s crucial to ensure that your wholesaler is an authorized distributor of UK-compliant goods. Authorized distributors work directly with manufacturers, adhering to strict quality control and regulatory standards to guarantee that the products they supply are genuine, safe, and effective. By sourcing from reputable suppliers, you can be confident that the products you use meet the necessary legal requirements, are properly stored, and are accompanied by English instructions and safety information. Choosing authorized suppliers also grants you access to manufacturer support, including technical advice, training, and product guarantees, which are invaluable for maintaining professional standards.
While discounts and promotions can be tempting, extremely low prices on branded hairdressing products are often a red flag indicating counterfeit or unauthorised goods. These suspiciously cheap products may have been illegally manufactured, smuggled, or mishandled during storage and shipping. They are unlikely to meet the quality and safety standards of genuine products and can result in inconsistent performance, unexpected side effects, or damage to your clients’ hair or scalp.
Salon Supplies is proud to be an Authorized Distributor for all major professional hair care brands, ensuring you receive only 100% genuine products every time. Our commitment is to provide a trustworthy, reliable, and high-quality service, giving you the confidence of working with a reputable company and an official brand partner. We deeply value the hairdressing industry and are dedicated to supporting our customers with authenticity and excellence.