Clairol is a personal care products division of Procter & Gamble and was formerly the largest independent hair products company in the world. P&G-Clairol makes hair coloring, hair spray, shampoo, hair conditioner, and styling consumables. Among their brand names are Herbal Essences, Loving Care, Hydrience, Ultress, Natural Instincts, Nice 'n Easy, and Balsam Color.