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Manic Media™: Your Source For All Things Color
How TO
We’ve got answers! Whether you’re a hair dye virgin or a total dye hard, we’ve got all the pointers you need to get the Instagram-ready color of your dreams.
Because we’re the OGs in colorful vegan and cruelty-free hair color. But if that’s not reason enough, our hair colors are free of harsh chemicals and fortified to condition your hair while you color. With each Manic Panic® color, you can get the DIY look without the damage. That’s color without compromise!
Before coloring your hair, you should perform a patch or strand test with your hair color or bleach to make sure you don’t have any allergic reactions. You can also see if you like the color before coloring your hair all over!
Yes and no. Some of our colors (especially neons, UVs, and pastels) work best on a pre-lightened base. If you want our signature intense color, we recommend lightening your hair to at least a level 7+ blonde. But we also have colors that give gorgeous colorful tints to dark hair. Each product on our website comes with hair swatches so you can see before and after results on light and dark hair.
Your base color is SUPER important since it affects the appearance of tones. If you apply blue pigment on top of a yellow-toned blonde, the results can veer toward a more teal or green hue. The whiter the hair, the truer the color tone. Before you color your hair blue, watch a tutorial by Mykey O’Halloran on how to avoid green tints!
Our semi-permanent formula lasts for about 4-6 weeks. But stronger formulas (like our Amplified collection) last longer because they contain 30% more pigment.
If you want to fight the fade for longer, we have color-safe shampoos and conditioners made specifically to maintain our hair colors. Use cool water when shampooing and try to wash hair only once a week (the more you wash, the faster the color fades). We also have dry shampoo to keep your color fresh on days when you skip a wash.
Love Color™ color depositing conditioner leaves hair looking vibrant, nourished and refreshed. Keep color as vibrant as the day you first colored your hair. Formulated with quinoa & vegetable proteins, shea butter and luminescine.
Red Desire is a classic warm vibrant red that will refresh and intensify your faded color.
Red Desire can give hints of red to virgin, unbleached hair.
Complimenting Color: Wildfire, Pillarbox Red, Rock N Roll Red
DIRECTIONS
Wear protective gloves to avoid staining. Apply a generous amount to clean, damp hair. Leave on 5 – 10 minutes. Rinse thoroughly.
WARNINGS
CAUTION: For external use only. This product contains ingredients which may cause skin irritation. A preliminary patch test should be done before using product. To perform a patch test, apply a small amount of product to clean dry skin such as the nape of the neck or elbow. Allow patch test to dry and leave undisturbed for 24 hours. The area must be checked after 24 & 48 hours. If irritation or abnormal reaction occurs, discontinue use & seek medical advice. Avoid contact with eyes and do not use eyelashes or eyebrows; this may cause blindness. This product is only for use for the hair on your head.
dye like you mean it
Our semi-permanent hair colors shine brighter and bolder for much, MUCH longer than other dye brands.
Your hair, your vision, your way! Get a salon-quality dye job in the comfort of your own home.
100% vegan and cruelty free since ‘77. You can always count on Manic Panic to bring the Guilt-Free Glamour.
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