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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.
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Maximum lift. Brighter color. Everything you need in one kit.
Manic Panic® Flash Lightning® 40 Volume Hair Bleach Kit is a complete at-home hair lightening kit designed for maximum lift on dark brown, black, or resistant hair. It lifts hair up to five levels to create a lighter canvas before applying bright, pastel, neon, or UV-reactive Manic Panic® hair color.
This vegan and cruelty-free hair bleach kit features dust-free bleach powder, ultra-creamy 40 Volume Cream Developer, application tools, and step-by-step instructions for DIY hair lightening. Results vary based on starting hair level, hair condition, texture, and processing time.
Everything you need to mix, apply, and lighten your hair at home in one complete 40 Volume hair bleach kit.
Best for fine, blonde, or previously lightened hair. Provides controlled lift with 30 Volume Cream Developer.
Best for dark brown, black, or resistant hair. Designed for maximum lift with 40 Volume Cream Developer.
Features Mega Blue Powder to help reduce warm, yellow, and brassy tones while lightening. Ideal for platinum, silver, pastel, and other cool-toned results.
Compare all Manic Panic® Hair Bleach Kits
Before you begin: Read the enclosed instructions completely. Always perform both a patch test and a strand test before full application.
Prepare a small amount of the bleach mixture according to the enclosed instructions. Apply as directed in the kit instructions and monitor for a reaction. Do not use the product if irritation occurs.
Apply the prepared mixture to a small, hidden section of hair. Monitor the strand to evaluate processing time, lift, and hair condition before proceeding with full application.
Always follow the complete directions, warnings, and safety information enclosed with your kit.
Hair thickness and density may affect how much product is needed. For complete, even saturation, it is better to have an extra hair bleach kit available than to run out during application.
Made with vegan, cruelty-free ingredients, so you can lighten and color with confidence. Manic Panic® creates bold, DIY-friendly products for fearless self-expression.
🌎 Color With a Conscience™ — Manic Panic® donates 15% of its profits to charities that support animals, people, and the planet.
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