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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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Personalized Color Match
Choose your Classic shade and we'll recommend the best Love Color™ to refresh faded color, maintain vibrant results, and extend your vivid hair color.
Build your color routine
Classic High Voltage®
Love Color™
Complete your routine
Select one product from each step to complete your bundle.
Each Color Routine Duo includes one Manic Panic® semi-permanent hair dye and one coordinating Love Color™ Color Depositing Conditioner.
Love Color™ is an ultra-pigmented, buildable color-depositing conditioner that helps maintain vivid hair color as part of your regular color care routine.
Why You’ll Love It▾
Refreshes Color: Revives faded tones
Buildable Pigment: Color builds with each use
3-in-1 Formula: Cleanses, conditions, and deposits color
Deep Hydration: Restores moisture + shine
Choose a Classic Manic Panic® hair dye shade, and we’ll recommend the Love Color™ Color Depositing Conditioner that most closely coordinates with its color family and undertone.
Results can vary depending on your starting hair color, current level of fading, hair condition and porosity.
The 15% bundle discount is available only when you select both products and add them to your cart through the Color Routine Bundle page. The discounted price is reflected on the bundle page and in your cart.
The discount does not apply when the hair dye and Love Color™ conditioner are added to the cart separately
Adjust how often you use Love Color™ based on how quickly your hair color fades and how much pigment you want to maintain. Use it less frequently for a softer refresh or more regularly for a stronger color deposit.
Love Color™ is ultra-pigmented and buildable, so start with a small amount and add more as needed to distribute it evenly through your hair. The amount needed will depend on your hair’s length and thickness.
Wear protective gloves during application to help avoid staining your hands.Results vary depending on your starting hair color, current level of fading, hair condition and porosity.