Dye with confidence!

1 Choose the right product As simple as it sounds, the type of product you buy is dependent on the final look you want to achieve. “If you want to cover your grey hair entirely, or go lighter, you’ll need to use permanent hair colour,” explains Michael. “Even then you shouldn’t expect a permanent colour to lighten your hair by any more than three shades. “However if you want to go darker you can choose between a permanent or semi-permanent colour. Semi-permanent dye can stay the same depth, go darker or add colour. It’s milder and less damaging to hair, but may not cover all of your grey hairs.” TOP TIP Do a patch test every time you colour your hair. 2 Find a formula you like Whether you choose a lotion, gel or cream colour is down to personal preference. “All work extremely well,” explains Michael. “The real difference between salon and home hair colour is the application. A hair stylist is likely to be able to create better results, but if you find a formula that’s easy to apply, with a bit of practice you should be able to get salon results. “My personal preference is a cream formula, as it sits heavier on the hair, penetrating and doing its job.” TOP TIP Experiment with different semi-permanent formulas, which will wash out after around six washes.