Manic Panic
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ruby_soho
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I'm pretty sure the blue I used was Midnight Blue. It looked good at first, but faded instantly after the first wash, and then faded to a lighter blue/sea green colour. I wouldn't recommend Manic Panic dye. The only other dye I used was Wild Colours and it worked alot better, was thicker, and cheaper.
ruby_soho
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I just bought it at some beauty supply store in Toronto, I've seen it recently at another store in Ottawa. Just call up some beauty supply stores (make sure you don't need a cosmetician licence) and ask if they carry colourful dyes. Just try to stay away from Manic Panic, and I've heard Fudge fades quickly, and is super expensive.
HapaDynazty
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MP is really bad for your hair but it does have nice bright colors!
jokers_kick
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no it isn't. it's a veggie dye, it contains no harmful chemicals that could damage hair.
| Originally Posted by HapaDynazty MP is really bad for your hair but it does have nice bright colors! |
no it isn't. it's a veggie dye, it contains no harmful chemicals that could damage hair.
jokers_kick
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nooooooo to manic panic. it fades horribly. Try raw or special effects. They last two months without needing to re-dye on me.
as for the yellow, try bright as f@ck yellow by special effects haha.
as for the yellow, try bright as f@ck yellow by special effects haha.
ruby_soho
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It works well, it's just bleach, bleach is pretty standard. I can't remember if for the other bleach kits I've used I had to mix powder, but I remember it being kinda messy and hard to not inhale.
| Originally Posted by JunkaLunk Just wondering. I bought the Manic Panic Flash Lightning bleaching kit. hahaha sounds long. But is it any good? |
It works well, it's just bleach, bleach is pretty standard. I can't remember if for the other bleach kits I've used I had to mix powder, but I remember it being kinda messy and hard to not inhale.
HapaDynazty
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manic panic might be natural but even if it uses natural ingredients doesnt mean that its necessarily good for your hair - it has high levels alcohol and really drys your hair out - which is why it fades fast.
| Originally Posted by jokers_kick no it isn't. it's a veggie dye, it contains no harmful chemicals that could damage hair. |
manic panic might be natural but even if it uses natural ingredients doesnt mean that its necessarily good for your hair - it has high levels alcohol and really drys your hair out - which is why it fades fast.
lovejam
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When I was in high school, I used a brand called Directions. They make a Midnight Blue, which was what I used (such a beautifully rich color!). Give them a try, because they're inexpensive, but they last really long. And when they fade, they fade pretty evenly, so it still looks good.
I made the mistake of getting Manic Panic once to redye my hair (in After Midnight Blue, if you can believe it!), and it turned my hair SEAFOAM GREEN. Never again. After that, I always made the longer trek to a store that sold Directions.
I believe Hot Topic might sell Directions brand. Give it a try, it's what I swore by when I still dyed my hair.
ETA: Directions also makes a yellow called Bright Daffodil.
ETA2: I should mention that the full name is LaRiche Directions. Makes it easier to find online.
I made the mistake of getting Manic Panic once to redye my hair (in After Midnight Blue, if you can believe it!), and it turned my hair SEAFOAM GREEN. Never again. After that, I always made the longer trek to a store that sold Directions.
I believe Hot Topic might sell Directions brand. Give it a try, it's what I swore by when I still dyed my hair.
ETA: Directions also makes a yellow called Bright Daffodil.
ETA2: I should mention that the full name is LaRiche Directions. Makes it easier to find online.
Spam.n.Rice
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Boo...I was gonna try manic panic...I've tried special effects before and a week later my hair was green. =(
hyperRealGurl
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What colors do u have on ur hair, "kinda pink hot pink? fushia? anyhow I love it!!! also where would i buy " Special effects?"
| Originally Posted by Cherrie I suggest special effects over manic panic anyday (with bleach application of course)!! Manic Panic fades 3x's faster and the color variety is ummm bland... |
What colors do u have on ur hair, "kinda pink hot pink? fushia? anyhow I love it!!! also where would i buy " Special effects?"
Pink_lily
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i used manic panic a couple times in middle school and high school, and it just faded way too quickly for my liking. i used another brand i found at hot topic a couple times...special effects, i think? i always used it to bleach and dye my best friend's hair too. they made a beautiful turquoise color that lasted for weeks without fading.
Cherrie
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I have atomic pink, joyride and wild flower... The atomic pink glows under black light. You could buy special effects at Hot Topic. but it cost about 14$. Shop online and google it. You'll find better deals around half the price.
| Originally Posted by hyperRealGurl What colors do u have on ur hair, "kinda pink hot pink? fushia? anyhow I love it!!! also where would i buy " Special effects?" |
I have atomic pink, joyride and wild flower... The atomic pink glows under black light. You could buy special effects at Hot Topic. but it cost about 14$. Shop online and google it. You'll find better deals around half the price.
