Vampire Red is a deep blood-red hue that can also give unbleached hair a burgundy tone. For best results, it is recommended to lighten your hair to a light level 8 blonde or lighter. 1.Wash your hair with a clarifying shampoo like our Prepare To Dye® Clarifying Shampoo and blow dry until completely dry 2.Collect your material Use a t-shirt (which you don't mind getting color on), gloves, paint, mixing bowl, paint brush, towel, Dye Away Wipes and coconut oil (or other protective cream) for your hairline, and take your place Be sure to avoid splashes of paint on porous surfaces. 3.Perform a test on your hair. 4.Apply Manic Panic® Hair Color evenly and cover your hairs completely, making sure to work in small sections. 5.Cover your hair with a plastic toe (not necessary but can help with processing and cleansing). 6.Use a hair dryer to apply heat to your hair for part of the processing time (not necessary but can ensure that the hair follicles are prepared for the best absorption). 7.Let the color sit for 30 minutes or longer. Since Manic Panic® is harmless, you can let the product work for an hour or more 8.Rinse the hair dye with cold running water (be sure to avoid your eyes and face). Shampoo and conditioner are unnecessary because Manic Panic® acts as conditioner while it's in the hair, but we like to use our conditioner for extra softness and shine. Be sure to rinse out thoroughly (but think about where you rinse as it can stain porous surfaces) To ensure that most shades are thoroughly rinsed, rinse until the water is almost clear. 9.Towel dry and/or blow-dry your hair (be sure to use a dark-colored towel to avoid stains). Style as usual. Take on the world.