Using this Punky semi - permanent flamingo pink hair dye is a breeze. First, shampoo your hair and dry it. Then, put petroleum jelly or baby oil around your hairline and on your ears to prevent staining. Wear rubber gloves and use a tinting brush to evenly apply the colour from roots to ends. Comb through the hair. Leave the dye on for about 15 - 30 minutes, then rinse it out and dispose of the remaining mixture. Wash your hands after application. The colour will fade with each shampoo and may last 5 - 40 washes, depending on your hair type, condition, and porosity. For best results, apply it to dry, bleached hair and skip conditioning. Be careful not to use it in the eye area as it may cause blindness. Avoid contact with skin and clothing as it will stain. Keep it out of reach of children. Since it may cause skin irritation on some people, do a preliminary test before each use. Clean a small area of skin behind your ear or on your inner forearm with soap, water, or alcohol. Apply a small amount of the hair colour and let it dry. If there's no irritation, it's likely you're not hypersensitive to the dye. If you get the dye in your eyes, flush them with water for 15 minutes, remove contact lenses if you're wearing them, and consult a doctor. Rinse skin with water if it gets stained. If ingested, consult medical personnel. The dye can stain porous materials like skin, clothing, towels, and bathroom surfaces. Cover the application area with plastic bags or newspapers. Don't rinse your hair in the shower to avoid splattering and staining. To reduce staining, you can use peroxide - based cleansers, a paste of baking soda and liquid dish soap, or toothpaste with a little warm water.