Does Manic Panic stain easily?
Manic Panic® hair colors can stain anything that is porous (just like your hair!) so it is best to cover your surfaces and anything you don't intend to color with, tin foil, newspaper, or hair dye towels to ensure you do not get any unwanted staining on your home surfaces.
Manic Panic hair colors can stain anything that is porous (just like your hair!)
HOW TO DYE YOUR HAIR WITH MANIC PANIC®: OFFICIAL VIDEO
Ensure you apply your dye to dry hair. Deposit the correct amount of the Manic Panic hair colour into the mixing bowl. It's much easier to ensure you cover all of your hair thoroughly with the dye by sectioning your hair and working in even smaller sections within these.
Manic Panic hair colorants may temporarily stain skin and permanently stain the fabric of clothes, towels and bedding etc. Do not use with alkaline based products as these will upset the pH balance needed for maximum absorption of color by the hair.
The long-lasting quality of Arctic Fox makes for a gradual fade that works with your existing hair colour. Manic Panic is known for lasting for fewer washes than Arctic Fox, while Pulp Riot sits in the middle with a good track record in fading true to tone.
No, Manic Panic isn't bad for your hair. In fact, we believe it is safe for you to try Manic Panic's products. Although there are some harmful ingredients in their Manic Panic hair dyes, they are all manufactured in trace amounts.
Try cleansing your hair 12-24 hours before your colour application using a clarifying shampoo. The Manic Panic Prepare To Dye Clarifying Shampoo has been specially fortified using gentle and nourishing ingredients that cleanse both your hair and your scalp creating a suitable base for your colour.
I have used Manic Panic since the 1990s, and the quality is consistent. It provides saturated color, it is easy to use, and does not irritate sensitive skin.
Bleach your hair to get the best results. If you have darker hair or want a super vibrant color, it's best to bleach your hair using the Manic Panic Flash Lightning bleach kit.
Can I leave Manic Panic in overnight?
Manic panic is basically container and pigment. There's no need to mix it with more conditioner unless you want a lighter color. It is safe to leave overnight, it's like a deep conditioner (even without mixing any in) just put a shower cap or a plastic bag over your hair and sleep on it.
Manic Panic High Voltage Semi-Permanent Hair Color lasts for a few weeks or more and fades out gradually, but is also conditioning so it can be refreshed as often as you would like to keep the color always looking bright! Please keep in mind that darker colors will last longer than lighter colors.

white vinegar with two cups of warm water. Using a clean white cloth, sponge the stain with the detergent/vinegar solution, blotting frequently with a dry cloth until the stain disappears.
Manic panic is basically container and pigment. There's no need to mix it with more conditioner unless you want a lighter color. It is safe to leave overnight, it's like a deep conditioner (even without mixing any in) just put a shower cap or a plastic bag over your hair and sleep on it.