SPARKS IS A VIBRANT, PERMANENT HAIR COLOR THAT PRODUCES THE BRIGHTEST SHADES IMAGINABLE. SPARKS CONDITIONS HAIR AS IT COLORS, LEAVING HAIR HEALTHIER LOOKING. 1.) Hair must be pre-lightened prior to SPARKS color application for the best results. Please see Lightening guide for guidelines for each color. 2.)Before applying SPARKS, hair must be freshly shampooed and thoroughly dried. 3.)DO NOT mix SPARKS with any developer or peroxide. Apply color directly to the hair. 4.)Thoroughly shampoo and rinse from the hair until the water runs clear. 5.) Dry and style as desired.