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Manic Panic Classic Formula

Manic Panic Classic Formula
Overall rating from 66 reviews so far:
4.1/5
Would use it again?
4.0/5
Did it do what it said it would?
4.1/5
Would recommend it to a friend?
4.1/5

Manic Panic Classic Formula semi-permanent cream hair colour. Available in 37 shades.

Some shades glow under black light.

There is also a Pastel-izer / Mixer available in the Classic Formula.

Manic Panic Classic Hair Colour made from vegan ingredients, PDD free and is NOT tested on animals. 

Website www.sinister.co.nz

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Manic Panic Classic Formula

Manic Panic Classic Formula

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
2nd January, 2014
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manic

This product is awesome as long as you get hair to the correct level needed before applying manic. Wicked colours a+++

Tips: The lighter the hair the brighter the colour will come out.

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100_percent_ash
2nd January, 2014

Have always wanted to try manic thanks for the review :)

searnne
2nd January, 2014

Also dont use light towels or pillow cases this colour can run when washed

Overall rating:
5.0/5
2nd January, 2014
0 members found this review useful
Manic Panic Hot hot pink

I used this a couple of years ago when i dyed the bottom half of my hair hot hot pink and i loved it thew colour was amazing so bright looked fantastic, i have brown hair and just dyed the bottom half with a blonde super market dye to lighten my hair to a ginger like colour then dyed over it with this which worked perfect, only annoying this is i had to redo it every week but i think that is just what you get with these bright products,I preferred this alot more than paintbox, and i found it was super conditioning and left my hair felling great!

Tips: I have a pic on my instagram @jamielynnekirk with the difference between paintbox and manic panic if anyone wants to see, scroll down the bottom of the pics :)

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
21st January, 2014
2 members found this review useful
Love Manic Panic!

I definitely prefer manic panic over paintbox, however if you are wanting a better quality long lasting dye, go for the manic panic amplified series of dyes.

Tips: These tubs last forever, even if already opened, if you find you have some left in the tub, leave it in your bathroom until next time. When you dye your hair with these, make sure your hair is pre-lighted, this is critical for the colour to turn out properly. This dye does not damage your hair, so the longer you can leave it on, the better! Overnight if possible, wrap your hair up in gladwrap, and sleep in it and wash it out in the morning in the shower. For best results, rinse it in white vinegar in the shower!! It sets the dye so it lasts longer. If you are wanting PASTEL colors, mix a whole tube of white conditioner with a few drops of the colour in a snap-lock container, until it is slightly darker than the shade you want to achieve, any left over can stay in the container until next time (pastels require a lot of maintenance! you will need to dye your hair every 5 days or so)

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
6th March, 2014
0 members found this review useful
These colours are amazing!

The colour range in this brand is amazing! They turn out so vibrant and last for so long I've noticed on others... but sadly not as long on me... Maybe a week tops. However, perhaps this is just my hair. They are also vegan and cruelty free so BONUS! A must have as they are readily available and cheap.

Tips: Avoid conditioning and extensive heat :)

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
29th April, 2014
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The benchmark for semipermanent color

I used this in pink, and it lasted quite well (about a month). The color didn't stain the sink/bathtub quickly so it's really easy to apply, and it didn't stain my towel either. It's definitely a good product to try colors before getting it done more permanently! That said, if you're looking for a color that's lighter than the colors available and don't want to try mix conditioner in it, it'll be easier to just go to a salon.

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
7th May, 2014
3 members found this review useful
Hot hot pink

So I didn't have the best experience getting my hair done but this isn't at fault of this product. I think this product is actually quite good.

After my purple pastel wasn't going to work at the salon with blueberry hill paint box the next option I was advised was Hot hot pink by Manic Panic.. This seemed to take really well and really quickly. The result was vibrant in the parts of the hair that it took too and it turned into a really pretty candy pink being used as a pastel. Had this of been distributed evenly I think would would have been a great color.. Unfortunately it started to mix up and lighten and I was left with horrible yellow parts of hair and then pretty pink bits

What I found impressive was the hair wasn't left dry or stressed afterward. Because this was a botched job (I didn't do it myself!) my goal was to do everything I could do get the pink out so I could go to a even color.. This stuff wouldn't budge.. It lightened slightly after a decent wash but then it wouldn't budge.. I do have to say though once a gentle product was used to take the pink out of my hair at a salon it came out pretty easily with no staining which meant less stress for my hair.

Had my hair of been an even base I believe the result would have been absolutely fantastic, especially as a pastel! I think I will be interested at experimenting with these colors in the future I will just be careful who I let apply them!

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michelleburne
11th May, 2014

Great review, the hair really needs to be one even colour bleached blonde as white as you can with no orange or yellow tones. Dissappointing that it didnt work out, wouldve looked fab :)

Overall rating:
5.0/5
15th May, 2014
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Manic Panic Bright Colours

These bright, fun colours work best on blonde hair, and really hold well. They set the bar for great bright hair dyes, however I do find it hard to justify the price when you can get Paintbox which works just as well, for half the price. If the price doesn't bother you, however, Manic Panic has a great range of colours and really looks fantastic and lasts a great amount of time.

Tips: If you don't want to spend the extra cash on a Pastel-izer, mix the colour with a white conditioner and it has the same effect - it makes the dye a gorgeous pastel colour and you save a huge amount of money.

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
26th May, 2014
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Manic Panic

I currently have the blue one in my hair I left it in over night and it has lasted aggges I keep getting compliments on my hair this lasts longer then paintbox. I like that the product is organic and used by snooki. The fading has been slower when used with a colour care shampoo.with a lower laurel sulphate. (this makes the shampoo lather) It will fade out faster with regular or anti dandruff shampoo but I think this has great staying power as long as you leave it in for several hours rather then the 30minutes which is the minmum time. I have only used one colour and I used it on the ends and mid lengths of my hair. I still have more then 3quarters of a tub left so I think it is value for money. I even put some on my sister hair hers washed out faster though as hers was light brown and dark blonde but there is still a little in her hair and its been about a month! I keep getting compliments I got mine on special from a facebook sale for $20 I used the dark blue and it has now faded to a nice light blue I do not think it damaged my hair as my hair was already damaged.

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Johanna
25th June, 2014

Hey hun what I did what Put it in the ends of my hair (i wasnt doing a full head) and went to my party. I let it dry and brushed it out lol and it didnt stain the pillow i think because my hair was dry or just use a dark pillow case its still in!

deelooc23
19th June, 2014

How do you leave it in over night & not get it all over the place? I can just imagine waking up in the morning with it all over me & my dogs lol. Any tips on that would be greatly appreciated :-)

Overall rating:
5.0/5
4th June, 2014
7 members found this review useful
My number one hair colour brand

I love dying my hair assorted bright colours from blue to pink red and everywhere in between, and when I found a local shop stocked Manic Panic I was right in there buying their Atomic Turquoise. I started with bleached hair and put the colour in not expecting much of a change due to having used bad semis in the past. I slept with it in and in the morning when I washed it out I couldn't believe the colour, it was the most incredible light and bright blue. Even after a few washes the colour stayed. I have also used their purple and pink dyes and have always been impressed. No itchy or damaged scalp, no patchiness, and no dull colours. Thoroughly impressed. Currently have Purple Haze fading in my hair, started off really bright but still looks incredible as it fades to a lilac shade, still getting compliments :)

Tips: Always start with bone-dry hair and leave the dye in overnight for maximum colour. If you are looking to make your hair the brightest it can be, only use the dye on white hair no matter how long the bleaching process is. Don't wash your hair with any shampoo or conditioner for the first week to help the colour really soak in and stay for the longest possible time.

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deelooc23
19th June, 2014

I am going to give these a try now :-) Thanks very much

Overall rating:
5.0/5
9th June, 2014
4 members found this review useful
Mani Panic - The best kind of Rainbow

I use and have used Manic Panic for the last 12 months - I am a huge follower of this product & often get stopped everywhere I go asking for advice and gaining compliments on my Rainbow array of hair. I take super good care of my rainbows, I only have to touch up my colours once every 4-6 weeks. I do use the amplified formula over the classic formula so have less colour options but they are amazing colours and I have used many other brands on the market and NOTHING has stood up as well as Manic Panic :-)

Tips: Wash hair in cold water only + use sulphate free shampoos to prolong the life of your hair colour.

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Bluebirdme
28th July, 2014

Wow this sounds like a brand I might try in the near future. im pretty sure I've seen I lovely purple they have so that might be on the cards for me maybe for my birthday. hmmm maybe. Thanks for your review on this Pookie

WalkingDilemma
15th June, 2014

I fully agree with this, the amplified is worth the lack of colour selection for bright colours :)

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