The Argan Hair Color 3.0 Soft Black 2oz by Creme of Nature belongs to the range of the first hair coloring with argan oil and strengthening microspheres. This exciting New Hair Color strengthens, conditions and adds Exotic Shine ™ for rich, long-lasting color. Strengthening Micro-Sphere Technology uses super fortifying conditioners and vitamins that penetrate the shaft while coloring to help prevent damage, dryness and breakage. Ultimately, leave hair stronger and healthier with Exotic Shine ™. Intensive Conditioning Treatment - Ultra Nourishing Argan Oil Treatment revitalizes, softens and locks in moisture in depth. Argan Oil Treatment - Locks in Exotic Shine ™ light for radiant color while smoothing hair and leaving hair silky and soft. Covers up to 100% gray hair for even, refreshed color application. It is advisable to drape a towel over the shoulder, put on gloves and start mixing the permanent gel coloring and the cream-colored developer. Stir the mixture until well blended. Part hair into 4 sections and apply mixture to ½ inch sections using the tip of the bottle Depending on the condition of the hair, leave the color mixture on the hair as shown below: Chemically treated hair: 25 minutes Natural hair: 30 minutes Gray or resistant hair: 30 minutes When the time is up, add lukewarm water to the hair and lather, then rinse until the water runs clear. Shampoo well and rinse. Apply the intensive conditioning treatment with argan oil to the hair. Leave on the hair for 5 to 10 minutes and rinse thoroughly. Remove the plastic top of the argan oil treatment ampoule to open it. Pour into the hand then apply to damp or dry hair. For best results, use all content. Style as you want. After shampooing your hair, wait at least 24 hours before coloring it. Perform a skin allergy test 48 hours before use. Perform a color preview test with a small swatch of your hair before coloring to preview the coloring results. Follow the instructions carefully. Select a shade no more than 2 levels lighter or darker than your current color for best results. If you have previously bleached, highlighted or straightened your hair, wait 2 weeks to apply the coloring. Always apply to dry hair. Before application, comb your hair to detangle it. If the color touches the skin, wipe it off immediately. Apply hair color only to healthy hair. Gather all of the supplies for the application process before you begin. Store in a cool, dry place away from heat and humidity.