Naturtint's Reflex is a gentle alternative to permanent hair color, providing a temporary color result that fades in up to 12 washes and uses natural conditioning henna to provide softness and shine while maintaining scalp health. Naturtint's Reflex is a gentle, no-mix color cream that is applied directly to clean, dry hair. It deposits color pigments into every hair fiber, covering the first signs of fine gray hair and providing natural-looking shine and luster. The color remains in the hair for approximately 10 to 12 washes, fading slowly, thus preventing visible roots. Henna is well known for its hair coloring properties, but it's also beneficial for hair condition. In Reflex Color Cream, it's used to leave hair shiny, soft, and manageable, while soothing and calming the scalp. A powerful combination of 12 plant extracts also provides color protection, improves hydration, and strengthens the hair fiber. It is recommended to prepare the color: Make sure your hair is clean before coloring, as styling product buildup can affect your color result. Wash your hair and rinse well with water. Do not use conditioner. Gently dry your hair and comb it before applying. Always wear the provided gloves and make sure you have all the utensils you may need at hand. Protect your shoulders with a towel to prevent accidental staining of your clothes. You may also want to protect the immediate surrounding area, especially carpets or fabric, as permanent staining can occur if any dye is accidentally spilled. Put on the gloves provided and keep them on throughout the coloring process. Unscrew the cap from the dye tube (A) and replace it with the applicator nozzle (B). Apply the color: With gloved hands, first apply the color to your roots, using the tip of the Applicator Nozzle (B) to divide your hair into small sections. Immediately massage the remaining product into the rest of your hair, using gloved hands, to ensure the color is evenly distributed. Let it develop for 30 minutes (or up to 45 minutes if you have stubborn gray hair). Once you have reached the desired development time, gently massage your hair while rinsing thoroughly with warm water until the water runs completely clear. As with any brand of hair colorant, a skin sensitivity test should always be performed 48 hours before each use. Carefully read all instructions provided inside the box before use. If you experience any reaction to the test, you should not use the product. We strongly recommend performing a color strand test at the same time to assess your selected shade and determine how long the color should develop. For advice on how to perform a skin sensitivity test and a color strand test, please see our allergy and safety advice page.