Directions Mixture Prep: Prepare the mixing proportions of 1:1, One part of color, and One part of ShineMoist Colormate Developer. Stir thoroughly in a non-metallic bowl until mixture reach a smooth consistency. Full Application: Step 1: Dry unwashed hair. Apply part of mixture to mid-lengths and ends, process 10-15 minutes. Step 2: Apply remaining mixture from the roots, process 15 minutes. TOTAL OF 30-35 minutes. Do not exceed 45 minutes. Regrowth / Retouch: Step 1: Dry unwashed hair. Apply part of the mixture to the regrowth area, process 15-20 minutes Step 2: Apply remaining mixture to mid lengths and ends, process 10-15 minutes. TOTAL OF 30-35 minutes. Do not exceed 45 minutes. Rinsing: Rinse hair thoroughly with warm water. CHOOSE YOUR HAIR DEVELOPER LEVEL: Colormate 6% (20 volume) : Lightening 1-2 depths Colormate 9% (30 volume): Lightening 2-3 depths Colormate 12% (40 volume): Lightening 3-4 depths