How should I prepare and apply the 3-sachet format for best results?

Each box contains three 20 g sachets, designed so you can open only what you need. For a first full-head application on shoulder-length hair of average density, two sachets (40 g) are usually sufficient; the third can be kept for a root touch-up in 3–4 weeks. If your hair is very long or thick, you may use all three at once.

Mix the powder with warm water (about 80–90 °C) in a non-metallic bowl until you reach a smooth, yogurt-like consistency. Let it cool to a comfortable temperature — around 40 °C — before applying. Some users add a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar or lemon juice to the paste; the slight acidity can help lawsone release and bind, but it is not required. Do not use boiling water directly on the powder, as excessive heat can degrade the plant pigments.

Apply generously to clean, damp hair, working section by section from roots to ends. Wear gloves to avoid staining your hands. Cover with a shower cap or cling film and wrap a towel around your head to retain warmth; heat encourages pigment uptake. Processing time typically ranges from 60 to 120 minutes. Longer times deepen the tone but will not lighten the hair. Rinse thoroughly with water only — skip shampoo for the first 24–48 hours to let the colour oxidise and settle. The true shade develops over the next day or two as lawsone darkens on contact with air.