I'm refreshing my at-home blonde color. What's the best way to use this cream dye to get even, natural-looking Caramel Blonde results from roots to ends?

For refreshing color, start with dry, unwashed hair to allow the natural scalp oils to provide a mild protective barrier. Section your hair cleanly into four quarters (from the crown to the nape and from ear to ear) using clips. The advantage of this cream formula is its thicker consistency, which clings to the hair and is less likely to drip, allowing for more controlled application. Apply the mixed dye first to the regrowth area at the roots, as this virgin hair processes differently. After about 15-20 minutes (always check the specific instructions in the box for the recommended development time), work the remaining product through the lengths and ends with a wide-tooth comb or your gloved fingers. This 'roots first' method helps prevent the previously colored, more porous ends from becoming overly dark or saturated. The Caramel Blonde tone is designed to add warmth, so on existing blonde, it will refresh the color with a golden-caramel nuance rather than creating a stark, new shade. Always do a strand test first if your hair has been heavily lightened or permed.