How to cover your greys

A step-by-step guide to covering greys...

What you'll need

  • MIIKOKO Colour Kit;
    - 100ml Colour
    - MIIROKO Developer
    - Bowl
    - Brush
    - Gloves
    - Clothing protection cape
    - Hair clips
  • Kitchen scales
  • Timer (on your phone) 

Watch how to cover your greys...

Overview

Step-by-step guide...

STEP ONE

Set-up & Prep

We recommend wearing a button-up shirt when colouring (makes everything a whole lot easier at the end).

Put on your gloves and cape, then starting with dry combed hair part it down the middle into two sections.

STEP TWO

Mix your colour

Using your kitchen scales mix,

  • 50g of colour
  • 50g of developer

(This is the grey coverage mix that gives up to 90% grey coverage).

STEP THREE

Apply to your roots

1. Scoop a small amount of colour onto your brush, paint the colour directly on to your part.

2. After that section is fully covered, take the next section by using the pointy end of your brush and thumb. Pinch the hair above the brush and lift. 

3. Continue colouring your roots in small 2cm sections parallel to your part, work your way down one side of your head.

4. Paint in an upward motion around the ear to avoid getting colour on your skin.

5. Repeat on the other side of your head, doing the same parting and painting application.

6. Repeat the same action for the back and around the neck. Lift the sections up to the top of your head and paint in an upward motion to avoid colour on your skin.

STEP FOUR *optional*

Ends Application

This part of the application process is optional. If your colour has faded and you want to refresh it, follow the steps below. Otherwise, set your timer for

Roots only:
30 minutes

Roots and Ends:
25 minutes roots
5 minutes on ends

STEP FOUR

Apply colour to ends

1. After your timer for roots goes off, start with the same section and side of the head you did the roots, now take 4cm sections.

2. Place your hand under the section and paint onto your mid lengths and ends of the hair using your hand as a support ‘backing’ for the brush.

3. With both hands, milk the sections from where the lighter colour was painted on to ensure it spreads evenly. Once your hair is all painted, set a timer for 5 minutes.

Wash your colour out

Wash your hair by double shampooing your roots and conditioning from roots to ends. 

And... You're done!

Well done, you've just coloured your hair at home with MIIROKO! It's that easy!

But, if something didn't go to plan, or your worried about your colour, don't fear! We're here to help.

Hair colour hints!

Want to know our top tips to get the best grey coverage result? Read below!

Will this cover my greys?

Yes, our hair colour is perfect for covering greys, it will give you up to 90% coverage with the Grey Coverage mix.

How do I apply at home?

It can be daunting starting to colour your hair at home, but don’t worry, we are here to help you every step of the way. Check out our How-to page for tips and tricks on how to apply your hair colour at home.

How long does the colour last?

MIIROKO hair colour lasts 4-6 weeks depending on your hair type. If you find your hair fades quickly we recommend setting the colour subscription to every 4 weeks so that you are covered.

Is it a permanent hair colour?
Our colours are technically a demi-permanent, which means they are in-between a semi-permanent and permanent colour. It takes to the hair like a permanent and will start fading at the 4-6 week mark like a semi-permanent.