The dye I tried was Iroiro’s Neon Pink, a UV reactive color that promises a bright, true neon result. This article compiles direct observations and experiences from using the product, including application, color payoff, rinse behavior, and aftercare insights.
Packaging, texture, and scent
As with other Iroiro dyes, Neon Pink comes in a shiny silver pouch that resembles apple sauce or Capri Sun drinks, with a top that twists off and is reusable. The viscous dye reminded me of pudding, yet it spread easily through the hair, enabling broad coverage even with most of my natural dark roots showing. The smell is pleasant, described as blueberry lemonade, adding a sensory upbeat to the dyeing process.
In terms of consistency, the dye’s thickness helped with even distribution, and the overall texture contributed to a neat application across the head, with leftovers that could be reserved for touch-ups.
Application and processing time
I applied the Neon Pink dye across my entire head except for the natural dark roots, and left it on for about 6-7 hours. The exact duration isn’t critical for safety with veggie-based dyes like Iroiro, and the long processing time allowed the color to deeply saturate the hair. The result was a strong uptake, with the color fully penetrating the strands.
Rinse and color retention
During rinsing, there was bright pink water everywhere, and even with cold water, the rinsing continued the next day. This bleeding behavior might be inherent to this dye and suggests some staining risk during showers. The emphasis is on using cold water to preserve brightness, but expect some transfer of color during washing and in the initial days after application.
Color outcome and lighting
In natural outdoor sunlight, the color appeared extremely bright and vibrant, described as a true neon pink-bright, hot pink without leaning too red or purple. Compared to other pink dyes, Neon Pink stayed on the vibrant side, maintaining its neon quality rather than dulling under typical lighting. The author notes that this might be among the brightest pink dyes they have used.
The color’s UV reactivity is a notable feature, with expectations to photograph under black light in the future. The user also suspects Cupcake Pink from Special Effects may have UV reactivity, though they didn’t capture photos to confirm this in practice.
Longevity and future dye plans
Overall impressions suggest Iroiro makes quality dyes that are faithful to their packaging. After Neon Pink, the user plans to try Iroiro’s Neon Blue and possibly Lavender when ready for a color shift, with updates on color longevity to come as fading occurs. The user also recommended using a shower cap during showering to protect the hair until rinsing is desired, especially when aiming to preserve color with cold water.
Practical tips and considerations
- Prepare for potential staining in the shower-use a shower cap during application and plan for thorough cold-water rinses.
- Expect color transfer during the first few showers; wearing dark clothing and using a protective towel can help.
- Estimate processing time based on hair length and porosity; veggie-based dyes like Iroiro can tolerate longer processing times for deeper saturation.
- UV reactivity is a key feature-consider photographing under UV light or black light to capture the neon effect if you have access to UV lighting later.
Potential content additions
Future updates may include a comparison of Neon Pink with Cupcake Pink or other neon pink shades from different brands, a table summarizing processing times, color payoff, and fade patterns, and user experiences under UV lighting with different hair porosities.
