Application Mastery: The Ritual for Maximum Darkening and Length 
The application technique is as important as the recipe itself. To achieve the sensational “3-minute” darkening effect and the best long-term growth, follow this professional ritual.
- The Pre-Treatment Prep: Start with hair that is slightly damp, not soaking wet. Part your hair into small, manageable sections. This ensures even, full coverage.
- Targeted Root Application: Use a clean hair dye brush or your fingertips to generously apply the paste directly to your scalp. This is where the magic for growth happens. Use gentle, circular motions for 3 minutes to massage the mixture into the roots. This massage stimulates the blood flow and drives the growth nutrients deep into the follicles.
- Gray Strand Saturation: Focus specifically on any areas with gray or white hair. Apply a thick layer of the paste, ensuring every gray strand is fully coated. This concentration is key for the immediate darkening effect.
- Full Length Conditioning: Work the remaining paste through the length of your hair. This provides the silica and potassium necessary for strengthening, shine, and breakage prevention, which translates directly to faster-growing long hair.
- The Deep Penetration Wrap: Cover your hair with a plastic shower cap or plastic wrap. Then, wrap a warm towel around the cap. The heat opens the hair cuticles, allowing the melanin-boosting and growth-stimulating compounds to penetrate the hair shaft and scalp far more effectively.
- Optimal Processing Time: Leave the mask on for a minimum of 30 minutes, and up to 1 hour for maximum color deposit and growth stimulation. While the initial darkening effect starts in minutes, the deep, long-term transformation requires this time.
- The Rinse: Rinse your hair thoroughly with cool to lukewarm water until the water runs clear. Follow up with a mild, sulfate-free shampoo and conditioner. The oil in the mask already provides incredible conditioning, so a light touch is enough.