Manic Panic Flash Lightning Bleach Kit Review: A Home Bleaching Experience

This review details a spontaneous, late-night hair bleaching adventure using the Manic Panic Flash Lightning Complete Hair Lightening Kit. Driven by a sudden desire for a change, the author, a novice at home bleaching, decided to lighten their short hair with this readily available kit. The decision was impulsive, fueled by positive online reviews and the belief that any potential damage would be minimal given the short length of their hair. This account documents the entire process, from the initial online purchase to the final bleached result and future hair coloring plans.The review focuses on the ease of use of the Manic Panic kit, highlighting the inclusion of all necessary tools and the straightforward application process. While some aspects of the bleaching process remain unclear due to limited audio in the accompanying video, the visual demonstration provided sufficient information. The author shares their positive experience, emphasizing the successful lightening of their hair and their enthusiasm for future vibrant color experiments. The ultimate verdict? A successful home bleaching experience that proves surprisingly manageable and rewarding.

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The Impulsive Decision

One night, a sudden urge to change my hair color struck. I hadn't planned it; it was a completely spontaneous decision. The idea of bleaching my hair popped into my head while I was relaxing in bed. I felt a need for something different, a fresh look.

My hair was already quite short, having recently given myself a home haircut. This impulsive decision to bleach it felt like the perfect way to switch things up. I decided to take the plunge and see what happened.

I hadn't used bleach on my hair before, so there was a slight element of risk involved. However, the desire to change my look outweighed my apprehension. It was time for a drastic change and to see what would come out.

Choosing the Product: Manic Panic Flash Lightning

I chose the Manic Panic Flash Lightning Complete Hair Lightening Kit. This was a spur-of-the-moment purchase, discovered while browsing online late at night. I quickly checked YouTube reviews to see other people's experiences before ordering.

Screenshot of the Manic Panic Flash Lightning Kit online.
Screenshot of the Manic Panic Flash Lightning Kit online.

The reviews were generally positive, giving me the confidence to proceed. The kit seemed comprehensive, containing everything needed for bleaching. This also calmed some of my concerns about the process.

It was a bit of a gamble since this was my first bleaching attempt. However, I figured that since my hair was short, if it didn't go well, the damage would be minimal. I was ready to embrace the unknown.

The Bleaching Process

The video shows the application of the bleach. I mixed the bleach powder with the developer according to the instructions, before carefully applying it to my hair.

Unfortunately, there is limited audio during the actual bleaching, so the exact details of the process remain unclear from the transcription alone. However, the video shows the visual application steps.

The kit included gloves, a shower cap, and a brush, making the application relatively straightforward. It seemed to be a user-friendly kit, even for a first-timer like myself.

Post-Bleaching and Future Plans

After rinsing out the bleach, I used a brightening shampoo to help maintain the color and tone. The brightening shampoo I used had been effective in the past when I dyed my hair.

The final bleached hair result.
The final bleached hair result.

The final result was a lighter, bleached hair color. I expressed a desire to experiment with a more vibrant, bold color to make the bleached hair look even more unique in the future.

Overall, the bleaching process seemed successful from the video's perspective. The result was positive and exciting for the future.

Conclusion and Final Thoughts

This home bleaching experience, using the Manic Panic Flash Lightning kit, was successful. Although completely unplanned, it turned out well. The kit was user-friendly and provided everything needed for a relatively straightforward process.

The final result was a lighter base for potential future color experimentation. I'm glad I took the risk and tried something new. The results have certainly encouraged me to do more adventurous things with my hair.

I would recommend this kit to others, especially those with short hair and who are comfortable taking risks. However, professional help is always a safer option if you're unsure.