Just for MenControl GX Grey Reducing Shampoo, 5 Fluid Ounce

My husband uses it and it looks natural

"Too good to be true" is what I initially thought, so my expectations were pretty low to start with. But after only 5 daily shampoos, I see a positive difference in the color of my hair. People are noticing too, but I'm getting comments like "did you cut your hair?" or "are you using gel?" or "you look different". So far, no one has guessed that my hair is darker; they think it's something else. Works for me!I thought the coloring phase was going to take the full two weeks but it doesn't look like that's going to happen... I'm almost to the point where I'm going to switch to the maintenance phase, but I want to get a haircut while I'm doing the coloring part to see how that affects the overall appearance. I'm not sure what maintenance will be like - whether it's "use once per week" or not. Everyone's different and maintenance like anything else will likely be a matter of personal experience and preference.Lastly, I'm using the regular formula, not the one with the conditioner. the +conditioner formula was an ADD ON item when I first placed my order, so I just opted for the regular one. I don't really see the need to switch - I like the results with this one so far, and I use a separate conditioner anyway.TIPS & TRICKS: After reading a bunch of reviews on here complaining about different things about the product, I kept those in mind to avoid some of those pitfalls:4) READ AND FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS... This really isn't a tip or a trick, but I read one review where some nincompoop didn't use it daily as directed and then was disappointed with the results - REALLY? There are similar reviews scattered here and there, but here's the point... if you deviate from the manufacturers specific directions don't blame the product because it didn't work. If you DID follow the directions and then it didn't work out for you, then complain.2) THE PRODUCT TURNS BROWN IN THE TUBE... New tubes seem to have "air" in them (probably nitrogen, or else the oxidation process would be well underway by the time you open it for the first time. To avoid ambient air getting into the tube I "burp" mine before closing the cap. While closed, hold the tube cap up, give it a couple of taps to move the product down into the tube, open the cap, gently squeeze to get any air out, wipe any product off the inner cap, and close.3) FINGERNAIL STAINING... Unless you wear gloves, this is almost unavoidable. However, you can minimize the problem by washing your hands thoroughly after you apply the product and then again after you rinse it out.4) SHOWER STAINING... The problem here is that it takes time for any splatter to darken after it's on one surface or another. The bathtub or the the shower is a big area as opposed to say, a kitchen or utility sink making it very hard to thoroughly rinse everywhere. To avoid this I simply take a shower like normal and just wet my hair, then go down to the utility sink and shampoo. Yes, this is a pain in the @#$, but much less so than scrubbing down the shower walls, bathtub, and shower curtain with Tilex® every morning. The utility sink is smaller, and therefore much easier to clean and rinse.So that's it. Suffice it to say I'm hooked - I just ordered my 2nd tube from Amazon because it's cheaper than the huge national chain brick & mortar drug store.

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Okay look, there are a few things you need to know before using this product:1. First and foremost, I rarely give 5 stars for anything but I am extremely satisfied with this product. For me, it’s the right color and works perfectly with my bathing routine.2. (I never do..because I’m a dummy) TEST the product on a small area of skin FIRST. No harm in returning it if it doesn’t work for you.3. This product DOES work. It’s not magic. You will notice a difference even after the first use. Depending upon how many times you use the shampoo is the secret. I could imagine one using this only once a month for a very subtle change in color. I could imagine one using it every other day for dramatic results.4. You MUST WEAR GLOVES. You can pick these up at any beauty store/walmart/Walgreens/amazon. Never EVER try without as it will stain your fingernails and fingers. Also, guys who work out and have callouses, it will penetrate those and stain as well. Avoid all this by taking the time to put on a parIr of 2 cent gloves.5. Just like with any hair dye, the longer you leave it In, the more dramatic effect. Personally, I only use when needed and I *never let it sit on my head for longer than 60 seconds. Trust me on this one guys. That is, unless you want to go really dark (and noticeable). I think the point of this product is to gradually lose the grey as opposed to just showing up to work the next day with all the grey magically gone.6. A little goes a long way. You don’t need anymore than a dime size blob to work. Why waste it? Save yourself some money.7. For all the people who are claiming it’s making the, bald, personally in call BS, BUT every person is different. Perhaps it’s true it causes hair loss, which is why I suggest you test it before using it. But again, for me, no problems at all with hair loss.8. Another great thing about the shampoo is it’s no fuss. Just shampoo as normally and presto changeo. I wouldn’t suggest using with another shampoo except to condition it after use. The next day when you’re not using it, shampoo and condition normally of course.9. Lastly, the fact that the color is *subtle*, I believe is the products strength. Subtlety is key for a lot of guys who don’t want to “look like they dye their hair” (though obviously nothing is wrong with it, even makeup on guys too!)I’m 100% satisfied with this product and will be using it for a while—well, so long as I have hair.