I was trying to save money by coloring my hair in home and it cost me plenty, I will not do that again . I also am very lucky I have very thick hair so the damage I created was cut off I do not know how but all my length was still long and I was afraid I would have to lose it , Sarah is great at saving a home job mistake . Take it from me blond hair is not as easy as that box of color makes it look . I am so pleased with my color I am taking the time to say Sarah , thanks for fixing my bad hair and making me look AWESOME :) .