HOW MUCH OVERTONE DO I ACTUALLY NEED?

We get asked this question a lot.

Think about it, how many times have you tried at home hair color, only to realize that you don't actually have enough product to cover your entire head of hair?

To save you from the heartache of splotchy, uneven color, we've put together a simple guide to show you just how much OVERTONE you need to nail that hair color you’ve been eyeing.

No fairy tales, just straight-up advice.

Pink for Brown Hair Coloring Conditioner

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Extreme Purple Coloring Conditioner

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Blue for Brown Hair Coloring Conditioner

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Red for Brown Hair Coloring Conditioner

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Extreme Magenta Coloring Conditioner

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Pastel Pink Coloring Conditioner

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Purple for Brown Hair Coloring Conditioner

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Hair Color Starter Kit

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The OVERTONE Difference

We created our Color Depositing Treatment Masks as a healthier, easier alternative to traditional hair dyes. Rather than spending time in a salon or doused in color that smells like harsh chemicals, you can apply our color from your bathroom and rest assured it's full of hair- and scalp-nourishing ingredients, no nasties.

Thick and rich like your fave hair mask, you'll find things like shea butter, coconut oil, evening primrose oil, spearmint oil, and rosemary oil to deep condition your hair while imparting lush, long-lasting color. Now that we've sorted that out, let's get into how much you actually need.

Length: Size Matters Here

Short-Hair Peeps: Got a pixie or a short bob that’s more about making statements than flipping hair?

You’re in luck because you’ll only need between 1/3 to 1/2 of a tub. It’s quick, it’s easy, and it’s got the power to totally transform your look with minimal product.

Medium-Length Mavericks: If your hair’s playing in the medium league, grazing around your shoulders but not quite past them, you’re looking at using about 3/4 of a tub.

It’s the perfect amount to get that even, all-over color without wasting a single drop.

Long-Hair Legends: Got those long locks that demand attention and a bit more product? If your hair’s streaming past your shoulders, gear up to use at least 1 tub, maybe tipping into another. Because here, more is more, and we’re all about full coverage.

Mermaid-Length Masters: For the ultra-long haired beauties dreaming of color that lasts for days, 2 tubs are your magic number. It’s all about getting that saturated, vivid color from root to tip without missing a beat.

Volume: Thick and Fine Hair, We See You

Got thick, voluminous hair that’s all about the drama? It’s hungry for color. Depending on just how lush we’re talking, you might need to hit the higher end of our length estimates or even keep an extra tub on standby. Because nothing’s worse than running out mid-application.

On the contrary, for our fine-haired friends, you'll likely need less product, depending on the length of your locks.

Texture: For The Curly and The Bold

Curly, coily, textured hair types—you’ve got the kind of hair that laughs in the face of one-size-fits-all advice.

Your hair’s texture means it’s got more surface area and porosity to deal with, so expect to use about 2 tubs to really get those colors to stick and make every curl pop.

Trial and Error, Baby

These guidelines? They’re just a starting block. Your hair’s gonna react in its own unique way, which is cool but means you might need to tweak the amount of OVERTONE you use. Always kick things off with a strand test to see how your hair vibes with the color and to dial in that perfect quantity.

Keep the Color Coming

Finally, if you’re loving your new look and wanna keep it fresh round the clock, think about hitting up our subscription program. It’s the no-brainer way to make sure you’re never caught without your favorite color, delivered straight to your door, on your schedule.

Got a question? We've got answers! Let us know in the comments below.