I absolutely adore this product but find it a little messy. The colour is vibrant and the formula leaves your hair in a better than ever condition. I have used the black for years before trying out the red. The only thing about Henna is that once you colour your hair with it, you can't remove it. You have to grow it out of your hair. Other than that, it's a great alternative, really great for your hair and at R5 a packet, it leaves some extra cash in your wallet too!