We all know how expensive colouring your hair at the salon can be, especially if your hair grows quickly. When roots start to show it makes us feel like less polished versions of ourselves so in order to stretch the time between appointments and boost your confidence, we've chosen the very best root touch-up creams, powders and pens to conceal roots for longer. Whether you simply want a quick solution to fix those greys, touch up your roots or revitalise your hair for a special occasion, we have the product that's rooting for you!
Josh Wood Blending Wand, £12.50
Josh Wood, dubbed the 'guardian of colour' and with a celebrity client list longer than you can imagine, has designed a range of blending wands to eradicate those unwanted greys as they begin to regrow. Created exclusively for M&S, these non-permanent wands come in seven different shades. Paint onto your roots while wet and see the result for yourself as you dry and style it in. Just like a magic wand.
Color Wow, £24.50
Results are revealed in less than a minute with Color Wow's Root Cover-Up. It's a water-resistant powder that's fuss-free and has been designed to cover grey roots instantly. Apply with the defined brush until you're satisfied with the level of cover. Packaged in a neat compact case and with six shades to choose from, it fits perfectly in your make-up bag for those quick emergency touch-ups.
Bumble and Bumble Hair Powder, £28
Killing two birds with one stone, this is a dry shampoo that has added colour for a temporary fix for disguising greys. Spray directing onto your hair and watch the greys vanish! This is a great option for those seeking a quick-fix solution but not so good for use between salon appointments as the powder has a tendency to stain - so watch where you lean!
Hair Colouring Pen, £14.00
This semi-permanent colour pen resembles a lipstick and can be used to paint on shades in a dash. Not only does it cover up roots and greys, but can be used to create highlights – perfect for crafting a new look for a special occasion. And the best news? If it doesn't go according to plan, the colour washes out easily!
Root Vanish by Kazumi, £34.00
AKA 'the grey hair manicure'. This gel-based colourant not only revitalises your hair, but strengthens it too. Simply brush on wet hair, blow dry and voilà - your greys are gone! Currently there are four shades available – blonde, black, dark and light brown, but there are rumours of new colours hitting the shelves soon!
Charles Worthington Instant Root Concealer, £9.99
A perfect camouflage to disguise roots of all colour, this spray works best on dry hair, is easy to use and dries fast. With a specially designed nozzle for accurate spraying, it's a non-permanent spray that comes in four shades – light brown, light blonde, dark blonde and dark brow
Clairol nice 'n easy root touch up, £3.28
This root touch-up takes just ten minutes to work its magic but lasts for up to three weeks. With over ten shades of permanent colour to choose from, which blend naturally with your existing shade, it's a simple solution for covering roots and greys in between costly hair appointments. To use, simply use the included Precision Brush, which gives you complete control as you apply. It really is nice n easy!
