Safe to apply right to the rootsnColor will not run or streak with water only but will easily shampoo out.nConditions, controls and adds shine to hair.nBuy Irene Gari Hair Color Gray Coverage - Irene Gari Cover Your Grey for Women Root Touch Up Medium Brown. How-to-Use: Apply with short strokes to gray roots at hairline and parting line. Comb hair after application to blend with existing hair color for an even and natural look.