Seniz Alkan, senior colourist at Neville salon adds, “When applying a product around the hairline, it should be applied using finger tips for precise placement. Avoid using cotton for the application as this may overlap with your hairline.”

If you do manage to get hair dye onto your skin, both Searle and Alkan believe cow’s milk is one of the best options to remove stains safely.

“Submerge a cotton wool ball in milk, squeeze out any excess and rub it on the affected area,” explains Alkan. “Dairy-free alternatives do not work – choose full fat milk.”

As well as being effective, this method is gentle on skin, too. Alkan strongly advises against using a scrubbing sponge: “It’s detrimental for your skin.”

Another option is using a stain remover. Alkan recommends Vines Biocrine’s Hair Colour Stain Remover, £6.90, a gentle formula that’s effective at tackling both semi-permanent and permanent hair dyes.

If you’re yet to colour your hair, read our no-regrets guide here.

How to remove hair dye stains from your skin, according to the experts