You may want to color your hair a certain shade simply because it is the latest fad but it may not accentuate your features or your skin tone. When you are looking for the right hair color you need to consider several issues. This includes your skin color, eye color and the colors that suit you.
You ought to be considering colors that complement your skin and complexion. If your skin is reddish, then it is best to avoid coloring your hair red. Instead, you should be look for a color and shade that complements it. While some complexions are cool, others are warm, and accordingly one can choose a hair color that balances it. Cool complexions look great with black, brown and blond hair.
The hair color you choose should also accentuate the color of your eyes, rather than make it look dull. If you have brown or green eyes then choose a hair color that has warm tones. This could include auburn, gold and red hues. If you have grey or blue eyes then try cool toned hair colors such as ash and light gold.
If all this talk of a hair color complementing your skin and eyes tends to confuse you, then here is another tip. Have a close look at your wardrobe and pick out colors that suit you. If you select warm colors such as orange, red, olive green and rust then choose a warm toned hair color such as auburn, golden blonde, strawberry blonde and golden brown. If you look good in black, royal blue, pine green and fuchsia, then hair colors that could suit you include jet black, burgundy, ash brown and platinum, which are cool tones. Neutral hair colors like mahogany, sandy blond and chocolate brown look great if purple, teal and charcoal grey clothes suit you.
Rather than color your hair at home it is a better to have it done at a salon. This gives you several benefits. The hair stylist will be able to help you choose a color that will accentuate your features and complexion. And also he or she would ensure that the process doesn’t damage your hair.
Your hair color could be your style statement. It should also complement your personality. Brunettes are considered to be earthy, intelligent, and practical. Blondes are thought of as youthful, glamorous and fun, while redheads are believed to be sensuous, confident and assertive. There are also those who believe that a change in hair color may influence your personality. So if you are looking for a change and want to shake things up a bit, a change in hair color could help. It may be better to make a slow and smooth transition rather than a sudden dramatic change, say from a brunette to a redhead. Also do remember that blond hair color is the harshest.
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