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How to Choose the Perfect Hair Color

Apr 28, 2017

Summer is on its way, and you’re ready for anew hair color. Treating yourself to a new look is always a great idea! However, with all the options available, choosing just one color – and deciding if it is right for you – can be frustrating. Here are some tips to help narrow down your search:

Skin tone:First, determine your skin tone. Once simple way to do this is to hold out your arm wrist-up in bright sunlight and examine the color of your veins. If they appear greenish, you are warm-toned. If they are blue, then you are cool-toned. Choose a hair color that is the opposite of your skin tone to flatter your complexion.

Celebrity “Mentor”:Now that you’ve determined your skin tone, try choosing a celebrity with a skin tone that matches your own. Do a little research online for the hair colors that person has chosen and judge which ones looked best on her to get an idea of what might work for you.

Maintenance:A dramatic change in hair color will require more maintenance than a subtle one. If you’re moving from a very dark shade to a very light blond, you’ll need touchups more often than if you’re just going one or two shades lighter. Think about how much upkeep you want and how much money you want to spend.

Hair Health:If you have never colored your hair, you may be able to pull off a more drastic color change than someone whose hair is color-processed more often. If you color often, excessive damage may mean that it is impossible to lighten up your hair without further damage. Take this into consideration when selecting a new shade.

Personality:Your hair color should be natural to you – even if it’s bright purple! – and should reflect your personality. The whole idea of hair coloring is to create a look that works for you, so sometimes it’s just best to go with what feels right. If that means a drastic change, you might want to do it gradually to make sure you like the results, but in the end, you should get the hair color you have always wanted.

Partnership:Finally, consulting with your professional stylist is always most important step in choosing a hair color. Your stylist can recommend the best looks for you based on what you want, what will work on you, and the experience gained from working with other clients with similar skin tones.

If you’re ready for a new hair color, make an appointment today atTaire Hair Salon. Our team of highly trained, professional stylists will help you decide on the perfect new color for your individual style. You can find us2050 County Line Road in Huntingdon Valley, or reach us by phone at215.322.8794. Prefer to schedule an appointment yourself? Use our free mobile app. You can download it for free at theAppStore, onGoogle PlayorAmazon.