Selecting a blonde shade depends on your skin tone, eye color and personal style. Cool shades like platinum, ash and ice complement cool complexions by neutralizing warm undertones; while warmer hues like golden, honey and strawberry suit warm skin tones with natural red or orange undertones.
No matter your hair goals, whether it be full blonde or lightening up roots, these warm-toned hues spotted on celebrity locks will give your locks that perfect sun-kissed glow.
Honey Blonde
As sweet nectar would, honey blonde is an inviting shade that suits all skin tones, particularly olive and deep skin tones, adding an authentic glow with its combination of yellow and golden tones.
If you already have light hair, add subtle face-framing honey blonde highlights for an effortless summer style. To maintain the color, use Kerastase Bain Chromatique Riche every other wash and treat yourself to a weekly hair mask!
For best results, consider visiting your salon regularly for toning appointments; ideally every 6-8 weeks. This will rebalance any warmth that fades over time, keeping your blonde looking gorgeous and fresh. Also remember to protect your locks from direct sunlight by using a high-quality heat protectant spray or wearing a hat when possible; both will help extend its longevity by protecting from UV ray damage.
Ash Blonde
Ash blonde offers cool undertones that complement the warm undertones in your skin, making it an excellent choice for light to medium complexions. Furthermore, this shade is low maintenance since touch ups are not required as often. However, to achieve this look requires an experienced colorist with knowledge on how to lighten hair without adding brassiness; try our Purple Mask and Hydrate Shampoo/Conditioner Set as part of its regimen for best results.
Honey blonde is one of the best choices to accent green eyes, while also working well for brown and hazel eyes.
Honey Caramel Blonde
If you’re seeking an easy yet stunning transformation, try the emerging caramel honey balayage hair trend. This striking combination of warm blonde and brown tones delivers an inviting sun-kissed glow suitable for most skin tones.
Warmer caramel tones work best with warm skin tones, while neutral shades suit olive and dark complexions better. Your stylist can customize a look tailored to suit both your complexion and features.
Based on your desired result, balayage techniques like freehand painting or foilyage offer multiple color placement options that range in intensity and texture. A gentle approach will produce more of a natural glow; dramatic streaks and highlights add vibrancy for more dramatic looks.
A balayage application also reduces root growth, making it an excellent choice for individuals who want longer length without regular touch ups. When styling with color-safe shampoo and conditioners to preserve your new shade, be sure to ask your stylist for their recommendations on products to use and extend its longevity.
Champagne Blonde
Like bubbly in a sparkling glass, this golden blonde shade will add shimmer and glow to any look. Best suited to pale skin with pink undertones, but can also flatter brondes and light brunettes.
Stylists recommend selecting a blonde hue that complements both your skin tone and undertone. Cool blonde hues like ash and sandy will work best with cooler skin tones by cutting down brassiness, while warm blonde colors like golden and honey can enhance warm complexions by providing natural warmth.
Cheyanne requested warm blonde highlights to complement her skin tone and avoid an unattractive washed-out look, so the team hand-painted the balayage throughout her hair – soft roots with no harsh lines were preferred – in order to maintain vibrant, fresh color on blonde locks. Regular touch ups should also be done using shampoo, conditioner and hair mask products designed specifically for blonde or color treated locks.
