Fresh hair color can completely transform your look by brightening up your original hue. However, it isn’t always easy to know which color to go with, since hair coloring professionals can dye your locks any color of the rainbow. Below are a few tips on how to choose a new hair color. 

3 Ways to Select the Perfect Hair Color

1. Consider Your Complexion

On the color wheel, there are warm, cool, and neutral colors. Examples of warm colors include red and gold, while cool tones include ash brown and gray. Neutral shades have notes of both warm and cool colors. However, your skin also has undertones, which is why choosing a hair color with matching undertones is important. Before you select a hair color, evaluate your skin.

A quick way to determine your undertones is by looking at the veins on your wrist. Since blood within veins is blue, green veins indicate warm undertones, since yellow and blue create green. On the other hand, blue or purple veins indicate cool undertones. 

2. Think About Your Favorite Colors to Wear

Is there a particular color that flatters your skin tone? If you look great in red tones or beautiful in black, consider choosing those hues for your hair. If you love a certain color on yourself but aren’t sure if it would work for your hair, bring the piece of clothing into the salon with you to talk about hair coloring. Your colorist can make suggestions based on what looks right on you. You can even choose to put in subtle highlights or lowlights for a brighter or darker change. 

3. Try A Virtual Makeover App 

If you want to do a little research at home, consider downloading a free virtual makeover app. These easy-to-use apps, like Redken®, use the forward-facing camera on your phone to match your live photo with different hair colors, cuts, and styles. Try on different hair coloring shades to determine what looks best on you, and don’t forget to check it in different lightings. 

Whether you know exactly which hair color you want or you need help deciding, the team at Raskin Hair Designs can help. With a commitment to listening to their clients and creating beautiful hairstyles together, this trusted team of colorists and hairstylists can help you to create the look you have always wanted. Follow them on Facebook to keep up with hair coloring tips and trends, or give them a call at (480) 298-4079 to schedule an appointment.