Depending on the chosen shade, a new hair color can enhance your distinctive facial features or transform your look entirely. The broad selection of colors can be overwhelming at first, but it’s relatively easy to narrow down the options and choose a tone that works for you. Review these tips before heading to a stylist for a hair coloring appointment.

How to Pick a Hair Color

1. Know Your Goals

First, determine what you want to achieve with this change. If you want to go lighter or darker, you can immediately begin narrowing down your choices. People who want to cover gray hair often choose a shade similar to their natural color, while those who want to create depth opt for highlights.

Once you’ve settled on lighter or darker, explore the range of options. You may decide that platinum blonde is too light and that a chestnut or fire blonde better suits your ideal look. This makes it easier to focus on a few colors rather than the entire spectrum.

2. Work With Your Skin’s Undertones

Your skin’s undertones give you a warm or cool look. Wash your face thoroughly and look in the mirror. You have warm undertones if you see hints of yellow or gold, while pink or blue hues indicate a cooler tone. If you don’t detect any noticeable colors, you probably have a neutral skin tone.

While you don’t have to stick to these hair coloring rules, cool undertones usually work best with golden or honey blonde, mahogany brown, or deep auburn. Warm undertones welcome powerful red dyes, dark espresso browns, or vibrant strawberry blondes.

3. Experiment

If you don’t want to commit to a significant change, start slow with a subtle color. Choose caramel blonde instead of silver or red. If you like how the shade looks, consider taking it a step further at the next hair coloring session.

You can also blend different colors to create a more natural look. Mixing coppers with darker browns will give you a new style without drawing too much attention. If you decide you like one shade better than the other, take a note of it for future appointments.

Ready to schedule a hair coloring session? Professional Barber Stylists of Beatrice, NE, will carefully assess your goals and recommend the perfect color. These professionals offer comprehensive hairstyling services and carry a large selection of hair care products for both men and women. Call (402) 228-3150 to book a consultation, or visit their website to learn more.