How to Get the Perfect Red Hair Shade
How to choose the most flattering, natural looking and best shade of red hair for your skin tone? If you are not sure of your skin tone, ask a professional for their
view. They'll advise you on your coloring and what red hair shades will
and won't work for you.
You've finally spotted the perfect red hair on the fashion magazine.
What you have to realize is that the color of one's skin tone can affect
that perfect hair color.
FOR LIGHT SKIN TONES:
For blondes or those who want a subtle red shade, try a strawberry
blonde shade. This works great with pale skin tones as it won't
overpower your coloring. Keep your color choice on the lighter side.
Dark reds will wash out your skin coloring, so opt for the subtler reds
such as terra-cottas.
Light brunettes and dark blondes can add a hint of red that will blend
with their natural hair and give a slight but noticeable boost to their
hair color.
Remember a little bit of red goes a long way. To ease yourself into the realm of red, try adding red hair color via highlights.
Stick to the warmer shades of red. Deep violet reds won't work, so choose warmer, softer reds.
FOR MEDIUM SKIN TONES:
Medium skin tones should stick with medium red hair shades. Auburns are a great choice as long as they're not too dark.
Avoid extremely bright reds such as bright coppers or light orange-reds.
A medium reddish brown is likely to compliment your coloring without
looking drastic.
Lowlights in a slightly darker and redder shade of your natural color is
a great introduction into red. If you're unsure if red is for you,
start slowly with this method.
FOR DARK SKIN TONES:
Darker and olive skin tones should stick with the cooler red shades.
Burgundies and violet-based colors will flatter your skin tones best.
Avoid very light reds, such as strawberry blonde and bright auburn. Deep
mahogany reds are subtle and a great introduction into red hair shades
for your skin tone.
For a fun look, try having panels of slightly different reds applied
throughout your hair. This dimensional look is eye-catching and far from
ordinary for those who like to get noticed.
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