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Trying to decide on the best hair color can be a difficult decision, but with a little bit of planning and looking around you can easily find a color that is just right for you. Understanding what you want your color to express is important, as is understanding your hair type. If you are planning to use a stylist, spend some time considering the following points before setting the appointment.
One of the first considerations is how much of your hair do you want to color, and do you want to just use one color or several? Monochromatic color means that one color is used over your entire head, whereas multicolored or toned includes highlights and lowlights.
The highlights are used to bring out the lighter colors in the hair, whereas the lowlights are used to give depth to your hair and are slightly darker than your natural color or the color you are going to. The benefit to multi tonal colored hair is that it gives a more natural presentation as well as helps to minimize the appearance of roots as the color grows out.
Most people choose a hair color that matches their skin tone and eye color. While some people like to be very conservative and just change their hair slightly, others like to go very expressive and include blues, pinks and purples into their hair. If you choose a color or accent that has red or copper the result can be very stunning, but you should also be aware that these colors tend to fade or change sooner than other colors, so may need more frequent touch-ups.
For people that have fair to pink skin, the ash, honey and blonde or neutral colors are the most complimentary. Gold tone skin looks striking with deep reds and auburns, but avoid colors like orange, bright gold or yellow, as this tends to make the skin look yellow. Dark skin is enhanced with dark browns and reds with lowlights of an even darker tone. As a general rule of thumb go lighter with colors as you age, that way the blending of the gray hairs will be easier plus any stray gray hairs will be less noticeable.
Semi permanent colors and color rinses are a great way to experiment with different colors at home. They are not the old, chemical smelling treatments anymore, and are easy to apply at home. The process involves an application of the color, wait time, and a rinse, shampoo and conditioner. The beauty of these products is that they only last a short while in the hair, and allow you to try several colors to decide what is best for you.
After you have decided on the color or tones that you wish to use, you then need to consider if you want to do it yourself or go to a stylist. The benefit of doing it yourself is that you can easily fit the time into your busy schedule. The benefit of going to a salon is that the stylist can make suggestions and even update your hairstyle at the same time. Consider the final result, and what you are trying to accomplish when choosing a color. Match your skin tone with your hair to enhance your hair and face. A wild, bright color is very eye catching and unique, where a more subdued color may be more appropriate in a professional setting.
Cory Willins writes for Hair Cut and Hairstyles, where you can find resources for finding great hair cuts as well as hair articles and more.
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