How to Choose the Right Hair Colour Shade for You

🌈 How to Choose the Right Hair Colour Shade for You

Have you ever walked into a salon, scrolled endlessly through Pinterest, or stood in front of hair colour boxes at the store feeling totally confused?

You’re not alone. Choosing the right hair colour can be tricky – but with a few simple tips, you can find your perfect shade confidently.

✨ 1. Know Your Skin Undertone

Your skin undertone plays a huge role in how a hair colour looks on you.

• Warm undertones
  Veins appear greenish, gold jewellery flatters you more, and your skin glows with shades like:

  • Golden brown
  • Caramel
  • Copper
  • Warm reds

• Cool undertones
  Veins look bluish or purplish, silver jewellery suits you better, and your skin lights up with:

  • Ash brown
  • Cool chocolate
  • Burgundy
  • Plum tones

• Neutral undertones
  You’re lucky – most shades work on you! Balance bold or natural hues with your hair's base colour.

✨ 2. Think About Your Natural Hair Colour

Staying within two shades of your natural hair colour usually looks more flattering and grows out gracefully.

But if you're feeling bold:

• Try balayage or face-framing streaks
• Add highlights or lowlights to keep your look dynamic
• Always complement (not overpower) your base tone

✨ 3. Match with Your Lifestyle and Vibe

Ask yourself:

• ✔ Do I want low maintenance or am I okay with touch-ups?
• ✔ Should my look be natural or bold?
• ✔ Will this colour fit my work setting and personal style?

🔄 Tip: Busy lifestyle? Go for colours that don’t require monthly salon visits like soft browns, muted reds, or gloss shades.

✨ 4. Always Do a Strand Test

Especially if you’re colouring at home!

Why?

• Hair texture affects colour absorption
• A strand test shows the exact result before full application
• Saves you from unexpected oops moments

💡 Product Recommendation

For home colouring, I personally recommend:

L’Oréal Paris Casting Crème Gloss

✅ Ammonia-free
✅ Leaves hair shiny and soft
✅ Easy to apply (even if you're a beginner)
✅ Fades naturally without harsh lines

Shade suggestions:

• "Chocolate" – for warm undertones
• "Burgundy" – for cool undertones

❤️ Final Thoughts

At the end of the day, hair colour is self-expression.

Whether you go for:

• Subtle browns for elegance
• Bold reds for impact
• Pastels for fun...

Choose what makes you feel beautiful and confident.

💬 Let’s Chat!

What hair colour are you planning to try next?
Drop it in the comments – I’d love to know your dream shades and tips too!