Blonde hair perpetually seems to be in the spotlight. And why not? This multidimensional shade gives your skin a subtle glow and, if executed right, doesn’t leave your hair feeling too unnatural. Pretty subtle with a longer shelf-life when compared to alternative hair color options, this color is proof that you can an effortless facial glow even while winning at the hair game. So, if you're itching to dye your hair, time to join the #BlondeHairDon’tCare club.
Take a peek at a few popular blonde hair color shades that’ll make you want to ring your colorist right away.
1. Strawberry blonde hair color
If you’ve had a hard time choosing between red and blonde hair colors, we’re here with good news. You don’t have to pick. The strawberry blonde is berry-tinged blonde that predominantly has red undertones, just enough to keep you guessing. Think of it as a pleasant blend of light red and warm golden blonde hues. If you’ve got a warm skin tone, this one is unquestionably berry good for you.
What we’re fond of: Berina Hair Color Cream - Red Blonde
2. Honey blonde hair color
Imagine gorgeous and subdued honey dripping hues on your locks. This is how the delicious honey blonde shade can change up your hair. It strikes the right balance between hints of light brown and vibrant blonde. What look can you expect? Think something on the lines of a sunkissed vacay look. Please note that hair flipping during the day is highly recommended.
3. Platinum blonde hair color
Meet the coolest cousin in blonde town. The platinum blonde is not for the ones who’d rather play safe than stir up a storm on social media. If you’re brave enough to be among the first few to try something that has the potential to go viral, this is the perfect hue for you. Ladies with fair skin tones, take note of the fact that these platinum will not wash out your complexion.
Paint What we’re fond of: Colorica Natural Hair Colour - Intense Blonde TN7.0
4. Ash blonde hair color
We’re talking #MajorHairGoals as we introduce you to the most understated yet desirable shade. The ash blonde has grey undertones slipped into blonde streaks that add a subtle character to otherwise pale dark hair. Ash blonde hair color looks best when there are naturally darker highlights sewn throughout. The darker roots in ash blonde hair add a natural dimension and this is where it differs from platinum blonde hair.
What we’re fond of: Berina Hair Color Cream - Light Ash Blonde
5. Golden blonde hair color
Look up for the equivalent of ‘sultry’ in the beauty dictionary and you will probably end up on the golden blonde. Think of it as a multidimensional blend of gold, butter and honey (great, it even sounds delicious) for a naturally sunkissed look. Want in on the best part of this golden hair colour? You’ve got sunshine gliding its way up your strands. If you have an olive skin tone, go ahead already and try playing it up with the golden hair colour.
What we’re fond of: Streax Hair Colour - Golden Blonde 7.3
6. Ice blonde hair color
If you’re looking for a hair color that holds a place of its own without investing extra time on an intense makeup look, the ice blonde will get you to the top of your game. On the cooler side of the color spectrum, this shade leans towards pale white. If you’ve got really dark hair, we’d recommend starting with a pre-lightening pale yellow base before you color it with these icy hues.
What we’re fond of: Crazy Color Semi Permanent Hair Color Cream - Ice Mauve No. 75
7. Pink blonde hair color
If you're looking to make some bold moves this season, this crisp pink-infused blonde might just be your look. This color is proof that blonde is not just varying shades of golden that ultimately appear all the same. We’re talking a super cool shade that basically takes the concept of blonde and gives it a refreshing poppy twist. Natural face illuminator, anyone? Count us in.
What we’re fond of: Cab's Professional Color Lady Semi-Permanent Hair Color Cream - Carnation Pink
8. Copper blonde hair color
Nothing says electrifying like the copper blonde hair color. This copper red gives a whole new meaning to the whole ‘set your pulse racing’ thing that they talk about. We’re talking a shade that offers just the right way to change things up without veering too far on the vibrant scale. Think a blend of warm red and bronze hues that look both vivid and intense at the same time. The best part? It can complement both cool and warm skin tones.
What we’re fond of: Indus Valley Organically Natural Hair Color - 8.4 Medium Copper Blonde
Tips to ensure that blonde hair lasts longer
Maintaining your blond hair colour is vital. Although, it doesn’t come with a frequent touchup mandate, the blonde color is vulnerable to eventual fading away due to your regular hair care habits and external factors. Here’s giving you a lowdown on a few pointers to keep the blonde from fading.
• Go purple! Purple shampoos can help your blonde hair avoid the otherwise inevitable brassiness. What’s this brassiness, you need to be wary of, you ask? It’s the gradual yellow or orange tones that begin to show because of insufficient maintenance and care.
• A hair toner works wonders at muting the unflattering yellow and orange tones and thus counteracting brassiness of blonde hair.
• Apply a diluted mixture of lemon juice on your highlighted strands to keep the blonde going strong. Follow it up with a hair conditioning mask to regain the lost moisture.
• We know it probably sounds cliche but we can’t stress enough on the fact that lesser hair washes translate to longer lasting hair color.
• Stock your bath cabinet with a shine spray or serum for locks that reflect light. It really makes the color come through.
• It’s time to give your regular shampoos a miss and instead switch to color-protecting shampoos that are sulfate and paraben free.
• Don’t undermine the power of a hair sunscreen that can filter out the UV rays and keep your hair from losing the blonde highlights or drying out.
FAQs:
1. What is the best blonde color to cover gray hair?
Lighter shades do a great job at penetrating and concealing gray strands. This is why you should go for honey blonde or golden blonde highlights to cover gray hair.
Nykaa Recommends: L'Oreal Paris Excellence Fashion Highlights - Honey Blonde
Nykaa Recommends: Streax Reg Colour Golden Blonde + Walnut Serum
2. What are some dark blonde colors?
Strawberry blonde, silver blonde, golden blonde and dirty blonde hair colors fall on the darker side of the color spectrum.
Nykaa Recommends: Naturigin Permanent Hair Colour - Dark Blonde
3. For someone with fairer skin tone, what is recommended? Ash blonde highlights or golden highlights?
To avoid looking washed out, people with pale cooler skin tones, should avoid ash blonde. They could instead go for golden highlights that would add some much-needed contrast.
Nykaa Recommends: Streax Cream Hair Colour - Golden Blonde 7.3
