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You know if there's one hair colour that is always in demand, it is burgundy hair colour. So much so that your salon visit is jinxed if you don’t see someone dyeing their hair burgundy (really!). Its popularity is not surprising though — the reddish-brown hue looks good on everyone and of course, it’s super trendy. The Pantone colour of the year might be peach fuzz but everyone is rocking that burgundy look. Why wouldn’t they? It is also associated with a family of colours — wine, maroon, mahogany… you get the gist. Now, we aren’t saying that this colour won’t fade away like other dark colours, but with a little maintenance, it might end up staying longer than you’d expect. And, can we just talk about the fun, chic element that it adds to your look? We are all fans here!
We know, we know you’re already booking your next salon appointment but before you do that, here’s a guide on which burgundy hair colour would work for you.
Burgundy Hair Colour Shades For Different Skin Tones
Fair Skin Tone
First things first, if you have fair skin, every burgundy hair colour shade will look great on you. Just like blonde, blues and all the other quirky colours out there.
1. Dark Burgundy
A dark burgundy shade will literally contrast with fair skin and that’s why it tops our list of favourites. Don’t be shy and pick a global hair colour. The best part though? It might be a favourable pick for fair skin but also works on medium & dusky skin tones. Win-win, yay!
Nykaa recommends: L'Oreal Paris Casting Creme Gloss Hair Color - 316 Burgundy
2. Red Velvet
No, we aren’t talking about applying the oh-so-famous red velvet cupcake on your hair (yikes!), we are talking about a rich shade of red from the burgundy family. To flaunt this colour right, go for a balayage effect.
Nykaa recommends: Kin Cosmetics Candy Colors Hair Color - Red Velvet
3. Maroon
Don’t be scared about choosing maroon for your hair. A maroon hair colour looks super classy and compliments medium to long hair. But, if you have straight hair, make sure you style it right — go for layered waves to win hearts!
Nykaa recommends: Streax Professional Argan Secrets Hair Colourant Cream - Reddish Brown 4.6
Medium Skin Tone
Medium skin tones have a lot of room to experiment with burgundy hair colours. From reds to pinks, don’t be afraid to go all out.
1. Deep Plum
It’s not just the fruit that we love, Plum is also a great pick from the wide range of burgundy hair colours. Especially for medium skin tones. This burgundy hair colour will not only highlight your features but will also work on all kinds of hair lengths — short, long or medium.
Nykaa recommends: Garnier Color Naturals Ultra Hair Color - 6.26 Plum Red
2. Magenta
Okay, covering your hair in Magenta completely might be stretching it a little. You need a subtle hint of magenta to completely own this colour. Go for balayage instead — we know we are recommending it a lot but it’s all for the right reasons! Even a magenta/burgundy ombre can spice things up!
Nykaa recommends: ALFAPARF MILANO Revolution Magenta
Dusky Skin Tone
Wines and light browns are going to be your BFFs when it comes to burgundy hair colours on a dusky skin tone.
1. Mulled Wine
Possibly, the most popular burgundy hair dye of them all, mulled wine works well on cool undertones. Of course, it’s got a wintery effect but don’t underestimate the power of burgundy wine hair colour to transform your look anywhere and anytime!
Nykaa recommends: BBLUNT Salon Secret High Shine Creme Hair Colour - Wine Deep Burgundy
2. Auburn
We know what you’re thinking this burgundy brown hair colour seems a bit out of place in this list but honestly, this is the best pick for beginners or anyone, with a warm undertone. It’s neither too harsh nor can be missed on dark hair — just a perfect neutral!
Nykaa recommends: L'Oreal Paris Excellence Fashion Hair Color - Shade 5.54 Intense Warm Auburn
Burgundy Hair With Highlights
Too scared to colour your hair burgundy completely? Guess what? Burgundy hair colour highlights look just as cool. Here are a few options that you can try on your hair:
1. Burgundy Highlights on Black Hair
If you have jet-black hair and don’t want to compromise on how it looks, you can always go for burgundy highlights on black hair. The deep dark burgundy hair colour will shine through without compromising on your natural look.
Nykaa recommends: Crazy Color Semi Permanent Hair Color Cream - Burgundy No. 61
2. Rose Gold and Burgundy Highlights on Black Hair
Here’s another stunner for black hair — a blend of burgundy and rose gold. This subtle yet eye-catching combination is a great option for long wavy hair but it will also look great on medium beachy waves. Go all out!
Nykaa recommends: Paradyes Ammonia Free Semi-Permanent Hair Color - Rose Gold
3. Blonde Hair with Burgundy Highlights
If you don’t mind experimenting with your blonde hair, getting burgundy highlights is the right pick. The burgundy highlights will stand out even more on beach waves or soft curls and of course, it will add some much-needed fun to your overall look.
Nykaa recommends: Streax Hair Colour Highlighting Kit - Soft Blonde
4. Brown Hair with Burgundy Highlights
For women with brown hair, go for an exciting cherry shade, especially if you want others to notice your hair colour. The burgundy red hair colour is super vibrant and will suit you the most if you have long with lots of layers.
Nykaa recommends: L'Oreal Paris Casting Creme Gloss Hair Color - Mahogany
FAQs
Q. Does burgundy hair colour fade fast?
A. According to a study, any hair colour fades within 52 days. But If you compare it to softer colours, dark colours like burgundy tend to fade much faster. This is why maintenance is the key here.
a) It will keep your dark burgundy hair colour fresh and
b) it won’t hamper the health of your hair.
Q. Which colour works best with burgundy hair colour?
A. There’s no such thing as one colour for burgundy hair. There are suitable burgundy shades for each different hair colour. A simple tip: just keep the cool and warm shades in mind before you pick your favourite colour.
Q. Are all burgundy hair colours available in the market?
A. The number of burgundy hair shades might be a lot but the Indian market still has limited options. You will find the most common ones in any supermarket but if you want to experiment with out-of-the-box shades, there is still time.
Q. How many types of burgundy hair colours are there?
A. As we have already mentioned above, burgundy is not limited to just one shade. It covers a wide range of colours, you get burgundy in different shades such as red, mahogany, dark brown, raspberry, violet, etc. But, not every colour is available in the Indian market yet.
Q. Do I need to go to a salon to get the best burgundy hair dye? Or can I do it at home?
A. Ideally, you should visit a salon to colour your hair burgundy. That’s because the hairdresser will be the best person to recommend the best burgundy shade for your hair. However, if you’re aware of colour theory, as suggested in studies, and are confident about the shade that works for your hair, go ahead and colour your hair at home.
Q. Does burgundy ombre hair colour look good?
A. Burgundy ombre is a great option if you don't want to go all out and colour your locks completely. Dark colours like maroon, red and mahogany from the burgundy family look great as ombre shades.
