Blue hair can make a statement. To achieve an optimal result, bring pictures with you so your colorist understands your vision well – this may lead to even better results! Maintain your vibrant blue hue using sulfate-free shampoo and conditioning treatments with color-enhancing ingredients. Keep reading to discover our favorite ways to rock this trend!
Are You Looking to Add Blue to Your hair Color?
There are numerous subtle ways you can add blue highlights to your hair. The ideal options look natural while complementing your base shade perfectly.
Add a hint of pastel purple to your brown hair for an instant makeover that adds beauty without being overwhelming. The result will be vibrant color that pops without becoming overbearing.
For a bolder change, why not give blue ombre a try? Perfect for brunettes of all lengths of hair.
Another popular technique is blue balayage, in which your stylist paints color onto each strand of your hair using special brushes. While this style works on any hair color, it mainly benefits dark tones.
Peek-a-boo blue highlights are another excellent choice for darker hair. These highlights only reveal themselves when the hair moves or is styled a certain way – creating a unique and eye-catching look!
Color Block Highlights
If you want something bold but need more time to change your hair color, ask your stylist about block coloring. This technique involves dyeing various sections of your locks a different shade (whether that means contrasting or complementing colors).
This style can be as dramatic or natural as desired. For an eye-catching effect, try pairing bolder hues together for an eye-catching contrast or choosing tonal variations for a more subdued and seamless appearance.
An easy way to create an eye-catching mix-and-match style is with block highlights in various hues of blue. For instance, opt for dark cobalt hues in some areas while opting for lighter navy blue highlights elsewhere.
Use a color protector such as Suave Professionals Keratin Infusion Color Care Dry Shampoo or K18 hair treatments between appointments to maintain vibrant and long-lasting hair color. In addition, ensure you rinse with lukewarm water after every rinse to prevent brassiness or discoloration from happening. If you love the current hue but want it extended further, consider opting for demi-permanent shades.
Mermaid Hair
Every 13-year-old girl dreams of having hair like Sara Paxton from Aquamarine (2006), which remains popular today! This look combines long beachy waves with various pastels or vivid hues that blend into an eye-catching mermaid-esque ombre effect, giving a trendy edge.
Mermaid styles typically incorporate hues of blues and greens, but that doesn’t have to be your only color choice for your mermaid strands. Consider using pale mint hues for an icy appearance as an exciting change from vibrant hues.
If you’re feeling extra daring, switch up the colors with something unexpected like periwinkle to give your mermaid locks more dimension and complement various complexion tones. Complete your look with a nourishing gloss for glossy locks while protecting them with heat protection (L’Oreal Advanced Hairstyle SLEEK IT Iron Straight Heatspray is a good example) before blow-drying or using heat styling techniques.
Reverse Ombre
Reverse ombre is an effective way to add darker hair colors without making a permanent commitment. This look begins with light blonde roots that gradually transition into any chosen darker shade on the ends – ideal for brunettes and blondes alike and wearable in various ways, from subtle to dramatic styles. Celebrities like Big Bang Theory star Kaley Cuoco have taken to sporting this style, showing off her elegant Manhattan blonde that fades to rich cherry red shades at its end.
Blondes can join the fun by styling their locks with an eye-catching reverse ombre that transitions from iceberg blonde to bright pink for an eye-catching style ideal for spring and summertime.
If you want to go bold with color, try orchid or bubble gum pink for an eye-catching and girlish look. These vibrant hues pair exceptionally well with strawberry blonde for an authentically feminine aesthetic.
