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QuestionWhich brand of hair color is the best?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.This really depends on your desired result and whether you are talking about professional color or box dye. I like Goldwell for blond colors, Wella for reds, and Redken for brunette and gray coverage.
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QuestionWhat color is dark brunette?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.Dark browns can come in both warm and cool tones. For instance, espresso has a cool bluish base while chocolate brown has warmer bronze undertones.
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QuestionWhat are the best colors for cool skin tones?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.Cool skin tone looks best with warm hair. For example, porcelain skin is stunning with bright red or golden blonde hair.
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QuestionWhat is a warm hair color?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.A warm hair color is one that has a gold, copper, or red tone. Golden blonde, copper, and golden brown are all warm hair colors.
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QuestionI have black hair with black eyes and a fair complexion. Which color is best for me?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.It sounds like you have very strong coloring. I would think another bold hue like a deep purple or cherry red would work well, but it depends on your undertones, whether your complexion is light with warm or cool undertones.
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QuestionHow can I choose the best color?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.One of the best ways to chose a color that works for you is to visit a wig store and try on different options. You can see what is flattering and what feels like it suites your personality.
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QuestionI have a fair complexion and hazel eyes, and I want to color my hair blond and pink ombre. Would it look good, or should I change my choice of hair color?Community AnswerVery fair skin usually is drowned out by shades of dark or hot pink. Opt for a light brown and ombré into a medium shade of blond (besides platinum). If you really want a pop of color, a light blue will look good with a platinum, or lavender with honey blond.
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QuestionMy eyes and hair are dark brown. Can I highlight some small part of my lower hair blue - and will it look good?Community AnswerA light blue will look good with tan skin, but will cause damage because of the bleach necessary. Darker skin looks better with a more royal blue, and light skin with a velvet-blue color.
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QuestionI have brown eyes and dark brown hair with warm skin undertones. What colors should I use if I want to make my hair ombre?Community AnswerThe best colors to use are probably brown in the roots to blonde.
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QuestionI color my hair with mahogany copper brown but the color only shows up under light. What is the problem, did I choose the wrong color for my hair? I have a natural skin complexion and all I want is the color to be seen ,even without lights.Community AnswerIt is likely that you have darker hair. Try bleaching your hair first and then apply the color. You don't need to bleach it too much, just maybe a shade or two lighter than your actual hair color.
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QuestionWould you recommend an auburn color for someone who has a medium complexion?Community AnswerYes, but if you have a lot of freckles on your skin, you might want to stick with a bit darker colors.
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QuestionI have black hair, and I am fair with brown eyes. If I want to do an ombre, will honey blonde, caramel, or chocolate brown be the best fit for me?Community AnswerTry mixing the colours. Chocolate brown fading to a warm caramel will probably look great on your complexion, not to mention compliment your eye colour.
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QuestionDoe white hair color go with pale blue eyes?Community AnswerMost of the time, yes. It also depends on your skin tone. White hair is also very high maintenance. Be prepared to go back to the salon at least once a month or once every other month. It is best to dye it white if: You have a lighter (white or lighter Hispanic), you live in an area with mostly cloudy or rainy weather, and you have the money to dye it/maintain it. You can dye it no matter what you look like, but these recommendations might be helpful.
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QuestionWhat about green eyes? I mean like olive green, not that almost blue/white green.Community AnswerRed, black, brown, and medium blonde can all look good with green eyes (depending on your skin tone as well).
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QuestionI want a noticeable hair color. What can I do?Community AnswerGo for a bold, colorful hair color. Maybe try a blue, or purple, or any loud dye. It would make quite a noticeable difference.
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QuestionWhat color shade should I choose for a short haircut?Community AnswerThe color of your hair depends greatly on the color of your skin. Ask your hairstylist for some suggestions.
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QuestionHow can I tell what hair color work with me?Sam Linguine TortelliniCommunity AnswerTry using the color hair spray people use with costumes around Halloween, they wash right out so you can try as many as you need to find the right color without having to make a commitment. When you find the color you like, you can use actual hair dye, or go to a salon to have it done professionally.
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QuestionWould neon or green hair look good on someone who is chubby, pale, and has green eyes?Community AnswerGreen eyes and green hair may seem like a good combination; however, it would be better to stay with more natural colors such as honey-blond ombrés and darker shades of brown.
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QuestionI have a dark hair and dark eyes. I want to make my hair ombre purple. Is that ok?Community AnswerYes, as long as you have the confidence to rock it!
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QuestionI have blue eyes, what hair color best fits me? I'm looking for regular and non natural colors. Also, what are natural ways to dye my hair purple or other non natural colors?Community AnswerTry light brown or dark brown. What I would use in your situation is probably hot pink, light blue, or just white.
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QuestionWhat color should somebody with green eyes, warm skin and brown hair dye their hair?Community AnswerA dark shade of brown with a lighter ombré may look nice. Dark hair usually looks best with caramel skin.
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QuestionWould blonde hair look good on someone with blue eyes and light tan skin?Community AnswerYou should go with a darker/dirtier blonde or a light brown.
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QuestionI have blue/green eyes that look teal, naturally dark brown hair, and very pale skin with freckles on my cheeks. Would reddish-brown hair work for me?Community AnswerI think that's an awesome color choice! If you have a warmer skin tone and natural hair color, go for a brighter, more expressive red. If you have cooler tones, you should probably go for more of a jewel tone, like ruby red. Red compliments green-blue eyes stunningly!
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QuestionHow do I change my hair color after using black hair dye?Community AnswerIt will have to be stripped and then recolored.
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QuestionHow can I choose the right hair color for my skin and eyes?Community AnswerThis guide should be helpful, but if you'd like to see your options in real life you could try on a couple of wigs in the colors and tones that you're interested in and see what you think suits you best.
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QuestionI have light blue eyes, very fair skin, and dark brown hair, and I want to dye my hair a lighter color at the ends. What color would look best?Community AnswerBlonde would be a good color for you. The combination of brown and a lighter shade of blonde at the ends will look very good with your eyes and complexion.
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QuestionWhat dye could somebody with white skin, grey eyes, and black hair use?Community AnswerYour natural black hair may actually be the nicest for your eyes and skin. If you'd like a change, though, you could try a cool shade of brown or blonde.
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QuestionWhat color of red or unnatural color goes with a warm tone and blue eyes?Community AnswerRihanna been rocking a poppy red hairshade; I think it would look amazing on someone with blue eyes.
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QuestionI have light skin, light brown hair and brown eyes. What hair color would be best for me?Community AnswerIt sounds like you're near the middle of the spectrum, so you could try just about anything. Stay away from super dark or light colors. If you lean toward the cool end of the spectrum, stay away from red or other loud, hot colors, and go instead for jewel tones. If you have warmer colors, you can go bolder and brighter, but don't pick a very flat or damp hair color.
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QuestionI have a fair complexion and deep blue eyes, and I don't really want a platinum blonde. Any suggestions?Community AnswerYou don’t have to go platinum blonde at all! You will look great in almost any color. A velvety brown or a brassy blond would look good, or even a pastel blue or pink.
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