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Pink isn’t just for girls. This bold and playful hue has taken the beauty world by storm, offering endless possibilities for self-expression. Whether you’re a pastel princess or a vibrant, sultry woman, there’s sure to be a pink shade that’s perfect for you. So, are you ready to step into the world of perfect pink?
Champagne Blonde: A sophisticated light blonde with subtle shades of beige and gold, this hair color recreates the bubbly of a champagne glass.
Achieving the look: To create champagne blonde, your colorist will typically pre-lighten hair to a pale blonde base. Then, apply a soft golden toner to create warmth without any yellowing. Subtle balayage highlights can be used to add dimension.
Strawberry Blonde: Playful, warm and sunny, this strawberry blonde has reddish undertones reminiscent of the sweet juice of freshly picked strawberries.
Achieving the look: Strawberry blonde is created by lifting hair to a light blonde base and then applying a copper-based toner. The intensity of the red can be adjusted based on the depth and warmth of the tone desired.
Cotton Candy Hair: A dreamy pastel pink that exudes a fantastical and sweet atmosphere.
How to achieve this look: This ethereal shade requires a very light base, often platinum blonde. You can also apply a soft pink toner and dilute the color with a clear gloss for a pastel effect.
Peach Pink: This beautiful pink shade is a soft, almost pastel pink with subtle orange undertones. It looks like a gorgeous arctic peach or a summer sunset.
Achieving the look: Peach pink is created by pre-lightening hair to a pale blonde and then applying a toner that contains pink and peach pigments. The ratio of pink to peach can be adjusted to suit the warmth desired.
Rose Gold: So lovely, right? Rose gold is a luxurious blend of pink and gold that creates a metallic, shimmery effect.
Achieving the look: Rose gold is achieved by pre-lightening hair to a pale blonde and then applying a toner that contains pink and gold pigments. The balance of the two colors will determine the overall tone.
Dusty Pink: This is my favourite, a muted shade with soft pink and greyish hues that gives it a vintage romantic vibe and dark feminine energy.
How to achieve this look: To create the perfect dusty pink shade, lighten your hair to a pale blonde, then tone it with a combination of pink and grey pigments. Add a clear gloss to soften the colour. The key to this hair look is an even shade without any specks or yellowness.
Barbie Pink: Following the popularity of the Barbie movies, this bold, bright and iconic pink hair is back on trend, which is no surprise as this juicy hair color is full of energy and fun.
How to achieve the look: This beautiful Barbie pink shade can only be achieved with a very light, almost gray base of hair. Of course, to keep your hair healthy, it’s important to go to a professional hair salon (one that specializes in hair dye). To achieve the desired intensity of Barbie pink, use a bright pink direct dye.
Neon Pink: Love a punk hairstyle? This exciting and energetic pink will draw attention to your look!
To achieve this look: You will need a very light base, similar to Barbie Pink You can use a neon pink direct dye and adjust the intensity depending on how bright you want it You can add some contrasting streaks to add dimension to this hair style.
Hot Pink Hair Color: Next up is a passionate, fiery pink with a hint of reddish.
How to achieve the look: Most often, hot pink is created by pre-lightening hair to a pale blonde and then applying a vibrant pink toner with a touch of red pigment for depth.
Dark Fuchsia: And finally, we have the darkest pink shade, fuchsia. This bold, enigmatic shade fuses the vibrancy of crimson with the vibrancy of pink. A deep, rich hue with hints of purple, it creates an enchanting, jewel-like effect. Sure, it’s not as dazzling as neon pink, but this vibrant shade is easy to maintain (and will keep your hair healthier).
How to get this look: To achieve this striking color, hair colorists typically start by lightening hair to a pale blonde base. Then, they apply a custom blend of dye in deep fuchsia and violet. Colorists might incorporate darker colors at the roots for a more dramatic look, or opt for a single vibrant fuchsia color from root to tip.
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So, there you have it, 10 stunning pink hair shades to inspire your next hair look. Whether you’re a pastel princess or a bold babe, there’s sure to be a pink that’s perfect for you. Don’t be afraid to experiment and discover your inner color queen.
