There’s nothing like that feeling of walking out of the salon with a new hair color.
Fortunately, it looks like that feeling is going to get even better this year.
With new options and better colors, get ready to strut your stuff.
It’s 2017, and we are no longer limited to one-size-fits-all highlights.
Your stylist can now give you a totally unique color based on your hair key in and complexion.
This year, we’ll be seeing multidimensional colors with textured cuts to show off the different tones.
So don’t worry, showing your roots will still be cool.
Because the bronde look is sexy and carefree, it needs an equally cool cut.
“Natural gives it that carefree, undone look.”
I just tried it for the first time last month and am hooked.
The color is very natural-looking, and looks even better as my roots grow in.
Balayage looks so natural because it embraces darker roots.
Washing too much can dry out your color.
“Pastels are notoriously hard to maintain,” said Stamper.
It will become more norm to apply refresher color at home."
Another consequence of going this light?
You’ll probably need to chop your hair.
It’s too hard to maintain consistent color on long locks.
This is excellent news for anyone who would like to save a little cash at the salon.
Sticking close to your natural hue means fewer trips to touch up your color.
Be sure to talk with your stylist about how to play up your natural color with subtle highlights.
One reason that the natural look is in is because it’s so easy.
“My approach to hair color has gone from beachy, painted blondes to ultra low maintenance color.”
Kristina Maccarois expecting to see darker golden tones this year.
The right haircut can feature your new color.
Think lots of layers and full bangs.
“Think Goldie Hawn, Bridget Bardot, and Alexa Chung.”
Looking for a simpler cut?Shea Stamperis already seeing clients going for all one length.
“Being all one length means no layered, choppy, piece-y extensions of years past.
It also means it will cost a LOT of money to achieve.
it’s possible for you to go for layers or one length either way you’ll be in style!
And let’s be honest.
Yep, I’m raising my hand right now.
“We spend tons of money on our skin and then use crappy drugstore products on our hair.”
Another way to protect your color is keeping it out of the sun.
“Tuck it under your hat and keep it out of the sun’s harmful bleaching rays.”
A wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses is a chic look that will protect your color.
Next, double-check you’re not over shampooing.
“Keeping the hair moisturized is key,” says Natalie Salvo.
Also remember to think about how much time you want to spend styling and updating your cut and color.
Celebrity coloristKelly Cardenasalways focuses on his clients and their lifestyles when choosing the perfect color.
As hairdressers we have a responsibility to make decisions with long-term implications in mind.
This will create long-lasting relationships that will out last any trend.”
Your stylist can then find the right color combo for you.
