Choosing shades of brown hair: 90 ideas

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The combination of a short haircut with the fashionable ombre technique is very impressive. You can see dark roots, light ends literally everywhere on short hair! If you prefer a short haircut, this does not mean that actual coloring is not available to you. However, this technique has its own subtleties that must be taken into account.

Dark roots and light ends on short hair

Ombre for short hair

To refresh your appearance, coloring is perfect. If you have a short haircut, this is not a reason to refuse changes! Transform yourself by giving yourself dark roots, light ends on short hair! The effect of smooth color transition has literally changed modern fashion.

This technique makes the hair look voluminous. Unlike the usual monochromatic coloring, using different tones gives a wonderful effect. The hair begins to look very vibrant and voluminous. If you use bright colors, it will make you look like a fairy tale character. However, be careful not to overdo it: sometimes it's better to go for more classic colors.

Light ombre for short hair

Dark roots and light ends on short hair

If you have light eyes and brown hair, it's time to go blonde. Few people are ready for complete lightening, but everyone can afford light ends. The contrast of lightened ends with dark roots looks very impressive.

If you have curly hair, lightening the ends will help highlight the vibrant beauty of your curls. In this case, the transition should not be smooth. However, the locks on the face must be lighter than on the back of the head.

Home Recipes for Dyeing Brown Hair

You can get rich chestnut shades of curls using traditional methods

Natural dyes are recommended for use on curls that have not been chemically curled or dyed with chemicals. We bring to your attention 4 excellent ways to achieve brown hair using traditional methods.

IngredientsInstructions
  • 0.5 cups of onion peel;
  • 1 glass of water;
  • 2 tbsp. l. glycerin
Pour water over the husk, boil for 15-20 minutes, strain well and add glycerin. Every day, wipe your curls with a sponge soaked in the resulting broth until your curls acquire the desired shade.
  • 0.5 cups of any vegetable oil;
  • 1 tbsp. l. chopped green walnut peel;
  • 1 tbsp. l. alum (average price 100-150 rubles);
  • ¼ glass of water
Boil the water. Pour boiling water over the oil, nut peel and alum, cook for about 15 minutes, then cool, squeeze and apply to curls with a brush. Leave the mixture on for 40-45 minutes and rinse with warm water.
  • 5 tbsp. l. linden flowers;
  • 1.5 glasses of water
Pour water over the flowers, cook over low heat, stir constantly until 2/3 of the liquid has evaporated. After this, cool the broth, strain and apply to your hair. Keep it there until you achieve the desired shade.
  • 4 tsp. natural ground coffee;
  • 1 glass of water;
  • 1 pack of henna
Pour water over the coffee, boil for 5-7 minutes and cool to 85-90 degrees. Pour henna over coffee, stir, apply to curls, put on a plastic cap and hold for 10-35 minutes, depending on the desired color.

Advice! Do not keep this mixture for too long, otherwise your hair will turn black and blue.

Interesting ideas for ombre

Light ends combined with dark roots look luxurious in honey shades. If you use honey color, you can combine it with your natural hair color. Almost all shades look gorgeous in this duet!

If you're not afraid to experiment, try pink. The bright color is suitable for young girls who are self-confident. For older ladies, you can take a pale shade that smoothly turns into blonde.

Dark roots and light ends on short hair

Being blonde is so exciting! However, not all girls can decide to take such a bold step. It’s not surprising, because if you lighten it completely, you’ll ruin your hair. However, there is a way out: bleach only part of the hair. In this case, the hairstyle is revitalized and the curls remain in good condition.

It is very important to remember that with a short haircut, the blonde ends will be right next to the face. Therefore, it is necessary to choose tones that suit the eyes and skin. Otherwise, all the flaws in appearance will be emphasized. On the contrary, with the right shade you will literally bloom!

How to Maintain Warm Hair Colors

Color protection

Shampoo for colored hair TRESemmé Keratin Color

Editor's tip: Want your warm new hair colors to last all fall? Use shampoo and conditioner for colored hair. For example, this could be TRESemmé Keratin Color Shampoo and Conditioner. Their formula with hydrolyzed caviar extract helps nourish hair. In addition, seal them in an invisible transparent layer. It smoothes out unevenness and allows you to maintain the brightness of the color.

Color protection

Conditioner for colored hair TRESemmé Keratin Color

See also hair care tips from video blogger Luda BlushSupreme. By the way, appreciate her rich warm shade of strands:

By the way, even more beauty tips are waiting for you on the ATH YouTube channel.

Maybe you are a cold color type? That doesn't mean delicious fall hues aren't available to you. Among the beautiful “edible” tones, cold ones include shades of cappuccino, coffee with milk and dark chocolate. Do you want to move away from cold colors? Try multi-coloring, such as tiger eye. You can ask the master to add more warm shades. Do you want to dye your hair one color? Stay close to your natural shade.

warm hair colors
For example, actress Lucy Hale adds volume to her color with reddish strands. Credit: Rex by Shutterstock

Natural shades continue to dominate fall fashion shows. When choosing the perfect fall shade, pay attention to tones with a brown base. For example, those that will be discussed further.

Warm hair colors: chocolate


warm hair colorsDefinitely a deep and rich dark chocolate shade that will appeal to many.
Credit: Rex by Shutterstock Obviously, the color of milk chocolate goes well with fair skin, blue, green and brown eyes. For red-haired girls and those with freckles, caramel or natural chestnut shades are suitable. Finally, chocolate lilac hair color may suit those who love unusual colors.

Warm hair colors: cinnamon


warm hair colorsWithout a doubt, the reddish color of cinnamon belongs to warm shades.
Of course, the color of cinnamon beautifully highlights golden skin, blue, green eyes and freckles.

Hair care

Pure Line phyto-mask for hair Shine of color

Editor's tip: To keep warm hair colors vibrant, use a mask once a week. For the busiest people, the “Shining of Color” phytomask from the “Clean Line” brand with clover is suitable. By the way, this product gives visible results in just one minute.

Warm coffee hair color


warm hair colorsWarm hair colors highlight model Tyra Banks' bright eyes.
Credit: Rex by Shutterstock Let's say you're fascinated by the hair of actresses Eva Longoria and Ashley Greene? Try deep coffee shades. Of course, there are many options. Let's say a hot dark shade with a golden tint. And there are so many interpretations of the shade of coffee with milk! It seems that this is an ideal option for natural brunettes and those with brown eyes.

Warm hair colors: caramel


warm hair colorsIs it possible to find a more autumnal shade than reddish-caramel hair color?
Perhaps caramel hair color is a mixture of golden blonde and rich red shade. Caramel shades range from delicate light golden to darker caramel chocolate. Singer Beyoncé, actress Jessica Alba and model Alessandra Ambrosio love these hair colors.

Warm cocoa hair color


warm hair colorsFor example, warm hair colors reminiscent of cocoa are in perfect harmony with golden skin.
Credit: Rex by Shutterstock As you know, the cocoa shade is found in both warm and cool colors. Of course, a good colorist will be able to achieve a deep, rich tone that will look fluid and iridescent. The cocoa shade is obtained by mixing several colors. Perhaps it looks best when the artist leaves some strands light. Then the color looks alive.

Gingerbread: a perfect shade for fall


warm hair colorsFor example, actress Natalie Portman's hair color looks natural and interesting.
Credit: Rex by Shutterstock Chances are this playful medium brown tone will work great on gray hair. Obviously, it will favorably emphasize the features of any color type. The gingerbread or gingerbread shade suggests a light to medium brown base with a slight yellowish or pinkish tint. Perhaps due to this, the color looks natural, but at the same time multifaceted.

Color brightness

Conditioner for colored hair TIGI Bed Head Color Goddess

Editor's tip: By the way, the TIGI Bed Head Color Goddess collection includes products with a gingerbread scent. Without a doubt, they will keep you warm this fall! By the way, an additional bonus: conditioner for colored hair will help maintain even the most capricious color. At the same time, shea butter in the product helps moisturize and protect strands from fragility.

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