Auburn hair color is an evergreen look that can flatter nearly all skin tones. For instance, its warmth complements fairer complexions while drawing attention to blue or green eyes.
TikTok and Instagram is full of celebrities sporting this trending hue; learn how to apply it yourself for an eye-catching look!
Choose the Right Shade
Auburn hair color will compliment any complexion, from light skin tones to deeper brown hues. If you’re new to red hair, choose an auburn shade with warm red notes for an easy transition into this trendy hue.
Brunettes should opt for strawberry blonde auburn shades to match their natural tones and provide radiant warmth to their complexions. If you want a bolder look, ask your colorist about face framing highlights or balayage services that feature rich burgundy auburn tones – both will do wonders to elevate any look!
Medium skin tones will benefit from adding a bold pop of color with cranberry or pink-tinged copper shades that stand out against your complexion. If red is too bold a choice, opt for deep mahogany or ruby red shades which provide an opulent glow in their place.
Determine Your Undertone
Auburn may typically be considered a cool-toned color, but depending on its shade it can also be worn warm. To find your ideal match, take note of what hue your wrist veins show; blue/purple veins indicate cool skin tones while green indicates warm.
If you’re unsure if red hair is for you, try opting for shades with more of a coppery or golden undertone than orange tones instead of just being all one hue, advises Sanger. “This will add extra warmth to your strands.”
Plum auburn pairs perfectly with medium skin tones, such as those seen on Bryce Dallas-Howard’s long strands. Pair this vibrant shade with either cherry or chocolate brown for an eye-catching result, and keep its vibrancy vibrant by using weekly in-shower glossing treatments like L’Oreal Paris Le Color Gloss One Step In-Shower Toning Gloss treatments.
Apply the Color
Acing Isla Fisher and Emma Stone’s glamorous sun-kissed auburn hair color is easier than you might think! Auburn is a red-brown hue that complements all skin tones, making it one of the hottest trends for 2023.
Blondes should opt for light cinnamon or golden copper hues with warmer orange tones to best complement their skin tone, while medium or dark brunettes may prefer rich mahogany shades with warm rust hues.
Koleston Perfect was used for this stunning balayage masterpiece that showcases ribbons of vibrant tones throughout its lengths for an autumn-inspired richness in cooler months. For lasting and fade-free results, use color-protecting shampoo, conditioner and treatment mask designed for color-treated hair to protect their results and avoid direct sunlight; rinse only in lukewarm water when washing out.
Rinse
In order to maintain healthy, vibrant hair for your clients, it’s essential that they follow all of the instructions for rinsing after applying color. Otherwise, they could end up with no visible difference (or worse: brassy hues), or even experience hair damage as a result of not following these directions.
If your client is blonde and seeking to deepen her shade, light cherry auburn tones offer an effective solution. This softer tone features ribbons of copper and red that combine for an authentic-looking bronde hue.
For a deeper auburn hue, mahogany hair colors offer the perfect depth. L’Oreal Paris Superior Preference Fade-Defying Shine Permanent Hair Color in Medium Reddish Blonde offers this warm hue; add depth with cheeky red babylights for dimension around your face and neckline; for an enhanced look use a toning glossing treatment like Pure Glossing Service Opens in a new tab to seal it in place and give extra shine.
Style
Auburn hair color creates a warm yet vibrant aesthetic, whether you want to enhance natural red strands or opt for something bolder; auburn offers something suitable for every taste and style.
Lighter shades of auburn create an appealing sun-kissed effect, while darker hues – such as Julianne Moore’s cinnamon auburn hue – provide more sophisticated looks that complement her cool skin tones beautifully.
Zendaya showcased this look on her face-framing ribbons. Whatever style or shade of auburn you opt for, use only high-quality dye that provides brilliant shine and long-term gray coverage. After coloring, use color-safe shampoo and conditioner to extend its vibrant effects.
