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How to Look Younger with the Right Hair Color for Your Skin Tone

Just about everyone you see today colors their hair in one form or another, whether it's tinting, foiling, or even henna. Most of the time, it's because of the media's emphasis on youth. Every woman strives to look younger. For example, you might be flipping through a stylish magazine and suddenly compare yourself to all those lovely models who, by the way, have been subtly airbrushed and perfected in every imaginable way - including shedding a few pounds in their photos.

Today's pressure implies, 'Unless you look young, you won't get the job or the man of your dreams, nor will you feel like you're in shape.' Everyone is striving to look younger. Therefore, if we can knock a few years off our appearance with a bottle of dye, it's an easy gamble to take! So, grab a chair, have a cup of tea with me, and let's talk a little bit about hair and skin tone.

Some examples:

Let's say you have natural light brown hair with streaks of sun-bleached blonde running through it. Your age falls between 20 and 45, and your skin tone ranges from medium to light, with a tendency to freckle easily. You have brown eyes. Now, imagine you make a bold decision: you opt for a vivid copper red hair color. Suddenly, your hair transforms into this incredible, vibrant coppery hue, and you feel more attractive. Not to mention, your confidence skyrockets, and you even find yourself walking with a newfound bounce in your step!

Your personality shifts from conservative to outgoing, to the point of becoming extremely popular. Who is this remarkable woman anyway? What happened in her life? You guessed it! This is the transformative power of the right hair color and cut. Redheads seem to have an advantage over sultry brunettes and vivacious blondes.

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Here's another example: Imagine you have ash blonde hair and a pale, light skin tone. You make the bold choice to go platinum. Watch out, world! Oh, for the love of chocolate-covered strawberries and wine, here she comes! Everyone notices you as you sashay into the room, pausing at the entry before confidently strutting into the party. Your demeanor transforms from playing handball on the sidewalk to pitching a ball over a skyscraper. It's like yesterday's Harlow, Monroe, and Mansfield all rolled into today!

But let's cool our enthusiasm and slow down a bit. All of this can be ruined if your makeup isn't perfect. If you're sporting super thick black eyebrows, it just won't work unless you're Madonna or Brooke Shields. H owever, with subtle darker eyebrows and bright red lips, you're going nowhere but up! MGM is looking for you! I'll say it again: this is the transformative power of the right hair color. Blondes seem to have an advantage in getting a job over the rest of us. It doesn't seem fair, but I didn't write the rules.

Another example: You have medium-dark brown hair and that coveted olive skin. Both men and women seem to sort of drool over you. Now, imagine you find yourself in your 50s or 60s, and you're aghast at all the white in your hair. Well, 'aghast' might be putting it mildly; in reality, you're freaking out.

So, what's the solution? You decide to visit your stylist, who wisely selects a light platinum color that effortlessly covers your natural color. Suddenly, you've gone from a white-haired senior to an older blonde bombshell brimming with confidence. It's all in the choice, my friends. That's why it's imperative to do your homework and ask a lot of questions. Your skin tone versus your hair color can take years off of you.

Another example: Consider this scenario: You're a dried-out redhead with yellowing/gray streaks gracing your hair. What's the solution? You've also noticed that your freckled skin is lighter and drier than before. Given everyone's uniqueness, trying on a few wigs might be the right approach. Remember when your vibrant red hue turned heads? Now, your hair resembles the side of an old boat that's been in the sun too long.

Perhaps going a shade darker might appeal to you. A light caramel brown/blonde could work, but it all depends on the analysis from your hairdresser. Going too dark might overshadow your complexion, while going too light might blend into your skin tones. Finding something in between is key.

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Another example: You have black hair with striking silver streaks, and you feel old because everyone refers to it as 'salt and pepper.' However, 'salt and pepper' isn't necessarily offensive, even if you're a senior. In fact, having salt-and-pepper hair can be quite attractive. What kind of reactions do you receive from your friends and onlookers? If your hair is naturally wavy or curly, consider accentuating it with a new haircut and experimenting with makeup to add more color to your skin tones. As we age, our skin can become ashen.

This is the perfect opportunity for experimentation. Salt-and-pepper hair typically displays a mix of dark and silver colors. If you're thinking about coloring your hair to a blonde-brown shade, you'll end up with warm blonde and brown tones. However, avoid warm colors unless they complement your skin tone. Instead, focus on enhancing your natural features with a stylish haircut, new makeup, and clothing in complementary colors.

In the end, the decision is yours to make. If you're determined to try a different color, you can still make it work with the right makeup to match your skin tone. However, it's likely that you won't look as good as you could with a hair color that naturally complements your skin. Keep in mind, if you opt for a new color and find it doesn't suit you, your hair colorist can always correct it for you.

By Bea | Updated May 20, 2024 | ©Hairfinder.com