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From Dark Brown to Red Hair
Q: I have very dark, brown hair, and I want red hair. Is this possible? Thanks!
A: Of course it is possible. However you need to be sure that you are realistic with your hair goals so as to prevent damaging your hair
overmuch in the process of achieving the color you desire. The basic steps involved will likely be first lightening the hair to the
desired level and then applying the desired color.
How much lightening is needed will depend on the color you want to achieve. If you want to lift your
hair color to, say, a level 5 auburn, you will need to make sure that you lighten the hair to at least a level 6 so that your get an
accurate color when you apply the actual pigment.
Before you decide to make this step, I do want to recommend that you become well informed about your
options and the processes involved in coloring the hair. We have several articles on haircoloring that can help you understand what’s
involved in the coloring process.
You also need to be sure that you would look good with a red color. If your natural color is a warm
tone (with a red or orange base color), you should probably be fine, but make sure you are certain of the choice before you try it.
When making dramatic color changes, especially combining lifting the natural color with adding a
new color tone, I always recommend seeking a professional’s services. Your salon professional will have access to color swatches of
hair that you can hold against your skin to visually confirm that the color you want will suit your skin tone.
The professional can also best analyze your hair’s current condition to determine if your hair will
withstand the processes involved and can suggest alternatives and advise you on the safest way to get the results you want (or at least,
results with which you can be happy).
You can find our articles on haircolor by
clicking here.
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