Auburn Hair Color
How About Trying Reds!
Is Auburn hair color alluring you? Yes… it's in trend and is rocking…
Even Drew Barrymore the queen of reds, is all done with her straying around for a while wearing platinum blondes to caramels. And is back home with her trademark auburn locks.
Besides… it offers a new and exclusively red opportunity for you. So, no wonder if you think better off red!
This page may help you with the basics and why you should or should not try auburn hair color!
Please read on to get in sync with the nitty-gritty of this vivid hair color.
And if you ask me to summarize it all, then let me say that…
Reds are tricky and hard to stay… And you need to make sure that your new color will not clash with the underlying tone of your virgin hair color.
And that's equally true for a no mess peaceful coloring with any color, not just reds.
Having said that, let's have a look at what auburn hair color actually is… and what shades of it are the best match for you.
What Color Is Auburn?
If you go by the definition then auburn hair color is a reddish brown color.
It might interest you to note that Auburn forms kin along with the traditional burgundy, maroon and chestnut.
The reason is that all of them descend from the same family of colors.
But for more savvy home colorists out there like you and for the color pros, there is a world of difference here.
Typical auburn has a more brownish tint in it and burgundy, maroon and chestnut hair dyes have more reddish tint in them.
What Are the Different Shades of Auburn Hair Color?
Hair wise auburn itself can be divided into four main shades.
- Medium reddish blonde (a.k.a. Honey Berry)
- Light auburn (a.k.a. Ginger)
- Medium auburn (a.k.a. Auburn Flash)
- Dark auburn (a.k.a. Cinnamon Red)
Now that you know what auburn hair color actually is… let's move on to see what shade of auburn suits you best.
An auburn red color is going to do great if you have brown undertones.
Do you spend a lot of time outdoors? Well… then a dark auburn red is recommended for you.
Because your hair normally has brown undertones either of these two colors would look great. They have brown color pigments that keep them from turning your hair orange.
So, how could you get to get that perfect shade of auburn hair color, you aspire? Pondering over the tidbits mentioned below may help!
Nip Those Hair Color Problems in the Bud
Successful color outcome often means choosing a color that is in sync with the underlying tone of your natural hair color.
This is exactly where so many people who color their own hair have problems. They think that auburn or whatever shade they see on the box is the color they will get.
(Despite the fact that it includes "If your hair is this color, this is the color you will have after using this product." photo on the side of the box.)
Ever wonder why they tell you not to use this particular color on your hair if it is darker/lighter normally? Because they know you are going to end up badly, if you did.
Well… now if you insist on dyeing your own hair, let me advise you to…
- Do some research and find out why you haven't had the best luck in the past. Go through the hair coloring tips to help you find out!
- Study hair color chemistry to learn what colors can be mixed or what intensity of a color is needed for the look you want to achieve.
Now I know that's a bit of work but unfortunately there's no magic formula out there for dyeing that can be applied for everybody!
Coloring Auburn Is Confusing - Maybe You Need Help
Since auburn is a form of red, you should know reds are a tricky color to try especially so, if you have never colored your hair before. Why? Because… the underlying pigments of your natural hair color vary.
- If you have dark hair the pigments are an orange/red tone. If your hair is light, the pigments are yellow. This is what causes the color you loved on the box, to look like a disaster on your hair.
- Different skin tones are another thing to consider when choosing the right shade of auburn. A light auburn red would look great on you if you have fair skin while a dark auburn red will wash out your features and is not a good look for your skin tone.
So… if you are confused by the many shades of auburn and feel that you should not choose one, you will do better to let a professional help with your hair color choice.
They have gone to school and studied the colors and know what the different colors can do to your hair. They will tell you if the shade of auburn hair color you want is possible with your natural hair color.
Keep Your Shade of Auburn Once You Find It!
Red hair color has smaller color molecules than the others. This means they will enter the shaft of hair much faster than brown or blonde. This is another reason why reds are harder to judge than other colors.
On the other hand, they also leave the hair just as quickly when you shampoo.
That is why you can end up with a drained color instead of that fabulous reddish brown that started out.
Using a pigmented shampoo can help to redistribute the molecules every time you wash your hair.
If you are not sure what shade of auburn you need, then another good idea is to make use of the virtual hair style programs. They are available at several sites and you can see what you will look like with this color. It's a "try on your hair before you choose to become a redhead" benefit that might save your hair from becoming a testing site.
If you love it; go ahead! If not, try another color until you find the right one. Remember, just because a color looks terrific on your best friend doesn't mean it is right for you.
Auburn Conclusions:
Choosing a different and trendy hair color can be fun - it's almost like becoming someone new. However, choosing the right color can make a difference between looking great and looking like someone who definitely did not know what they were doing.
Changed your mind? Well then, look up for something else in our hair coloring section
Do not forget to share your experiences or story of coloring auburn here. Good or bad share it and get kudos from "wannabe auburns" or feedback from others who might know something more than you and me do!
I wish you all the best and hope you end up with the most terrific shade of auburn hair color.
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