Ash gray hair color

In nature, ash gray hair color is rare. Previously, most owners of such strands considered the shade expressionless and repainted in spectacular blondes or brunettes. However, in recent years, cool tones have become extremely popular. A variety of silvery-ash shades attracts the fair sex, who wants to be in trend. But before deciding on such a change in appearance, it is worth figuring out who suits this color and how you can get it.

Ash hair color is very specific and not suitable for everyone. First of all, it is worth considering the type of appearance (skin color, eyes, original color of the strands).

• In nature, gray hair is usually found in representatives color type "summer"... It is called ash-blond. As a rule, these are girls with gray-green, gray, blue or light brown eyes, fair skin. This appearance looks natural and harmonious.

• For representatives type "spring" light skin with a slight blush is characteristic. The eyes are light - green-blue, olive, hazel. The natural hair color of such people is usually also light, but with a warm undertone. In this case, the silver-ash color may not look very natural. It is better to opt for a gray-beige palette, platinum shades.

• Autumn is definitely a warm color type. These are ladies with amber, brown, green, blue eyes. The skin can be either light or dark, the hair is either dark or with a pronounced copper or golden undertone.Unfortunately, representatives of this type will not look harmonious with gray hair, especially if they have freckles.

• Contrast "Winter" manifests itself in a spectacular appearance. These are girls with expressive dark or light brown, gray, blue, blue eyes and fair skin. Such ladies can safely use the entire multifaceted palette of silver. The only thing worth considering is the difficulty of transition to ash from a dark color (black, brown). In this case, you should definitely contact a professional colorist.

So, the ashy tone of hair will look perfect on the owners of blue, gray or gray-green eyes and milky-porcelain skin. The combination of ash with brown eyes and a swarthy complexion can turn out to be interesting, but in this case it is better to choose dark shades, and also understand that the effect of a "doll" appearance can be obtained. Another nuance that should be taken into account - the cold ash tone emphasizes the existing skin imperfections. Therefore, if there is redness on the face, manifestations of rosacea, acne, scars or wrinkles, it is better to forget about the fashionable color. Girls with large or disproportionate facial features should also think about it. It is better for them to choose natural soft shades that smooth out the nuances of the appearance and make the image more attractive.

Do not forget that gray hair is associated with gray hair. If on a girl a spectacular color can look stylish, then for a middle-aged woman it can visually add several years. It should be noted that some women of mature age (60–70 years old) use the fashion trend very successfully. They do not mask natural gray hair, but give it a noble shine. If you are one of the women who are not shy about their age, you can create a very interesting look using a silver tone on the current hairstyle.

Speaking of men, it can be noted that many of them today also use the services of colorists. As a rule, in middle age, representatives of the stronger sex mask gray hair, preserving the natural hair color. But guys under 30 are often open to experimentation. Some people paint their hair in an ashy tone, wanting to create an extravagant look. For the experiment to be successful, young people should also take into account the nuances described above.

The ultra light to medium ash shades are more suitable for people with light eyes and skin. These are ash-blond, silvery blond and other colors. And also this option is ideal for ladies whose hair is already mostly gray. In this case, the difference in regrowth of the strands will not be so noticeable.

Ash stripes are great for any hairstyle. They look especially luxurious when laid in waves. Complex braids look stylish on girls. Ash is also interesting on very short hair, and on any variation of the square. Straight, loose hair, which has one gray color along its entire length, can look a little rustic, but complex dyeing options can make any image effective.

Getting an ashy hue with a dye is not easy. It is especially difficult to achieve the desired result at home. Only if you have naturally light brown hair, you can slightly change its tone with a tint shampoo or add expressive color with paint. If your natural color is far from gray, you will not be able to do without a preliminary bleaching procedure. This is especially true for people with dark hair.

Attempting to dye straight away, such as brown hair, may not give the desired effect. The fact is that the natural yellow pigment will mix with the ash. In the best case, you will get a light brown color with a golden sheen. In the worst case, you can become the owner of an unsightly yellowish or even greenish hair.

You can reduce the negative effect of dyeing on the strands by choosing one of the modern methods of partial dyeing. Shatush, ombre, balayazh and other techniques do not involve the treatment of all hair. The cost of such a procedure is more expensive than the usual paint application, but the effect is more interesting. Especially it is worth thinking about partial coloring for brunettes. A smooth transition from dark hair to silver in the case of brown eyes and dark skin will look very harmonious. In this case, the girl will be able to afford even light shades of silver. In addition, root regrowth will be less noticeable, making it easy to maintain a neat appearance.

Hair dyed in any ashy shade need the following care:

• for cleansing, use only professional shampoos and balms specially designed for cold shades; they prevent pigment loss;
• despite the fact that after dyeing, the strands need moisture and nutrition, it is better to refuse homemade masks and oils, since they wash out the color;
• rinsing hair with chamomile infusion is also prohibited, which can give the strands an unwanted golden tone;
• professional masks for colored hair are acceptable;
• if you use a hairdryer, iron or tongs, be sure to treat your hair with heat protection products;
• between stains, a cold tone can be maintained with the help of a tint balm, but before buying the product, you must definitely consult with the master;
• The ash pigment is destroyed by ultraviolet radiation, so in the summer it is important to use products with UV filters.

For information on how to dye your hair ash gray, see the next video.