Strawberry Blonde Hair Color Ideas & Formulas
- In this article:
- Why Strawberry Blonde?
- Trending Strawberry Blonde Shades
- Customization for Different Skin Tones
- Tips for Achieving the Perfect Strawberry Blonde
- Maintenance and Aftercare
- Strawberry Blonde Hair Ideas
Strawberry blonde continues to be one of the most requested hair color options for clients looking for a fresh, warm, radiant look. For hairstylists aiming to expand their portfolio with trendy, dimensional shades, strawberry blonde is a truly versatile and customizable option that suits various skin tones and personal styles.
This article explores the latest trends, techniques, and tips you can use to create stunning strawberry blonde looks for your clients.
Why Strawberry Blonde?
Strawberry blonde is a beautiful blend of warm blonde and soft red or copper shades. Catering to clients seeking a shade that offers warmth and glow without being overwhelming, it provides a natural-looking finish that can range from subtle hints of pink and peach undertones to richer, more vibrant copper tones, making it highly adaptable.
Trending Strawberry Blonde Shades
Color trends are moving warmer. A customized strawberry blonde can be created for clients who are just starting to warm up or those ready to dive into rich warmth.
- Warm and Golden Tones: The traditional strawberry blonde look is a constant favorite, with its honey-like warmth and sun-kissed effect.
- Cooler Undertones: For a modern twist, strawberry blonde shades with cooler undertones like soft rose or dusty auburn offer a touch of edgy sophistication.
- Dimensional Color: Using balayage, babylights, and face-framing highlights to add depth creates movement and light reflection, enhancing the hair’s natural texture.
- Variation in Redness: From light, almost pastel peach to more reddish and copper-heavy shades, the customized red balance allows for tailored looks that match unique client personalities.
Customization for Different Skin Tones
To create the most customized look, take your client’s skin tone into consideration. An easy way to find their skin tone is by taking a white piece of paper and holding it against their face in natural light.
If your client’s skin:
- Appears pink or bluish, they have a cool undertone
- Appears, yellowish or golden, they have a warm undertone
- Doesn't change significantly, they have a neutral undertone
Once you determine their skin tone, you can choose the strawberry blonde shade that would work best.
- Cool Skin Tones: Shades with pink or dusty auburn undertones complement cool skin tones, enhancing natural features without clashing.
- Warm Skin Tones: Golden and copper variations highlight warmth in the complexion, creating a harmonious and radiant effect.
- Neutral Skin Tones: Because these tones are well-balanced, they usually look great with most colors.
Tips for Achieving the Perfect Strawberry
No matter what type of strawberry blonde you’re looking to create, Redken has the pro tips and tools to help make it happen.
- Shades EQ is perfect for customizing strawberry blonde, and the AA family is a must-have
- To create the best canvas for a strawberry blonde, you should lift to at least a level 9
- For a more iridescent strawberry blonde, the GRo family is a great add-on to your formula
-
The NB family as a root smudge gives beautiful, natural depth for strawberry blonde highlights
