How to Choose the Right Hair Colour for Your Skin Tone

How to Choose the Right Hair Colour for Your Skin Tone

Choosing the right hair colour can feel overwhelming with so many options available. At Fergal Doyle Hair in Bristol, this is one of the most common conversations we have with new clients. The good news is that there is a science and art to matching hair colour to your skin tone – and once you understand the basics, making the right choice becomes much easier.

Understanding Your Skin Undertone

Before choosing a hair colour, it helps to understand your skin's undertone. Most people fall into one of three categories: warm undertones (golden, peachy or yellow tones), cool undertones (pink, red or bluish tones), or neutral undertones (a mix of both). A simple way to identify your undertone is to look at the veins on your inner wrist – blue or purple veins suggest cool undertones, green veins suggest warm undertones.

Best Hair Colours for Warm Skin Tones

If you have warm undertones, you will generally suit warm hair colours beautifully. Think golden blondes, caramel balayage, honey highlights, copper, auburn and rich brunette tones with warm golden or red undertones. These shades complement the warmth in your complexion and create a harmonious, glowing overall look.

Best Hair Colours for Cool Skin Tones

Cool skin tones tend to look stunning with ashy, cool-toned hair colours. Platinum blonde, ash blonde, cool brunette, chocolate brown, and berry or violet tones all complement cool undertones beautifully. Avoiding overly warm or brassy tones will keep your complexion looking fresh and bright.

Neutral Skin Tones Have the Most Flexibility

If you have neutral undertones, you are fortunate – most hair colours will suit you. You can lean warm or cool depending on your personal preference and the season. Neutral blondes, dimensional brunettes and versatile balayage techniques all look fantastic on neutral skin tones.

Book a Colour Consultation in Bristol

The best way to choose your perfect hair colour is to book a consultation with one of our expert colourists at Fergal Doyle Hair. We will assess your skin tone, eye colour, lifestyle and hair history to recommend the most flattering colour for you. Book online, call 0117 244 3165 or email hello@fergaldoylehair.com.