Shades of Autumn

What a lovely start to autumn it’s been! Slow, steady and the sun has stuck around for the most part.

The change of seasons is usually accompanied by a change in colour palette. The bright, sun-kissed colours of summer are gradually giving way to the warm, rich shades of autumn and it’s nice to reflect these transitions in our seasonal styles too. Just as we’ll change-out our summer wardrobe for our warmer wintertime collection, we can adapt our hair colour to complement our lighter skin tone during the cooler seasons.

One way to do this is to switch out the sun-kissed highlights of summer in favour of a more block-colour that gives a rich, warmth to your complexion. Here are a few more suggestions on suitable shades for this autumn….

 

Shades of blonde

The standout blonde hues for autumn are golden honey and a rich, dark blonde - both are flattering for most skin-tones. Deep golden lowlights will create a rich depth to your colour and caramel blonde tones will add a beautiful warmth and radiance. (To keep your blonde colour looking natural, opt for shades no more than two or three shades darker than your eyebrows.)

Shades of brunette

If you’re a natural brunette – it’s time to embrace your dark side! Glossy chestnut-browns and rich chocolate shades are the choice colours for brunettes this autumn. Add depth to your brunette locks with the addition a few natural looking highlights.

Shades of red

Whether strawberry blonde, auburn or fiery scarlet, you can’t go wrong with shades of red this autumn. Crimson hues bring warmth to most complexions and add some radiant spice to your style.

Seeing these beautiful shades of autumn has inspired you, yes?! Pop in and see us at our Northampton or Dunstable salons. We can help you choose a colour that best suits your skin tone and brightens your complexion.

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Autumn hair advice

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A chill is starting to intrude on our precious summer warmth, and the leaves will soon begin to float off the trees as a prelude to the impending winter. Sigh!

Before you cosy down into hibernation, we recommend tending to the dreary reality of the colder months, with a bit of hair TLC. Give your locks and your mood a bit of va va voom with our Autumn hair advice…

A boost of colour
Though the days are growing darker, consider going lighter with your hair! With a sinking sun and less time outdoors your skin tone will lighten up, so you should respond by lifting your hair colour to a lighter or warmer shade (bright and rich browns can make pale skin look super radiant). For more tips on how to find a fresh new hair colour, read our “Hair colour for your skin tone” article.

Rehydration
After dousing your hair with heat and UV rays over the past few months, there’s a good chance your locks are in need of some replenishment. The summer elements tend to cause moisture loss - leaving your hair dry, brittle and split-endy. Reclaim a moisture-rich and glossy hair condition, by having your damaged ends snipped off and re-nourish your tresses with a deep conditioning treatment or hair mask.

Scalp stimulation
Giving your head a good knead is well worth the effort! As well as facilitating the removal of build-up, it also stimulates blood circulation in the scalp - which keeps those roots active and encourages hair growth. Consider giving yourself (or conning somebody else into giving you) a scalp massage. Spread your fingertips slightly, and apply strong pressure to your scalp. Using circular and back and forth motions, massage your head - beginning at the nape of your neck. Continue up behind and above the ears, then on the top and the front of your head. Focus on moving the skin on your scalp rather than just your fingers.

Eating well
It’s easy to eat well in the warmer months with all the delicious fruits and summer salads, but the winter months tend to temp us with our favourite comfort foods! Your diet absolutely effects the state of your tresses, so you need to ensure your daily sustenance is packed with nutrient-rich foods that contain protein, zinc, iron, B vitamins and essential fatty acids. If you’d some suggestions of some yummy foods that are great for your hair, refer to our “Healthy foods for healthy hair” article.