As summer approaches and lighter hairstyles abound, the crew at Deseo Salon and BlowDry wants to take a moment to celebrate dark-haired beauties! Whether you’re a natural brunette or considering going dark for the first time, here’s to the trendy rebels who dare to embrace their dark side. Check out these five tips for styling trendy dark hair and keeping brunette tones shiny and healthy for a long Colorado summer.
1. Add a Warm Glow to Brown or Black Tones
Dark hair can sometimes feel dull and faded, especially with sun damage stripping away the natural shine. Going dark doesn’t mean you need to forgo the bright, glowing radiance of your summer hair dreams.
Capture the light with a gloss and toner treatment! This luxury hair treatment works to naturally strengthen the cuticle and create a smooth, reflective surface. It’s a great way to repair overexposure to sunlight, chlorine, and general damage and frizz. For brunette beauties, the result is a deep conditioned softness that looks absolutely radiant at any time of the year.
2. Delve into Dimension
One of the challenges of managing brunette hair is creating dimension. Bringing out different shades and textures can make even single tone hues pop. Give it a try by playing with style and cuts!
A-line bobs or lobs are perfect for achieving an edgy look with pure black or deep chocolate hair. Alternatively, soft curls bring effortless volume to warm brown tones. Looking for a quick gym style? A half-up bun paired with post-workout waves is a great way to stay chic while hitting the treadmill.
Be sure to have a secret weapon stashed in your yoga bag for days when your hair needs revitalizing. Oribe’s Gold Lust Dry Shampoo is a luxurious hair treat that’s perfect for restoring worn-out locks.
3. Highlights: Not Just for Blondes
If you’re looking to stay dark, but want to liven up your color, highlights are a sophisticated option for adding depth to brunette hair.
Sombre hair was made for rich velvet tresses. This trendy dark hair color is a softer, more subtle take on a traditional ombre. Unlike the distinctive root line of an ombre, this muted highlight embraces your naturally dark roots for an easy-to-maintain color that fades effortlessly. The key to the perfect sombre is weaving in colors that are a few shades darker and a few shades lighter than your natural hair. Layers bring this style to life and create less of an abrupt contrast from roots to ends
Add this trend to your low-maintenance summer hairstyle list for amazing volume and color!
4. Fashion and Hair Are BFFs
Brunettes have the power to make any color look fabulous! From sleek black and white staples for the daily 9 to 5 to bright pops of a color for a weekend out, dressing for your hair color is the best way to bring attention to your flawless style.
Don’t be afraid to go bold. Jewel tones look great alongside brown or black hair, and these colors include dazzling red, turquoise, and magenta. Also, a little black dress is always a hit. Just as pure white can give blonde hair a dramatic flair, solid black creates an edgy, mysterious aesthetic on brunettes. If you’re feeling too monochrome, then add in some color pop earrings and statement pieces to accessorize your look.
5. Treat Your Trendy Dark Hair Right
Just because you’re a fan of the dark side doesn’t mean you shouldn’t treat your hair to the goodness of nourishing shampoo, conditioner, and serum. But choosing the right products for your hair color can be a challenge. Kérastase is a great option for a variety of hair types, and their products work especially well on brunette tones.
A few must-haves include the Fondant Fluidealiste for deep conditioning and smoothing, reshapable styling creme for endless trendy looks, and Bain Chromatique Riche for protecting fresh brunette color.
Book an appointment for trendy dark hair to start on your new color or style journey. If you’re looking for more great summer hair tips for our Denver beauty gurus, then check out these essential rules for protecting your hair from sun damage.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I make my dark hair look less dull and more vibrant?
A gloss and toner treatment is an excellent way to add radiance to dark or brunette hair. It strengthens the hair cuticle, creates a smooth reflective surface, and provides deep conditioning. It’s particularly effective for repairing sun damage, chlorine exposure, and general frizz, leaving brown or black hair with a rich, luminous glow.
How do I add dimension to brunette or black hair?
Creating dimension in dark hair involves a mix of cuts and color. A-line bobs or lobs highlight the depth and richness of pure black or dark chocolate tones, while soft curls add effortless volume to warm brown hair. For color dimension, sombre (a subtler, more blended take on ombre) weaves in shades a few tones lighter and darker than your base to create movement and contrast without a harsh line of demarcation.
What is sombre hair and how is it different from ombre?
Sombre is a softer, more subtle version of ombre that blends more gently from the roots to the ends. Unlike traditional ombre, which creates a more distinct line between the dark roots and lighter ends, sombre embraces the natural dark roots and uses muted highlights for an easy-to-maintain color that fades effortlessly. It’s an ideal low-maintenance option for brunettes wanting a touch of dimension.
What colors look best when worn with dark hair?
Dark hair is incredibly versatile with clothing and accessories. Jewel tones, including dazzling red, turquoise, and magenta, look especially stunning against brown or black hair. A classic little black dress creates an edgy, mysterious aesthetic, while pure white creates a bold contrast. If an outfit feels too monochrome, pop earrings or colorful statement accessories add the right balance.
What products should I use to care for dark or brunette hair?
For brunettes, Kérastase offers an excellent product range suited to dark tones. Key recommendations include Fondant Fluidealiste for deep conditioning and smoothing, a reshapable styling creme for versatile styling, and Bain Chromatique Riche for protecting fresh brunette color. Oribe’s Gold Lust Dry Shampoo is also a great pick for refreshing and revitalizing locks between washes.
Can brunettes and dark-haired people get highlights?
Absolutely, highlights aren’t just for blondes. Sombre highlights, strategically placed balayage, or subtle dimensional color can all add life and depth to dark hair without a dramatic change. The key is working with a professional colorist who can weave in tones that complement your natural dark base and create a smooth, natural-looking result.