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Let us guess \u2014 you asked yourself, \u201cWhat color should I dye my hair?\u201d and were hoping that Google would bring you the answer? However, your ideal hair color<\/a> isn\u2019t that easy to find. You have to consider a lot of factors, like how much maintenance you\u2019re willing to put up with and how long you want your hair color to last.<\/p>\n

You also have to consider what colors flatter you the most. Features like your skin undertones and your natural hair color affect this decision. But let\u2019s get one thing straight \u2014 having a certain hair color, texture, or skin tone shouldn\u2019t limit your new hair color. However, these factors can help you find dyes and shades that work best with your hair.<\/p>\n

The nuances of finding the right hair color can be confusing. That\u2019s why we put together this quick quiz to help you find your ideal hair color. We also included a guide and some hair color inspiration<\/a> so you can understand everything you need to know about dyeing your hair.<\/p>\n

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What should I know before I decide on a hair color?<\/h2>\n

Whether you\u2019re booking an appointment<\/a> with a hair colorist or you\u2019re planning to color your hair at home<\/a>, you should take all of the same factors into consideration. Figure out these details about yourself before you even think about picking a new hair color.<\/p>\n

Hair texture<\/h3>\n

Your hair texture can determine how well your hair can take in color. In this case, we\u2019re speaking beyond your curl pattern. Your hair\u2019s porosity<\/a> and thickness can also determine how well your hair can take in color. Thicker hair generally takes longer to dye. Porosity, on the other hand, refers to how well your hair absorbs and retains moisture.<\/p>\n

For example, high porosity hair can quickly absorb moisture but isn\u2019t great at retaining it. This means hair color can fade quickly and end up looking uneven if it\u2019s not properly applied.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s where it pays off to see a hair colorist or to at least go in for a consultation. They can take a look at your hair and walk you through the steps to get to your desired color.<\/p>\n

Hair health<\/h3>\n

In addition to your hair type, the level of damage, past hair coloring, and past chemical processing also impact your potential colors. Damaged hair is more at risk to get damaged after coloring, especially if you aren\u2019t great with maintenance.<\/p>\n

Previous processing and coloring can also impact your hair\u2019s ability to take in color. And yes, that box dye job you did in college counts. Be prepared to share your hair history with your colorist so they can make the best recommendation for you.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re concerned about your hair health, you can ask for a strand test<\/a> to double-check your hair\u2019s strength. Strand tests can also help you see what the final result will look like, if you\u2019re allergic to the dye, and if you need to make any adjustments.<\/p>\n

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Current and natural hair color<\/h3>\n

Your current hair color dictates what shades are achievable for your next hair color. If you\u2019re starting with jet black hair, you won\u2019t get to platinum blonde hair in one sitting. You\u2019ll need to gradually work your way to that hair color to get it right without damaging your hair in the process.<\/p>\n

Your childhood hair color can also help you decide what colors look natural on you. Your hair color as a kid is normally the richest since it still has lots of collagen and other proteins. If you\u2019re most interested in dyeing your hair a natural color, dig up some old photos to get some childhood inspiration.<\/p>\n

Skin tone<\/h3>\n

Your skin tone and undertone can help you decide what shade to choose. We\u2019ll cover in the next section how both skin tone and undertones dictate your most complementary colors.<\/p>\n

There are many skin tones<\/a> out there with many ways to categorize them. For this guide, we\u2019ll focus on these general categories: light, medium, and deep.<\/p>\n