(+74 photos) Ash brown hair color

Everyone knows what brown hair looks like. 👩🏻 This is a fairly common shade, which is often endowed by nature itself. 🌿 For this reason, it is rarely chosen: everyone wants unique tones and subtones. ✨ One of them is ash brown, because it is almost impossible to meet it in its pure form.

Peculiarities

To choose the right shade of hair, you need to decide what suits you and what will not look very advantageous, it all depends on the color of the skin and eyes of their owner. Many people think that ash brown hair color can visually add a certain number of years.

However, experience shows that this is not entirely true. The peculiarity of this color is that it suits many women, as it simultaneously combines shades of cold and warm tones. Not everyone will be able to achieve one hundred percent transfer of this particular color: the ash-brown shade “plays” in different ways on different shades of hair.

This hair color gives the fair sex uniqueness and special charm.

Experts attribute this shade to the "brown-haired" category. It contains a gray tone, which excludes the appearance of "yellowness" after staining. This color should not be confused with an ashy dark blond shade, which results in a "paler" result. Ash brown is ideal for brown-haired women - there is no need to first "prepare" the hair to the expected shade, bleaching or dyeing it.

If blondes decide on radical changes, then stylists recommend that they try to do highlighting, which will look very impressive with a fashionable haircut: cascading, asymmetric, with fashionable, torn bangs.

Varieties of tones

Depending on the client's wishes, a professional stylist can achieve many varieties of ash brown tones.

Young ladies and fashionistas of a more respectable age are very fond of the light ash shade, which gives them romanticism and mystery. If the client has a fair-haired or lighter shade of hair, then the effect can be achieved without difficulty. A light brown shade with an unusual shimmer will become the color of admiration and originality.

Trendy shades of brown are a trend in today's beauty industry. Among them, violet-brown rightfully occupies a leadership position, it is not for nothing that world celebrities are fond of it. This is, in principle, quite a defiant shade, but the owners of fair skin can safely “wear” it for a long time.

The dark brown shade of hair “offers” the girls a lot of options: chocolate, capable of “rejuvenating” their owner, cognac - the dream of all green-eyed beauties, golden brown, giving romanticism to any beauty.

Chestnut in all shades is a noble decoration of any lovely female head, but here you need to observe conventions: a cold shade should frame only light skin, the paler it is, the more “calm” the color is chosen.

Many girls want to achieve a shade of ash blonde, believing that this is a derivative of the ash brown color. This is not entirely true, but the ash in this version gives the hair an unforgettable shade.

What is the ash brown shade and who does it suit?

Ash brown hair color belongs to the "brown-haired" group. Due to the content of gray tone, there is not a hint of yellowness or bronze in it, and therefore it is cold. Often this range is confused with ashy dark blond. But there is still a difference between them: the first option is noticeably richer, the second is associated with a mouse tint.

For whom is such an unusual tone designed and for whom is it ideal? Of course, brown-haired women will not have to additionally prepare the strands, which means that the structure of the rods will not undergo major changes, and the color will lie much smoother.

Blondes are also suitable, but if they do not want to radically transform, image stylists advise to make contrasting / soft coloring or highlighting. Such coloring will look especially advantageous on cascading haircuts of medium length, asymmetric hairstyles and short curls with torn oblique bangs.

If the brown-ash and black-ash hair outwardly resemble each other (the difference is 1-2 tones), then this shade is also suitable for brunettes. They are also allowed to dye the curls indiscriminately in one color scheme or make Californian / Venetian highlights, resort to the balayazh, amber technique (the ombre coloring technique is described in this instruction).

At the same time, the listed techniques are guaranteed to emphasize the beauty of the hairstyles of girls with long strands and add filigree to short haircuts. As for persons with red hair, this tone does not suit them unambiguously.

Since ash brown belongs to the cold range, do not forget about the color type of appearance when choosing it. Summer flavor is considered the most suitable option. Owners of gray / faded blue eyes, delicate porcelain or olive skin, it does not just suit: it seems to revive the image, makes it more interesting, more mysterious, while not violating the naturalness.

For girls of the winter type, cold brown will certainly suit if you choose not too light colors. For example, you can dwell on a variant similar to dark ash-blond, but with a deeper expression. Representatives of the spring type need to be repainted in such shades with caution: the fight between heat and cold can negatively affect the appearance.

It is better in this case to resort to the zonal highlighting technique or to try on the shatush style, where the transition from one color to another is so smooth that the image as a whole looks quite natural.

If the desire to dye monotonously in ash brown is stronger than any color rules, then the image makers strongly advise to reconsider the palette and accents when creating a make-up.

About the last type - autumn - we can only say one thing: the color with silver does not suit it, because this image is the warmest and certainly requires golden notes. Otherwise, even banal ash highlights will muffle the natural brightness and contribute to a tired, painful look. And hair with redheads does not lend itself well to dyeing in a radically different shade.

We select by color type

Since the ash brown color belongs to the cold range, it is worth considering the original base or color type of the girl.

• The most suitable option is summer type of appearance. It is almost prescribed for the happy owners of faded or gray-blue eyes with olive or delicate porcelain skin! Indeed, with such coloring, their image is revived, it becomes more interesting, more mysterious. This shade does not go against their natural data, it only ennobles the appearance of the girls.
• A cool shade of brown will certainly suit girls. winter type. The only rule of thumb here is to avoid light ash brown hair dye. It is better to dwell on a variant close to dark ash-blonde, but with a deeper expression.

• Carefully it is worth repainting in the shade in question for the fair sex with spring color type - the struggle between warm and cold shades can negatively affect the appearance of a girl. The technique of zonal highlighting or the style of shatush with a smooth transition from one color to another will allow the image to look natural and harmonious. If the desire to repaint in a solid color is unshakable, stylists recommend that girls with a spring type reconsider the palette and accents in creating makeup.
• Concerning autumn type of appearance - it is contraindicated for him to use hair dye with an ashy brown tint for coloring. It is known that girls with this color type are distinguished by the warmest gamut interspersed with golden notes. The silver tint is inappropriate here. Even ashy highlighting will contribute to the sickly and tired look of the girl. In addition, redhead hair is difficult to dye into a radically different undertone.

What are the tones of cold brown? For dyeing in one color scheme, highlighting, coloring hair, the ash range is presented in a fairly wide range. Let's dwell on the most popular shades in more detail, according to reviews of hair dye with an ash brown tint.

How to achieve an ash brown hair color on your own?

Of course, a beautiful coloring can be obtained in a beauty salon: the master will select an ash brown hair dye in accordance with your color type and hair structure. Self-staining is not entirely desirable, but with a strong desire, it can be done at home. But there is no guarantee of success here.

So, especially for those who are constrained in time or money, the following is a step-by-step implementation of staining at home.

The algorithm of actions is as follows:

1. we prepare gloves, a comb-comb, a brush, a lightening agent (in the case of dark hair) and, in fact, a hair dye of ash brown color (photos and examples of shades can be found in the article);
2. we bleach the curls by applying the product to unwashed strands;
3. dilute the pigment in accordance with the instructions in the instructions;
4. we quickly apply it (it is better to call one of our friends or relatives for this case) with precise movements: we start with parting, the back of the head, and so on until the entire canvas is filled;
5. then we put on a cap (it helps to create a greenhouse effect that prevents the release of free oxygen);
6. we maintain the mixture for the required amount of time (see the product packaging);
7. we carry out emulsification by applying a little water to the strands and gently massaging them;
8. wash off the composition, treat the hair with a neutralizing balm.

It's okay if the result doesn't work out like in the photo. Ash brown hair dye will perfectly complement the tinted shampoo. It will help maintain the desired tone without harming the hair.

What paints have proven themselves the best?

So what dyes should you use to achieve your desired hair color?

Before you start choosing a shade, it is worth understanding one important thing - some brands give other names to ash brown. They resort to renaming the shades for a beautiful sound. Therefore, when choosing one or another paint, be guided by the before and after photos shown on the package.

In accordance with the recommendations of hairdressers, it is best to purchase the following dyes:

• paint from Estelle ESSEX 5/71 - brown ice (or light brown-haired);
• paint "Estelle" DE LUXE 7/71 - ash brown hair with light brown undertone;
• paint "Estelle" ESSEX 6/71 - pearlescent brown;
• paint from "Loreal" CASTING CREME GLOSS 613 - frosty glaze;
• paint Indola Profession 5/31 - light brown with ash;
• Indola Profession 4/1 paint - medium brown with ash.

You can also choose paints from any other manufacturers with a shade of "frosty chocolate", "cold chestnut". Avoid budget options! Recovering from a bad dye can be expensive!

Further care

It is not so easy to constantly maintain this cold, one might say marbled color on your hair. He is capricious and constantly strives to turn from cold brown to faded, incomprehensible with a yellow tint. To avoid this, use an ash pigmented shampoo every two weeks. Also, do not forget to nourish your hair with masks and care for them with oils and balms.

After all, the less porous and split your curls are, the denser any paint will sit on them, including ash brown.

Complex staining

Often, ashy brown shades act as a connecting link. They are used in dyeing techniques such as ombre or balayage and are great to set off dark hair. If your hair is black and you want to get rid of it, then there is no better option than such coloring. Your ends or selected strands will be lightened to a light brown with an ash tint. The image will become fresher, lighter and younger.

Over time, the procedure can be repeated, and as a result, the whole head will become light, and you do not have a single black strand. An excellent option not only for those who want to say goodbye to dark hair color, but also for those who want to update their look a little.

Who is it for?

Perfect silver or ash is the prerogative of girls with perfect skin whiteness. But ash brown makes it possible to demonstrate their bright individuality to many beauties both under 20 and after 40 years. In the first case, such coloring will impeccably emphasize the youth and independence of the fair sex, and in the latter, it will make the lady much younger visually.

Experts call this shade "a color with character."

However, it won't look good if you have the following features:

• moles, pimples or any other skin imperfections;
• a lot of freckles;
• oily skin;
• visible wrinkles;
• you are a girl of the "autumn" type - with such an appearance you need a "golden" note in the image, and the ashy one will make them expressionless;
• The “spring” type of women should also avoid a cardinal shade: they can be allowed ash-brown in the form of colored strands, since if it becomes the main one, the “highlight” of the image may disappear;
• if your permanent color is blonde and 180 degrees will change your look, be prepared.

The color will ideally "look" on girls with perfectly white and olive skin, owners of blue or gray eyes. If your appearance has a "cold" shade, then ash brown is your best choice.

Experts consider its average shade to be "cold brown-haired" - it is brown with an unusual pearlescent tint. It will work in combination with other shades.

Such an unusual shade will attract attention both on long curls and on medium-length haircuts, and short hair of this color will not leave anyone indifferent. And that's whether your hair is wavy or straight. A universal shade that copes well with regrown gray hair by drastic shading.

Important! Girls with brown hair do not have to worry about the final result of dyeing at all - the whole range of ash brown shades will look great on their hair.

How to choose a coloring agent?

Any specialist will tell you that the ash brown shade of hair has many shades: from light blond and golden ash to honey nougat. Dyeing is best done by professionals who can give you good advice both in dyeing and in subsequent hair care.

If you nevertheless decide on an independent procedure, then you should use with the following recommendations:

• you should not be led by a bright advertising picture on the box of the coloring matter, it is better to use brands that have long-proven themselves;
• a professional manufacturer will definitely place a table of tones on the packaging, which will indicate to the user the real result of staining;
• it is necessary to understand the marking of paint that has three positions:

1. the depth of the main color: when an ash brown hue is reached, the numbers 2, 3, 4 should be there;
2. required color tone - number 2 is required to obtain ash pigment;
3. the presence of an additional shade - number 1.

So, it is worth considering the coloring agents that are recommended for coloring in an ash brown shade.

• Garnier - This is a fairly well-known paint from a Polish manufacturer, which is considered the most gentle among analogues due to the small amount of ammonia or its complete absence. Garnier gives hair a rich, vibrant color, it has a pleasant scent and is easy to apply. The composition of the substance includes microparticles of mother-of-pearl and emollient oils.

• Estel. The coloring matter of the Russian manufacturer is a whole palette of colors that allow you to enjoy various shades of ashy color: about 20 shades in total. Paints are produced both on the basis of ammonia and in its complete absence. The packaging is very economical - enough for dyeing long hair.
• The bestseller and the most popular among users is the not very cheap paint from the professional series Loreal Paris. Its advantages are persistence and richness. The color will delight you for two months. It contains keratins that strengthen hair, UV filters and vitamin E.
• Palette - inexpensive, easy-to-use paint, the volume is sufficient for dyeing long hair, it paints gray hair well. The composition of the paint contains the necessary keratin and panthenol, caring oils, but the end result can sometimes surprise the owner of the hair.

• Igora will allow those who wish to get the desired result in just one staining procedure. Main characteristics: very long-lasting color, ideal distribution of the necessary pigment over the entire hair length, gentle effect on the structure of the hairline. B-2 "Ash Brown" is ideal for obtaining the required color.

Coloring recommendations

Of course, the entire coloring procedure will take place without complications in a beauty salon with a professional hairdresser. Otherwise, it is better to use the following information, To obtain desired result:

1. the planned color should suit you;
2. if most of your hair is gray, then the desired shade will turn out to be much lighter than expected;
3. carefully paint the roots and ends of the hair so that the result does not "differ" visually;
4. the paint should not be applied to very dirty hair, it is advisable to wash it the day before the dyeing procedure;
5. it is advisable to have a haircut before the procedure, and experts also recommend making several moisturizing masks;
6. it is not recommended to use hair conditioner for 2-3 days before dyeing;
7. strictly follow the instructions in the paint package.

How to care for strands after the procedure?

Remember that the resulting shade is quite capricious, so the following must be observed precautionary measuresto "carry" it for a long time:

• after the staining procedure, avoid diving or swimming in chlorinated water, it is advisable not to be in direct sunlight for a long time;
• it is advisable to wash your hair in the future exclusively with shampoos for toning, better for cold shades;
• to strengthen the result obtained, experts recommend carrying out the lamination procedure;
• highlighting or toning procedures are more gentle for your hair than complete coloring;
• with the subsequent styling of dyed hair, be sure to treat the strands with thermal protective agents;
• the masks that you will subsequently use should not include the components of chamomile, honey and cinnamon.

How to get ash brown hair color: step by step technique

Any ashy shade requires some theoretical knowledge and effort: to get a pure color, you need to take into account quite a few factors. For example, fair-haired girls, when dyed in ash-brown, have a risk of “going yellow,” and owners of dark skin, choosing the wrong tone, may look defiant and vulgar.

Experts strongly recommend going to a beauty salon for a new hair color, or at least consulting a professional stylist before dyeing yourself.

The main thing to remember if you are dyeing your hair ash brown:

• Owners of brown and other dark hair will have to lighten the hair by at least 3 tones to get an ash tint before dyeing.
• If there are overgrown roots that are much darker than the bulk of the hair, pre-lighten them with 3% oxygenating agent.
• To prevent your blond hair color from showing up after dyeing with yellow tints, use purple pigments.

The staining technique itself is not much different from staining in other shades.

1. Divide the entire mass of hair into sectors. It is most convenient to do this by dividing the hair with two partings: horizontal from ear to ear and vertical in the middle.
2. Put on your gloves and start: apply paint in sectors, working from roots to ends.
3. At the specified interval, rinse the dye and dry your hair with a hairdryer or naturally.

Conclusion

We examined in detail what brown-ash shades exist, what numbers indicate them in palettes and how to correctly select them, based on the characteristics of your own appearance. This color is really versatile, it favorably emphasizes both cold and warm color types. Its only drawback is the difficulty of obtaining. It is almost impossible to achieve such a result at home, so you have to go to the masters.