As a creative person, musician and actress at heart, Stacey Bradshaw has experimented a lot with her hairstyles just out of curiosity: blunt and side swept bangs, layered haircut, long bob, highlights, dark toning etc. “Life is too long to be afraid of changes. Monotony is dull” is her motto. She is a freelance writer, keen reader, and just a curious person, who loves exploring new useful information on nutrition and beauty tips for keeping hair healthy and pretty.
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Got a sweet tooth for yummy hair colors? From warm and toasty hues to rich and indulgent shades, we’ve got the lowdown on the trendiest caramel-brown hair color looks that will leave you craving a hair makeover. Let’s sprinkle some sweetness into your style!
To achieve that lovely beige brunette blend on your caramel brown hair, consult your stylist. They’ll apply a beige-toned dye over your caramel base, creating a harmonious, chic look that’s perfect for a subtle yet stunning transformation.
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“Warm tones have my heart, and this lived-in brunette covers all of my favorites,” shares Melissa Maloney from Karma Salon and Spa in Syracuse, New York. She infused this delicious chocolate brown base with caramel and honey tones.
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To rock those caramel highlights with bangs, trust your stylist’s artistry. They’ll strategically place the highlights to frame your face and blend seamlessly with your brown hair, creating a harmonious and stylish ‘do.
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To achieve that radiant glow on caramel brunette locks, opt for a glossing treatment. It’ll enhance shine, depth, and dimension, making your hair appear luminous and healthy. A perfect recipe for a hair glow-up that’s sure to dazzle!
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Max Gourgues, a master hair colorist from Max Gourgues Salon in Montreal, Canada, shares his recipe for this perfect caramel bronde hair color, “Orange undertones are sure to make you noticed, while dark roots create dimension and the appearance of fullness.”
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This tousled bedhead look brings back lazy Sunday morning vibes with a cup of hot coffee for the perfect start of the day. No wonder its creator called it a “dark roast latte with a caramel drizzle”.
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Spanish colorist Carlos Ortigosa Blas took their client from brassy tones to more neutral, hazelnut caramel shade. If you are going through a major hair color transformation, consult a pro colorist for personalized advice, ensuring a balanced transition.
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Reverse balayage is a hair coloring technique that involves darkening the existing highlights or lightened sections of the hair. For a reverse caramel brown balayage, a skilled stylist will apply a caramel shade to the ends and gradually blend it upward with deeper brown tones, achieving a stunning, sun-kissed effect.
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Including caramel highlights livens up your dark base and allows so many fun styles! Use a curling wand for beachy waves or a straightener for sleekness. Play with braids, updos, or leave it down – versatility is your friend!
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If you are a fan of soft, lived-in looks, show this image to your colorist. They’ll delicately weave subtle caramel highlights into your brown hair, creating a natural, soft, and harmonious transition.
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For those stunning caramel brunette waves, like these beauties by color expert Jaye Edwards, start by curling your hair with a large-barrel curling iron. Gently tousle the curls for a relaxed vibe, allowing black hair with caramel highlights to catch the light beautifully.
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Balayage specialist Diana Vivilecchia from Toronto ViviD Salon created a harmonious blend of honey beige on brunette locks, giving the hair a beautiful touch of sweetness and depth. She described this elegant look as “dropped rooted with a peekaboo pop of bronde”.
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This caramel brown balayage for curly hair by Ethan King from Ron King Austin Hair Salon, is a feast for the eye! It enhances those lovely curls with a natural, sun-kissed effect. The freehand painting technique adds dimension and movement, making your curls pop with texture and warmth.
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If you, like this client, are frustrated with a red-copper hue of your bleached hair, consider color-correcting it to light caramel brown. Canceling out the redness is not an easy task, but a skilled colorist can help you achieve a balanced and natural-looking hue.
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With darker shades, use color-safe shampoo and conditioner, wash with cool water, and minimize heat styling to maintain the vividness of your shade. Regular touch-ups with a professional colorist also keep it looking luscious.
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Paulo Schettini, hair expert artist from Mg Hair Design in São Paulo, Brazil, shares the secret to this short caramel brown hair’s success, “In addition to the highlights, which bring more light and contour to the face, we have a beautiful short bob, which never goes out of style!”
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If you are after a warm glow, ask your colorist for a bronze-brown blend at your next hair appointment. The fusion of brown and bronze hair color adds depth, warmth, and a touch of shimmer for a gorgeous look.
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For a customized result that enhances your hair’s warmth and vibrancy, opt for a mix of warm shades. Amber and gold hues add depth and a subtle glow, giving your brown locks a spellbinding richness.
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Break your heavy highlights routine and try dimensional balayage instead! Blonde specialist Fabiola Serra from The Urban Salon in San Antonio, Texas, gives their client as a model example of the positive change, “She’ll be able to give her hair a break but also stay pretty light, yet dimensional.”
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Sometimes all you need to do to achieve a gorgeous style is to let your blonde highlights grow out! Independent artist Kara Williams from K. Louise Boutique Salon in Philadelphia created custom highlights for their client and let time do its thing.
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Caramel balayage highlights on brunette hair create a warm and beachy vibe. Together with scrunched beach waves, they bring a sunlit, relaxed charm that’s perfect for an effortlessly chic look.
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To keep your caramel brown hair color glossy and full of life, consider periodic gloss treatments or clear glossing shampoos to boost shine. Swap your regular product for a sulfate-free shampoo – they’re less drying and help retain moisture for dry or color-treated hair.
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Kirsty, the colorist of Vivo Hair Salons in Aukland, New Zealand, crafted the most delectable “caramel swirls in the brownie for an extra delicious result.” This technique creates a seamless, swirled blend of colors for a stunning result. Gorgeous choice!
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To make a caramel brown balayage pop on straight hair, consider adding subtle waves or curls with a flat iron. These textures enhance dimension and showcase the balayage’s depth and contrast, creating a fabulous look.
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If you gravitate toward a soft and natural look, caramel babylights are your style and your forte. They add delicate, sun-kissed accents that mimic the look of naturally lightened strands, resulting in a subtle, radiant charm.
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“Obsessed with the way color can completely transform someone’s entire look,” marvels Portland hairstylist Nicole from Salon Beck. These dimensional highlights blend warm caramel tones with deeper shades, enhancing the natural movement of locks.
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For a sleek look on your honey brunette tresses, apply a heat protectant, then use a flat iron for smoothness. Finish with a shine serum or spray for added luster. Stunning!
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Perfect for warm seasons, this flowing feminine hairstyle features soft caramel to deep brown tones that seamlessly merge into one stunning cascade.
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To emphasize a layered cut with subtle caramel highlights, use a texturizing spray to define the layers. The highlights will naturally catch the light, enhancing the dimensional, textured effect beautifully.
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Want that caramel brown balayage pop on your layered cut? Add loose waves or curls using a styling wand. They will showcase the balayage’s depth and dimension, giving your locks a lush look.
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What a delectable palette of caramel-brown hair colors to choose from! Whether you’re looking to add a subtle twist or go all-in with a bold transformation, these trends have something for everyone. Grab your stylist and turn your hair into a scrumptious masterpiece!
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