Ash brown hair color. Photo, who suits, how to get paint

Hair dyes have become a brand of recent years ash chestnut shade... It helps to hide some of the flaws in appearance. There are several options for a similar color for both light and dark curls, and the photo will help you make the right choice.

Features of the shade

Ash chestnut is called cold shades of brown, which can be either light or dark. Such tones have become a brand in recent years, because they look refined and elegant, and at the same time soften facial features, hide imperfections in appearance and skin defects.

The cold ash-chestnut color suits the owners of the "Winter" and "Summer" color types. These tones go well with pale, alabaster skin, as well as gray, blue and brown eyes. But it is worth remembering that such colors age a little, so they should not be chosen by women of age.

Often used

Ash brown hair color has many different shades, and the following tones are considered the most popular:

• Smoky blond. Combines with any color type of appearance.
• Medium ash chestnut. This tone looks as natural as possible.
• Light ash chestnut. Suitable for blondes who want to darken the color of their curls, but without drastic changes.
• Dark ash chestnut. A versatile color that suits women with both cold and warm colors.

Ash chestnut looks impressive on its own. But it is even better to combine this color with fashionable dyeing techniques such as balayage, ombre, highlighting. Thanks to them, you can create an unusual and elegant hairstyle that will be appropriate both in everyday life and in an office look.

Recommendations for choosing paint

The ash-chestnut shade is in the palettes of many famous brands that produce hair dye. Such funds differ in both price and durability, as well as the effect on the structure of the strands.

For those who protect the health of curls, it is better to choose a paint without ammonia. The result from them is washed off quickly, in 4-5 weeks, but the hair after the dyeing procedure does not dry out, does not become brittle and dull.

Wella

Ash brown hair color can be obtained using such paints of this brand:

Londa

Photos prove how natural and attractive colored hair looks. In the Londa Professional collection there are several ash chestnut paints.

These are numbers: 4/71, 5/71, 6/71, 7/71 (from darker to lighter). The products of this brand contain ammonia, so that the effect of coloring lasts up to 3 months, but because of this substance, they slightly dry out the hair.

Lipids, keratin and wax help to minimize damage, which protect and nourish the curls during the procedure. The paint completely covers the gray hair, gives the strands softness, silkiness and intense shine. The cost of packaging the drug reaches 350 rubles.

L`oreal

In the collection of this brand there are many colors that give the hair an ash-brown shade.

Moreover, there are such funds in almost every line from L`oreal:

Garnier

Light and dark shades of ash brown hair color are presented in several lines from this brand:

Kapous

Ash brown hair color, a photo of which is presented in the material, can be obtained with the following products from the Kapous brand:

• 1 "Light brown ash".
• 1 "Dark blond".
• 1 "Ash blonde".
• 1 "Light blond".
• 81 "Dark Blonde Cappuccino".
• 81 "Caramel-ash blonde".

Kapous paints contain cocoa, fruit extracts, silk and keratin. These beneficial substances have a beneficial effect on the hair structure, protecting and nourishing them during coloring. The result after using the product remains unchanged for 2 months.

Syoss

There is no ash chestnut shade in the Syoss palette.

But close to this color can be obtained using paints with the following numbers:

• 58 Mocha Fusion.
• 85 "Nut cocktail".
• 1 Iced Coffee.
• 10 "Dark blond".
• 50 "Graphite chestnut".

Syoss paints are professional color products that are easy to use at home.

They contain essential oils, aloe vera extract, wheat proteins, which protect and nourish the curls during the procedure.The cost of Syoss paint, depending on the line, ranges from 270-370 rubles. The result remains unchanged for 4-8 weeks. The product completely paints over gray hair and does not cause irritation and allergic reactions.

Estel

In the palette of the Estel Essex brand, there are such paints with an ash-chestnut color:

• 6/71 "Brown with ash".
• 5/71 Ice brown.
• 7/71 "Brown mother-of-pearl".

A feature of Estel Essex paint is that you need to buy oxygen with it. Moreover, it should be borne in mind that the final result depends on the concentration of this tool. So, to repaint the curls in darker tones, you will need 3% oxygen. For repainting in light shades, it is necessary to choose an oxidizing agent with a concentration of 6-9%.

Estel Essex paint contains nutritional components, oils and extracts that improve the structure of curls during the procedure. Produces rich colors that remain unchanged for up to 3 months. Can dry hair, so it is better to use medicated masks after the procedure. Poorly paints over gray hair. The cost of paint packaging on average reaches 150 rubles.

Palette

Ash-brown hair color, the photo of which is given in the article, as such is absent in the palettes of this brand.

But there are several shades close to it in different lines:

Wellaton

The collection of this brand contains only 1 paint with the desired shade - No. 6/1 "Dark ash blonde". This product gives a lasting result, and in the package there are 2 color reducing agents. The first one should be used 15 days after staining, and the second one - 30 days. Perfectly paints over gray hair, and gives curls softness and mirror shine. On average, a pack of paint will cost 400 rubles.

Ways to obtain a shade

Ash-brown hair color, a photo of which can be seen in the article, is quite difficult to obtain at home. Therefore, it is better to turn to professionals. But if there is no time to visit the salon, or there is a desire to save money, then you can try to get this shade yourself.

It should be borne in mind that owners of light or bleached hair can be repainted directly in ash-chestnut color, especially in its light shades. Brunettes will have to pre-lighten their hair.

Precautions

Before dyeing your hair, you need to do an allergy test. To do this, 2-3 days before the procedure, you must apply a little dye to the bend of the elbow. If there were no negative reactions, then you can proceed to staining. Otherwise, it is better to choose another brand of paint.

During the procedure itself, you should adhere to safety rules. Always wear gloves and a protective gown to avoid staining your clothing. In addition, care must be taken to ensure that the dye does not get into the eyes. If this happens, then you need to immediately rinse them with plenty of water, and later see a doctor.

What is needed

To dye your hair in an ash-brown color, you need to stock up on the following materials and tools:

• The paint of the desired shade. For short curls, 1 package is enough, owners of long hair will need 3-4 packs of paint.
• Brush. If this tool is not available, you can replace it with a regular foam sponge.
• Comb. Better to choose a wooden comb with fine teeth.
• Hairdressing clips. These tools can be replaced with plastic or wooden crab hairpins.
• Mixing bowl... Only wooden or plastic containers are suitable for these purposes.
• Fatty cream or petroleum jelly.

You will also need gloves, a protective dressing gown, a warming cap, an old towel.

Staining algorithm

The home staining process consists of the following steps:

1. It is necessary to carefully comb the curls and divide them into 4 zones: temples, nape and crown. Fix each part with clamps.
2. It is necessary to lubricate the skin along the hair growth with cream or petroleum jelly, wear gloves and a protective gown.
3. In a bowl, thoroughly mix the paint with an oxidizing agent, and then apply a little product to the areas near the ears and partings.
4. After loosening the hair at the back of the head, you need to comb it and divide it into strands. Then cover each of them with a coloring compound using a sponge or brush. The crown and whiskey are processed using the same algorithm.
5. It is necessary to withstand the dye on the hair for as long as indicated in the manufacturer's instructions. Do not overexpose the composition, because the color will not become more intense from this, but the structure of the curls will suffer significant damage.
6. In 4-5 minutes. before the end of the procedure, it is necessary to slightly moisten the strands with water, and then massage them slightly. This will make the shade more even.
7. After the allotted time, it is necessary to wash off the dye with warm water, and then apply a balm to the curls. After holding it for 5-10 minutes, you need to wash your hair again.

It is advisable not to blow-dry your hair immediately after dyeing.

In order for the shade to remain saturated and intense longer, it is necessary to use a special shampoo, as well as to use thermal protection products when laying with hot curlers, curling iron and ironing. And also do not be zealous with oils, as they wash out the paint. The head should be washed only with cool water, which covers the hair cuticles.

Adhering to these rules, you can keep the ash-chestnut shade bright and saturated for a long time. And then the hair color will look flawless, as in the photo.

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