Dark caramel hair color. Photos, paints, who suits for brown, green, blue eyes

The shade of dark caramel curls is considered a trend in recent seasons, but it is not suitable for all women. A similar trendy color is in the palette of many famous brands of hair dyes. And almost all of them can be used at home.

Who suits

The dark caramel shade cannot be called universal, because it is not suitable for all the fairer sex.

This tone is ideally combined with the following color types of appearance:

• Fall. Such women are characterized by pale skin, sometimes with an olive tint. Often, autumn representatives have freckles. Eyes in different shades: from light blue to amber and brown. The natural hair color of autumn women most often fluctuates between light red and rich chestnut.
• Spring. The skin of women of this color type is light, thin, and velvety. May turn slightly red on tan. And also the spring representatives have freckles, but they are small and almost invisible. Eyes of various shades, but not dark brown. Hair is thin, light.

Dark caramel looks especially impressive in combination with dark skin and an even tan, but without a reddish tint. Otherwise, the color will only highlight unattractive spots.

Coloring options

Dark caramel hair color is combined with trendy dyeing techniques:

• Balayazh. The technique is gentle, because the roots are not affected during the procedure. The dye is distributed in vertical strokes, which gives the hairstyle the effect of "burned out" hair. It looks as natural and attractive as possible.
• Coloring. With this technique, the hair is dyed in 2-3 close tones of the same range. It looks very impressive, and at the same time the hairstyle gets additional volume.
• Ombre. During this procedure, the dye is applied to the curls, starting from the middle to the ends.

Ideally combined with dark caramel highlights, especially Californian. Thanks to this coloring, the hair receives minimal damage, and the result looks as natural as possible. In addition, the hairstyle looks more voluminous and does not need frequent correction. Highlighting can be done for women of any age and type of appearance.

Popular brands

Almost all paint palettes have a shade of caramel or a tone to it. But it should be borne in mind that the result, in most cases, is not as bright as the manufacturer suggests.

L'oreal

There are several shades of caramel in the palette of this brand.

These include the following products:

The composition of the dyes of this brand does not include ammonia and its derivatives, therefore, coloring with products practically does not harm the hair structure. Moreover, the addition of royal jelly to the product gives the strands additional protection and nutrition. The paint does not have an unpleasant odor, and the effect of its use lasts 6-8 weeks. The cost of packaging paint starts from 300 rubles.

Garnier

In the palette of the Garnier brand, there are the following caramel shades:

• Garnier Color Naturals 6.34. The dye contains ammonia, so it dries the hair. To mitigate the negative effect, avocado, olive, and shea butter are added to the product, nourishing and protecting the curls during the procedure, making them soft, shiny. The result remains unchanged for a short time (approximately 3-4 weeks), but the cost of the product is low - about 130 rubles. per packing.
• Garnier Oliya 6.35. Gives hair a dark blond color with caramel shades. Does not contain harmful components and is suitable even for heavily weakened curls that have been permed. The composition contains essential oils that nourish and protect the strands during the procedure. As a result, the curls become shiny and soft to the touch. The result lasts up to 30 days. The cost of paint packaging reaches 250 rubles.

Kapous

In the palette of this brand there is only one shade of the desired color - 7.8 "Caramel". The paint does not contain ammonia and can be used for frequent coloring and toning. The product contains plant extracts that protect and care for the strands during the procedure.

Kapous brand paint completely covers gray hair, does not have an unpleasant odor, and gives shine and silkiness to hair. True, the effect of it does not last long - about 2-3 weeks. For a more lasting result, it is recommended to mix the product with an oxygenate, which is purchased separately, in a 1: 1.5 ratio. The cost of packaging paint - 175 rubles.

Syoss

The palette of this brand includes several shades with caramel:

• "Caramel Blond" (8-7)... Suitable for natural blondes and women with bleached hair. To get a similar color, brunettes and brown-haired women will need to carry out preliminary lightening.
• "Caramel Chestnut" (5-86)... Suitable for dark hair. It completely paints over gray hair and gives the curls a warm, rich color.
• "Caramel syrup" (6-67)... Gives hair a light brown color with a copper-golden tint.

Syoss dye contains ammonia, so it dries the hair slightly, but the result is kept unchanged for 1-2 months. The product contains extracts of aloe and wheat germ, as well as B vitamins.

Thanks to this, the product gently cares for the curls during dyeing, protecting them from the harmful effects of ammonia. After the procedure, the hair shines with shine and becomes unusually soft. The price for a pack of paint reaches 350 rubles.

Estel

The dark caramel color in the palette of the Russian brand is represented by Estel paint “I choose a color” (8/0 “Caramel Latte”). The product gives the hair a rich and uniform shade that does not wash off for 3 weeks. Thanks to its light, airy composition, it is easy to evenly distribute the paint over the curls.

It also contains a keratin serum that evens out curls, gives them strength, shine, and prevents tangling. In addition, after using Estel "I choose a color" the static effect is removed. The price for a pack of paint reaches 280-320 rubles.

Palette

The Palette brand has presented several dark caramel shades in different lines:

Pictured above is Palette LG5 paint.

Wellaton

Wellaton introduced only one dark caramel shade in its palette - 8/74. The dye gives the hair a warm, rich color that does not fade even with frequent shampooing. The product contains oils of medicinal plants, serum that protect curls from negative effects.

And thanks to coconut extract after the procedure, the hair is easily combed and becomes softer and silky to the touch. The price of paint is quite high and you will have to pay up to 350 rubles for packaging. But it will provide uniform coloring and at the same time will not harm the structure of the curls.

Self painting

It is quite difficult to get dark caramel hair color on your own. It should be borne in mind that before the procedure, brunettes, brown-haired and red-haired women need to discolor the curls. Otherwise, you will not be able to get a dark caramel shade. It is not necessary to radically lighten the entire hair volume at once, you can, for example, do coloring or highlighting.

Such techniques look impressive, but do less damage to the structure of the strands. And it is also advisable to buy paint that does not contain ammonia. Such products cause minimal damage to curls. True, the result from them keeps a little less than from ordinary paints.

Having chosen a product from a brand, an allergy test should be carried out 2-3 days before staining. To do this, you need to apply a little dye to the bend of the elbow, and leave for 5 minutes. If during the next 2 days there is no negative reaction, then you can start the procedure.

It is undesirable to use masks, balms, conditioners, styling products before coloring. It is better to wash your head 2-3 days before the procedure.

During staining, you need to take precautions. Always wear gloves and a protective gown, and make sure that no paint gets into your eyes.

The procedure will require the following:

• For dyeing roots and short hair, one dye is enough. If the curls are long and thick, then you need to purchase 2-3 packages.
• It is advisable to purchase a special brush. If it is not there, then you can do with a regular sponge.
• Glass or ceramic container for mixing components. It is not recommended to use metal dishes, as the result will be unpredictable due to a chemical reaction.

And you also need an old towel that you don't mind getting dirty, greasy cream or petroleum jelly, plastic hair clips.

How to dye curls

The staining procedure is carried out according to the following algorithm:

1. It is necessary to conditionally divide the hair into 4 parts: in the area of ​​the crown, at the temples and at the back of the head. Secure these individual curls with clips.
   
2. To prevent the dye from absorbing into the skin, it is recommended to apply a greasy cream or petroleum jelly along the hairline.
3. In the dishes you need to mix the dye with the oxidizing agent.
4. Staining should start from the back of the head. You need to comb your hair, divide them into strands, and then treat each with a dye composition, starting from the roots to the ends. If a sponge is used, then apply the product with blotting movements.
5. After processing, it is advisable to roll each strand with a tourniquet. Then the paint will spread better.
6. The same algorithm should be used to treat the hair on the crown, and then on the temples.
7. It is necessary to withstand the paint on the curls for as long as indicated by the manufacturer. Do not overexpose the composition longer than necessary. The color will not be more intense, but the curls will take more damage.
8. At the end of the time, you need to thoroughly wash your hair, first with just water, and then with the addition of shampoo.The water should be slightly warm, then the flakes will close faster, and the dye will remain inside.
9. It is necessary to apply a nourishing balm to the curls and leave it for 5-10 minutes. Then you need to wash your hair again.

It is not recommended to use a hair dryer after coloring. This will negatively affect their condition.

How to keep the color for a long time?

Dark caramel hair color quickly loses its richness.

To keep the result longer, it is advisable to adhere to the following recommendations:

• After staining, you cannot wash your hair for 2-3 days. At this time, the dye is fixed on the hair.
• It is undesirable to use a hair dryer, hot curlers, curling iron or iron. If the installation involves the use of these devices, then first you need to apply thermal protective agents.
  
• It is recommended to use shampoos and conditioners marked "for colored hair".
• It is necessary to avoid the use of gels, varnishes, mousses.
• For hair treatment, it is advisable to use gentle masks with natural ingredients. Do not get too carried away with essential oils, because they help to wash out the dye.

Tint shampoo or toner of the appropriate shade will help to gently and carefully preserve the dark caramel color. Such products are gentle, and take good care of the structure of the hair, and sometimes treat them from the inside. Tonics can be applied every 14 days.

Article design:Lozinsky Oleg

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