I know. You too thought that the trend of blondes was fading (and for a while it did). Hair salons, street style and even the vast majority of your favorite celebrities switched to the Brunette Era. Highlighted brunettes, browns and copper tones that suit autumn so well ruled. However, with the change of season, blondes have claimed what is theirs, and now the honey blonde is one of the most popular shades.
That said, don’t expect a highly saturated blonde, platinum, or an artificial-looking tone, because what this coloring technique seeks is precisely the opposite. That is, to enchant those faithful to the essence of less is more with warm and very natural nuances that drift between the honey golds and the lighter browns.
This versatility is one of the keys to its success, as it is a look change that has the best of both worlds. It is perfect for those who seek a different image in the mirror, but who shy away from results that are too radical.
What honey blonde consists of
As the colorist and hair stylist Viktoria Petrova explains, honey blonde is a warm honey blonde, golden and with a depth that butter blonde does not always have. “The difference is that honey carries more golden pigment and pairs very well with lowlights, which in this case should not be dark but simply deeper within the same warm range.”
Who it flatters and why it’s in fashion
For the expert, the key lies in customization. However, she also notes that “it is a color very flattering for Mediterranean skin because it works in favor of the warm undertones of the skin, not against them”. Therefore, the result will always achieve a luminous and healthy finish.
Now, if you ask why blondes have come back into fashion in autumn, she will tell you that the key is not to flee from these tones, but to choose the right one. Although the change is fairly noticeable compared to other years, only in the nuance. “This season blondes warm up, integrate and merge with the base. Gone are the harshly contrasted blondes, the colorless platino, and the highlights that shout from afar. What dominates now is subtlety, depth, and naturalness.”
Nevertheless, whether you choose a honey blonde or another blonde, it all depends on the state of your hair and the commitment you are willing to maintain. “A blonde is very demanding, so you should always use specific products that maintain the tone, revive it and mattify it.”
The blonde hair products I recommend
Olaplex® No.4-P Bond Maintenance Purple Shampoo.
Olaplex® No.4-P Bond Maintenance Purple Shampoo. Thanks to its formula with violet pigments, this product is ideal for neutralizing unwanted yellow tones in blonde, white or gray hair. In addition, its patented Bond Maintenance technology repairs the hair fibers, removes impurities, protects the color, and also enhances brightness and luminosity.
Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask by K18.
Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask by K18. It is one of the most complete on the market, especially if you have color lightening or use styling tools a lot. Its K18PEPTIDE™ technology penetrates inside the fiber and acts on damaged keratin chains, helping the hair regain strength, elasticity and smoothness. It requires no rinsing and acts in only 4 minutes.
