Espresso hair color rests between black and brown to offer an earthy shade that has both moody yet sophisticated appeal. Espresso works beautifully on short midi cuts, long manes, or anywhere in between.
Encourage clients to use the Garnier Color Boost Intense Refreshing Mask Opens in new window between treatments to keep their dark espresso brown hue looking vibrant and fresh. The formula contains sustainably-sourced fruit oils that nourish strands.
Glossy Espresso Hair
With its velvety depth that mimics the soothing yet stimulating experience of its namesake beverage, glossy espresso hair is the latest shade trend that will excite clients this season. Amid all the drastic color transformations taking place this season, this rich hue speaks to clients yearning for natural glamour that transcends trends.
Colorist Laila Pettersen created this seductive look by applying Koleston Perfect 2/0 + 6% at her client’s roots and mid-lengths before toning her locks with Blondor Plex + 6% for an impossibly glossy dark espresso brown shade that borders on black while remaining elegantly shiny.
To keep their color looking luxuriously deep yet low-maintenance, suggest that your clients use Redken’s Color Fresh Mask in Chocolate Touch once every week for 10 minutes before rinsing off and letting the formula penetrate their scalps to add extra shine and moisture, keeping their hue vibrant and refreshed. Its formula contains diamond powder for extra shine and moisture; keeping your client’s hue looking vibrant.
Espresso Hair with Highlights
Are you ready to upgrade your coffee-inspired look with an espresso ombre? This shade mimics a dark brown cup of joe with lighter tips by applying semi-permanent or permanent hair dye in an espresso hue that sits between black and brown shades.
Cool-toned hues suit warm skin tones well, and this mocha espresso brunette base with ashy highlights can be an excellent way to lighten up while maintaining dark roots. This look provides a sophisticated, but eye-catching beauty look.
Maintain the fresh look of your java-inspired locks by toning them regularly with a hair gloss. This semi-permanent treatment will add extra shine while helping prevent fade between coloring appointments. For best results, apply product to damp hair before styling as usual for best results; or for longer-term effects use L’Oreal Paris Intensive Aqua after-color treatment between coloring sessions to revive color and restore moisture into dry strands.
Espresso Hair with a Glossy Finish
Espresso is an exquisite dark hue, and makes an attractive statement when worn to enhance one’s beauty. Although this hue appears black on its own, it often contains subtle brown undertones which complement a variety of skin tones beautifully. To further make espresso’s impactful statement, adding glossing services can further highlight its stunning finish and reflect light for an eye-catching appearance.
Reach a glossy effect on espresso hair with low-contrast caramel or hazelnut highlights for an eye-catching finish. Laila Pettersen created this seductive coffee-inspired look using reverse balayage and toning with Koleston Perfect 2/0 + 8/3 + 7/71 + 1.9% to create this warm yet rich effect on her client’s locks.
Madison Reed Color Reviving Gloss can help revive faded colors, reduce brassiness and add shine on any hair color with its semi-permanent formula that is gentle on the scalp and packed with hair-loving ingredients. Plus, its ammonia-free composition makes it ideal for highlighting and refreshing.
Espresso Hair with Lowlights
Inspired by a flavorful cup of java, coffee shop hue is taking over social media feeds. This deep brunette shade offers a naturally lush look with multidimensional tones that compliment many skin tones; plus it remains timeless classic shade that never goes out of style!
To achieve an eye-catching espresso look, ask your stylist to darken the base and add ebony babylights throughout. This technique works great at creating fuller-looking manes by counterbalancing dark roots and mid-lengths while creating balance in their appearance.
Add depth and dimension to this stunning espresso hue by opting for a glossing or glazing service. This service helps seal in shine, calm frizz and protect from heat damage while giving your color more dimension and depth.