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How to Choose the Right Shade of Blonde for Your Age

Mary Smith
By Mary Smith. Updated: January 16, 2017
How to Choose the Right Shade of Blonde for Your Age

If you want a radical change of style or want to cover those pesky grey hairs and look younger and sexier, then you need to know how to choose the hair dye colour that suits you best. That's why in this OneHowTo article we'll explain how to choose the right shade of blonde for your age.

While hair colour does not have to be directly related to age, it certainly is one of the factors you should consider when it comes to selecting the tone. If you choose the wrong colour it can ruin your look and can even make you look gaunt. Regardless of whether you're daring or not, follow these tips and you'll have great hair colour that's perfect for every occasion and is appropriate for your age.

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Contents

  1. Shade of blonde for your age: in your twenties
  2. Shade of blonde for your age: in your thirties
  3. Shade of blonde for your age: in your forties
  4. Shade of blonde for your age: in your fifties and over

Shade of blonde for your age: in your twenties

Let's be fair, when you're in your 20s everything looks good on you! The younger you are, the more image changes you can try out, and if you have a beautiful face then pretty much any shade of blonde will suit you. Having said that, you should leave your locks as natural as possible during your 20s because you're unlikely to have much grey hair.

As for the shade, we recommend a medium blond or a few highlights or streaks that are golden or caramel in colour. However, if you're a bit more daring and want to go for lighter shades, such as platinum blonde, try to make sure it doesn't look too brash. It is also important that you take better care of your hair when you colour it. Especially if you have dark hair you'll have to go through bleaching techniques that might damage and burn your hair. In these cases it is very important that you nourish it correctly so you'll keep your hair healthy.

How to Choose the Right Shade of Blonde for Your Age - Shade of blonde for your age: in your twenties

Shade of blonde for your age: in your thirties

Your 30s are a time of stability and responsibility, so your look should also be a bit more sensible. The hustle and bustle of everyday life can be a factor when it comes to beautifying ourselves. For that reason, the shade of blonde that will suit you best is ash or gold blonde, and with a few highlights or streaks you'll look great.

Both shades give you a more youthful appearance as well as adding volume and movement to your hair. This shade of highlights is a safe bet because they don't require a huge amount of maintenance. You'll love it!

How to Choose the Right Shade of Blonde for Your Age - Shade of blonde for your age: in your thirties

Shade of blonde for your age: in your forties

To find out how to choose the right shade of blonde for your age you should keep in mind that although we tend to dye all the hair the same colour, this can make your face look older.

Therefore, in your 40s you should just go for a few beautiful highlights or streaks. Remember that less is more, so lighten your hair in a way that looks as natural as possible. Champagne or platinum blonde shades are ideal to add depth to the base colour and frame the face.

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Shade of blonde for your age: in your fifties and over

When you reach your 50s and have grey hair, you'll have to stop using highlights to camouflage the greys and commit to colouring all your hair from the root, although you can add some streaks afterwards to add depth. Choose the shade of blond you like the most: platinum or gold blonde often look great at this age.

Note that the more grey hair you have, the more fragile it is and it's less able to hold on to the colour. Remember to condition your hair more often when you get to this age. At OneHowTo, we have some tips on how to make homemade conditioner.

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