74 photo ideas of beautiful purple hair to wear all year round

I purple hair are trendy. It all depends on what you want to express and there are those who see purple (in various shades) as a way to show their sweetness or their transgressiveness. In this practical guide we will see which shades are at the top, which one to choose based on the face and how to keep them beautiful for a long time without damaging your hair.

Shades: how to choose

I purple hair they can have different shades. It starts from dull colors to lavender purple, passing through the most transgressive brighter colors. At the hairdresser, you can get a tint only in the lower part of the strand, or you can ask to show off a thick purple hair.

To find out which shade is right for you, you need to consider three factors:

The color of your skin. If you have olive skin, you should go for cooler shades, such as lavender. Those with “Moonlight” skin, on the other hand, can count on brighter shades.
Style. If you have a transgressive style, you will use a brighter shade. Those who love the most romantic and sophisticated looks, on the other hand, can use a two-colored hair (light purple / light blue, or purple / pink), to create a bouquet effect.
The weather. I purple hair they need constant maintenance, both because the color tends to fade after a while, and because every time you dye your hair you must first take it off. So optimize your look according to the time available to always feel at the top!

Now, it's time to see what the trends are for purple hair. The solid color is not used a lot, because this color allows you to play a lot with shadows, especially if the haircut also allows it.

On a positive note, there is that this type of hairstyle suits both those with i short hair, both to those who have them very long hair. Let's start with the medium-long cut, because it allows us to be more daring.

How to dye your hair purple

Hair can be dyed in three ways: creating a smokey effect on the entire hair, using more complementary colors (for a maximum of three), or coloring the hair only in the lower area of the lock, perhaps with curls.

All these effects are achieved after bleaching. To create a smokey effect, there are two methods. You can use a single color, letting the color download more, or you can play with two colors, one darker and one lighter, alternating the colors on the strands (for example, a purple and a gray strand).

Despite the shocking color, the effect remains very natural, as you can see in these images.

Lavender Purple Hair Lob Metallic Effect

Rose quartz to purple hair

Dark purple to lilac Ombré hair

Gradient purple balayage

To obtain a less natural effect, but certainly very effective, instead, you can divide your hair into two distinct parts (a high part and a low part, or a wavy part and a smooth part). One part will be with i purple hair and the other available in gray, light blue, pink, electric blue and fuchsia.

In this way, you can highlight a particular hairstyle (a braid, rather than a tail), or create a play of shadows. In the first case, it is good that the hair is long, in the second it is a great way to revive a short cut.

Based on the cut, we can get amazing metallic and / or electric effects. Here are some examples for you!

Shaded purple with double ponytail

To be used in spring

Bright and refined moves in the style of the 40s

Purple Ombré Hair with Double Braid

How to keep purple hair in order

I purple hair they need constant care and it can be difficult to keep them in order. Those with particularly dark hair may find it more difficult to obtain the desired effect, because, for the first time, they will have to fight with regrowth.

Nothing serious, but these are treatments that stress the hair and that cannot be done with the DIY. Consequentially, make regular appointments at the hairdresser, both to regenerate the hair after the treatment, and for the coloring itself.

To refresh the color and get hair that is still nourished, I always point out coconut oil and a home dye, to be used only for emergencies and only if you have not done any particular colors (if you have locks of two different colors, better go to the hairdresser).

Shampoo for colored hair is mandatory, but try not to further damage the hair with too frequent shampoos.

How to wear makeup

I purple hair they are an essential part of the look. To avoid a too heavy effect, the make-up must be quite simple and in tone. Start with a gray or purple pencil to go over your brows.

For eyeshadows, go for a light smokey eyes (brown or light green), or with the simple very light pink to enlarge the eye that is too small. The black pencil can be put on, but you have to decide whether to avoid eyeshadow and use kohl, or to give up kohl and prefer a pencil that only serves as a contour.

For the lipstick, you will have to avoid purple, blue or black. Use colors on natural pink (the shocking colors on the lips are not the best too), or the burgundy / plum red that is so fashionable in this period. To be beautiful, it doesn't take much!

Plum hair

Everyday look or must-have for big occasions?

I purple hair are a hairstyle to use for every day and not to show off on the occasions that matter, unless it is a party with friends. For a night at the theater, this type of hair is not very suitable, unless it still has a suitable hairstyle.

Wedding hairstyle

The advice is to focus on these color shades for your hair to express who you are. Those who already have a modern and transgressive style in dressing will find themselves very well. If, on the other hand, you prefer quite romantic tones, then this look can also be flaunted in parties with boys, or in the disco.

I don't feel like recommending these strong colors to a wedding, or to an anniversary in general, even if you can combine the braid with some clips with flowers (but this should be more an idea for the bride in my opinion ...).