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Theres something about auburn hair that suits every season.
The reddish-brown hue can be warm in the fall and cool in the summer.
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While being a natural redhead is quite rare, anyone can take on the bold hue.
Not quite red or brown, auburn hair is the dreamiest combination of the two.
Maintenance Level:Touch-up every 4-6 weeks.
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Goes Great With:Eyes with warm undertones.
It’s a “more mellow sister tocopper, the slightly saner cousin to burgundy.”
It’s a color that’s overall incredibly warm and richjust like the metal, he explains.
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“Auburn is always a tried-and-true trend tone,” says Mileti.
Sun-kissed auburn is a “deeper more red base with lighter and less vibrant ends,” Sanger says.
Multiple tones are applied via highlighting and low-lighting to create personalized auburn hair color."
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“When determining whether a person can be a great auburn, the truth is in their eyes.
I always look for warm flecks in the eyecopper or golden tones.
Even blue eyes can have warm undertones.”
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This darker hue was practically made for wearing throughout the autumn and winter.
Cooler Color
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Brighter tones aren’t the only ones in need of at-home care.
Darker, cooler colors also need some TLC for vibrance and longevity.
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Sanger recommends using products to keep the cool plum undertones intact.
This color is downright perfection for fall.
This shade can look almostchocolate brownin some lighting because its red tones are less fiery and more subtle.
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He says it’s the make-or-break habit to dyeing your hair with a red undertone.
It’s a mega-statement that’s packed with dimension and uniqueness.
The added length and volume make the color appear even more dimensional.
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Here, the lighter color is concentrated near the front of the headthe key to a more natural look.
Here, the look opens and brightens the face, and waves add softness to the bright color.
But they’re definitely there.
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Here, she wears her hair pulled back in a severe middle partwhich further accentuates the look.
The look is dramatic and calls for the two colors to be starkly different, rather than blending in.
Orange Meets Auburn
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Jorja Smith’s auburn hair veers orange.
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But rather than featuring highlights, the look is one-tone.
The look is neither too dark nor too bright and looks best when it’s well cared for.
We especially love how they paired the deep red hair color with a brighter red shade near their eyes.
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The contrast helps show off both their face and hair.
Lightened Up
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Bryce Dallas-Howard’s long tresses see highlights throughout.
She’s literally glowing and the little flecks of warm tones in her hair help achieve that.
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The rich amaretto color brightens her face and accentuates her features.
Auburn Highlights
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Everything about Kelly Rowland’s look is stunning.
From her glossy blowout to her complementary makeup, we can’t help but be in awe.
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The star of the look is meticulously blended auburn highlights placed throughout her dark brown hair.
Copper Balayage
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Chrissy Teigen is a balayage hair chameleon.
Either way, the color complements the actress’s matching brown eyes.
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this is a good auburn option to consider.
Auburn tends to fade relatively quickly, making it generally more high-maintenance than other hair colors.
For example, certain shades may require bleaching hair first.
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It’s best to seek out a colorist.
Auburn is a versatile hair color making it flattering on nearly everyone.
To find which shade of auburn will best suit you, consider your skin tone and eye color.
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In general, those with fairer skin will find lighter and/or brighter auburn complementary.
On the other hand, if you have a darker skin tone, you might gravitate toward deeper reds.
Medium skin tones have more flexibility and can go warmer or cooler with their auburn color.
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