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Fromchestnuttochocolate, golden accented orginger-tinged, brown offers endless color options that will have you calling your colorist.
We tapped Lee and stylist Millie Morales for their industry expertise and pro tips on going brunette.
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Plus, we rounded up plenty of color inspo for you to screenshot courtesy of our favorite celebs.
Keep scrolling for 50 of our favorite shades of medium-brown hair.
Don’t be surprised if you end up calling your colorist after.
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Thislayered cutdisplays a subtle dimension that shows off her highlights and has an enviable texture.
“My best advice is to check your eyes and skin color.
Pick a shade that will brighten your eyes and even your skin tone,” says Morales.
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Golden-Brown Balayage
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Issa Rae’s springy curls positively shimmer here.
Her brunette shade shows off with a summerygolden-brown balayage.
“The great thing about medium brown is that it complements all skin tones,” says Lee.
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The key is to determine your undertones and go cool or warm.
Her medium-brown locks are woven with a gorgeouscaramelbronde shade to lighten up the overall appearance.
According to Lee, the shade isn’t “the most high maintenance color.
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Here, she shows off deeperchocolate lockswith just a few highlights on the ends to soften the appearance.
Here, she sports an even-toned medium shade parted to the side with soft waves.
Her long hair somehow always looks windswept and is a rich brown elevated with light, barely-thereblonde highlights.
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Here she debuts her long, flowing brunette strands with subtle tawny tones.
We love thisdark-chestnutto light-brown ombre, with the ends painted a golden bronde.
Her carefree, voluminous dark hair has subtle highlights around her face and towards the ends of her locks.
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The color reallybrings out her brown eyes.
This warm, golden-brown ombre complements her warm undertones and her sage-colored dress, we might add.
It also flatters her skin’s warm undertones.
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Cinnamon
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Lily Collins is the definition of princess hair.
Here, her flowing locks are having a Jackie-O moment, showcasing her richcinnamonbrown with high-wattage shine.
To keep hair healthy and glossy, remember to invest in acolor-safe wash routine.
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Here, she adorns her side-parted, soft waves with a bit of medium-brown highlights.
Not only do they add depth to her strands but they also brighten her complexion.
Multi-Dimensional Ombre
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The romantic, side-swept look is classic Taraji.
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Tawny Balayage
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Sandra Bullock is one of the most beloved brunettes in Hollywood.
Here, she has a tawny balayage that runs through her darker mane.
Apply a texturizing spray to replicate her style’s undone finish.
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This look is best achieved by a pro colorist versus attempting aDIY dye jobat home.
We love the echo of color in her eye makeup, as well.
Her natural look is more of a subdued brunette.
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We love thisslicked-back, semi-wet look wavy bob in a soft chestnut hue.
This is a classic color that wears well all year round.
We adore this sleek low bun with dark roots and warm highlights.
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She’s pretty much always sporting long, piece-y bangs, though her shade of brown varies.
Here, she has a medium-brown color with very subtle highlights.
To keep hair treated healthy and color vibrant between salon visits, Lee recommends utilizing masks and treatments.
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This take features solidly brunette roots that fade off to sun-washedblondeends.
Did we mention that it’s super low-maintenance, too?
Since red tends to fade easily, avoid washing your hair at least for a couple of days post-color.
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Her long hair really showcases her depth of color.
Just keep in mind thatsingle-process colorwill require more maintenance than if you were to go the highlighted route.
It’s subtle summer hair that translates to effortless beauty.
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Honey-Hued Brown
The trend-averse should look towardKate Middleton for inspiration.
For an extra dose of gloss, spritz on some shine spray.
The touch of peanut-colored highlights adds extra dimension.
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Adding a kiss of cinnamon-colored highlights helps warm up fair complexions.
This hue gives a sun-kissed vibe that’s perfect for the summer months.
Big, voluminous waves are the perfect marriage with this warm hue.
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Copper Dipped Ends
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Kelly Rowland has always sported a dark-brown ‘do.
America Ferrera’s straight and sleek style proves our point 100 percent.
We definitely doand the up-do?
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Another chef’s kiss moment from the rock star.
The long ponytail also has lighter, auburn highlights, too.
The big, loose curls further showcase the color.
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Try ahair glossor glaze to replicate her next-level shine.
Strands of blonde interspersed throughout play up the movement of this stunning style.
Richest Auburn
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Even goth icons lighten up from time to time.
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We’re seeing a seamless melding of caramel, cinnamon, and blonde hues.
Though it might be tempting, exercise caution when attempting an at-home dye job.
“I wouldnt recommend going more than two shades above/below your natural shade.
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Leave big color changes to the professionals.”
It can be all of the above since the shade of medium brown will determine its tone.
A neutral brown is one that displays both cool and warm tones, such as bronde.
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Your colorist will remove warmth by mixing in cooler tones.Blue shampoomay also help to neutralize your warm color.
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