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From cinnamon brunette to berry.
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Could your curls, waves, or coils use a little pick-me-up for spring and summer?
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If youre ready for a refresh, the color world is your oyster.
At the salon, ask for customized color mapping that follows your curl pattern.
Curl health is also key to beautiful color.
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A leave-in conditioner adds moisture for styling.
Healthy cuticles will lay flat and reflect the warm tones with a natural shine, he says.
Treating your curls to lots of hydration andproteinhelps keep your cuticles healthy, which leads to more beautiful color.
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It allows flexibility in changing the tone of the hair with essentially damage-free results, she says.
It adds warmth and vibrancy without feeling too bold.
Celebrity hairstylist and Moroccanoil ambassadorDimitris Giannetosagrees.
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It enhances natural warmth in the skin and makes curls pop, he says.
Reid is a fan of all shades of the copper spectrum this season, from light penny to apricot.
This shade complements cooler skin tones beautifully by adding a touch of warmth for balance.
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Post-color, verify your curls stay hydrated to bring out the beauty of your new shade.
Valerie recommendsR+Co Waterfall Moisture + Shine Lotionlayered withRing Tone Ultra Defining Gel Creme, especially in the warmer months.
You may also want wider highlights than you think, says Reid.
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Curly girls want thick ribbons of complementary hues against their base color that are naturally placed, he explains.
To avoid a striped look, ensure your colorist varies the width of the ribbons.
Berry Burgundy
Dove cites SZAs gorgeous burgundy curls as spring color inspo.
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Ask for a brunette base with subtle violet or burgundy undertones, he says.
This is a rich brown base with golden copper ribbons running through it, explains Giannetos.
It mimics the look of cinnamon swirled into coffee.
Its warm, dimensional, and stunning in the light.
If you want to focus on hydration, try a rich, classic chocolate brown.
Chocolate tones keep curls rich and hydrated perfect those looking for low-maintenance, curl-friendly color.
Opt for either a cool, deep brunette or a rich, warm chocolate with caramel highlights.
This helps achieve the perfect balance of depth and warmth without unwanted brassiness.
