It creates an “edgy look without over-processing it.”
Meet the Experts
Katie Denn is a hair colorist at Hershesons in London.
Felicia Dosso is a hair colorist at Nunzio Saviano Salon in New York.
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Purple Balayage
How to pronounce it:Balayage is pronounced bah-lee-ahge.
Choosing a shade:Look for grey or ash lilac tones.
Just look at this amazing and intense blend of light pinks and purples.
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They’re super dreamy and really sell this style tenfold.
The Matrix colors used, Royal Purple and Admiral Navy, clearly back this up.
Silvery Purple Lob
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It’s all about personal style.
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This lob takes a more understated approach to the trend with subtle silver and lilac hues.
The expertly blended look has us almost second-guessing the true shade here.
Cool Purple and Warm Blue
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The style doesn’t always have to fade to silver.
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Take this beautiful look, which flawlessly transitions to a deep navy hue, for example.
Feel free to play with different variations when it comes to the purple balayage trend.
Purple to Silver Waves
Luckily, purple balayage tends to work on everyone.
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Instead of working with certain undertones every time, Dosso thinks it’s more a matter of personality.
Like with these long, purple-to-silver waves, it takes confidence to be able to rock a bold color.
The colors used here would do well with aglossing treatmentevery few weeks to maintain the color.
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Masks like Philip Kingsley’s Elasticizer are also great for replenishing hair, Denn says.
StylistMatt Fugategave Lana Condor subtle purple accents using Overtone’s Purple Deep Treatment on platinum dyed extensions.
Bright Magenta
Can’t decide to go more pink or purple with your balayage?
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This ombre magenta shade is rich, vibrant, and a happy medium between pink and purple.
Color can sometimes oxidize and turn out differently than expected, especially if your hair has been overprocessed.
If you experience a color mishap, it’s best to see a pro.
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