Dreaming of a gorgeous hair color transformation? Schwarzkopf’s professional Igora Royal line offers a breathtaking range of shades to suit everyone. But with so many options, choosing the perfect color can feel overwhelming. The secret to finding your ideal Igora shade lies in understanding your skin tone.
Warm, Cool, or Neutral: Determining Your Skin Tone
Let’s start by figuring out if you have a warm, cool, or neutral skin tone. Here are a few simple tests:
- The Vein Test: Look at the veins on the inside of your wrist. Are they predominantly blueish-purple (cool), greenish (warm), or a mix of both (neutral)?
- The Jewelry Test: Do you look best in silver jewelry (cool), gold jewelry (warm), or can you rock both (neutral)?
- The White Paper Test: Hold a piece of white paper next to your face in natural light. Does your skin have a yellowish cast (warm), a pinkish or bluish cast (cool), or a bit of both (neutral)?
Warm Skin Tones: Embrace the Glow
If you have a warm skin tone, your complexion likely has golden, peachy, or olive undertones. Here’s what to look for in the Igora hair color chart:
- Golden Blondes: Think honey, caramel, and buttery blondes to enhance your warmth.
- Warm Brunettes: Rich chocolate, mocha, and auburn shades will beautifully complement your skin.
- Coppery Reds: Ignite your look with vibrant copper or auburn red tones.
- Avoid: Ashy blondes or brunettes, and cool-toned reds, as these can make your complexion look dull.
Igora Shades for Warm Skin: Try Igora Royal shades ending in a .3 (golden), .4 (beige), .5 (gold-copper), or .6 (chocolate).
Cool Skin Tones: Keep it Cool
Those with cool skin tones have pink, red, or bluish undertones. Here’s how to find your perfect match on the Igora chart:
- Ashy Blondes: Think platinum, champagne, or beige blonde to harmonize with your cool tones.
- Cool Brunettes: Ashy browns, dark chocolate, and cool brown shades will be stunning.
- Cool Reds: Deep burgundy, cherry, and violet-based reds add an edge to your look.
- Avoid: Bright orangey or golden tones that might clash with your cool undertones.
Igora Shades for Cool Skin: Look for Igora Royal shades ending in a .1 (ash) or .2 (matte).
Neutral Skin Tones: The Best of Both Worlds
If you’re lucky enough to have a neutral skin tone, you have more versatility! You can successfully wear both warm and cool hair colors. Here’s how to play with the Igora color spectrum:
- Experiment: Neutral skin tones can pull off a wide range of colors from both the warm and cool palettes.
- Consider Your Eye Color: Choose shades that will make your eyes pop – warmer colors complement warm eyes (hazel, brown), while cool colors best suit cool eyes (blue, green).
- Follow the Trends: Neutral skin tones can rock the latest hair color trends with ease.
Igora Shades for Neutral Skin: You’re flexible! To keep things neutral, look for Igora Royal shades ending in .0 (natural)
Additional Tips for Choosing Your Igora Color
- Hair Color Levels: Refer to the number before the decimal point on the Igora chart to determine the lightness or darkness of the shade (1 being the darkest, 12 being the lightest).
- Go Gradually: If changing your hair color drastically, go in stages to avoid any shocking surprises.
- Consulting a Professional: Salons stylists have expertise in using the Igora line and can provide personalized advice based on your hair and skin.
Unlock Your Perfect Hair Color with Igora
The Igora Royal hair color chart offers an incredible array of possibilities. By understanding your skin tone, you’ll unlock the colors that will make you feel radiant and confident. And remember, a little experimentation is how you find your perfect match!
