Cheers—elevate a glass of effervescent Veuve Clicquot—we made it to spring. What higher technique to rejoice hotter climate and golden sunshine than a hair refresh? As for traits, specialists see champagne highlights on the horizon. Hair colorist Erin Dunn notes that she is commonly requested for this coloration within the salon. If you’d like your hair to match your bubbly with gentle gold and beige tones, we’ve got all of the knowledgeable recommendation you want.
Featured specialists Erin Dunn is a colorist in Boston and Miami Richy Kandasamy is a colorist and Vice President Colour Improvement and R+COLOR Collective Member What are champagne highlights?
“Think golden hour in a glass—champagne highlights are all about radiance, elegance and effortless glow,” says Dunn. “Soft golden tones kissed with a hint of beige (just like actual bubbly) create a luminous, dimensional blonde that feels elevated without tipping into icy territory.”
Colorist Richy Kandasmy describes champagne highlights as refined and fantastically balanced with a mixture of gentle beige and pale gold that replicate the sunshine in a really subtle method. “It’s not an overly warm or cool blonde—it’s that perfect neutral that feels luxurious and effortless.”
Courtesy of Erin Dunn Who ought to strive champagne highlights?
In line with Dunn, champagne highlights may be best for anybody trying to obtain a pure, sunlit vibe. “Soft creamy hues add warmth and sophistication while keeping the overall tone polished and fresh. The best part? Champagne tones complement all skin tones, making them one of the most versatile blonde shades out there,” says Dunn, who provides the shade is wearable year-round.
Kandasamy says champagne highlights are extremely common. “It works beautifully on natural brunettes and lighter blonde clients who want to go lighter without going too bright, and it’s especially flattering on clients with cool or warm skin tones.” He notes that it’s a “great choice for clients who want modern, wearable blonde with a luxe finish. He also loves using champagne tones for gray blending. “It softens the contrast while still looking polished and dimensional.”
What to ask for within the salon
The specialists agree an inspirational photograph is an effective place to begin. Then ask “your stylist for champagne-toned balayage or soft dimensional highlights with warm beige-gold undertones. Mention you want something glowy, natural and luxe—not icy, not brassy, just right.”
Kandasamy says to verify your colorist assesses your pores and skin tone, complexion and eye stage for a personalised look that’s best for you. “Remember, texture is a starting level and always guides how the shade takes, so a custom approach is key,” he notes. Additionally, “Talk to your colorist about how much contrast you want. For a more natural effect, ask for natural ribbon highlights using a soft balayage or face framing and tone with champagne hues.”
Within the salon, Kandasamy likes to make use of HYPERMATIC 10-Minute Demi-Everlasting Liquid Hair Colour in shade (EMPIRE) GP10 blended with (MAGNOLIA) VG10 “to create that clean, champagne reflection. You get lightness and tone without losing natural dimension.”
The best way to keep champagne highlights
“To maintain that soft champagne glow between appointments, we always recommend glossing treatments,” says Dunn. “They keep the tone refined, enhance shine, and help prevent brassiness so the color stays luminous and fresh.” Kandasamy recommends utilizing R+Co BLEU Major Colour Shampoo ($49)and the De Luxe Reparative Masque ($62) to keep up that champagne brilliance, protect tone and provides hair a mirror-like shine.
