Exploring bold hair colors is a great way to express yourself, and few combinations are as striking as blue and purple.
These shades, inspired by twilight skies and deep oceans, create a mesmerizing effect that can transform your look.
Whether you want a subtle touch or a dramatic change, these blue and purple hair color ideas will help you find the perfect style.
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Blue and Purple Hair Color Ideas #1. Blue-Purple Fusion
Merging deep blues with rich purples creates an enchanting indigo shade that exudes depth and mystery.
This seamless blend offers a sophisticated yet edgy appearance, perfect for those seeking a unified color palette.
To achieve this look, pre-lighten your hair to the desired level using a quality lightener like Wella Professionals’ BlondorPlex, which provides up to nine levels of lift while ensuring 97% less breakage.
Once prepped, tone your hair with a mix of Wella’s Color Fresh CREATE shades: Next Red, Pure Violet, and Ultra Purple, to craft that captivating indigo hue.
Blue and Purple Hair Color Ideas #2. Violet Curls with a Blue Color Block
For those who love to make a statement, combining vibrant violet curls with a striking blue color block offers a dynamic and playful look.
This style embraces the color-blocking trend, adding a bolt of electric blue through full-bodied magenta curls.
To achieve this, use Wella’s Color Fresh CREATE shades: Ultra Purple, Pure Violet, and High Magenta for the purple base.
Then, section off a portion of the face-framing hair and apply New Blue mixed with Purple Violet to create the bold blue accent.
3. Purple and Blue Highlights
If you’re not ready for an all-over color but still want to experiment, incorporating blue and purple highlights can add a whimsical touch to your natural hair color.
This approach allows for versatility and a gradual introduction to vibrant hues. To achieve this look, pre-lighten selected sections of your hair using BlondorPlex.
Then, apply Wella’s SHINEFINITY Color Glaze in 00/89 Blue Booster and 00/66 Violet Booster to the highlighted sections. These boosters can be used pure for a vivid effect, ensuring the colors pop beautifully against your natural base.
4. Mermaid Mane
Channel the enchanting colors of the ocean with a mix of blue and purple shades that evoke the serene beauty of moonlit waters. This style blends deep blues and purples, creating a fluid, aquatic-inspired look. To achieve this, consult with your colorist about incorporating shades like Wella’s Color Fresh CREATE in New Blue and Ultra Purple, blending them seamlessly to mimic the captivating hues of the sea.
5. Galaxy-Inspired Velvet Hair
Inspired by the cosmos, this style combines deep purples and blues to create a celestial masterpiece.
The rich, velvety tones mimic the mesmerizing colors of the galaxy, offering a look that’s both mysterious and alluring.
Achieving this requires pre-lightening your hair to a pale blonde to ensure the vivid colors stand out. Using a bond-strengthening lightener like BlondorPlex can help maintain hair integrity during this process.
Once lightened, apply a combination of Wella’s Color Fresh CREATE shades to achieve the desired galaxy-inspired hues.
Maintenance Tips
Vibrant colors like blue and purple require diligent care to maintain their brilliance. Using color-safe, sulfate-free shampoos and conditioners is essential to prevent premature fading. Products like L’Oréal Professionnel’s Serie Expert Vitamino A-OX collection are designed to protect and prolong the life of your hair color. Additionally, washing your hair with cool water and minimizing heat styling can help preserve the vibrancy of your hues.
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