'Pearl Blond' Is The Color Trend You Need For Dynamic Platinum Hair
Thinking about going blond or simply want to up your already light hair? Try the trendy pearl blond color, which is having a big moment right now. According to Hera Hair Beauty, a Singapore-based hair salon boasting a roster of international stylists, pearl blond and ash blond are "the most popular blonds." Unlike ash blond, which falls on the cooler end of the color spectrum, pearl blond has both cool and warm undertones, and because of this, it's a particularly great color for those who want to cover up grays.
When it comes to attaining pearl blond hair, be advised if you have dark locks that the bleaching process can be lengthy in order to lighten it enough for the luminous pearl blond shade to really shine. That said, it may be worth it because pearl blond hair isn't just a one-note trend. Just like an actual pearl, it contains different hues of icy platinum, warm yellows, and cool silvers. If you're ready for a new and dynamic 'do, this is the one to try, and you'll soon find out if people rocking pearl blond really do have more fun.
Pearl blond on short hair
Short hair is striking on its own, but make it pearl blond and you'll be looking like a golden goddess. For extra volume, add some waves. All you need is a 1-inch curling iron, hairspray, and texturizing spray, as stylist Paola Cabiedes told Southern Living. First, give your locks some grip with a spritz of hairspray, and, beginning from the bottom, curl your hair with the iron moving "away from your face." Work in sections but pass over the middle to avoid too much volume. Finish with a blast of texturizing spray at the roots.
Caramel pearl blond hair
If you don't want to go too platinum, you can always ask your stylist to make your pearl blond hair a bit deeper with caramel shades woven into your strands. Platinum can look too harsh for some people's tastes, but pearl blond highlights scattered throughout give your hair an ethereal look without looking too icy.
Waves show off the dimension in pearl blond hair
At first glance, pearl blond hair may look like a single-process color, but there are a lot of different nuances going on. Loose waves will show off the multi-dimensional hues and give your hair a ripple-like effect. To create curls without heat, roll sections of damp hair into buns and let them air dry. Unwind them and give your waves a blast of hairspray to set them, using your fingers to gently comb your hair into place.
How to maintain your pearl blond hair at home
Hair damage can look obvious on blond hair, so it's important to maintain its health. Use color-protecting shampoo to maintain your color, and then reach for purple shampoo whenever your locks start to look brassy, as it will even out your tones. Moreover, a good hydrating conditioner does wonders for keeping your locks glossy, but you'll also want to use a hair mask once a week for more hydration.
Opt for a pearl blond money piece
If you don't want to go full-on platinum, try incorporating some strands of blond throughout your hair. You can go for the decadent-sounding money-piece hair trend and frame your face with pearl blond tresses. The balayage technique is also good for those who want a less dramatic look. "It should seamlessly melt into your base color," colorist John Spanton told Refinery, adding "A pearl balayage gives a real luminous pearlescence without being flat or murky." Sounds like an icy dream to us!
Pearl blond hair can require ample upkeep
Sure, pearl blond hair looks gorgeous, but be prepared to put in the work. If your hair's on the darker side, you'll need to color your roots regularly. Colorist George Papanikolas told Hair.com that "every three to four weeks" is the ideal time for touch-ups, saying, "Coming in with too much regrowth forces your colorist to do a double virgin application and the chances for yellow bands and breakage are higher." If that doesn't phase you, give pearl blond a try — it's the iridescent trend that will be sure to turn heads everywhere.