Red streaks/highlights

Hi Eileen, I really like the color you chose, it is beautiful! I would consider getting another color foiled in as well, it would look stunning!

As a former extension "addict" I think there are definite positive and negatives to them. If you just wanted a few streaks through the very top section of your hair, then I would say extensions might be your best bet. About a year ago, I had very very blonde hair and went through a phase where I wore it straight. I had three large periwinkle streak extensions put on each side and it looked very cool! However, the only type I have tried are wefts and pinchbraids, not shrinkies or glue/bonds. I do know people that have had these methods and they claimed that they were damaging, so definitely get on the extension board and ask around. I would never recommend wefts to anyone, but pinchbraids are awesome and relatively undamaging, as far as extensions go.

However, if you want hilights all over, I would NOT recommend extensions as the means to do it. I know everyone on this board talks about the staying power of red color, but ANY stylist will tell you red is generally the FIRST color to fade, due to the fact the molecules in red pigment are larger or some scientific bull-s**t like that. My natural color is a light brown and years ago I colored my virgin hair red, with both semi and permanent. It always fades very fast. (My mother also color her hair auburn red, and she says the same thing) I think the warnings about red's resistence to fading may come from those individuals who have bleached or previously lightened hair who try to color it red and then cannot get rid of it when they don't like it. Of course red (or any dark color) will not fade as fast on a hair shaft that is already compromised. JMO, others may disagree on this; I speak only from my experiences and the experiences of family members and friends. Let us know what you end up doing

 

How much do extension streaks cost?  Does anyone know?

Since red is hard to get out, what if you try a Natural Instincts in one
of their cooler red/browns (Cinnaberry or Sedona Sunset)? The
placement would make it look unnatural (in a good way), but the
tone would be more natural, and that's usualy more flattering. The
you can go more intense if you want.

Hello Eileen and welcome!

You have beautiful hair! Your natural color is very unique but it already has a bit of a chestnut tone to it, in my opinion unless it just looks like that in the picture. I would consider foiling two colors in, a darker auburny chestnut, and a few golden caramel slices. You said you want bolder pieces so you may consider baliage or tell your stylist to "slice" instead of the tradition foil where they weave some strands out.  Slicing or paneling will give you bolder pieces, sheets of color that would look amazing on your long, straight hair. Another thing to consider, if you cross the line from auburn into bold, brash red it can make cool-toned skin look too pinky. As I stated before, sometimes pictures can be deceiving but I am guessing your skin is on the cool side. I am sure whatever you choose will look awesome, keep us posted!

Hi everyone - this is me and I want to put some dark red streaks in my hair.  Can anyone tell me what type of red would look the best.  I don't want subtle highlights, I want something that looks bolder and funkier.  Does anyone have pictures of their hair that they can post where they've done this?  I've seen a lot of pictures of people with dark brown hair and the red streaks, but I haven't really seen any with my color hair and I want to make sure it's going to look ok.  I've never dyed my hair before and I'm a little nervous.  I'm having it done in a salon b/c I don't trust myself - but I was hoping to see some pictures from people who have done it before.  Thanks!!