Black Hair Color: It's the New Blonde!

Maybe it's the pop culture obsession with vampires or the whole Goth thing, but these days jet black hair color is so hot it has a shot at toppling blond from the Most Popular Hair Color podium.

Black hair makes a statement. Many statements, actually... Classy. Edgy. Confident. Stunning. The impression you make when you change to a black hair color really depends on you, your personality, and the hairstyle you choose.

To make sure you don't send out the wrong signals, think long and hard before settling on a black hair. For instance, an all-over application of blue-black with pale skin has a very youthful vibe. For a classy look, natural black with some reddish or brown highlights will soften the impact.

Before you decide which black is true to you, here's a quick...

Black Hair Color Reality Check

• Once you go black, it's hard to go back (unless black or dark brown are your natural colors). It requires a professional bleach job to strip the black away before recoloring.



• If switching from a much lighter color, roots will be a constant issue. Be prepared to re-touch often.



• Dying at home? Prepare for a mess. Black hair color stains everything.



• Black hair is a commitment. Do you have the time, energy and money for upkeep?



• Black hair is bold. Does it suit your personality?



• If you want more natural looking results, make sure it suits your skin tone. Not everyone can pull it off! - Safe practice is to stay within 2 shades of your own natural color.

Adding highlight to short black hair color - If you bored with bold black hair then consider adding some few pieces of contrasting highlights to enhance your look.