Platinum hair has been
around for decades: from the bouncy curls of Marilyn Monroe to the shaggy punk
rock cut that Debbie Harry rocked in her prime, this look can transform your
whole image and can be worn in numerous ways as those two icons demonstrate -
from elegant to edgy. It has been popping up more than usual lately for Spring
2014, with catwalk models and celebrities opting to give this dramatic hair
trend a go.
If
you decide to try the look, try to first obtain a sample lock of platinum hair
or even use a magazine image to hold the hair colour to your face and figure
out if it will suit your complexion - this is very important as platinum hair
isn't for everyone and although it's striking, it is better if it looks
somewhat natural with your skin tone.
It
is advisable to seek a professional if you decide to go platinum as it involves
harsh bleach and other chemicals that aren't usually as simple to use as other
hair dyes. However, there are an increasing number of products available on the
shelves, particularly L'Oreal's 'Preference' and 'Feria' lines which
cater to more extreme shades if you are planning to do it yourself.
Platinum
hair requires a little more care and attention to keep it from going brassy.
Purple shampoos and conditioners help maintain that snowy hair shade without it
turning orange and are good investments if you want to keep the pure platinum
colour in check. A regular hair mask will also help repair any damage
caused by the bleach used, which can leave hair feeling dried out or
brittle.
This
may be a huge trend right now, but platinum locks are here to stay and will
always look chic with the right outfit and beauty look - so enjoy your new hair
and get experimenting!
