If you’re craving a hairstyle transformation right now, the trend is clear. In the fall of 2023, blondes are in fashion. The shades look fantastic, attractive, elegant, but there’s one problem. What if you’re currently a brunette? There are a few things you’ll want to keep in mind because transitioning from brown to blonde is a big deal. The ultimate goal should be healthy hair in the shade you desire. If you rush the process or ignore advice, you might risk damaging your hair, making it dry, or even causing it to fall out. Another unwanted side effect of going from dark to light hair is the wrong shade. You almost certainly don’t want reddish tones peeking out from under your Barbie blonde, right? So, before you decide to visit a hair salon, read what awaits you if you decide to go from brunette to blonde.
Preparing to transition from dark to light hair
Before embarking on the journey of becoming a blonde, you’ll need to decide which shade of blonde you want. If you want to see how different shades of blonde, like ash or honey, will look on you, try one of the virtual hair coloring tools. Transitioning from brown to very light blonde hair requires bleaching, and the darker your starting shade, the more work it will take to achieve your desired blonde shade. If you have dark brown hair and want to become a blonde, don’t expect your hair to magically transform into a beautiful blonde after one visit to the hairdresser. It’s important to remember that it may take several sessions of bleaching and coloring to achieve the dream shade.
Is it possible to “pull off” blonde hair at home?
If you’re going from dark to light hair, entrust it to a hairdresser. If you insist on coloring at home, always follow the instructions on the hair dye. When aiming for a very light blonde shade, or if your base color is very dark, you’ll need to bleach your hair. In any case, our advice is to go to a hairdresser.
How long does it take to achieve the desired blonde hair shade?
The time it takes to transition from brunette to blonde depends on your initial base color. If you have lighter hair, you can become a blonde in one to two sessions. However, if you have dark brown hair, consider a realistic time frame of two to four months. You want to give your hair enough time to recover between bleaching sessions (about four to six weeks), so keep that in mind when trying to determine the time frame.
What does the transition from dark to light hair look like?
If you have light brown hair and want to become a blonde, it will require lightening the base color by a level or two. It’s very possible that one session of highlights and a toner application will be enough before you achieve the desired light hair shade. If you have dark brown hair, you’ll need to be patient, but it’s entirely achievable. Whether you’re coloring your hair at the salon or doing it at home, you’ll likely need to bleach your hair multiple times. During this period, make sure to treat your hair with protein masks to strengthen it before the next bleaching session. It’s also important to avoid (or minimize) heat styling with a hairdryer or straightener and use mild shampoos that protect the color.
