Cosmopolitan - November 2016 UK

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WHO’S IT BEST FOR? Golden blondes (you’re halfway there) and light brunettes, as you’re
basically adding a peachy pink tint to an already soft, warm shade. “Just avoid rose gold if your
skin has yellow undertones, as the colours will clash,” says Howard.
GET THE LOOK: “Multi-tonal shades add depth and movement,” says Howard. To be clear,
we’re not talking about highlights that are the same width from roots to ends, giving that
’90s piano effect (Rachel Green, we’re looking at you). A modern approach is to ‘stretch’
several variations of rose gold through the hair. “I pre-lightened the hair to banish brassiness,”
says Howard, “then graduated two demi-permanent shades, from a deep copper at the
roots to pink on the tips, and let random strands of blonde peek through.”
MAINTAIN YOUR SHADE: Between salon visits, alternate a mask full of moisturising coconut
oil one month (Pureology Colour Fanatic Instant Deep-Conditioning Mask, £26, is good), with
a protein-rich mask such as Kérastase Nutritive Masque Magistral, £29, the next. “Everything in
moderation,” says Howard. “If a protein mask is overused, protein molecules can fill in areas of
damage, causing hair to become too rigid and break. Relying on a moisturising mask can lead to
sensitivity as oil clogs pores.” Once a week, use a shampoo with tiny amounts of dye to keep your
colour rich and glossy. Bleach London Rose Shampoo, £6, intensifies pink tones, or use Davines
Alchemic Shampoo in Copper, £14.50, if you want strands to resemble a shiny new penny.
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