How to Choose the Right Hair Fiber Color

Match hair fibers to your root color, mix shades for highlights and gray, and test in daylight before you commit.

1. Look at your roots in daylight

   Indoor light makes hair look darker. Check by a window.

2. Match the root, not the ends

   Ends are often lighter from sun or color.

3. When in doubt, go darker

   A darker shade reads as shadow. A lighter one reads as scalp.

4. Mix for gray and salt-and-pepper

   Combine black or brown with gray, or choose a brand with a salt-and-pepper shade.

5. Buy the smallest size first

   Test a 12g bottle before you commit to a large size or refill.