10 *Super Flattering* Light Blonde Hair Color Ideas That Will Transform Your Look

When you talk about “hair transformations” somehow blonde quickly comes to mind. There’s nothing quite like bleaching your tresses to give yourself a totally new look—especially if you’re current ‘do is a basic brown shade. 

Though going blonde is a lot of fun, there’s a lot to think about when it comes to maintaining this stunning color. Not to mention, it takes more than one bleaching session to get that covetable shade of blonde you’ve been seeing all over Instagram. We’re talking about this particular shade that’s an easy favorite of influencers and celebrities: light blonde. 

But, what is Light Blonde Hair exactly?

There’s blonde—a yellowish shade or in hairstylist terms is a level 9-10 pale yellow—then there’s light blonde. Basically, this color is anything on the light-hued color spectrum of blonde and encompasses all the fair and ash shades, too.

How can I get light blonde hair?

According to expert colorist Fendi of Nue Studio salon (aka @fendidudi on Instagram), you can go blonde just after one salon sesh. “The bleaching session all depends on the hair strength and condition. If the hair was rebonded, permed, or had a harsh bleach application beforehand, I don’t recommend doing the color. But if the hair is in good condition, I can achieve the pale yellow in one application avoiding the damage or even drying out the hair,” he tells Cosmo.ph.

But to be completely honest, getting the right yellow shade is easier said than done because Pinay’s have naturally dark hair. “It’s tricky and it could cause damage and dryness to achieve the level 9-10 [blonde shade], if the stylist doesn’t have enough experience or knowledge on how to achieve this particular shade of blonde.”

How do I maintain light blonde hair?

Like any other hair color that requires pre-lightening or bleaching, the upkeep is no joke! That means be prepared to buy the right products to keep your color as fresh and your hair as healthy pre-bleach. “Buy a good shampoo from your salon and follow the stylist's honest advice regarding the products,” Fendi shares. “Shampoo every other day, too!”

“Regarding treatment, I recommend visiting the salon once a week for deep [conditioning] treatment if you’re willing to keep your blonde hair in great condition. This is also to maintain the perfect shine and bounce. If you have no time [to go to the salon weekly], a good quality [home] treatment every three days done the right way will help. I also advise my clients how to do the application at home,” the stylist advises. 

10 Light Blonde Hair Color Ideas You Should Totally Try

Now that you know what it takes to go light blonde, here are some super cute ideas that’ll give your look an instant makeover! Now you’ll definitely know why blondes have a helluva lot of fun!

1. Light Ash Blonde 

   Not a fan of a brassy yellow? Then ask your stylist to wash it down with a cool ashy hue to keep the color soft and neutral. (Photo source)

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2. Platinum Blonde

   If you want a fashion-forward color to match your trendy cut, you can’t go wrong with platinum blonde! Be warned, this color requires a lot of upkeep. But if you want your roots to grow out beautifully, make sure to ask your colorist to apply it strategically so you don’t need to keep coming back for touch-ups. (Photo source)

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3. Blonde Rose Gold 

   Rose gold is an undeniably flattering shade that looks great on most skin tones. The problem is, this color tends to become brassy pretty quickly! The trick is to have a semi-permanent dye ready at home so you can tone your tresses every once in a while. You can also achieve rose gold when you dye your hair pastel pink—the color would most likely fade into this peachy shade. (Photo source)

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4. Gray Light Blonde 

   Looking for a head-turning blonde ‘do? Then go gray! But be warned, this color works best on girls who have medium to fair skin. Gray has the tendency to look muddy on deeper skin tones if you pick the wrong hue. (Photo source)

   

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5. Balayage Light Blonde

   Applying light blonde as a balayage will look so much more natural than having it done as a solid color. This is also best if you’re sporting a hairstyle with no depth or texture—the color would give your hair the dimension it currently lacks! (Photo source)

   

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6. Deep Ash Light Blonde

   Tone down the blonde with this cool and neutral ash. This also borderlines brown which is a safe color to get no matter your complexion. (Photo source)

   

7. Chunky Light Blonde Highlights

   Can’t commit to a full-on light blonde ‘do? Try it as highlights first! Light blonde is the perfect shade to get as highlights to create instant volume and texture. (Photo source)

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8. Milk Tea Light Blonde

   Milk tea hair has become a popular hair color over the years and we totally see why! Go for the blonder version of this trendy color that comes across as a dreamy soft beige hue that’s simply flattering! (Photo source)

   

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9. Ombre Milk Tea Light Blonde

   What’s better than milk tea hair? A milk tea and light blonde fusion! This ombre color allows you to have darker roots that beautifully transition into this cool light blonde. This is the perfect style to try if you’re not ready to commit to blonde but kind of want to dip (pun intended) into the trend. (Photo source) 

   

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10. Ash Light Blonde Highlights

    If ‘90s-style highlights are too obvious for a natural gal like you, then get them done as very subtle thinly spliced highlights on dark brown hair! This kind of application technique will give your hair a sun-kissed kind of color boost as if you’ve spent your life living on the beach. And to be honest, who wouldn’t want that? (Photo source) 

    

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