Changing your hair colour for autumn is an exciting way to embrace the season, but it also necessitates a thoughtful update to your makeup routine.
Inspiration For Change
As the leaves shift from vibrant greens to rich red, orange, and gold hues, many people feel inspired to change their hair colour to reflect the beauty of autumn. I know I have had every hair colour going at some point!
This seasonal transformation often calls for an update to your makeup routine to ensure a harmonious and flattering look. Understanding the interplay between warm and cool tones and the natural changes in your skin’s appearance during the cooler months is essential to enhancing your new hair colour.
When selecting a new hair colour for autumn, it’s crucial to consider its undertones and how they interact with your complexion and makeup. Hair colours generally fall into two categories: warm and cool tones. Warm tones include shades of copper, golden blonde, and rich auburn, while cool tones encompass ashy blondes, deep browns, and blue-black hues.
Understanding Warm and Cool Tones
If you opt for a warm-toned hair colour, your makeup should complement this change. Think of incorporating earthy eyeshadows like bronze, terracotta, and gold. For your cheeks, warm peach or coral blushes can add a lovely flush that harmonises with your hair. Lip colours in shades of warm reds, burnt oranges, and soft browns will also enhance your overall look.
Conversely, if your new hair colour falls into the cool-toned category, your makeup should follow suit to maintain a cohesive appearance. Eyeshadows in shades of taupe, cool greys, and icy blues can create a striking contrast. Cool-toned blushes in soft pinks or plums can add a natural flush, and lip colours in berry, wine, and cool red shades will ensure your makeup complements your hair beautifully.
Adjusting for the Cooler Months
The weather cools down as autumn progresses, and our skin can often appear paler due to reduced sun exposure. This seasonal change is an excellent opportunity to adjust your makeup routine to create a fresh and radiant complexion.
A luminescent primer or foundation is one way to achieve a healthy glow during the cooler months. These products can add a subtle radiance to your skin, making it look more vibrant and youthful. Additionally, consider incorporating a bronzer into your makeup routine. Even a light dusting on the high points of your face — such as your cheekbones, temples, and the bridge of your nose — can impart a sun-kissed warmth that combats the winter pallor.
Creating a Safe Glow
Several safe and effective methods are available to add more warmth to your complexion without relying on tanning beds or excessive sun exposure,. Self-tanning products, such as gradual tanning lotions or drops, can provide a believable, sun-kissed glow. Select a product that suits your skin tone and follow the application instructions carefully to avoid streaks or an unnatural finish.
Another option is to use makeup products specifically designed to mimic the effect of a natural tan. Liquid or powder bronzers can be applied strategically to the face and décolletage to create a warm, healthy glow. For a more luminous effect, highlighters in golden or champagne tones can be swept across the high points of your face to catch the light and add dimension.
You can ensure a cohesive and flattering look by understanding the relationship between warm and cool tones and adapting your products to suit the cooler months. The key is to enhance your natural beauty and harmonise your new hair colour with your makeup. This autumn, let your transformation be a complete and stunning success.
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Author: Caroline Camber
Caroline Camber is a professional makeup artist and skincare expert working throughout North Wales, Shropshire and Cheshire. She specialises in bridal, occasion and prom makeup but also gives one-to-one makeup consultations and lessons. For more information, visit carolinecamber.com, email hello@carolinecamber.com or call 07814 442 041.
