3 Ways to Wear It: Aqua Hair

Woman with short, aqua blue hair with loose waves

Rihanna called it. Aqua hair is in, and it’s helping us relive summer’s ocean vibes, with a sea of beautiful blue-green manes making waves on social media. If the bubblegum pink look isn’t for you – but you still want to rock a bold hair hue for autumn – try the marine dream color trend with these tips from Wella Professionals…

ICY AQUA HUES

Take the plunge with an icy aqua hue that matches autumn’s dipping temperatures. This shade was created using a blend of Color Touch iNSTAMAT!C shades - 1 part Ocean Storm, 1 part Jade Mint, 1 part Clear – and the Intensive Emulsion Developer 4% 13 Volume

Image: @mr.mishwu

Image of woman with aqua hair created using Wella Professionals products
Image of woman with aqua hair created using Wella Professionals products

STORMY SEA SHADES

Go for a slightly grey-toned blue to create an ultra-wearable aqua. This pixie crop was pre-lightened, then toned first with Wella Professionals Illumina 10/1 followed by a secondary toner of Color Touch iNSTAMAT!Cin Ocean Storm.

Image: @eduard_ghazaryan

INTO THE DEEP DEPTH SHADING

On dark hair, try deep marine depth shading that’s bold, bright and beautifully blended. Pair with flowing waves for a color melt look that will bring out the shine in your aqua locks. To achieve these tones, your colorist could use the Koleston Perfect portfolio, which includes a whole spectrum of blue and turquoise shades that can be custom-blended to your ideal hue.

Image: @laceymcevoyhair

Image of woman with aqua hair created using Wella Professionals products