In the following article, you will learn what hair colors and types are because the level of your hair—and even your hair type—is important in determining what color you want to have in the future or what products are suitable for your hair.
Changing hair colors can feel exciting! It’s like getting a fresh start or showing off a new side of yourself.
Have you ever thought about trying a different shade? Maybe a sunny golden blonde for summer or a rich chocolate brown for winter? Whatever you pick, your hair color can shine and reflect your identity!
Hair colors and types
If we asked you what your real hair color is, would you know? If you’re like us, your “real” hair color isn’t so real anymore. Whether you dye, bleach, lighten, or do any other color treatment, your natural hair color can be a burdensome answer. But it’s important to know—especially if you dye your hair.
This is where “hair levels” come into play. Every hairdresser has a universal system (yes, all hairdressers use the same) for determining hair color. It consists of 10 numbers that categorize how light or dark your hair is—1 being the darkest black and 10 being the lightest blonde.
When you head to the salon for a little (or big) color change, the shade you choose will depend on your hair’s current “level” and where you want to go. You may be wondering what your current level is. To find out, carefully take a section of hair from the top of your head and hold it away from the rest. Compare it with the hair level chart.
Since the level of your hair—and even your hair type—is important in determining what color you want to be in the future, let’s take a look at the details.
Just like hair level, hair can vary greatly in texture, thickness, and curl pattern. These differences are called “hair types,” and knowing yours helps in choosing products as well as cutting and styling techniques.
