4. Toasted Coconut Milk
This look is a beautiful hybrid that pairs a deep, milk-brown base with lighter, warmer ends. Think of the toasted coconut aesthetic: a grounded, soft base that transitions into a warmer, toasted-almond shade at the tips. This is a perfect, modern update to the traditional ombre, as it is much softer and more blended. The warmth in the tips adds a youthful brightness to the face, making it a great option for those who want to transition from a darker, solid brown to something lighter without committing to a full-head bleach.
How to Make
Apply a medium milk-brown color to the roots and mid-lengths, ensuring a solid, opaque application. For the ends, use a lightener to lift the hair to a soft, golden-brown level. Because you want a “toasted” effect, aim for a warm, honey-toned lift rather than an icy-blonde one. Once the ends are lightened, apply a warm, coconut-toned toner over the entire head, focusing slightly more on the ends to ensure the colors meld together perfectly. Finish with a texturizing spray to enhance the movement and show off the graduation between the darker milk-brown roots and the lighter, toasted tips.
Things Needed
- Medium milk-brown base dye
- Clay-based lightener
- Honey-toned toner
- Texturizing sea salt spray
- Tint brush and bowl
- Foil sheets
- Thermal heat-protectant spray
