7. Cool Ashy Mocha Blend
Prefer cool tones? This ashy take on mocha balayage trades warmth for smoky gray-brown dimension. It’s striking on straight, sleek hair where the cool tones read extra polished.
Cool-toned brunettes need a slightly different approach — your colorist will lift a touch more and tone with ash to neutralize warmth.
What You’ll Need
- A colorist comfortable with cool-toned brunette work
- Blue or purple shampoo to keep tones icy
- A straightening iron or smoothing blowout
How to Make
- Ask for mocha balayage with an ash toner (not gold).
- Lift one level lighter than a warm version would need.
- Use cool-toned shampoo weekly to fight brassiness.
- Wear it straight to show off the smoky dimension.