Brown Hair Color Ideas
The browns have it. From light to dark. Honey-drenched to dark chocolate. Ash to golden. Darkened to the deepest ebony or enriched with a red tint. Brunettes have never looked so good. Amazingly versatile, brown hair color spans the style spectrum. California beach-inspired beauty, check. Angelina Jolie-style elegance, no problem. As the base for an edgy dip dye, perfection.
Even better? It is almost universally flattering. If you are thinking about making the switch to lust-worthy glossy brown hair, the key is to optimize a rich multi-tonal look. Check out our favorite brown hair color ideas right now to find your next color inspiration.
Madison Reed Brown Hair Color Ideas
Ash Brown
Universally flattering, this classic hair color is as elegant as it gets. This gorgeous base shade works beautifully when darkened, lightened, tinted, highlighted, or glossed to create multi-dimensional hair color. See if ash brown hair color is right for you.
Torino Brown (5NA) is our ash brown.
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It’s my first time coloring my hair by myself and only my 3rd time having my hair colored ever. This was so easy!! They had everything ready- all you have to do is take it out and follow directions! And it looks incredible! They matched me perfectly! So excited to continue with Madison Reed!
Chocolate Brown
Natural, rich, creamy. Chocolate brown hair is endlessly enticing. This understated hue stands out on its own terms and radiates a feature softening warmth like no other. See if chocolate brown hair color is right for you.
Verona Brown (6NAC) is our chocolate brown.
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This whole experience was great! I usually hate dying my hair by myself, but you made it easy. Also, your product doesn't smell bad like most dyes. That's a HUGE plus. It covered all of my gray- and I have resistant grays. The color looks great. I'm so glad I tried it. I'm a convert for sure!
Medium Brown
This is a hair color nearly anyone can wear. It warms a whole gamut of complexions and has a remarkable way of highlighting brown, blue, and green eyes. Add our Color Reviving Gloss to highlight and add to the rich tones. See if medium brown is right for you.
Tuscany Brown (6NGV) is our medium brown.
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Best hair color EVER!!! Everything that was included in the kit had a purpose and was super high quality. Thank you for making such a great hair color that I can use at home. In fact my hair dresser loves the color and ordered some too,
Honey Brown
This may as well be called Hollywood blonde. This California beach-inspired color offers the perfect amount of polish to easily dress up or look effortlessly undone. See if honey brown hair color is right for you.
Lucca Light Brown (7NGV) is our honey brown.
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I had never colored my hair at home before - only at salons, and usually to go lighter. I've been letting my natural hair color grow out but found a few grays showing up. The color also looked dull so I decided to give Madison Reed a try. I was color matched with Lucca Light Brown after sending in a photo. It's been a week since I colored my hair and I love it! My hair has shine and dimension. The gray hairs are colored and my hair feels silkier. I am a fan and am excited to save money while feeling great about my color!
What is the best shade of brown hair?
The best shade of brown hair is the one that makes you feel most confident! Here are a couple of our favorites - if you have more than 75% gray and want full gray coverage our "knockout" brunette shades are the way to go. Modena Brown 5.5NNN is a medium brown that has maximum pigment deposit for resistant grays. If you do not have resistant grays, Napoli Brown 5NGV is the most beautiful chocolate brunette that has soft golden undertones to it so it is reflective and dimensional. Need more help? Use Madison Reed's Virtual Hair Color Changer to try on different shades. You can also book a free virtual hair color consultation with one of our licensed colorists today!
What is a non brassy brown hair color?
There are many beautiful options for non-brassy brunette hair. First things first, you want to choose a shade that has cool ash tones in the formula. Siena Brown 6NAV and Torino Brown 4NA are great cool brunette shades that help control and counteract warmth in the hair. Color Reviving Gloss in Cafe and Color Therapy Mask in Espresso are great color-care products to keep brown hair from going brassy.
What is the most attractive brown hair color?
The most attractive color of brown hair is the one you like best, however there are some shades that typically complement different skin tones. For example, if you have warm skin tones you might want to try brown shades that have some auburn, mahogany, or bronze tones to them. If you have a cool skin tone, then neutral, cool or chocolate tones would look beautiful. Use Madison Reed's Virtual Hair Color Changer to try them for yourself! Need more help? You can also visit a Madison Reed Hair Color Bar to have a consultation with one of our licensed colorists.
What colors show up on brown hair?
Brown hair is a great base for playing with different hues. One of the most fun ways to play with your brunette hair is to add red or mahogany tones! If you don't want to change your overall color too much and just want a little taste of red, try Color Reviving Gloss in Barolo or Amaretto. They are perfect shades to give you a shiny overlay of reddish tones that will fade after 6-8 washes.
Want Red Hair?
Want to turn your look up to 11? Red color is your ticket to check-you-out hair. But you can also opt for subtler shades, like deep mahogany Firenze Brown or burgundy hair color Trieste Red. Coloring your hair red is definitely a bright idea—how bright you want to go is up to you.
RED HAIR COLOR IDEASWant blonde hair?
Blonde color runs the gamut from natural to striking. Ashy platinum shades like Roma Blonde deliver rock-star cool. Neutral blondes, like Capri Blonde, are easy to maintain and grow out. And ultra-warm honey blondes, like Sicily Blonde, are more on-trend than avocado toast.
BLONDE HAIR COLOR IDEAS