This post will teach you everything you need to know about blonde vs brunette vs red hair, with tips on getting and maintaining all three colors.

“New Year, new me” is a common phrase this time of year. While not all of us have a list of resolutions or clear goals to accomplish, this month is always associated with change. For many of us, hair is always our go-to when we want to see and feel an innovation in ourselves. This is because hair does change your overall look, good or bad.

In the words of Phoebe Waller-Bridge:

Hair is everything. We wish it wasn’t so we could actually think about something else occasionally. But it is. It’s the difference between a good day and a bad day. We’re meant to think that it’s a symbol of power, that it’s a symbol of fertility. Some people are exploited for it and it pays your fucking bills. Hair is everything.

-Phoebe Waller-Bridge

It can be scary to make a drastic change to your hair. I love to dye and cut my hair; for me it isn’t such a big deal to make the change. But for a lot of people it is a big, scary step.

Here, I’m going to give you the inside scoop on the three classic colors people change their hair to: blonde vs brunette vs redhead. These hues are usually the first step to something bigger, like fantasy colors.

I’ve had all three hair colors and I’m sharing every single tip I’ve learned during this journey, to help you decide which color is right for you.

Let’s get started!

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Before the Dye: Tips

Tip #1: If you want to see a change, first try a haircut or parting your hair differently

It’s easy to get wrapped up and confused when you want to change your hair. There are tons of inspiration images online to convince you that dying your hair is the best way to see change. It might make you take a plunge that you’ll later regret.