Thanks to Disney, we too often think of red when we picture mermaid hair colors. Everyone’s favorite ginger princess is kind of boring, though.

Today’s mermaids are bold, vibrant, and in love with vivid colors. They’re confident, unique, and no longer content to hide under the sea where no one can see their striking tresses. If you’ve always dreamed of living that mermaid life with long green, teal, or turquoise hair, it’s your time to shine.

Mermaid hair is so trendy that there are thousands of blog posts dedicated to it. Some quirky celebrities have given the color a try so that they can feel like a mermaid too. If you want to find your inner mermaid, then why not try taking a hair idea from our latest list of mermaid hair color shades.

Mermaid Hair Color Shades

Eager to make a splash? The next time you hit up the hair salon, tell your stylist that you’re ready for a mermaid hair color.

The best news is that there’s no limit to that descriptor. Mermaids wear their hair in a rainbow of colors. From pink and purple to gray and blue, you’ll find an all-over color or eye-popping mermaid hair color combinations that are perfect for you.

1. Short Mermaid Hair

The back of this short haircut is bluntly cut while the front is long, straight, and layered. The color, however, is what gives it its glow: green, blue and purple are three bombshell colors that look great together. 

2. Pastel Mermaid Hair Color

Pastel hair color is all the rage these days. Add pink, light green, purple and blue for major mermaid vibes. Curl the ends and brush out for loose waves.

3. Blonde Hair + Mermaid Tips

Another great way to add mermaid vibes to your long hair is with purple and pink. The primary color may be light blonde, but the style is turned up when you give it these gorgeous flirty colors. Add tight curls to the ends for volume.