Bee Inspired: All the Buzz About the Honey Blonde Hair Colour

With golden appeal, the honey blonde hair colour is one of the sweetest new trends. In this blog, Laura Elliott, Head of Education at Neäl & Wølf shares everything you need to know about the shade, from understanding the tones to tips for maintaining it. Whether you’re considering a colour change or just want to learn more, you’re in the right place.

1. What colour is honey blonde?

Honey blonde is a warm, golden shade of blonde that has hints of yellow and amber tones. It is inspired by the rich hue of fresh honey - bright with a natural glow that isn’t too dark. The shade works well to add dimension, mimicking the look of sunlight hitting your hair to bring a style that looks vibrant all year round.

2. Is honey blonde brassy?

Honey blonde isn’t brassy, but it does have warm tones. Brassiness happens when hair takes on unwanted orange or yellow tones, usually because it’s not maintained properly. To keep your honey blonde hair looking fresh and not brassy, use products that help balance the tone and keep it looking its best - read on for our recommendations.

3. What skin tone does honey blonde look good on?

This shade looks amazing on warm to medium skin tones as it enhances your natural glow and gives a sun-kissed effect. This can make your skin appear much more luminous and vibrant. Find out more about matching colour and skin tones: What Hair Colour Suits Me? A Guide to Choosing the Right Shade

4. Is honey blonde the same as caramel blonde?

No, honey blonde and caramel blonde are different shades. Honey blonde is lighter and has more golden-yellow tones, while caramel blonde is deeper and has more brown tones. Honey blonde gives you a brighter look, whereas caramel blonde is richer and darker. Choosing between the two often comes down to the personal preference.

5. Does honey blonde make you look younger?

Yes, it can! Honey blonde’s warm tones brighten up your face and soften your features, giving you a more youthful look. It also blends well with grey hair, to give a natural look that gives your complexion a radiant glow. This colour’s soft, natural vibe makes it ideal for creating a look that’s timeless and flattering at any age. 

6. How do you get honey blonde hair?

To get honey blonde hair, we’d recommend visiting your local stylist. Neäl & Wølf salons can recommend our new GLAZE colour mix, 10GV. This True Demi Toner is a fast acting solution that gives a super shine, so you can get honey blonde hair quickly and easily. Learn more: GLAZE Demi Toner

7. How do you go from ash blonde to honey blonde?

Switching from ash blonde to honey blonde is about warming up your hair colour. Since ash blonde has cool undertones, it’s essential to work with a stylist who can carefully balance the colour transition so it looks seamless. Our GLAZE Collection can again be useful here to aid in the process.

8. How do you go from platinum blonde to honey blonde?

To go from platinum blonde to honey blonde, you’ll need to add some depth and warmth to your hair. Since platinum hair can absorb colour quickly, it’s best to let a professional handle it with GLAZE Demi Toner to make sure the result is even and beautiful. For more information on platinum blonde, read our blog: How to Maintain Platinum Blonde Hair

9. What happens if you use purple shampoo on honey blonde hair?

There is a common myth that purple shampoo can’t be used on honey blonde hair. However, this myth is far from the truth! Purple shampoo can preserve your warm, golden tones without letting brassy colours in. Massage our BLONDE Purple Brightening Shampoo root to tip to protect and enhance locks, then rinse and finish with BLONDE Purple Brightening Conditioner. Browse all our products for blonde hair: Blonde Hair Products

10. How do you maintain honey blonde hair?

As well as using purple shampoo, visit your stylist for touch ups that keep the golden tones vibrant and even. We would also recommend using heat protecting products when hair styling to avoid dry locks and colour fade. Our MIRACLE Rapid Blow-Dry Mist protects from heat damage, as well as speeding up drying time by up to 50%. It also uses violet pigments to keep brassy tones at bay.

Honey blonde is the golden shade that can brighten your look all year round. If you’re ready to take the plunge, speak to your stylist about creating the perfect honey blonde look for you with our new 10CG GLAZE mixed shade. Plan your transformation: Find your Neäl & Wølf salon