What is Pearl Blonde? Diving into the Hair World’s Hidden Treasure

Pearl blonde is a mesmerizing and luminescent hair colour that has taken the beauty world by storm. In this blog, Laura Elliott, Head of Education at Neäl & Wølf shares her guide to the shade, with tips on how to maintain and achieve the hue.

1. What colour is pearl blonde?

Pearl blonde is a soft, creamy shade of blonde with an iridescent shimmer that resembles the sheen of natural pearls. This shade blends violet and icy tones to create a multidimensional effect, adding a depth and shine that makes hair look polished. The result? A luxurious yet striking blonde that is guaranteed to turn heads.

2. What skin tone is best for pearl blonde hair?

Pearl blonde tends to work best on people with cooler skin tones. This is because the violet shades in the hair work in harmony with the blue hues in cooler complexions. This can neutralise the skin tone and prevent it from appearing washed out. For more information on skin tone and colour, read our blog: What Hair Colour Suits Me? A Guide to Choosing the Right Shade

3. What is the difference between pearl blonde and ash blonde?

Pearl blonde and ash blonde are similar in that both are at the cooler end of the blonde spectrum. However, pearl blonde is much more creamy and silvery in appearance, whereas ash blonde is muted and smokey. Ash blonde also tends to have grey undertones, but pearl blonde has violet hues under the surface. Which colour you choose is down to you!

4. Is pearl blonde similar to champagne blonde?

Pearl blonde and champagne blonde are both the same hair colour type, but this is where the similarities end. Champagne blonde is a much warmer shade, with beige and blush undertones that can be compared to a glass of bubbles. Pearl blonde is much cooler, with lighter undertones. 

5. Is pearl blonde pink?

No, pearl blonde is not completely pink. However, it can have a subtle pink sheen under certain lighting conditions. This effect comes from the violet undertones in the shade, highlighted further by the glow and shine within the hair.

6. How do you get pearl blonde hair?

Achieving pearl blonde hair starts with a trip to your local stylist. Neäl & Wølf salons can recommend our new GLAZE colour, 10P. This True Demi Toner is a fast acting colour that leaves hair with a vibrant shine, key to finishing off the pearl blonde shade. Find out more: GLAZE Demi Toner

7. How do you maintain pearl blonde hair?

Between visiting your hair colourist for touch ups, purple shampoo is the key to keeping your pearl blonde looking its best. The violet pigment in this product keeps brassy hues at bay, allowing you to maintain the hair’s cooler tones. We’d recommend massaging hair with our BLONDE Purple Brightening Shampoo, rinse and finish with BLONDE Purple Brightening Conditioner. Browse all our products for blonde hair: Blonde Hair Products

Pearl blonde is a stunning shade that brings a touch of luxury to your look. Ready to let your hair shine? Find your local salon today and talk to your stylist about our new 10P GLAZE shade: Find your Neäl & Wølf salon