Following the release of the long awaited Marilyn Monroe Biopic, "Blonde" we know golden locks are officially back! If you are itching to make the transition over to the cool-toned side you are not alone. In fact, a collective consensus among hair experts predicts that the hair hue will be as big as ever in 2023. Hair Health & Trend Forecasting Expert Tom Smithhas declared bleached ‘Barbie Blonde’ the colour of summer as Margot Robbie takes to the big screen as Barbie in July later this year.
However, when making the decision to transform your hair, it can be quite daunting. Remember when Selena Gomez transitioned to platinum blonde in 2017? Her hairstylist, Riawna Capri, said the singer sat in the chair for almost eight hours and they used over 200 pieces of foil! Before you take the plunge, let's talk haircare necessities.
Invest In Blonde Repair Shampoos And Conditioners
Dying your hair blonde with a permanent dye can be quite damaging due to the bleaching agents. Halley Brisker, Ana de Armes' hair stylist said, 'I would always recommend ensuring that you are using some form of bond repair shampoos and conditioners before and after the process to ensure you are helping to repair structures in need of attention.'
Brisker recommends using the Viviscal Densifying Conditioner, £6.69, which is packed with ingredients such as Biotin and Keratin which strengthen the hair.
Try To Minimise Heat
Dying your hair blonde can cause it to become fragile too, so laying off heat tools when you can is beneficial. Expert Halley Brisker recommends at steering clear of them for at least one week after the treatment.
Introduce Hair Supplements Into Your Everyday Routine
For that extra health boost, try adding hair supplements to your daily routine can reduce breakage and shedding, by tackling things from the inside out.
10 Blonde Celebrity Hair Inspiration Pictures To Show Your Hairstylist
It can often be hard to decipher what shade will suit you, so we have complied a selection of blonde styles ranging from strawberry blonde to honey blonde to help. Welcome to your very own hair inspiration Pinterest board.
We can now call on Margot Robbie's shade of Barbie blonde thanks to her upcoming movie! This naturally styled look is perfect for everyday.
Beehive this one is for you. If you're looking for a subtle Blonde, Beyonce's signature caramel blonde could be right up your street.
Now Gwen Stefani is known for her iconic super blonde hair. Being a natural brunette, her platinum blonde finish with subtle honey hues is perfect for someone who wants to completely transform their look.
Influencer Matilda Djerf is famous for her vanilla girl aesthetic. Her hair is always styled in a fluffy blowout with signature curtain bangs. Lush.
Amy Adams is known for her strawberry blonde hair. We particularly love this flash from the past beehive look!
Billie Eilish recently made the transition to blonde. Here we can see her bleach blonde yellow hair which is often styled in a 70's shag. Very fitting and packed with retro Hollywood style notes.
Cynthia Erivo's silvery blonde buzzcut is definitely for those who dare. Think: icy and full-on statement.
JLo's blonde is for those that don't want to completely risk it all. With brown roots and caramel tips this is for those that crave a natural lift.
Now Gigi Hadid's look is a light ashy blonde which features dark roots. An alternative if you don't want to full head of blonde hair.
Reese Witherspoon's blonde is a case study for the perfect blonde aka Miss Legally Blonde. We've seen her showcase her locks over the years on screen and we never get bored.
Main image: Instagram @matildadjerf, @beyonce and @gwenstefani