Golden Copper Curls

Redken Global Artistic Ambassador Lindsey Olson (@lindsey.marie.olson) created this dimensional peach ginger blend at Thrive Hair Collective in Chicago. She took BTC Senior Editor Lauren Freas’ faded, all-over semi-permanent color with playful peekaboo color blocking into a peachy look, utilizing the color block for dimension. Using her signature hybrid hand-painted technique, Lindsey breaks up Lauren’s previous … <a href="https://behindthechair.com/formulas/golden-copper-curls/">Continued</a>

At the 2026 Oscars, Amelia Dimoldenberg debuted a Strawberry Suede Blonde by Jacob Schwartz (@jacobschwartzhair), Schwarzkopf Professional® U.S. Hair Color Trend Ambassador. This soft, velvety blonde features warm strawberry undertones with a blend of golden and rosy warmth, while celebrity stylist Anna Cofone (@annacofone) swept the multi-tonal look into a romantic updo. The result is … <a href="https://behindthechair.com/formulas/golden-copper-curls/">Continued</a>

Strawberry blonde is the new ‘it’ tone for clients craving warmth without feeling too coppery. This season’s trending shade is all about dimension: golden warmth meets soft rose reflection, creating that lived-in, light-catching finish that flatters every skin tone. BTC Editors spent the day with two-time #ONESHOT Hair Awards Winner and Kenra Color® Artistic Director … <a href="https://behindthechair.com/formulas/golden-copper-curls/">Continued</a>

Moroccanoil® Global Ambassador Gareth Williams (@garethwilliamshair) created this luminous golden copper glow for a client who came in as a blonde with noticeable regrowth. To build dimension and achieve that radiant, light-reflective finish, Gareth began by strategically highlighting through the midlengths and ends to maintain brightness. He then applied a custom gloss to create a … <a href="https://behindthechair.com/formulas/golden-copper-curls/">Continued</a>

When Moroccanoil® Brand Ambassador Vasile Guzu (@guzzu.hairdresser) set out to transform an old balayage, the goal was clear: create a vibrant copper shade with depth, warmth and shine—without using lightner. The result? A rich, dimensional color with high-impact gloss and a silky, healthy finish.  Vasile used Moroccanoil’s Color Rhapsody Permanent Cream Color to build brightness … <a href="https://behindthechair.com/formulas/golden-copper-curls/">Continued</a>

Redken Ambassador Sara Botsford (@sarabotsfordhair) created this shimmery, multi-tonal copper with three formulas, assisted by Alivia Tavanello (@bylivtay). Her client? BTC’s very own Senior Editor, Social & Digital Storytelling, Lauren Freas (@laurenfreas). Scroll down to get Sara’s formulas for this blonde-to-copper transformation.

This season’s standout shade is a rich strawberry copper with the high-gloss finish all your clients want. Featuring gold “saffron” undertones, learn how L’Oréal Professionnel Ambassador Melanie Hasson (@melaniemhasson) avoids hot roots, creates a shiny finish and maintains coppers at home—she’s breaking it down below. How can colorists avoid hot roots when creating coppers? “Gold … <a href="https://behindthechair.com/formulas/golden-copper-curls/">Continued</a>

Are your copper clients DIY-ing their gray coverage? Below, KEVIN.MURPHY COLOUR/STYLE.MASTER Carmen Waltz (@carmenwaltz) shares her expert strategies for correcting uneven copper canvases, eliminating old permanent color and achieving seamless, lasting results. What Can Clients Expect from a Copper & Gray Coverage Service? For this client, Carmen’s game plan included a double process. First, she covered … <a href="https://behindthechair.com/formulas/golden-copper-curls/">Continued</a>

When the weather starts to cools off, it’s about that time to spice up our client’s color with rich, warm hues. For those routine-highlight blondes who are looking to transition into their *fall era* without committing to going darker, consider opting for an on-trend gloss service. This will give your guest the feeling of a … <a href="https://behindthechair.com/formulas/golden-copper-curls/">Continued</a>

Warm, golden colors will be the hottest shades of this season, so it’s time to get ready to nail the look—learn how studio owner and PRAVANA Global Educator of the Year Taylor Rae (@taylorrae_hair) created these gorgeous soft copper curls with tons of dimension on a natural Level 4 base. Taylor spilled her toning formulas … <a href="https://behindthechair.com/formulas/golden-copper-curls/">Continued</a>