The strategic placement draws attention to your features while maintaining your rich brown base elsewhere.
The face-framing approach requires less overall processing while still creating noticeable impact.
This flattering technique works particularly well for heart—and oval-shaped faces.
The contrast between dark brown and amber creates a beautiful dimensional effect that looks expensive and purposeful.
14: Mahogany Ribbon Highlights
These rich, reddish-brown highlights add vibrant dimension to dark brown hair.
The mahogany tones create a subtle yet striking contrast that enhances your brunette base.
The ribbon-like placement creates natural movement throughout your hair.
This warming technique particularly complements neutral and olive skin tones.
The rich color dimension looks especially stunning in curly and wavy hair textures.
15: Caramel Contour Balayage
This strategic technique places hand-painted caramel highlights to enhance your face shape and features.
The natural application creates a dimension that looks completely sun-kissed and effortless.
The balayage method ensures a soft grow-out with no harsh lines.
This flattering approach works on all hair lengths and textures, from pixies to long layers.
The warm tones brighten your complexion while the dark base maintains depth and richness.
16: Honey Drip Ombré
This gradient technique features a dramatic transition from deep brown at the roots to rich honey at the ends.
The bold yet natural color shift adds significant dimension and movement.
The concentrated color at the ends minimizes damage to your hair overall.
This statement-making approach particularly flatters square and heart-shaped faces.
The dramatic contrast creates visual interest while remaining in the natural color family.
17: Espresso and Hazelnut Dimension
This sophisticated combination features subtle hazelnut highlights woven through a rich espresso base.
The tone-on-tone approach creates a natural dimension without stark contrast.
The similar color family means minimal maintenance and graceful growing out.
This elegant option particularly flatters those with warm skin undertones.
The subtle dimension enhances layers and movement in your haircut while remaining understated.
18: Cinnamon Swirl Balayage
This warming technique features hand-painted cinnamon tones swirled throughout dark brown hair.
The spicy highlights create a natural-looking dimension that enhances your base color.
The painted application ensures a soft, natural-looking result with no harsh lines. This rich option adds warmth that particularly flatters cool skin tones.
Ask your stylist to concentrate slightly brighter pieces around your face for a flattering, complexion-enhancing effect.
19: Bronde Money Piece
This contemporary technique incorporates brighter, “bronde” (brown-blonde) highlights concentrated around your face.
The face-framing highlights brighten your complexion while your dark brown base maintains depth elsewhere.
The strategic placement means less overall processing while creating maximum impact.
This trendy approach works particularly well for those wanting noticeable results with minimal commitment.
