While getting older and dealing with unwanted gray hair isn't exactly ideal, there is one benefit that comes with it: an excuse to change your hair color! Whether it's blonde, brown or even something colorful, if you've ever wanted to take the plunge and try a new shade, we'd say there's never been a better time to do it. Are you looking for the best hair color for women over 50? Below we introduce you to 21 hair colors that might inspire you to completely change your look. If you also want a new haircut, you can read our article “Modern hairstyles for women over 50" read.
Silber
There was a time when going gray was something many women feared, and silver was certainly not a hair color people asked for at the hairdresser. But times have changed. Nowadays, gray colored hair is very popular due to its cool, modern look. If you're still ready to jump on this trend bandwagon at 50, then you can do the cool one tooSalt-and-Pepper-Looktry. Also, ask your hairdresser for advice on how to care for your new color once you have it.
Dark lowlights create more depth in silver-gray hair
Aschblond
Another trendy hair color for women over 50 is ash blonde. It is a beautiful cool blonde with a matte ash tone and suits cool skin types best. The ash blonde hair color is also a great option thanks to its cool undertonesto conceal gray hair.
Ash blonde is a natural, ashy blonde
Bronze brown
Do you have brown hair? Then you can give your brunette mane a metallic shimmer with bronze. This hair color is ideal for women over 50 because it gives the hair a liveliness and also looks particularly feminine.
Bronze sometimes has a golden and reddish tone
With some golden baby lights the look looks super natural
Burgunderrot
Do you prefer something unusual? You have our support! Getting older doesn't mean you can't experiment with hair colors. Give your mane a fiery touch with wine red. This dark red hair color radiates a lot of self-confidence and also looks particularly elegant.
Golden brown
If you have warm skin tone and medium brown hair, golden brown may be right for you. Shimmering gold tones bring elegant variety to your hair and give it a real glow effect. The golden reflections in the hair are also useful if you want to hide a few annoying gray hairs.
Brown hair is enhanced with golden highlights
copper
Another pretty hair color for women over 50 is copper! Even if you are not naturally blessed with this shade of red, you can still get it in your 50s. Copper is available in different shades and can appear both intensely bright and natural and warm.
The brown version with a copper touch is less bright
Creme-Blond
If ash blonde doesn't suit your taste, a warm, creamy blonde might be right for you! This hair color is ideal for natural blondes who simply want to add a little vibrancy to their hair. This creamy blonde is best flattering on women with fair complexions and blue eyes.
Cream blonde looks smooth and silky
Platinum blonde / white blonde
If you notice that your gray hair tends to be white, platinum blonde might be just the right hair color for you. A white-blonde, almost white mane is a super chic way to proudly display your hair as you age. Best of all, this modern hair color requires minimal touch-ups if you have a gray hairline.
Light reddish brown (Dark Ginger)
With Dark Ginger you get the best of both worlds. The combination of brown and red gives the hair a bright, dynamic color cast. The warm rust brown is particularly flattering for women with a warm undertone.
Silberblond
Silver and blonde are a stunning combination, especially when it comes to hair colors for older women. This cool blonde tone has silver undertones that pair beautifully with unwanted gray hair. The hairdresser can also skillfully conceal thesesilver streaks in her hairincorporate.
Silver strands give blonde hair a new shine
Chocolate brown
Sometimes it's best to stick with the classics. If you want to keep your mane looking natural and youthful, a chocolate brown hair color might be worth trying. This rich, warm shade of brown is a hair color that never goes out of style.
Smoky blue
Speaking of youthful hair colors: Maybe you fancy an unusual shade? Colorful hair colors are suitable for all ages! Smokey blue is not only a trendy hair color but also looks stunning on silvery gray hair.
Oblique bob in ombré look
Pastellrosa
Do you prefer pink to blue? We have the solution for you! A light, pastel hair color is another stylish idea for women over 50. You can dye your hair completely pink or opt for pastel pink highlights.
Honey blonde
This rich, warm honey blonde with gold and caramel tones looks as sweet as her namesake tastes! The warm blonde tone is particularly flattering for women with medium and olive skin tones and also highlights green eyes beautifully.
Honey blonde highlights add movement to your hair
Ash brown
If you are naturally brunette, you should try the ash brown hair color. The ashy undertones of this color help cover up the cool, gray streaks in your mane.
Mahogany brown hair color
Not only is mahogany brown a trendy hair color, but it's also a great way to add a subtle shade of red to your brunette mane. The brown hair color with red undertones creates a beautiful, warm head of hair. By the way, you can find more ideas for a slanted bob in our article “The modern bob hairstyles with A-line (short at the back, long at the front)“
Rose gold
Rose gold is the trendy hair color par excellence. This metallic hair tone is a real eye-catcher and looks good with both brown and blonde hair. If you feel like pushing yourself a little outside your comfort zone, have your stylist add a few highlights of rose color to your hair.
Champagnerblond
We're ready to pop some champagne corks and celebrate this stunning hair color. Whether you are 21 or 51, this hair color looks beautiful on women of all ages. The beautiful blonde tone is a mix of warm and cool shades and can therefore be adapted to all skin types.
The result looks even more beautiful if additional light reflections are placed in the hair
Chestnut brown / Dark reddish brown
What happens when you mix dark brown with a touch of red? An auburn hair color, of course! This is a great hair color for anyone looking to add a slight twist to their brunette mane using red undertones.
Babylights make hair appear more lively
Blue and black
Even if you think you have to give up dark hair colors as you get older to disguise your gray hair, we can tell you that's not the case. A blue-black hair color can also help with this task due to the cool undertones. If you have olive or dark skin, this color will be particularly flattering on your complexion.
Beige Blond
Last, but not least, on our list of hair colors for women over 50 is a romantic beige blonde. This shade of blonde with beige shimmer lies somewhere between honey blonde and ashy champagne blonde. The hair color makes a warm complexion with golden undertones shine.
Short hairstyle for gray hair: With these looks you can perfectly showcase your silver mane!
