If you've ever been torn between going red or staying brown, mahogany might be that colour that solves the dilemma. It's a subtle way to not commit fully to any colour yet rich and flattering in almost all skin tones. Mahogany is the perfect blend of cool brown and warm red. If you want something rich but lighter than red, this is it.
What Is Mahogany Hair?
When people try to describe mahogany colour, they often reach for terms like “earthy red,” “brown with a pulse” etc., but that doesn't capture the entire personality of mahogany. It wears the sophistication of the red and brown colours without feeling confused.
Mahogany is closer to burgundy and near red only in sunlight. This colour can be adapted in different ways and still be as rich as crimson or as fiery as copper. Even with this, there's no reason to be confused; it's best when you find your balance without overwhelming your features.
Mahogany Brown vs. Mahogany Red Hair
Both mahogany brown hair and mahogany red hair colour have become the trend but they are two colours with entirely different looks that cannot be mistaken. Mahogany brown hair colour works better on hair with darker bases. What this needs is that brunettes have a better shot at this than other hair colours.
It's perfect for you if you don't want to go too far away from your light or medium brown roots. This shade offers a more natural look but with more depth that's both warm and seductive. Look no further for the best mahogany hair dye to give you any of this look; GK Hair's Mahogany Juvexin Cream Colour comes in 2 shades - red and brown.
Mahogany red hair, on the other hand, is richer and more dramatic than mahogany brown. It's for those starting with a lighter base and don't want to have to lighten their hair. Use GK Hair's Cream Developer with your cream colour to give your hair some lift. With this colour, you're not having a full head of red hair but somewhere in between maple, crimson and copper.
You can have mahogany red hair if you have olive skin and dark or green eyes. Moreover, if your hair is curly or wavy, you can pull this look well.
How to Achieve Mahogany Hair: The DIY Process
A fun fact about mahogany on hair is that it suits almost everyone. It doesn't demand a specific undertone to blend with, rather it blends and complements skin tones. Regardless, the first step to getting the mahogany look is to choose the right shade. There are quite a number of processes on how to achieve it, but you must have selected your desired shade of mahogany hair colour and picked your hair dye.
People think colouring their hair at home is only a wallet-friendly option. This is true, but DIY colouring helps you stay in control of what you want. Don't be worked up by the process, it's actually quite simpler than you think. What you need is your cream colour, developer, a few other essentials, and probably a bleach for lightening.
For instance, if you want a brighter shade of mahogany, then you'll need to bleach your starting colour first before applying your hair dye. One thing is sure: you can create mahogany on virtually any starting hair colour - blonde, brunette, red… name it. The process may be different, but you'll achieve it with our guide.
Want to try out colouring on your own? Read: Step-by-Step Guide to Using Juvexin Cream Colour for Stunning Hair Results
How to Achieve Mahogany Hair: At the Salon
The salon is unarguably the best option if you are having a drastic change in colour, say from a dark colour to mahogany or if you're looking to adopt a technique like balayage. Your colourist would help you customise a mahogany colour to match what suits you. You may have to first bleach your hair or apply a toner (in the case of light hair colour having yellow and orange brassy tones).
These processes reveal the beauty of red and brown more brilliantly. Although bleaching your hair exposes your hair to damage, don't worry; you should have less damage with a professional handling your hair.
How to Maintain Your Mahogany Colour
It's not enough to achieve your desired mahogany colour. It's important to work your way into the best routine practice that keeps your colour in health.
Use Colour-Protecting, Colour-Safe Products
“Colour-safe everything” is the best way to extend the lifespan of your colour. From products to tools, GK Hair offers what's gentle on your hair. For instance, GK Hair Moisturizing Shampoo and Conditioner are products to have on your shelf. By all means, avoid products with sulphates and parabens as they cause premature fading.
Deep Condition Weekly
Coloured hair suffers lack of moisture the most. To maintain the colour, lustre and shine, do a weekly deep conditioning treatment. This will help your hair become rich and healthy daily. Try GK Hair's Deep Conditioner once or twice a week. Apply it generously over your hair and leave it for 10-20 minutes before rinsing it out with cool water. Don't use hot water as that would wash the colour down the drain and make your hair fragile and prone to all sorts.
Use Heat Protection
Exposing your hair to constant heat can dry out your hair. This can make your hair lose colour (remember that we said coloured hair thrives on moisture). To help your colour last longer, lower the temperature setting on your hot tools and apply a quality heat protectant such as GK Hair's ThermalStyleHer Cream.
Schedule Regular Touch-ups
With any coloured hair, you can't negotiate touch-ups. As with any colour, mahogany will fade over time, no matter how much you care for it. So, schedule an appointment with your colourist or plan for a touch-up ahead. You'll need either a gloss, glaze or some mahogany hair dye to blend the new root to the mahogany colour.
Final Thoughts
If you've been stuck choosing between cool brunette and warm red, this colour lets you enjoy both worlds. Now, to store your new hair, you don't need too much. Apply golden eyeshadows or warm lip colours and your facial features pop in ways you've almost never seen them do. With GK Hair, you’re fully covered.
