Hair Colour Mistakes That Add Years – and What to Do Instead

Some hair colour choices can unintentionally make us look older — even with the best intentions.

Common culprits include:

• Colours that are too dark and flat
• Heavy highlights with harsh contrast
• Overly warm or brassy tones
• One solid colour with no dimension

The solution? Softness and movement. Blended highlights, gentle lowlights, and face-brightening tones create depth and lift without looking obvious. Subtle colour placement around the face can instantly refresh your complexion.

Modern colouring is about enhancement, not coverage — and small changes often have the biggest impact.