The ultimate guide to choosing the right hair colour for your skin tone
How about switching up your hair colour? Well, if you’re ready to go bold or want a soft refresh, the secret to a fabulous result lies in how well the shade you ask for complements your skin tone.
This blog will walk you through how to identify your skin’s undertone and choose hair colours that naturally enhance your features.
From rich caramels to icy blondes, we’ll share expert advice from the stylists at Roots Hair and Beauty so you can avoid common mistakes and achieve results that reflect your personality and style.
Why skin tone matters when choosing a hair colour
Your skin tone and undertone affect how new shades appear on you. What’s stunning on someone else might not suit you at all, if it doesn’t match your undertone.
At Roots, we always begin by analysing both the tone of your skin and the natural depth of your hair, ensuring your new colour shows your beauty, not hides it.
Step one: Find your undertone
There are three main undertones to consider:
1. Warm undertone
Your skin has yellow, peachy, or golden hues, you likely tan easily, and look great in gold jewellery.
Best hair colour matches:
- Golden blonde
- Caramel highlights
- Warm chestnut brown
- Copper or cinnamon reds
2. Cool undertone
Your skin tends toward pink, red, or a bluish hue. You burn before you tan, and silver jewellery flatters you most.
Best hair colour matches:
- Ash blonde or ash brown
- Icy platinum
- Cool black
- Burgundy or violet-based reds
3. Neutral undertone
You have a mix of warm and cool tones. Lucky you, most shades work well!
Best hair colour matches:
- Creamy beige blonde
- Soft brown with neutral highlights
- Rose gold
- Subtle balayage blends
Step two: Consider your eye colour and natural hair depth
While undertone is key, our stylists at Roots also look at:
- Your natural hair depth (dark vs. light)
- Eye colour, which can enhance the overall impact
- How much maintenance you’re willing to commit to
For example:
- Dark brown eyes + warm undertone? Golden espresso tones that look stunning.
- Light blue eyes + cool undertone? Icy platinum or ash beige can create a striking contrast.
Hair colouring at Roots and what to expect
At Roots Hair and Beauty, our colour specialists use a detailed consultation process to ensure your new hue complements your unique features.
As one of the top-rated beauty salons in Doha, our reputation is built on creating refined, natural colours that elevate rather than distract.
We offer:
- Full colour transformations
- Dimensional highlights and balayage
- Colour correction and glossing
- Expert toning for blondes and brunettes
Common mistakes to avoid
Even with the right reference photo, results can fall flat without the proper technique or analysis.
Our team helps clients avoid:
- Choosing a tone that clashes with skin (e.g., going ash when your skin needs warmth)
- Colouring too close to your skin tone (can cause a washed-out look)
- Over-processing light shades without toning, especially for blondes
- Ignoring root touch-up schedules or toner needs
By booking your hair colour with a professional hair salon in Doha, you’re investing in results that are long-lasting, low-maintenance, and tailored to your individual needs.
Expert tip:
Try a face-frame test to determine whether warm or cool tones suit you best. Try holding swatches or images up to your face in natural light, or use apps to test shades virtually.
Better yet, book a consultation at Roots, where one of our stylists will walk you through swatches and options based on real-life analysis, not filters.
Why clients choose Roots for hair colour transformations in Doha
Our reputation as a leading hair salon in Qatar comes down to one thing, personalised service.
Whether you’re doing a bold switch or subtle shift, we treat each appointment with care, precision, and professional insight.
Clients trust us because:
- We use salon-grade, hair-safe colour formulas
- Our team stays updated with global trends
- We blend artistry with science to get it right
- We create harmony between your hair and your skin tone, helping you feel like the most confident version of yourself.
Book your consultation today
From golden caramel to cool espresso, your perfect shade is a consultation away. Let the experts at Roots guide you to a hair journey that brings out your natural beauty and suits your lifestyle.
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Ready for a fresh look? Book your hair colour appointment today.
