Blond is a hair color found in certain people characterized by low levels of the dark pigment eumelanin. Blond hair is common in infants and children, so much so that the term "baby blond" is often used for very light-colored hair. Many sub-categories of blond hair have also been invented to blond hair more accurately. Platinum blond and towhead - nearly white; found naturally almost exclusively in children, but occurring rarely among some adults ,sandy blond - similar to sand in color , ash blond - usually quite fair, with some ashen (grey) tones ,dirty blond or dishwater blond - dark blond ,golden blond or honey blond - lighter, with a gold cast. Blond hair is common in infants and children, so much so that the term "baby blond" is often used for very light-colored hair.

Blond hair was commonly ascribed to the heroes and heroines of European fairy tales. Naturally blonde hair is very fine and can be delicate. Individuals who want to add highlights to their naturally sunny locks should carefully condition their hair prior to chemical treatments, and leave-in conditioners help protect the strands during processing. Naturally blonde and brunette hair can be given stunning highlights with no chemicals at all. These hair colors naturally lighten in the sun, and spending time outdoors is a great way to achieve perfect natural highlights. If you have chosen your blonde hair highlight color based on your hair color and skin tone, it will likely already match your eye color as well.

Here are some fun ideas for you to bring out your inner blonde goddess!

Brunette to Blonde

If you have shoulder length hair in a brunette tone, skip going for over-all blonde color. Instead, apply some rich caramel highlights throughout your style, focusing on the crown and where the part lands. Your textured waves combined with the rich highlights will reflect the sunlight and create an eye-catching look.

Long hair

If your long hair is damaged or dull, purchase a good color protecting shampoo and conditioner to use before, during and after you color your hair. Make this part of your daily hair care regiment. Treating your damaged hair from roots to ends is an important factor in maintaining colored styles.

Finding the right shade

Before you settle on a shade of blonde, take into consideration your skin tone and eye color. Also consider your current hair color. If you currently have bleached blonde hair, you may want to opt for a deeper, richer shade of blonde. If your skin tone is very pale, you may want to keep your blonde shade a bit lighter. For dark brunettes, a deep honey highlight throughout your style might be best. Try to avoid bleaching as this just damages your hair. Choose your carefully, but have fun! And remember, combining a fun new blonde hair color with a new cut can completely change the way you look and feel about yourself!

Layering colors

Applying a variety of blonde hair colors throughout your hair on various areas of layering creates a very striking and unique look. If you have a light brown base, this is the best way to apply blonde highlights. Keep your layers underneath dark and then lighten up on your top layers throughout. This type of coloring looks particularly good on straight, medium-length hair with short or longer bangs.