“Walnut blonde is warm and creamy all at the same time—a perfect balance of rich and golden blonde,” says Bianca Hillier, celebrity colorist and ambassador for Olaplex. “It’s not too bright, but is still noticeably blonde.” She recommends opting for this hue if you don’t want to feel overly blonde or stray too far from your natural base. It’s also a good option if you want to slowly work your way to a lighter shade of blonde in the future. “This is great for the blondes who don’t want to commit to a scheduled appointment every six to eight weeks, or who want to transition into being a brunette,” says Jalyn Park Smith, a colorist at SPACE by Alex Brown. “Frosted cream blonde still has dimension, but is on the brighter side of blonde. It’s a beautiful and natural ‘spent all summer on the beach’ sun-kissed blonde,” says Hillier. “On a lighter natural canvas, this is super-low-maintenance with a high-end expensive look.” If you have a darker base, it can still be accomplished, but you’ll need to commit to more upkeep. (We say it’s worth it.) “I love this blonde hair color for those looking to transition from a bold chunky look in the front to a softer, highlighted, dimensional look,” says Innella. “This is the answer to staying lighter around the face, but incorporating today’s warmer tones.” “I love this for the clients that don’t come in for highlights very often,” she says. “It’s perfect for a lived-in vibe and easy to grow out, but will still keep you feeling blonde and contrasted.”
