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Candy-coloured locks are a headturner, but not everyone is up for a full-on head of cotton-candy pink. Here, three new ways to rock the trend without looking like an anime character.

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Candy-coloured locks are a headturner, but not everyone is up for a full-on head of cotton-candy pink. Here, three new ways to rock the trend without looking like an anime character.

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FOR THE SEASONED PRO:

DUSTY PASTELS

• Try holographic hair – especially beautiful on longer ’dos.

• The look: a mix of neon, smoky and muted pastel hues with matte, metallic and natural finishes that looks best on a grey or silver base.

• The blend of textures makes for an ashy three-dimensional effect that looks grungy instead of girlie.

Get the look at Chez Vous, #05-05 Ngee Ann City (tel: 6732-9388).

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FOR THE LOWMAINTENANCE GIRL:

OMBRE PASTELS

• Opt for the balayage technique, which allows you to keep the natural colour of your roots, reducing the need for regular touch-ups.

• Choose any combination of pastels you want.

• The finished look: an ombre effect, with the darker tone starting near the roots and fading to a lighter shade at the ends.

Get the look at Prep, #03-34 Mandarin Gallery (tel: 6732-6123).

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FOR THOSE WITH A STRICT OFFICE DRESS CODE:

SUBTLE PASTELS

• Go for L’Oreal Professionnel’s Majirel Pastel Babylights colour service, whereby your hair will be dyed a cool brown, after which subtle micro-highlights – choose between pastel pink, purple, green and blue – will be added.

• Bleaching may be required if you want more obvious results, but if it’s a subtle finish you’re after, you can skip it.

For salon listings, call 1800-838-3388.

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