12 Christmas Hair Colors to Rave Over for a Festive Holiday Glow

Amy M Clifton

The holiday season calls for more than just festive decorations and cozy outfits—it’s the perfect time to refresh your look with Christmas-inspired hair colors.

From frosty blondes to bold red and green hues, these hair shades capture the joyful spirit of the season while adding a playful twist to your style.

Whether you prefer subtle highlights or daring split-dye contrasts, there’s a color idea to suit every personality.

With winter in full swing, many are eager to experiment with shades that bring warmth and cheer. Trending colors like frosty platinum and plum purple balayage not only brighten up dull winter days but also keep your holiday look on point.

Embracing these festive tones can transform your hair into a stunning statement that complements the season’s celebrations.

1. Red Half-Up Floral Style

Red Half-Up Floral

Create a festive look by coloring half your hair in red using semi-permanent dyes. Pull the top half into a loose bun or braid, securing it with silver floral accessories or sparkly beads.

Keep the rest of the hair soft and wavy to balance bold color with gentle texture. This style perfectly combines holiday cheer with effortless elegance.

2. Red and Green Combination

Red and Green Combination

Embrace the holiday spirit with bold red and green hues. Color one half of the hair deep green and the other bright red for a striking split-dye effect. Alternatively, add subtle red and green ombre highlights along loose waves.

Style with silver sparkly accessories or beads to enhance the festive look. Use semi-permanent dyes like Moehair’s red and green shades for temporary color that’s easy to refresh.

3. Dark Brown with Red Highlights

Dark Brown and Red

Elevate dark brown hair with red highlights to add warmth and festive flair. Start by weaving bright red streaks around the face and crown for a striking contrast.

Style in loose waves or a soft half-up bun to showcase the color blend. Use color-safe shampoo and conditioner to maintain hue vibrancy.

Add silver or red accessories like clips or beads for a polished holiday look that’s both elegant and spirited.

4. Festive Christmas Day Hairstyle

Festive Christmas Day Hairstyle

Create the perfect festive look by starting with soft, loose waves in warm brown or platinum blonde. Add subtle red and green ribbon highlights along the strands for a seasonal touch.

Style hair loosely open or in a chic half-up bun to showcase the colors. Finish with silver or star-shaped hair accessories to enhance the Christmas vibe and keep the look elegant and spirited throughout the day.

5. Christmas Rainbow Hair

Christmas Rainbow Hair

Embrace a bold holiday look with Christmas rainbow hair. Start by dividing hair into sections and apply bright reds, greens, golds, and icy blues in alternating streaks. Use semi-permanent color for easy upkeep.

Style with loose waves or sleek straight locks to showcase the colorful layers. Finish by adding silver or glittery hair accessories to amplify the festive spirit while keeping hair healthy with color-safe products. This eye-catching style perfectly captures holiday cheer with a playful twist.

6. Cool Icy Pink Hair

Icy Pink Hair

Choose a pastel pink base mixed with icy undertones for a fresh winter look. Apply a semi-permanent pink dye with a cool, silvery finish to avoid warmth.

Style with soft waves or sleek straight strands for extra shine. Maintain vibrancy with color-safe, sulfate-free shampoo, and use a pigmented conditioner monthly to keep the icy pink and prevent brassiness. Add silver snowflake accessories for a festive touch.

7. Shimmering Golden Pink Hair

 Shimmering Golden Pink Hair

Combine soft pink tones with warm golden highlights to create shimmering golden pink hair perfect for Christmas. Start with a pastel pink base, then add golden ribbons or balayage along the lengths for depth and shine.

Style with loose waves to enhance the color interplay. Use color-safe, sulfate-free shampoo and a pigmented conditioner monthly to keep hues glowing throughout the holiday season.

8. Pink Blonde Highlights for Christmas

Pink Blonde Christmas Highlights

She can brighten holiday hair with pink blonde highlights by starting with a pale blonde base. They should blend soft pastel pink ribbons or balayage for a festive yet subtle look. He should style the hair in loose waves to showcase dimensional color.

They must use color-safe, sulfate-free shampoo and pigmented conditioner monthly to maintain brightness and prevent fading during the season. Adding silver snowflake clips completes the festive vibe perfectly.

9. Cranberry and Pink Hair Color

Cranberry and Pink Hair Color

Combine deep cranberry and soft pink shades for a yet feminine Christmas look. Apply a rich cranberry base, then add pastel pink highlights or balayage throughout for dimension.

Style with loose waves or sleek straight hair to showcase the color contrast. Maintain vibrancy by using color-safe, sulfate-free shampoos and pigmented conditioners monthly. Finish with silver or snowflake hair accessories to boost the festive charm.

10. Light and Dark Pink Ombre Effect

Light and Dark Pink Ombre

Create a stunning light and dark pink ombre by blending soft pastel pink at the roots with deeper rose tones toward the ends. Start with a pale blonde base for color payoff.

Style hair in loose waves to highlight the ombre gradient. Use color-safe, sulfate-free shampoo to maintain hue vibrancy and apply pigmented conditioner once a month to prevent fading. Finish with silver or glittery accessories to enhance that festive Christmas sparkle.

11. Icy Winter-Inspired Hair

Icy Winter Hair

Achieve a stunning icy winter-inspired hair look by choosing frosty platinum or creamy icy blonde tones that brighten any complexion. Pair frosty blue balayage from mid-length to ends with deep teal roots for a cool, festive vibe.

Style with soft, flowy waves and accessorize using holiday-themed headbands featuring bells or ribbons. Maintain vibrancy with color-safe, sulfate-free shampoos and monthly toning treatments to avoid brassy tones.

12. Frosted Purple Hair Shade

Frosted Purple Hair Shade

Frosted purple offers a unique blend of icy coolness color, perfect for those wanting to stand out this holiday season.

This shade complements a variety of skin tones and adds a mystical touch to festive looks. Whether styled in loose waves or sleek straight hair, it brings a fresh and modern twist to traditional Christmas colors.

Maintaining this shade is simple with color-safe products and regular conditioning treatments to keep the hues bright and shimmering.

Frosted purple hair not only captures the spirit of winter but also makes a confident style statement that lasts well beyond the holidays.

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Amy M Clifton

My approach to hairstyling is deeply personalized. Before every session, I consider each client's lifestyle, skin tone, face, and body shape. Inspired by childhood memories of my mother leaving the salon glowing with confidence, I knew this was my calling. Now, I send my own clients out the door—feeling confident and looking fantastic. I'm located upstairs at Willow's Dream Salon, 210 Merrimon Ave, Asheville. Many clients call me afterward, thrilled by the compliments they receive—that’s the best endorsement! Specialties: Every guest receives a thoughtful consultation before we begin. LinkedIn

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