By Wendy Rodewald, Daily Makeover
Jessica Biel Want to switch up your shade, but scared you'll doom yourself to twice monthly root touchups from here to eternity? Don't worry; changing your hair color doesn't have to be a big, expensive commitment. Here are a few ways to get months of gorgeous, low-maintenance hair color without the upkeep.
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No-Touchup Highlights Harsh, two-toned ombré doesn't look as fresh as it once did, but a softer version of dark-to-light color not only looks natural, it buys you months between touch-ups. "The softer side of ombré is great for 'recession highlights,'" says Kim Vō, Schwarzkopf Professional Blonding Ambassador and celebrity colorist who counts Kate Hudson, Katherine Heigl and Britney Spears as clients. "It adds incredible depth and texture." Highlights that start at hair's root need to be touched up every 4-6 weeks, subtle ombré color can look great for 4-6 months, Kim says.
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