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Espresso Brunette: professional formula, shades & technique

An intense dark brown with the depth of espresso coffee. Sophisticated, elegant and with a natural shine that avoids looking flat. Popularized by celebrities like Kim Kardashian and Hailey Bieber.

Espresso Brunette variations

Chromatic range of the shade, from lightest to darkest

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Who it suits

Medium to dark skin with any undertone. Ideal for Deep Winter, Deep Autumn and Cool Winter.

How to achieve Espresso Brunette in salon

Level, reflect and technique a colorist can apply directly

Level 3 /0 Pure espresso Global
Level 4 /7 Chocolate espresso Global
Level 3 /0 Dimensional espresso Global 3/0 + lowlights 4/71

What to avoid with Espresso Brunette

Applying over very bleached hair without filler Without intermediate pigment, the color fades in 2-3 washes and turns greenish
Very fair skin with low natural contrast Excessive contrast can harden facial features

Professional tips

  • For maximum shine, apply a clear gloss after the permanent color
  • On previously bleached hair, fill with /4 copper before espresso for durability
  • Level 4/71 lowlights add dimension without breaking the overall darkness
We answer your questions

Questions about Espresso Brunette

Color & formulation

An intense dark brown with the depth of espresso coffee. Sophisticated, elegant and with a natural shine that avoids looking flat. Popularized by celebrities like Kim Kardashian and Hailey Bieber.

Medium to dark skin with any undertone. Ideal for Deep Winter, Deep Autumn and Cool Winter.

The most common formulas are: Pure espresso (Level 3/0, technique: Global). Chocolate espresso (Level 4/7, technique: Global). Dimensional espresso (Level 3/0, technique: Global 3/0 + lowlights 4/71). Results vary depending on natural base and hair history.

It depends on hair porosity, formulation type (permanent, semi-permanent) and wash frequency. Red and copper reflects typically require maintenance every 4-6 weeks; browns and blondes every 6-8 weeks.

Knowing the shade is the first step.
Blendsor generates the exact formula.

Brand, ratio, developer and timing. Adapted to porosity, history and natural base.

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