Brown hair can be dyed like this? 2025 trendy brown hair shades for a k-pop look!

K-POP girl group hair colors are always a fashion highlight, with each season’s trends influenced by K-POP idols. Hairstylist Harris shares five trendy, non-bleach hair colors for 2025, along with expert color recommendations and skin tone matching tips to ensure the perfect look.

Harris, Hairstylist at M-Palace Taichung Flagship Store

M-Palace Taichung flagship store hairstylist - Harris

Catalogue

I. Mocha Mousse Brown

II. Caramel Tea Brown

III. Berry Red Brown

IV. Champagne Cool Brown

V. Cocoa Chestnut Brown

Mocha Mousse Brown

Mocha Mousse Brown is a non-bleached brown shade that complements Asian yellow-toned or tanned skin, enhancing complexion effortlessly. For a stronger muted effect, bleaching can be an option. Since it fades without creating an obvious root contrast, it's perfect for first-time dyers or those who prefer low-maintenance hair.

Best for: Subtle change, first-time hair dyeing
Fading: Doesn’t turn brassy, no harsh root contrast
Maintenance: Use Milk Tea color-depositing shampoo for enhanced tone, but natural brown remains even without it

Caramel Tea Brown

Harris hair coloring – Caramel Tea Brown

Caramel Tea Brown is a cool-toned brown with a hint of orange. Since the brown ratio is higher than the orange, there’s no need to worry about the hair turning too orange. This shade is incredibly versatile—yellow-toned skin appears brighter, and fair skin looks even more radiant. However, as it fades, it may develop a slightly yellow tint, so using a color-depositing shampoo is recommended.

Best for: Suitable for both warm and cool skin tones, works well for yellow or darker skin.
Fading: Slightly yellow over time but not too noticeable.
Maintenance: Use Starry Orange color-depositing shampoo.

Berry Red Brown

Harris Hair Coloring – Berry Red Brown

Harris shares his insights as a hairstylist, noting that Berry Red Brown is one of the trendiest shades this year. This color features a red base but is more subtle than an intense Neptune Red. It enhances brightness for yellow and fair skin tones, though deeper skin tones may require adjustments. Harris customizes the red intensity based on the client’s complexion to avoid dullness.

Best for: Those with yellow or fair skin who want a vibrant look.
Fading: Gradually transitions into a warm brown.
Maintenance: Use Violet color-depositing shampoo.

With K-POP idols and actresses popularizing red hues, more people are embracing this once-bold color.

Champagne Cool Brown

Harris hair coloring – Champagne Cool Brown

Champagne Cool Brown is a light coffee color with a matte finish, ideal for those who want a lighter shade without bleaching. It's perfect for people who want vibrant color without the damage of bleach. Harris points out that this shade is especially suitable for those transitioning from a cute, sweet style to a cooler, more sophisticated look. However, since it can turn yellowish as it fades, it’s important to regularly use a color-depositing shampoo.

Best for: Those seeking a style change or people with cool undertones.
Fading: Tends to turn slightly yellow.
Maintenance: Use Baby Blue color-depositing shampoo.

Cocoa Chestnut Brown

Harris hair coloring – Cocoa Chestnut Brown

Cocoa Chestnut is a warm-toned hair color with a hint of red-brown, reminiscent of chestnut. The warmth of the color enhances the complexion, making it perfect for people with yellow undertones who don’t wear makeup but want to brighten their appearance. As it fades, it maintains a natural coffee color, making it a great choice for first-time dye users.

Best for: First-time dye users or those who don’t wear makeup.
Fading: Fades to a natural coffee color with minimal noticeable roots.
Maintenance: Use Pink Lady color-depositing shampoo for maintaining red tones, or Milk Tea for natural brown shades.
Harris advises not to use the Pink Lady shampoo daily; use it only when the red tones start to fade.

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Harris has been working in the hairdressing industry for over 11 years, specializing in extremely light colors, hand-painted dyeing, ear circle dyeing, and various other styles of coloring. He initially entered the field by chance, but his passion for creativity and interacting with clients has kept him in the industry. He believes that hairdressing is not just a skill, but an art of "building relationships with clients." Through relaxed communication, clients feel at ease, and many of them have shared that Harris makes them feel like friends.

Because of his passion for following Korean idols, Harris combines his interest with his expertise, diving deep into the latest K-POP girl group trends. He specializes in helping clients create their own "celebrity-inspired" hair colors. Additionally, he enjoys capturing common hair issues in easy-to-understand videos. If you want to achieve the perfect K-POP girl group look tailored to your skin tone, or if you're looking to solve hair problems, Harris offers coloring starting at $1980, bleaching starting at $2000, with an 8% discount on hair treatments. Book an appointment now and let Harris create the trendiest girl group-inspired hair color for 2025!

M-Palace Flagship Store reservation information
Hairstylist: Harris
Instagram: @Harris_mpalace
Address: 95, Jin Xin St, North District, Taichung City 404

Brown hair can be dyed like this? 2025 trendy brown hair shades for a k-pop look!

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