The Best Toners for Blonde Hair

A:The ideal toner for blonde hair is one that is specifically formulated to be gentle on blonde hair without damaging or drying it out. Look for a toner that contains the right kind of pigments to color-correct the brassy yellow and orange tones that are common in blonde hair.

A:Yes, these blonde toners can help keep hair healthy and shiny by gently depositing color molecules into the cuticle of the hair, filling in gaps in the pigment while locking moisture into the strands. This may help make the hair more resilient and less prone to damage and breakage, resulting in healthier, shinier hair.

A:Use toners sparingly — no more than once or twice every four weeks. Overuse can lead to dryness, fading, or incorrect tones rather than the desired shade of blonde.

A:When shopping for a toner for blonde hair, look for nourishing ingredients such as chamomile extract, honey, witch hazel, aloe vera extract, lavender essential oil, and other keratin-inducing ingredients such as hydrolyzed wheat protein. These ingredients help to nourish and protect the strands from damage while delivering desired tones to the locks. Of course, you also want to make sure there are blue or violet pigments as well!

A:To apply toner to your blonde hair, start by shampooing your locks with shampoo. Rinse out the shampoo thoroughly before applying your toner according to the instructions on its packaging. Generally speaking, you’ll want to start at the ends of your hair first and work your way up toward the roots until you’ve evenly saturated all of your locks with toner. Leave it on for the recommended amount of time before rinsing thoroughly and conditioning as usual.

A:Yes, different toners will work better on different shades of blonde hair — some may be more suitable for darker blondes while others may work better on lighter blondes. This is why it’s important to select a toner specifically designed for your particular shade of blonde.

A:If used properly and in moderation, there should be no major risks associated with using a professional quality toner on your blonde hair (if you already have healthy locks in good condition prior to the application). But, if you overuse it or use poor-quality products that contain harsh ingredients, there may be some risks associated with over-toning your locks such as split ends, dryness, breakage, or discolored hair.

A:You don’t have to use any additional styling products after applying a toner on your blonde hair, but it may still be beneficial to use a leave-in-conditioner and some kind of heat protectant if you plan on using heated styling tools afterwards. Hair oils like argan or jojoba oil can also help with adding shine and combatting any residual dryness after you style your hair.