How To Find Your Perfect Halo Hair Extension Shade
Shopping for hair extensions online can be tricky, especially when you can’t see or feel them in real life. Of course, you'd want to find the right match that blends seamlessly with your natural hair, giving you fullness and length without anyone guessing you’re wearing extensions.
But, unlike lipstick or blush, finding your perfect Halo hair extension shade isn’t as simple as picking the color you think you are. Undertones, lighting, and the natural variations in your own strands all play a role.
That’s why we created this guide: to take the guesswork out of choosing The Halo. With side-by-side shade comparisons, expert blending tips, and an easy path to finding your best match, let this blog be your ultimate shade-match handbook.
The Halo Color Comparison Chart
Extensions aren’t one-size-fits-all. Your best shade depends not just on whether you’re blonde, brunette, or somewhere in between, but also on the undertones that run through your strands. Let’s break it down:
Blondes
- Beach Blonde (#20C): A soft, sunkissed blonde with warm undertones, perfect if your hair picks up golden tones in the sunlight.
- The Go-To Blonde (#613/10): A bright, classic blonde that works beautifully for those with light golden or honey hues.
- Golden Sand Blonde (#613): A rich, yellow-based blonde with warmth, great for natural blondes who lean more golden than platinum.
- Cool Blonde Blend (#18/6): A neutral-to-cool shade, ideal for smoky, ashy blondes or anyone who avoids brassy tones.
- Soft Bronde (#10/6): A low-maintenance favorite that sits between blonde and brunette—a multidimensional caramel-meets-taupe shade that flatters almost everyone.
Brunettes
- Soft Chestnut Brown (#4/6): A warm, medium brown with subtle copper undertones that catch the light beautifully.
- The Go-To Brunette (#4): A timeless chocolate brown, versatile enough to suit most medium to dark brunettes.
- Espresso Brown Blend (#2/4): A deeper brunette with rich depth and subtle warmth—like your favorite latte.
- Rich Chocolate Brown (#2): A dark, indulgent brunette with golden lowlights for a sophisticated finish.
- Black Brown (#1B): The darkest shade in the collection—deep, glossy, and natural-looking without the harshness of jet black.
Sitting Pretty Tip: Pay attention to your undertones, not just your overall color, especially towards the ends of your hair. If your natural hair has hints of ash, you’ll likely lean toward the cooler blends. If it reflects gold or red in the sun, warmer shades will feel more natural.
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How To Seamlessly Blend Your Halo
Even if you’ve nailed the right shade, your Halo should look like it’s growing from your own scalp. The secret? Proper blending. Luckily, this is easier than it sounds. We recommend checking out this stylist's tips on seamless blending—or checking out our tips below.
Halo Blending Do’s & Don’ts
Do:
- Section with purpose. Always leave enough natural hair over The Halo wire to cover it completely.
- Add texture. Curling your natural hair and extensions together creates softness and dimension, hiding any lines of separation.
- Use dry shampoo. It adds grip and body to freshly washed hair, helping The Halo sit naturally.
- Consider a cut! Ask your stylist to trim or layer your Halo so it flows with your haircut. This is especially game-changing for blunt cuts!
Don’t:
- Don’t skip undertone matching. Even if the color seems close, ignoring undertones can make extensions look “off” in certain lighting.
- Don’t overbrush. Brushing aggressively can loosen The Halo and create an unnatural fall. Stick to gentle detangling.
- Don’t forget lighting. Always check your Halo in natural daylight; indoor lighting can make colors appear warmer or darker than they are.
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What If You’re Between Shades?
Many women find themselves somewhere between two colors. If that’s you, don’t stress—it’s actually a great thing. Choosing a slightly lighter or darker Halo can create natural-looking depth, almost like built-in highlights or lowlights.
For example: If your blonde is a mix of golden and ashy tones, blending a Golden Sand Blonde with a Cool Blonde Blend will give you dimension. But, if you’re a brunette with lighter ends from sun or styling, the Soft Chestnut Brown might layer beautifully with your darker base.
Extensions are meant to add richness and texture, not uniformity. A little variation can actually make your hair look more natural.
When in doubt, go lighter as you can easily tone it darker. Bleaching The Halo is a big no-no since it can alter the texture and look of the hair extensions.
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Ready To Get A Shade Matched?
For the most accurate results, we always suggest taking our Color Match Quiz or sending a photo of your natural hair (in natural daylight) to our care team at hello@sittingprettyhalohair.com. Our experts will help you pinpoint the perfect match so you can feel confident before you buy.
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