Our Top 5 Hair Colours this Season

Our Top 5 Hair Colours this Season

Hairstyle trends may come and go, but coloured hair is here to stay. There’s nothing like stepping outside of your comfort zone and slaying a shade you thought might not work for you. That’s the thing about hair colouring, it opens up a whole new world of fun and self-confidence that you can’t help falling in love with yourself. Others will too! We’re totally obsessed with these top favourites. From pretty pinks and royal reds to fiery orange and sleek silver, it was hard to get down to just five. But read on, and you’ll see why we’re so smitten. If you like what you see, have a look at our amazing Renew Perfect Colour range and take your pick.   She’s a Ruby Flame   If you are looking for a sign to dye your hair red, then you’re in the right place, babe. There’s something about red hair that just never goes out of style. It’s fiery, feisty and full of life. When you colour your hair red, you’re bringing flames because everyone will be turning their heads to look at you! Renew’s Ruby Flame is deeper and darker than your usual reds, but still brings the heat. There’s only one way to slay this hair colour – be bold and be you.   This queen used red hair dye to achieve that baddie look. | Image source: Pinterest   Silver lining   If you haven’t thought about colouring your hair silver at least once, you can’t sit with us. Sorry, we don’t make the rules. Silver hair has been super trendy for a while now, and...
The hottest natural hair dyes for summer

The hottest natural hair dyes for summer

In case you missed the memo, natural is back. We see Insta models ditching the filters and showing us the real them, proving that natural is beautiful and needs to be embraced. Our natural hair is gorgeous but sometimes it needs a little boost. And while we love our bright and stunning range of rainbow hair colours, giving your hair a break with more natural hair dyes is never a bad idea. If you’re looking to tone it down a bit this summer, we got you girl. Renew’s Intense Naturals hair dye range contains a unique combination of three natural African oils, and an ammonia-free complex, which allows you to achieve rich natural-looking hair colour with 100% grey coverage. That means you get deep, rich colour and nourish your hair at the same time. Win win. Say hello to the future of natural hair dyes! Here are our top five picks for a natural, but head-turning, hair colour this summer   RED GRAPE Your life may not be perfect, but your hair colour can be with Red Grape. | Image source: Renew When you want red hair without the commitment, Renew Intense Naturals in Red Grape is your girl. Achieve an intense, deep red hair colour in the comfort of your home and get salon-quality results. This hair colour will also work nicely on dark hair,  giving it a gorgeous and shimmery red colour in the sunlight. BLUEBERRY Blueberry hair colour, we don’t care! | Image source: Renew Black hair is great, but blue back is even better. Give your hair a burst of new colour by using Renew’s...
How to Achieve a Pastel Hair Colour & Ideas to Try in 2022

How to Achieve a Pastel Hair Colour & Ideas to Try in 2022

There is a lot of fashionable hair colours going around. From holographic and rainbow hair to neon and pastel hair. Pastel hair is soft, cool and subtle. It makes a statement without being too loud. Some might think its high maintenance, when in reality it can easily be achieved in the comfort of your home. Impossible? We think not. Here’s how to achieve a pastel hair colour and some ideas to inspire you to try. Why spend both your time and money in a salon when Renew brings the salon to you? Our hair colours are specially formulated to give your hair intense colour and shine. How? That’s our little secret. Our Colour Play Kit was designed to make you go from vibrant to pastel in one convenient box. Becoming your own hairstylist has never been easier. Let’s begin! How to achieve a pastel hair colour What does your current hair colour look like now? Is it naturally a light shade or do you have darker hair? If your hair is naturally light like a blonde, strawberry blonde or light brown, one application of bleach should be sufficient. If your hair is darker, it might take two rounds of pre-lightening to get your hair at a canvas-ready level. Step 1 – Patch test Before applying the bleach to your hair, do a patch test. Take a small strand of hair and apply the bleach. If you do not experience an allergic reaction, you’re good to go. It will also be a good indication as to how your overall hair will look after you bleach it.   Step 2 –...
What Hollywood Teaches Us About Hairstyles For Round Face Shapes

What Hollywood Teaches Us About Hairstyles For Round Face Shapes

Have you ever attempted a hairstyle as seen on a celeb, only to be disappointed with the end results? Whether you know it or not, your face shape would have had something to do with it. The texture of your hair would have been a likely factor as well. It’s why we suggest choosing cuts and shades that suit your hair type, skin tone and face shape. For those with a round face, it can be tough to pick the right styles… until now. From embracing mulberry coloured hair to adding a fringe and even saying no to layers, Hollywood often teaches us how to approach more rounded face shapes. Before we get started, it’s important to discuss why this shape is tricky to begin with. For starters, those with a round face usually want to hide or reduce the appearance of their cheeks. We’re not quite sure why though, seeing as a fuller face creates a more youthful appearance. As a result of this preference, the styles that tend to suit this shape are those that are straight and sleek. Be warned, this doesn’t include looks that appear flat or stuck to your face. This won’t do you any justice at all. Now that that’s out of the way, here are a few hair lessons we’ve learned from Hollywood regarding a round face shape. Try new shades. We must admit, this one isn’t only for those with a rounded face. It’s for anyone who wants to change up their look and enhance their face shape. An interesting colour can add new dimensions to your facial features. Take this...
5 Purple Hair Colour Styles & Ideas to Try at Home this Summer

5 Purple Hair Colour Styles & Ideas to Try at Home this Summer

Things may come and go, but colourful hair is forever. Colouring your hair has the power to make you feel happy and confident with who you are. If you haven’t experimented with purple hair yet, what are you waiting for? Take a look at these 5 purple hair colour styles and ideas that you need to try at home this Summer. What’s not to love about purple hair? It comes in a variety of sultry shades like lavenders, pastels and even darker tones too. Find your ideal purple shade with Renew’s Perfect Colour in Purple Fantasy and Colour Play Kit in Purple Lavender. Our colours are specially formulated to give you all the tools you need to create your own unique style. Let the inspiration begin!   Purple passion highlights Considering purple hair but don’t want to sit through a full application? Highlights and streaks take your hair to new heights. If you feel like your hair is flat and lifeless, adding some purple highlights can breathe some life into your hair by creating a multidimensional effect. Recreate this stunning look with Renew’s Colour Play Kit in Purple Lavender. Apply the colour on pre-lightened hair for best results. Take a few strands you want to colour purple or create some awesome layers with a highlight cap. Purple fantasy Brunettes everywhere, this one is for you. While we know that rich, deep purple hair can be a challenge to get right, that doesn’t mean it’s impossible to get this look. You’ll need to lighten up the strands of hair you’re wanting to colour it purple. If you apply the colour...
Changing your Hair Colour Boosts your Confidence: Here’s Why

Changing your Hair Colour Boosts your Confidence: Here’s Why

They say diamonds are a girl’s best friend, but in all honesty, we think it’s her hair. It’s not just about the length, cut or style, but about the hair colour. Many women turn to colouring their hair because they want to try something new, whilst others just want to feel more beautiful. Colouring your hair is known to boost your confidence, and here’s why.   You’re scrolling through your phone and come across a woman with stunning hair. You love the way it looks on her, the way her hair flows effortlessly, you can’t help but imagine what that hair colour will look like on you. Women everywhere have had these kinds of thoughts and triggered some inspiration when it comes to their hair. But not everyone can afford the costly prices of salons these days. Renew brings the salon to you. We offer a wide range of vibrant hair colours to suit your personal style and standards. From Cinnamon Red and Strawberry Shake to Plum Cocktail and Natural Brown, our baselines colours are anything but basic. They’re richly formulated to give your hair that gorgeous, glossy shine for longer, for less. If you’re a fan of spicing up your colour, here are 5 reasons why changing your hair colour gives you that boost in confidence: Change is good and healthy Sticking to what you know becomes mundane after a while. Stepping out of your comfort zone is where the real fun begins. Revamping your hair colour makes you feel like a whole new person. It gives you this overwhelming sense of happiness, that you can’t help but...