Long before Coca-Cola released Cherry Coke in 1985, soda fountains and diners all over the US were sweetening up brown cola with a splash of red cherry syrup. This sparked the cherry cola hair craze that became an American classic. Here is your step-by-step guide on how to obtain and maintain cherry cola hair color at home, no matter your current color.
Cherry red hair famously features a chocolatey brown base with deep red undertones. Picture a tall cool glass of brown cola that’s just shy of black accented with swirls of rich red hues. And just like the drink, you can create this delicious combination in the comfort of your own home.
Cherry cola hair flatters just about any skin tone because it has full-spectrum undertones from cool to warm. It adds depth to fair and medium skin, and really pops against darker complexions.
The best way to see if cherry cola hair color will suit your complexion is with our personalized tools. Check out the Virtual Try-On Tool for instant views or take the Shade Selector Quiz to explore your menu of options.
Like with any DIY hair dye, your current color affects your new color. While there is no specific kit for creating cherry cola hair, you can achieve this shade with a little intel on how certain pigments react on your original color. Here are the best pro tips for getting the ideal cherry cola hair on light brown, medium brown, and dark brown or black hair. If your hair is lighter, keep in mind that the brighter the brown or red shade, the brighter the results. It may show up as much paler than deep-toned cherry cola hair.
Virtually try on Garnier hair colors to discover your perfect shade of cherry cola hair color.
Take our 1-minute hair color quiz to find and virtually try on your personalized cherry cola hair color.
Your new cherry red hair will look amazing no matter how you wear it! For inspiration, check out 15 fabulous looks in our article on red hairstyle ideas or start with our favorites below:
