Getting your hair color right isn't a science. It's actually quite simple: Stick to colors that compliment your skin tone, figure out if you're better off with single-process color or highlights, and then decide if you're going to pay someone else to do it or do it yourself.

Here are 11 hair color tricks from how to avoid the wrong color to how to do it yourself.

Can You Go Blonde?

Some women look good in any color  but most women don't. If you had blonde hair as a kid, you'll likely look good with blonde hair as an adult. You'll also look good blonde if you have pink skin that burns easily, and blue or green eyes.

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he Right Way to Go (or Stay) Brown

If you have super pale skin and brown hair, consider going lighter. Super dark shades can wash you out and even make you appear older. Once you've colored your hair, protect your investment with products for colored hair

Can I Go Red?

Almost everyone can go red, what's most important is finding the right shade of red. If you want to go red, I suggest not trying it on your own. Get a professional consultation. You won't believe the number of emails I get from women writing in unhappy when they tried to go red and their hair turned out orange. .