20 Underneath Hair Color Ideas From Soft Blonde to Bright Blue
Looking for underneath hair color that gives your hair a little something extra? Think blue tucked into dark waves, pink beneath brown hair or a pale blonde layer revealed by a half-up style.
These ideas give you plenty to bring to your next color appointment.
You can keep things subtle or go all out with bright colors. I especially love the colorful sections peeking through the buns and twists.
There are a few more visible streaked looks here too if you’d rather show off your color.
Underneath Hair Color Ideas Worth Saving
blue through dark waves
We’re starting off strong with these gorgeous blue and dark brown waves. I love the blue running beside the face and peeking through the long lengths.
If you want to follow this look, ask for some blue near the front too rather than keeping all the color at the back.
bright pink underneath
How cute is this pink? The brown top section is lifted to reveal a bright pink layer underneath, with loose curls mixing the colors at the ends.
Save this one if you want a broad section of color rather than a few little streaks.
deep cherry red
If you’re looking for a darker color combination, this one is for you. The near-black top layer sits above a deep cherry-red section, with the ends falling into loose waves.
I’d keep this rich red shade just as it is.
silver-gray reveal
I am obsessed with this silver-gray layer. It’s so pretty against the dark hair.
Here, a hand lifts the dark top layer to reveal the silver-gray lengths hanging beneath.
Try a loosely gathered ponytail if you want to show off a similar placement.
muted purple ribbons
Don’t want to go all out with a bright purple? No problem!
This muted violet peeks through brown hair in narrow sections above the ear and through the gathered lengths. I love how subtle the two colors look together.
turquoise side section
This turquoise may just be one of my favorites here. The wide blue-green section curves through the brown waves right beside the face.
Ask for a side placement like this if you want your color to show when you bring your hair over one shoulder.
pale blonde beneath brown
If you love a lighter layer without the bright pinks and blues, this is a gorgeous option. Lifting the brown hair reveals a wide pale blonde section with loose waves.
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I especially love the mix of beige and almost-white strands through the ends.
blonde with star clips
How pretty is this half-up look? The blonde section falls beneath black hair, with silver-colored star clips holding back part of the top.
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Try a decorative clip with your own two-tone color if you want that extra little detail.
deep teal curls
I am obsessed with these teal accents. The color winds through the dark brown curls on both sides and peeks out near the ends.
This is such a pretty reference if you like seeing separate ribbons of color rather than one exposed block.
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vivid violet layer
The purple fans are going to love this! A bright violet section sits beneath brown hair with golden-colored ends.
Ask for a broad underneath panel if you want to follow this placement. The lifted top section really shows how much purple is tucked below.
orange and black waves
Want your color out in the open? This orange-and-black look goes beyond a hidden underneath layer, with bold orange streaks visible across the top and through the waves.
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I love the brighter orange bends beside the black sections. Save this as a more exposed alternative.
peach and pink underneath
This is such a pretty way to mix two colors. The lifted dark top reveals peach-orange lengths with pink strands running between them.
You don’t have to choose just one shade. Bring this picture along if you like the softer pink beside that brighter peach.
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bright red face-framing pieces
How cute are these red ends? Bright red pieces curl away from the face and run through the lower lengths of the black hair.
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This is another look where the color is already visible with the hair down. I’d keep those little red sections beside the face.
blonde layer and a half-up bun
If you are looking for a way to show off your blonde layer, this one is for you. The brown top section is twisted into a half-up bun, leaving the pale blonde lengths on display.
The slightly curved ends are so pretty with this simple style.
blonde beneath a short bob
You don’t need long waves to try this idea. This short brown bob has a blonde section tucked behind the ear and showing along the lower edge.
I love how much of the lighter color you can see from the side.
bold blue panel
If you are looking for a true eye-catcher, then this one is for you. There’s a whole panel of vivid blue beneath the light brown top layer.
The mostly straight lengths make the section easy to see. Ask for this broad placement if a few blue streaks aren’t quite enough.
blonde curls beside the face
I love these blonde curls against the dark brown hair. The largest light section sits beside one side of the face, with a few lighter curls peeking through elsewhere.
This is a lovely reference for a more visible side accent rather than a completely hidden back section.
sunny yellow underneath
Okay, this yellow is so fun! The brown top section is swept aside to reveal a bright yellow panel reaching right down to the blunt ends.
If you want a similar look, keep the color in a broad underneath section rather than scattering it throughout.
berry pink and loose twists
This is one of my favorite styles on the list. I love how the berry-pink strands run through the loose twists and curled ends.
Try a loosely pinned half-up style to show the color in several places instead of exposing the entire underneath layer.
rainbow beneath a bun
Last but definitely not least, we have this colorful underneath layer revealed by a high bun. I am obsessed with the pink, purple and blue-green stripes!
The golden-brown hair above keeps the colors tucked below. Bring this reference if you want several shades arranged side by side at the back.
