Color Trends 2026 + Kevin Murphy Care Routines to Protect Yours

With the hair world shifting in 2026, color is evolving from high-contrast looks to sophisticated, “quiet luxury” hues. From espresso brunettes to bronze blondes and muted copper tones, this year’s color palette feels rich, nuanced, and effortlessly chic. 

But vibrant color demands smart care — and Kevin Murphy’s regimen products are designed to keep color shiny, hydrated, and healthy.

Trend: Espresso & Rich Brunette Dominance

Deep, glossy brunettes — especially espresso brown — are set to be big in 2026. These shades are rich and reflective, with low contrast that embraces natural tones with luminosity. 

Kevin Murphy Routine:

• Hydrate-Me.Wash — moisturizes without heaviness.
• Hydrate-Me.Rinse — detangles and seals cuticles for shine.
  This pairing helps colour look polished and deep-toned while preventing dryness.

Trend: Copper 2.0 — Ginger Glow

Copper is back, but softer. Think muted copper blends and strawberry golden shades that are wearable yet striking. 

Kevin Murphy Routine:

• Use Angel.Wash & Rinse if you have fine hair — preserves warmth while adding gloss.
• Follow with Young.Again.Rinse for anti-aging hydration that enhances softness and shine.

Copper tones can fade faster, so supporting with hydrating products prolongs vibrancy between salon visits.

Trend: Lived-In & Low-Maintenance Blonde

Lived-in blondes with soft root blends and natural transitions are still trending — especially champagne, beige blonde, and gentle root melts. 

Kevin Murphy Routine:

• Angel.Wash & Rinse — perfect for fine color-treated blondes.
• Blonde.Angels.Masque — provides moisture and helps protect strands from brassiness.

Maintaining healthy hair is key when you’re working with light tones — these products keep strands strong and gleaming.

Trend: Glossy Shine — the 2026 Hair “Flex”

It’s not just color – shine itself is trending. Glossy, reflective hair is one of 2026’s biggest staples, and it’s trending across all shades from warm browns to mink blondes. 

Kevin Murphy Product: Super.Milk Treatment

A leave-in latte-like treatment that nourishes strands, boosts shine, and protects color without weight.

Color Care Tips for 2026

Pre-Styling:

Always start with a color safe shampoo and conditioner. Hydration and cuticle sealing are essential.

Heat Protection:

Use thermal products before hot tools to prevent colour fade and dryness.

Mask Time:

Weekly treatments like Blonde.Angels.Masque help seal pigment and restore softness.

Gloss Boost:

Apply Super.Milk or a light shine serum to reflect light and highlight colour depth.

Pro Stylist Thought — Balancing Trend & Care

Color trends in 2026 favor depth, sophistication, and glow, not extremes. This means your color services should enhance natural beauty while still delivering impact. A good care routine — especially one anchored by Kevin Murphy products — helps maintain vibrancy, strength, and shine long after you leave the salon.

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