Ombré & Balayage

Swamp

A murky green blend layering moss, olive and dark forest so the color looks damp and uneven rather than uniform.

Swamp

BeforeSwamp

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This render comes from the same edit instruction HairGlam uses for this look, applied to a studio portrait. In the app the shade lands on your own photo instead.

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The three greens are woven through each other instead of stacked in a gradient, which is why it reads as organic murk and not as a dye job. Under warm indoor bulbs the olive dominates and the whole head can look almost brown; in daylight the cooler forest green comes forward. Green is the most stubborn direct dye there is, so it fades slowly and unevenly into a swampy khaki that plenty of people simply keep.

Undertonecool, neutral. The dominant greens sit cool with a yellow-olive undercurrent, which reads well against neutral and olive skin and can emphasize redness in very pink complexions.
Starting pointGreen pigment needs a light canvas to show its depth, so pre-lightening to at least a level eight is required, though the darkest forest tone will grab on a level seven.
UpkeepIt holds longer than most fashion shades, so a refresh somewhere around week seven is usually enough, with a green-depositing conditioner in between.

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Questions about Swamp

Which skin undertones suit Swamp?

Cool, neutral undertones. The dominant greens sit cool with a yellow-olive undercurrent, which reads well against neutral and olive skin and can emphasize redness in very pink complexions.

What hair do I need to start with for Swamp?

Green pigment needs a light canvas to show its depth, so pre-lightening to at least a level eight is required, though the darkest forest tone will grab on a level seven.

How much upkeep does Swamp need?

It holds longer than most fashion shades, so a refresh somewhere around week seven is usually enough, with a green-depositing conditioner in between.

Can I try Swamp on my own photo before I dye my hair?

Yes. HairGlam puts Swamp on a photo of your own hair in a few seconds, so you can check it against your skin tone and eye color before you book or buy a box dye. It is free to download on iPhone and iPad with 12 free looks: 4 haircuts, 4 hair colors and 4 makeup looks, and some looks can also be tried free in your browser at hairglam.app/try.