Violet Peekaboo

Saturated violet purple set under a black canopy, deep in tone but unmistakably purple whenever it shows.

Violet Peekaboo

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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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Purple carries a heavier pigment load than pink or blue, so this panel keeps its identity longer than most vivids do. In shadow it merges with the black on top and simply looks glossy; under lamps or open sky it separates out clearly. Violet fades on a predictable path, losing its red first and drifting toward a dusty blue-gray, and plenty of people leave it there because the faded stage stands up on its own.

Undertonecool. Cool violet holds steady against cool and olive skin, while on very warm complexions the contrast is sharper and the panel reads more theatrical.
Starting pointA level seven lift is usually enough for violet to show its true tone, making it one of the less punishing vivids to put into dark hair.
UpkeepA purple direct dye every five or six weeks, and no clarifying shampoo, which strips this family faster than anything else in the shower.

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Questions about Violet Peekaboo

Which skin undertones suit Violet Peekaboo?

Cool undertones. Cool violet holds steady against cool and olive skin, while on very warm complexions the contrast is sharper and the panel reads more theatrical.

What hair do I need to start with for Violet Peekaboo?

A level seven lift is usually enough for violet to show its true tone, making it one of the less punishing vivids to put into dark hair.

How much upkeep does Violet Peekaboo need?

A purple direct dye every five or six weeks, and no clarifying shampoo, which strips this family faster than anything else in the shower.

Can I try Violet Peekaboo on my own photo before I dye my hair?

Yes. HairGlam puts Violet Peekaboo 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.