Think back to your childhood memories of running through sprinklers and playing hide and seek. Do you remember your hair then? It was beautiful, healthy and dimensional, sparkling with bits of gold and copper. But time has passed and your hair has changed, the natural sparkle has faded, the shine diminished, the color flattened. It happens to all of us, as we get older hair gets darker and ashier, so even if you’re not going gray, your natural tone could leave something to be desired. Still, you may not want to give it up completely, or you may already be committed to a single process, but feel your shade is lacking something…whatever your story, if you’re a brunette, you could benefit from some shimmer, some variation, a little lightness. Read on for tips and formulations. — Laura Martin
