Yellow hair colors are back and bolder than ever! From sunny highlights to bold, neon hues there are endless ways to rock this '20s trend. Get inspired with 26 yellow hair color ideas perfect for 2023. Stand out from the crowd with these surprisingly trendy looks.

Bright Neon Lemon Yellow Mullet with Choppy Ends and Short Bangs

this daring and dramatic hue will make a bold impact with its choppy ends and short bangs. this vivid color will capture attention if you’re looking for something eye-catching. I recommend asking your colorist for a global blonding technique to get a perfect shade. It lightens the hair all over first. Be sure to ask about any special maintenance to ensure colored hair from damage over time. When in doubt, investing in a color-safe cleanser is always recommended.

Dark Rooted Mustard Yellow Hair for women with a medium-length haircut

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If you want to add brightness to your hair, ask for a shadow dark-rooted mustard yellow balayage. Dyeing your hair with this bold color can give your tresses a unique and eye-catching look. this hue works best for those with warm skin tones. Keep in mind that this pure pigmented color fades quickly. So rinsing with cool water helps prevent it from coming out as quickly. Be prepared to stay bright and beautiful. Pre-book with your stylist for touch-up appointments every four to six weeks.

this is a real-statement of hair and a color that stands out. to dare to have yellow hair is an empowering thing. Be prepared to turn heads. the bright neon orange roots give the hair some depth and complement the overall neon yellow hair. For a bold color like this, your hair needs to be in good condition. the hair needs to be bleached beforehand to be colored yellow, and not every hair can handle that process. that’s why a blunt cut complements the color. Almost like a wig!

When everyone is scared of yellow in their hair, you should try embracing it. Nothing is more eye-catching than a bright yellowish tone that is unique and fun. Don’t rush. Spend time letting this color process for the best effect and long-lasting results.

With this hairstyle, your yellow hair will instantly be that stand-out fashion piece for when you’re too lazy to update your wardrobe.

A lot of shades of yellow can look like failed bleach jobs. Luckily, this one hits the perfect spot of not too yellow and blonde.

A gorgeous marigold yellow blowout is definitely one of the best ways to get noticed. to achieve this marvelous color prior to dyeing your hair with vivid colors, you need to get it all bleached out. Make sure when you do that your colorist is using a bonding treatment like Innolux, for example.

Black and yellow hair has the right balance of lemon yellow, orange highlights, and ebony color to bring out a freshening look right onto your face! the pop of color really stands out and brings your wavy bob to a whole other level.

When all else fails, make that yellow bright by partnering it with a platinum blonde. Super bold and vivid yellow blonde hair, might I say!

Ever dreamed of having cartoon colorful hair? Now you can wear bright lemons and pinks in reality!

this pale yellow hue is very fresh yet lived-in, meaning it looks done but undone all at the same time. the best part about the color is the 2 tones that appear, and how the pops of color start off the root. Any blonde could wear these kinds of colors since they are temporary.

this pastel yellow hair really is something you could sport for a short time due to the temporary color, which will wash out in 6-12 washes depending on the shampoo you use and the temporary effect of the hairstyle.

Having yellow hair is a really bold choice, and golden yellow will most definitely brighten your entire style. this blue and yellow hair was achieved using trillion tones as a one-step lift and deposit fashion color. Choose a yellow-blue combo as they are complementary to natural tones in most skin and eye colors.

Having brightly colored hair can grab a lot of attention! Most hair types can be a candidate for yellow hair since the hair will naturally lift to a yellow tone when lightening.

Depending on how dark your natural color is will determine the process it will take and how light/bright the outcome will be. Having vivid colors in your hair will require a strict home care routine. Only shampoo once or twice a week with cold/cool water, and conditioning and rinsing thoroughly on other days or using dry shampoo will help, too.

the longevity of your bright yellow hair color depends on your care at home so it is best to use the products recommended for your hair by your stylist so it is catered to your hair’s exact needs.

Usual takers on two-colored hair try for the ombre or balayage technique. this cutting edge dip-dye job takes on a whole level of sunny yellow dyed hair.

Look, any yellow hairstyle or color fits ebony beauties, so trying this one won’t be a problem.

there is no room to be mellow when you’ve got hair this yellow! the neon shade on punk short hair embodies ride or die attitude.

An unlikely combination but one that works! A dusky color that blends into yellow hair with canary ends is a surprisingly good pair.

this red hair with yellow highlights really shows off those dragon flames!

this may be your first step to having yellow hair colors. Ease into it by having it first as highlights and make your caramel locks brighten up.

Here’s one for the undecided ladies out there. Partner your dyed yellow hair with a lovely orange and get ready to wear the sunset all day long.

this yellow hue has got you lookin’ like heroes straight from the comic books!

the right pastel yellow shade for both colors, blended properly, seem to complement each other very well.

Q

How would you describe this?

this sunflower yellow ombré hair was created using a seamless blend of foil application and the perfect saturation of yellow for vibrancy and shine. Notice the transition of the natural dark hair into the yellow. Style your hair smooth for a lot of movement to show off the transition, but to also have the yellow hair dye be as dramatic as it looks!

What’s your best advice?

Vivid colors need a lot of attention. Color safe and heat protecting products will help with the longevity of color. Get a customized colored conditioner that will help refresh the color with every wash.

As far as the lightening process, that can be more low maintenance if you choose to do a ombre yellow hair color like this. Anything that has the natural hair blended in with it will be easier to maintain and just require a color refresher in between the lightening service. Keeping your yellow hair natural, hydrated, and healthy will always make your vivid hair look amazing!

Q

How would you describe this?

these dark yellow strands are something fun without being dramatic. the color and the fusion it has at the end is creating a certain hairstyle.

What’s your best advice?

Make sure your hair is in good condition and make a good discoloration. It’s important to wear this dark yellow hair safely, and at home, you should be very careful with specific products, especially a shampoo dry.

this is a beautiful ray of mustard yellow! Its warmth and vibrancy are a plus, as well as its all-over color.

Be sure you can take care of it at home! Especially if going from such a drastic change, you need to be sure that all the work put in at the chair doesn’t go to waste at home.

Ask your stylist to send you home with the Joico Defy Damage masque to maintain the superb integrity of your yellow hair after bleaching.

For a bold color choice consider yellow and pink balayage. this vibrant color is a showstopper. Remember that fashion colors such as this require a lot of time to achieve and can be quite costly to maintain. If budget is a concern this may not be the best choice for you. talk to your stylist about what options would work for you and your lifestyle.

Unveil 26 surprisingly trendy yellow hair color ideas that are set to steal the spotlight.

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