{"id":1530386,"date":"2025-12-23T13:10:00","date_gmt":"2025-12-23T10:10:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1530386"},"modified":"2025-12-23T13:10:00","modified_gmt":"2025-12-23T10:10:00","slug":"the-cool-toned-milk-tea-hair-trend-is-piping-hot","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1530386","title":{"rendered":"The Cool-Toned &#8220;Milk Tea Hair&#8221; Trend Is Piping Hot"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><main id=\"main_1-0\" class=\"comp main layout-body--continuous-scroll mntl-block\" data-tracking-container=\"true\"><\/p>\n<article id=\"beauty-article--sc_1-0\" class=\"comp beauty-article--sc beauty-article mntl-article mntl-article--three-column sc-ad-container\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"loc article-header\">\n<div id=\"article-header_1-0\" class=\"comp article-header mntl-block article-top\">\n<h1 id=\"article-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp article-heading mntl-text-block\">The Cool-Toned &#8220;Milk Tea Hair&#8221; Trend Is Piping Hot<\/h1>\n<div id=\"article-meta_1-0\" class=\"comp article-meta mntl-article-meta mntl-block\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"bylines_1-0\" class=\"comp bylines beauty-bylines mntl-bylines\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__group_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__group mntl-block mntl-bylines__group--author\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item mntl-attribution__item--has-date\"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">By<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip=\"Celia Shatzman is a Brooklyn-based writer who covers beauty, fashion, celebrities, entertainment, and other lifestyle topics. Her work has appeared in Cosmopolitan, Teen Vogue, Marie Claire, and more.\" data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Celia Shatzman<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top \">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"Celia Shatzman, a contributing writer for Byrdie poses for a headshot\" class=\"lazyload mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/celia-9ba4bb53da3e4da89c5a55b7eb2671f2-2.webp\" title=\"celia-9ba4bb53da3e4da89c5a55b7eb2671f2-2\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/celia-9ba4bb53da3e4da89c5a55b7eb2671f2-2.webp\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Celia Shatzman, a contributing writer for Byrdie poses for a headshot\" title=\"celia-9ba4bb53da3e4da89c5a55b7eb2671f2-2\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__name_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__name mntl-attribution__item \">\nCelia Shatzman\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\nCelia Shatzman is a Brooklyn-based writer who covers beauty, fashion, celebrities, entertainment, and other lifestyle topics. Her work has appeared in Cosmopolitan, Teen Vogue, Marie Claire, and more.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bottom\">\nByrdie&#8217;s Editorial Guidelines\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-attribution__item-date\">Published on December 23, 2025 08:10AM<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-left-rail\">\n<div id=\"beauty-sticky-toc_1-0\" class=\"comp beauty-sticky-toc mntl-block js-sticky-container sticky-toc__wrapper\">\n<div id=\"sticky-toc_1-0\" class=\"comp sticky-toc mntl-universal-sticky-toc mntl-sticky-toc mntl-block sticky-toc-widget\" data-desktop-bp=\"70em\">\n<div id=\"toc-wrapper_1-0\" class=\"comp toc-wrapper mntl-toc mntl-block\" data-chop-mobile=\"false\" data-offset=\"60\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__inner_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__inner mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__heading mntl-block js-toc-toggle\"><span id=\"mntl-toc__heading-text_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__heading-text mntl-text-block\">In This Article<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-toc-toggle_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc-toggle mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc-toggle__btn_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc-toggle__btn mntl-text-block js-mntl-toc-toggle text-label-300\" data-click-tracked=\"true\" data-collapsed-text=\"View All\" data-expanded-text=\"View Less\">View All<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__mobile-toggle_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__mobile-toggle mntl-block js-sticky-toggle\"><span id=\"mntl-toc__heading-text_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__heading-text mntl-text-block\">In This Article<\/span><\/div>\n<ul id=\"mntl-toc__list_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list mntl-toc__list-heading expert-content text-utility-300\">\n<li id=\"mntl-toc__list-item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__list-item-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item-heading mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">What It Is<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-toc__list-item_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__list-item-heading_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item-heading mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">About the Trend<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-toc__list-item_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__list-item-heading_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item-heading mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Get the Look<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-toc__list-item_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__list-item-heading_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item-heading mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">The Final Takeaway<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-content\">\n<div id=\"article__broad-video-jw_1-0\" class=\"comp article__broad-video-jw mntl-jwplayer-broad mntl-block is-hidden\" data-pixel-depth=\"100\">\n<div id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title mntl-block\"><button id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close mntl-block text-label-100\" data-click-tracked=\"false\"><span id=\"mntl-text-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-text-block\">Close<\/span><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-block article__body right-rail\">\n<figure id=\"mntl-universal-primary-image_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-primary-image primary-image\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"primary-image__media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_2_470942491_900462742076143_8485220623124746306_n-ebbdc638468942ae8600fe94d2d7094f-2.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" alt='Lily-Rose Depp with a cool-toned light brown \"milk tea\" hair color and neutral makeup' class=\" primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" title=\"imgi_2_470942491_900462742076143_8485220623124746306_n-ebbdc638468942ae8600fe94d2d7094f-2\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_2_470942491_900462742076143_8485220623124746306_n-ebbdc638468942ae8600fe94d2d7094f-2.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" class=\"loaded primary-img--noscript primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" alt='Lily-Rose Depp with a cool-toned light brown \"milk tea\" hair color and neutral makeup' title=\"imgi_2_470942491_900462742076143_8485220623124746306_n-ebbdc638468942ae8600fe94d2d7094f-2\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"primary-image__figcap_1-0\" class=\"comp primary-image__figcap mntl-figure-caption figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@lilyrose_depp \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-page_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-page mntl-block\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"16\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"5\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--finalverdict beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-finalverdict\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Key Takeaways<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>The latest hair color trend is &#8220;milk tea hair,&#8221; a soft beige hue that&#8217;s the cool-toned equivalent of bronde.<\/li>\n<li>The shade looks great on almost anyone when you work with a colorist to get the right mix for your undertones, plus it&#8217;s lower-maintenance than some more dramatic takes on blonde and brunette.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> How do you take your tea? With a touch of milk? Regardless of your beverage preferences, that familiar cool-toned hue is finding its way to beauty via the rise of \u201cmilk tea hair.\u201d Like many hair trends, you can credit Kate Middleton for this one: Steven Picciano, Goldwell National Artist\u00a0and owner of Glass Beauty Bar, said he started noticing a larger client request after the Princess of Wales started going lighter.\u00a0\u201cMilk tea is trending on the tail of the blonde hair obsession, but lots of skin tones call for a cooler finish,\u201d he says. \u201cMilk tea hair is the cool-toned answer to the bronde hair color trend.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Despite its niche, playful name, this is turning out to be one of the most accessible, versatile hair color trends of the moment. Ahead, <strong>learn everything you need to know about milk tea hair<\/strong>, including how to get the look and who it\u2019s best for.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--meetourexpert beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-meetourexpert\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Meet the Experts<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Jennifer Thomas is the owner of Jennifer Thomas Salon\u00a0in Beverly Hills.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Olivia Thompson is a global blonde specialist at Joico.<\/li>\n<li>Steven Picciano is a Goldwell National Artist\u00a0and the owner of Glass Beauty Bar.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> What Is &#8220;Milk Tea&#8221; Hair? <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> \u201cMilk tea hair is a soft, creamy beige blonde inspired by the color of milk tea,\u201d says hairstylist Jennifer Thomas, who owns Jennifer Thomas Salon\u00a0in Beverly Hills. \u201cBeige is created by blending gold and violet tones. The gold keeps the hair looking healthy and dimensional, while the violet gently softens extra warmth so the final color looks neutral, silky, and elegant. Without that small amount of violet, you don\u2019t get that true milk tea tone.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" alt='Woman with cool toned light brown \"milk tea\" hair' class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_1-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_1_471511648_18477995851023499_122720510092220173_n-dbb2a2ad1307498d9a0f59b791d0b045.webp\" title=\"imgi_1_471511648_18477995851023499_122720510092220173_n-dbb2a2ad1307498d9a0f59b791d0b045\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_1_471511648_18477995851023499_122720510092220173_n-dbb2a2ad1307498d9a0f59b791d0b045.webp\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt='Woman with cool toned light brown \"milk tea\" hair' title=\"imgi_1_471511648_18477995851023499_122720510092220173_n-dbb2a2ad1307498d9a0f59b791d0b045\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@joico \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_11-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> The soft, creamy hair color sits right between warm and cool. \u201cThink beige, taupe, and light ash tones that look natural and smooth, not icy and not yellow,\u201d says Joico global blonde specialist Olivia Thompson. \u201cIt has a muted, blended finish that feels effortless and modern.\u201d\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_13-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> One of the reason milk tea hair is gaining steam (pun intended) is because of its soft appearance. \u201cMilk tea hair has a way of making hair look healthier and shinier, especially when paired with the right care routine,\u201d Thompson says. \u201cIt never looks harsh and it always feels current.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"Back view of woman with cool toned light brown milk tea hair, softly curled\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_2-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_1_481919751_18486616045043258_4386826571656732722_n-5dab4d55cc384375bffefd6866f70fd3.webp\" title=\"imgi_1_481919751_18486616045043258_4386826571656732722_n-5dab4d55cc384375bffefd6866f70fd3\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_1_481919751_18486616045043258_4386826571656732722_n-5dab4d55cc384375bffefd6866f70fd3.webp\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Back view of woman with cool toned light brown milk tea hair, softly curled\" title=\"imgi_1_481919751_18486616045043258_4386826571656732722_n-5dab4d55cc384375bffefd6866f70fd3\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@mana_iszk \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> About the Trend <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> \u201cMilk tea hair has reached peak popularity thanks to its relatable, charming name,\u201d Thomas says. \u201cWhen you think of milk tea, you picture something soft, pretty, and delicious\u2014and people love wearing colors that evoke that same feeling in their hair. Today\u2019s trends are all about tone-on-tone color, and milk tea hair is the perfect reflection of that. It\u2019s soft, blended, creamy, and feels very current. We\u2019re embracing it because it\u2019s beautiful.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"Beyonce with curly cool-toned bronde milk tea hair, sharp eyeliner, and racing jacket\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_3-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_37_587786289_18592700833008035_7262239167653604487_n-c7c21c35c2644d1b9a68bb6a5a926a87.webp\" title=\"imgi_37_587786289_18592700833008035_7262239167653604487_n-c7c21c35c2644d1b9a68bb6a5a926a87\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_37_587786289_18592700833008035_7262239167653604487_n-c7c21c35c2644d1b9a68bb6a5a926a87.webp\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Beyonce with curly cool-toned bronde milk tea hair, sharp eyeliner, and racing jacket\" title=\"imgi_37_587786289_18592700833008035_7262239167653604487_n-c7c21c35c2644d1b9a68bb6a5a926a87\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@beyonce \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Another reason milk tea hair is trending is because it\u2019s attainable. \u201cMost clients desire to go lighter at some point, and milk tea allows colorists to meet your request without compromising the depth they know your skin tone needs,\u201d Picciano says.\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_22-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Plus, milk tea hair looks polished without being high-maintenance. Thompson explains that the shade grows out well, looks great in everyday lighting, and stays soft when cared for properly at home. \u201cIt feels elevated but still very wearable,\u201d she says.\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_24-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"Lily-Rose Depp with an updo in a cool toned light brown milk tea hair shade\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_4-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_2_470942875_2061049081010700_3769191557843876053_n-a0a1fe5c49d54a94b1faea77c7cc9e32.webp\" title=\"imgi_2_470942875_2061049081010700_3769191557843876053_n-a0a1fe5c49d54a94b1faea77c7cc9e32\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_2_470942875_2061049081010700_3769191557843876053_n-a0a1fe5c49d54a94b1faea77c7cc9e32.webp\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Lily-Rose Depp with an updo in a cool toned light brown milk tea hair shade\" title=\"imgi_2_470942875_2061049081010700_3769191557843876053_n-a0a1fe5c49d54a94b1faea77c7cc9e32\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@lilyrose_depp \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_25-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> How to Get the Look <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_26-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Milk tea hair looks good on almost everyone because it\u2019s soft, accessible, and adaptable. \u201cYou can wear it slightly lighter or slightly deeper,\u201d Thomas says. \u201cIt gives blonde a polished, creamy look without harsh contrasts or high-maintenance upkeep. The key is choosing a beige tone you feel comfortable with and making sure your makeup supports the look. When transitioning into milk tea blonde from a very different color, sticking to neutral or smoky makeup tones helps everything blend together for a cohesive finish.\u201d\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_28-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> You\u2019ll want to keep your coloring in mind when determining the right milk tea hair for you. \u201cMilk tea works beautiful for dark to medium brown hair for clients who have olive or yellow undertones,\u201d Picciano says. \u201cCool on cool creates harmony and softness.\u00a0However, if you have very pink undertones or warm skin, milk tea hair might clash and cause you to need a change in your foundation. Warmer undertones should lean into bronde, warmer-finish hair color.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_30-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The Final Takeaway <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_31-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Milk tea hair is a versatile, incredibly wearable shade, so it makes sense why so many are turning to it. If you&#8217;re intrigued by the trend, just be sure to have a conversation with your colorist to find the right hue for you and make sure you\u2019re on the same page. \u201cLet your colorist know you want something soft, blended, and easy to maintain,\u201d Thompson says. \u201cAsk for a creamy beige tone that sits between warm and cool, not yellow and not silver. It also looks best when the hair is healthy and hydrated. 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height=\"240\" alt=\"Three Professional Hair Color Brands Featuring Wella Illumina Color, Matrix SoColor, L'Oreal Majirel On a Grey Gradient Background\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/byr-professional-hair-color-brands-tout-a54b816d8bd14a419727ca5616aa468e-2.webp\" title=\"byr-professional-hair-color-brands-tout-a54b816d8bd14a419727ca5616aa468e-2\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/byr-professional-hair-color-brands-tout-a54b816d8bd14a419727ca5616aa468e-2.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"Three Professional Hair Color Brands Featuring Wella Illumina Color, Matrix SoColor, L'Oreal Majirel On a Grey Gradient Background\" title=\"byr-professional-hair-color-brands-tout-a54b816d8bd14a419727ca5616aa468e-2\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">The 9 Best Professional Hair Color Brands, According to Hair Experts<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"card-list__item_16-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"A lineup of Batiste Powder Dry Shampoo.\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/batistelede-0277819002a5482ca123de61c8779893-13.webp\" title=\"batistelede-0277819002a5482ca123de61c8779893-13\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/batistelede-0277819002a5482ca123de61c8779893-13.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"A lineup of Batiste Powder Dry Shampoo.\" title=\"batistelede-0277819002a5482ca123de61c8779893-13\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">Your Favorite Drugstore Dry Shampoo Now Comes in a Powder<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/main><\/p>\n<article id=\"beauty-article--sc_1-0\" class=\"comp beauty-article--sc beauty-article mntl-article mntl-article--three-column sc-ad-container\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"loc article-header\">\n<div id=\"article-header_1-0\" class=\"comp article-header mntl-block article-top\">\n<h1 id=\"article-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp article-heading mntl-text-block\">The Cool-Toned &#8220;Milk Tea Hair&#8221; Trend Is Piping Hot<\/h1>\n<div id=\"article-meta_1-0\" class=\"comp article-meta mntl-article-meta mntl-block\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"bylines_1-0\" class=\"comp bylines beauty-bylines mntl-bylines\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__group_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__group mntl-block mntl-bylines__group--author\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item mntl-attribution__item--has-date\"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">By<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip=\"Celia Shatzman is a Brooklyn-based writer who covers beauty, fashion, celebrities, entertainment, and other lifestyle topics. Her work has appeared in Cosmopolitan, Teen Vogue, Marie Claire, and more.\" data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Celia Shatzman<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top \">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"Celia Shatzman, a contributing writer for Byrdie poses for a headshot\" class=\"lazyload mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/celia-9ba4bb53da3e4da89c5a55b7eb2671f2-2.webp\" title=\"celia-9ba4bb53da3e4da89c5a55b7eb2671f2-2\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/celia-9ba4bb53da3e4da89c5a55b7eb2671f2-2.webp\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Celia Shatzman, a contributing writer for Byrdie poses for a headshot\" title=\"celia-9ba4bb53da3e4da89c5a55b7eb2671f2-2\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__name_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__name mntl-attribution__item \">\nCelia Shatzman\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\nCelia Shatzman is a Brooklyn-based writer who covers beauty, fashion, celebrities, entertainment, and other lifestyle topics. Her work has appeared in Cosmopolitan, Teen Vogue, Marie Claire, and more.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bottom\">\nByrdie&#8217;s Editorial Guidelines\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-attribution__item-date\">Published on December 23, 2025 08:10AM<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-left-rail\">\n<div id=\"beauty-sticky-toc_1-0\" class=\"comp beauty-sticky-toc mntl-block js-sticky-container sticky-toc__wrapper\">\n<div id=\"sticky-toc_1-0\" class=\"comp sticky-toc mntl-universal-sticky-toc mntl-sticky-toc mntl-block sticky-toc-widget\" data-desktop-bp=\"70em\">\n<div id=\"toc-wrapper_1-0\" class=\"comp toc-wrapper mntl-toc mntl-block\" data-chop-mobile=\"false\" data-offset=\"60\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__inner_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__inner mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__heading mntl-block js-toc-toggle\"><span id=\"mntl-toc__heading-text_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__heading-text mntl-text-block\">In This Article<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-toc-toggle_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc-toggle mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc-toggle__btn_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc-toggle__btn mntl-text-block js-mntl-toc-toggle text-label-300\" data-click-tracked=\"true\" data-collapsed-text=\"View All\" data-expanded-text=\"View Less\">View All<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__mobile-toggle_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__mobile-toggle mntl-block js-sticky-toggle\"><span id=\"mntl-toc__heading-text_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__heading-text mntl-text-block\">In This Article<\/span><\/div>\n<ul id=\"mntl-toc__list_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list mntl-toc__list-heading expert-content text-utility-300\">\n<li id=\"mntl-toc__list-item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__list-item-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item-heading mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">What It Is<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-toc__list-item_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__list-item-heading_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item-heading mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">About the Trend<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-toc__list-item_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__list-item-heading_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item-heading mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Get the Look<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-toc__list-item_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__list-item-heading_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item-heading mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">The Final Takeaway<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-content\">\n<div id=\"article__broad-video-jw_1-0\" class=\"comp article__broad-video-jw mntl-jwplayer-broad mntl-block is-hidden\" data-pixel-depth=\"100\">\n<div id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title mntl-block\"><button id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close mntl-block text-label-100\" data-click-tracked=\"false\"><span id=\"mntl-text-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-text-block\">Close<\/span><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-block article__body right-rail\">\n<figure id=\"mntl-universal-primary-image_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-primary-image primary-image\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"primary-image__media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_2_470942491_900462742076143_8485220623124746306_n-ebbdc638468942ae8600fe94d2d7094f-2.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" alt='Lily-Rose Depp with a cool-toned light brown \"milk tea\" hair color and neutral makeup' class=\" primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" title=\"imgi_2_470942491_900462742076143_8485220623124746306_n-ebbdc638468942ae8600fe94d2d7094f-2\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_2_470942491_900462742076143_8485220623124746306_n-ebbdc638468942ae8600fe94d2d7094f-2.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" class=\"loaded primary-img--noscript primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" alt='Lily-Rose Depp with a cool-toned light brown \"milk tea\" hair color and neutral makeup' title=\"imgi_2_470942491_900462742076143_8485220623124746306_n-ebbdc638468942ae8600fe94d2d7094f-2\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"primary-image__figcap_1-0\" class=\"comp primary-image__figcap mntl-figure-caption figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@lilyrose_depp \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-page_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-page mntl-block\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"16\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"5\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--finalverdict beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-finalverdict\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Key Takeaways<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>The latest hair color trend is &#8220;milk tea hair,&#8221; a soft beige hue that&#8217;s the cool-toned equivalent of bronde.<\/li>\n<li>The shade looks great on almost anyone when you work with a colorist to get the right mix for your undertones, plus it&#8217;s lower-maintenance than some more dramatic takes on blonde and brunette.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> How do you take your tea? With a touch of milk? Regardless of your beverage preferences, that familiar cool-toned hue is finding its way to beauty via the rise of \u201cmilk tea hair.\u201d Like many hair trends, you can credit Kate Middleton for this one: Steven Picciano, Goldwell National Artist\u00a0and owner of Glass Beauty Bar, said he started noticing a larger client request after the Princess of Wales started going lighter.\u00a0\u201cMilk tea is trending on the tail of the blonde hair obsession, but lots of skin tones call for a cooler finish,\u201d he says. \u201cMilk tea hair is the cool-toned answer to the bronde hair color trend.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Despite its niche, playful name, this is turning out to be one of the most accessible, versatile hair color trends of the moment. Ahead, <strong>learn everything you need to know about milk tea hair<\/strong>, including how to get the look and who it\u2019s best for.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--meetourexpert beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-meetourexpert\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Meet the Experts<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Jennifer Thomas is the owner of Jennifer Thomas Salon\u00a0in Beverly Hills.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Olivia Thompson is a global blonde specialist at Joico.<\/li>\n<li>Steven Picciano is a Goldwell National Artist\u00a0and the owner of Glass Beauty Bar.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> What Is &#8220;Milk Tea&#8221; Hair? <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> \u201cMilk tea hair is a soft, creamy beige blonde inspired by the color of milk tea,\u201d says hairstylist Jennifer Thomas, who owns Jennifer Thomas Salon\u00a0in Beverly Hills. \u201cBeige is created by blending gold and violet tones. The gold keeps the hair looking healthy and dimensional, while the violet gently softens extra warmth so the final color looks neutral, silky, and elegant. Without that small amount of violet, you don\u2019t get that true milk tea tone.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" alt='Woman with cool toned light brown \"milk tea\" hair' class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_1-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_1_471511648_18477995851023499_122720510092220173_n-dbb2a2ad1307498d9a0f59b791d0b045.webp\" title=\"imgi_1_471511648_18477995851023499_122720510092220173_n-dbb2a2ad1307498d9a0f59b791d0b045\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_1_471511648_18477995851023499_122720510092220173_n-dbb2a2ad1307498d9a0f59b791d0b045.webp\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt='Woman with cool toned light brown \"milk tea\" hair' title=\"imgi_1_471511648_18477995851023499_122720510092220173_n-dbb2a2ad1307498d9a0f59b791d0b045\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@joico \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_11-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> The soft, creamy hair color sits right between warm and cool. \u201cThink beige, taupe, and light ash tones that look natural and smooth, not icy and not yellow,\u201d says Joico global blonde specialist Olivia Thompson. \u201cIt has a muted, blended finish that feels effortless and modern.\u201d\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_13-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> One of the reason milk tea hair is gaining steam (pun intended) is because of its soft appearance. \u201cMilk tea hair has a way of making hair look healthier and shinier, especially when paired with the right care routine,\u201d Thompson says. \u201cIt never looks harsh and it always feels current.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"Back view of woman with cool toned light brown milk tea hair, softly curled\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_2-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_1_481919751_18486616045043258_4386826571656732722_n-5dab4d55cc384375bffefd6866f70fd3.webp\" title=\"imgi_1_481919751_18486616045043258_4386826571656732722_n-5dab4d55cc384375bffefd6866f70fd3\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_1_481919751_18486616045043258_4386826571656732722_n-5dab4d55cc384375bffefd6866f70fd3.webp\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Back view of woman with cool toned light brown milk tea hair, softly curled\" title=\"imgi_1_481919751_18486616045043258_4386826571656732722_n-5dab4d55cc384375bffefd6866f70fd3\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@mana_iszk \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> About the Trend <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> \u201cMilk tea hair has reached peak popularity thanks to its relatable, charming name,\u201d Thomas says. \u201cWhen you think of milk tea, you picture something soft, pretty, and delicious\u2014and people love wearing colors that evoke that same feeling in their hair. Today\u2019s trends are all about tone-on-tone color, and milk tea hair is the perfect reflection of that. It\u2019s soft, blended, creamy, and feels very current. We\u2019re embracing it because it\u2019s beautiful.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"Beyonce with curly cool-toned bronde milk tea hair, sharp eyeliner, and racing jacket\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_3-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_37_587786289_18592700833008035_7262239167653604487_n-c7c21c35c2644d1b9a68bb6a5a926a87.webp\" title=\"imgi_37_587786289_18592700833008035_7262239167653604487_n-c7c21c35c2644d1b9a68bb6a5a926a87\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_37_587786289_18592700833008035_7262239167653604487_n-c7c21c35c2644d1b9a68bb6a5a926a87.webp\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Beyonce with curly cool-toned bronde milk tea hair, sharp eyeliner, and racing jacket\" title=\"imgi_37_587786289_18592700833008035_7262239167653604487_n-c7c21c35c2644d1b9a68bb6a5a926a87\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@beyonce \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Another reason milk tea hair is trending is because it\u2019s attainable. \u201cMost clients desire to go lighter at some point, and milk tea allows colorists to meet your request without compromising the depth they know your skin tone needs,\u201d Picciano says.\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_22-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Plus, milk tea hair looks polished without being high-maintenance. Thompson explains that the shade grows out well, looks great in everyday lighting, and stays soft when cared for properly at home. \u201cIt feels elevated but still very wearable,\u201d she says.\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_24-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"Lily-Rose Depp with an updo in a cool toned light brown milk tea hair shade\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_4-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_2_470942875_2061049081010700_3769191557843876053_n-a0a1fe5c49d54a94b1faea77c7cc9e32.webp\" title=\"imgi_2_470942875_2061049081010700_3769191557843876053_n-a0a1fe5c49d54a94b1faea77c7cc9e32\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_2_470942875_2061049081010700_3769191557843876053_n-a0a1fe5c49d54a94b1faea77c7cc9e32.webp\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Lily-Rose Depp with an updo in a cool toned light brown milk tea hair shade\" title=\"imgi_2_470942875_2061049081010700_3769191557843876053_n-a0a1fe5c49d54a94b1faea77c7cc9e32\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@lilyrose_depp \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_25-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> How to Get the Look <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_26-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Milk tea hair looks good on almost everyone because it\u2019s soft, accessible, and adaptable. \u201cYou can wear it slightly lighter or slightly deeper,\u201d Thomas says. \u201cIt gives blonde a polished, creamy look without harsh contrasts or high-maintenance upkeep. The key is choosing a beige tone you feel comfortable with and making sure your makeup supports the look. When transitioning into milk tea blonde from a very different color, sticking to neutral or smoky makeup tones helps everything blend together for a cohesive finish.\u201d\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_28-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> You\u2019ll want to keep your coloring in mind when determining the right milk tea hair for you. \u201cMilk tea works beautiful for dark to medium brown hair for clients who have olive or yellow undertones,\u201d Picciano says. \u201cCool on cool creates harmony and softness.\u00a0However, if you have very pink undertones or warm skin, milk tea hair might clash and cause you to need a change in your foundation. Warmer undertones should lean into bronde, warmer-finish hair color.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_30-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The Final Takeaway <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_31-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Milk tea hair is a versatile, incredibly wearable shade, so it makes sense why so many are turning to it. If you&#8217;re intrigued by the trend, just be sure to have a conversation with your colorist to find the right hue for you and make sure you\u2019re on the same page. \u201cLet your colorist know you want something soft, blended, and easy to maintain,\u201d Thompson says. \u201cAsk for a creamy beige tone that sits between warm and cool, not yellow and not silver. It also looks best when the hair is healthy and hydrated. Milk tea hair really shines when it is cared for correctly.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-post-content\">\n<div id=\"beauty-breadcrumbs--chips_1-0\" class=\"comp beauty-breadcrumbs--chips mntl-universal-breadcrumbs--chips mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__read-more_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__read-more mntl-text-block text-title-100\">Read more:<\/div>\n<ul id=\"mntl-universal-breadcrumbs_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-breadcrumbs mntl-block text-label-300 breadcrumbs\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<li id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__item mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Hair<\/span><\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__item_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__item mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Hair Color<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<div class=\"loc article-content\">\n<div id=\"article__broad-video-jw_1-0\" class=\"comp article__broad-video-jw mntl-jwplayer-broad mntl-block is-hidden\" data-pixel-depth=\"100\">\n<div id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title mntl-block\"><button id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close mntl-block text-label-100\" data-click-tracked=\"false\"><span id=\"mntl-text-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-text-block\">Close<\/span><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-block article__body right-rail\">\n<figure id=\"mntl-universal-primary-image_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-primary-image primary-image\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"primary-image__media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_2_470942491_900462742076143_8485220623124746306_n-ebbdc638468942ae8600fe94d2d7094f-2.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" alt='Lily-Rose Depp with a cool-toned light brown \"milk tea\" hair color and neutral makeup' class=\" primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" title=\"imgi_2_470942491_900462742076143_8485220623124746306_n-ebbdc638468942ae8600fe94d2d7094f-2\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_2_470942491_900462742076143_8485220623124746306_n-ebbdc638468942ae8600fe94d2d7094f-2.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" class=\"loaded primary-img--noscript primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" alt='Lily-Rose Depp with a cool-toned light brown \"milk tea\" hair color and neutral makeup' title=\"imgi_2_470942491_900462742076143_8485220623124746306_n-ebbdc638468942ae8600fe94d2d7094f-2\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"primary-image__figcap_1-0\" class=\"comp primary-image__figcap mntl-figure-caption figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@lilyrose_depp \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-page_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-page mntl-block\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"16\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"5\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--finalverdict beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-finalverdict\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Key Takeaways<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>The latest hair color trend is &#8220;milk tea hair,&#8221; a soft beige hue that&#8217;s the cool-toned equivalent of bronde.<\/li>\n<li>The shade looks great on almost anyone when you work with a colorist to get the right mix for your undertones, plus it&#8217;s lower-maintenance than some more dramatic takes on blonde and brunette.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> How do you take your tea? With a touch of milk? Regardless of your beverage preferences, that familiar cool-toned hue is finding its way to beauty via the rise of \u201cmilk tea hair.\u201d Like many hair trends, you can credit Kate Middleton for this one: Steven Picciano, Goldwell National Artist\u00a0and owner of Glass Beauty Bar, said he started noticing a larger client request after the Princess of Wales started going lighter.\u00a0\u201cMilk tea is trending on the tail of the blonde hair obsession, but lots of skin tones call for a cooler finish,\u201d he says. \u201cMilk tea hair is the cool-toned answer to the bronde hair color trend.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Despite its niche, playful name, this is turning out to be one of the most accessible, versatile hair color trends of the moment. Ahead, <strong>learn everything you need to know about milk tea hair<\/strong>, including how to get the look and who it\u2019s best for.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--meetourexpert beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-meetourexpert\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Meet the Experts<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Jennifer Thomas is the owner of Jennifer Thomas Salon\u00a0in Beverly Hills.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Olivia Thompson is a global blonde specialist at Joico.<\/li>\n<li>Steven Picciano is a Goldwell National Artist\u00a0and the owner of Glass Beauty Bar.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> What Is &#8220;Milk Tea&#8221; Hair? <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> \u201cMilk tea hair is a soft, creamy beige blonde inspired by the color of milk tea,\u201d says hairstylist Jennifer Thomas, who owns Jennifer Thomas Salon\u00a0in Beverly Hills. \u201cBeige is created by blending gold and violet tones. The gold keeps the hair looking healthy and dimensional, while the violet gently softens extra warmth so the final color looks neutral, silky, and elegant. Without that small amount of violet, you don\u2019t get that true milk tea tone.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" alt='Woman with cool toned light brown \"milk tea\" hair' class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_1-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_1_471511648_18477995851023499_122720510092220173_n-dbb2a2ad1307498d9a0f59b791d0b045.webp\" title=\"imgi_1_471511648_18477995851023499_122720510092220173_n-dbb2a2ad1307498d9a0f59b791d0b045\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_1_471511648_18477995851023499_122720510092220173_n-dbb2a2ad1307498d9a0f59b791d0b045.webp\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt='Woman with cool toned light brown \"milk tea\" hair' title=\"imgi_1_471511648_18477995851023499_122720510092220173_n-dbb2a2ad1307498d9a0f59b791d0b045\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@joico \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_11-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> The soft, creamy hair color sits right between warm and cool. \u201cThink beige, taupe, and light ash tones that look natural and smooth, not icy and not yellow,\u201d says Joico global blonde specialist Olivia Thompson. \u201cIt has a muted, blended finish that feels effortless and modern.\u201d\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_13-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> One of the reason milk tea hair is gaining steam (pun intended) is because of its soft appearance. \u201cMilk tea hair has a way of making hair look healthier and shinier, especially when paired with the right care routine,\u201d Thompson says. \u201cIt never looks harsh and it always feels current.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"Back view of woman with cool toned light brown milk tea hair, softly curled\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_2-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_1_481919751_18486616045043258_4386826571656732722_n-5dab4d55cc384375bffefd6866f70fd3.webp\" title=\"imgi_1_481919751_18486616045043258_4386826571656732722_n-5dab4d55cc384375bffefd6866f70fd3\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_1_481919751_18486616045043258_4386826571656732722_n-5dab4d55cc384375bffefd6866f70fd3.webp\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Back view of woman with cool toned light brown milk tea hair, softly curled\" title=\"imgi_1_481919751_18486616045043258_4386826571656732722_n-5dab4d55cc384375bffefd6866f70fd3\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@mana_iszk \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> About the Trend <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> \u201cMilk tea hair has reached peak popularity thanks to its relatable, charming name,\u201d Thomas says. \u201cWhen you think of milk tea, you picture something soft, pretty, and delicious\u2014and people love wearing colors that evoke that same feeling in their hair. Today\u2019s trends are all about tone-on-tone color, and milk tea hair is the perfect reflection of that. It\u2019s soft, blended, creamy, and feels very current. We\u2019re embracing it because it\u2019s beautiful.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"Beyonce with curly cool-toned bronde milk tea hair, sharp eyeliner, and racing jacket\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_3-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_37_587786289_18592700833008035_7262239167653604487_n-c7c21c35c2644d1b9a68bb6a5a926a87.webp\" title=\"imgi_37_587786289_18592700833008035_7262239167653604487_n-c7c21c35c2644d1b9a68bb6a5a926a87\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_37_587786289_18592700833008035_7262239167653604487_n-c7c21c35c2644d1b9a68bb6a5a926a87.webp\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Beyonce with curly cool-toned bronde milk tea hair, sharp eyeliner, and racing jacket\" title=\"imgi_37_587786289_18592700833008035_7262239167653604487_n-c7c21c35c2644d1b9a68bb6a5a926a87\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@beyonce \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Another reason milk tea hair is trending is because it\u2019s attainable. \u201cMost clients desire to go lighter at some point, and milk tea allows colorists to meet your request without compromising the depth they know your skin tone needs,\u201d Picciano says.\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_22-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Plus, milk tea hair looks polished without being high-maintenance. Thompson explains that the shade grows out well, looks great in everyday lighting, and stays soft when cared for properly at home. \u201cIt feels elevated but still very wearable,\u201d she says.\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_24-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"Lily-Rose Depp with an updo in a cool toned light brown milk tea hair shade\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_4-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_2_470942875_2061049081010700_3769191557843876053_n-a0a1fe5c49d54a94b1faea77c7cc9e32.webp\" title=\"imgi_2_470942875_2061049081010700_3769191557843876053_n-a0a1fe5c49d54a94b1faea77c7cc9e32\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_2_470942875_2061049081010700_3769191557843876053_n-a0a1fe5c49d54a94b1faea77c7cc9e32.webp\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Lily-Rose Depp with an updo in a cool toned light brown milk tea hair shade\" title=\"imgi_2_470942875_2061049081010700_3769191557843876053_n-a0a1fe5c49d54a94b1faea77c7cc9e32\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@lilyrose_depp \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_25-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> How to Get the Look <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_26-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Milk tea hair looks good on almost everyone because it\u2019s soft, accessible, and adaptable. \u201cYou can wear it slightly lighter or slightly deeper,\u201d Thomas says. \u201cIt gives blonde a polished, creamy look without harsh contrasts or high-maintenance upkeep. The key is choosing a beige tone you feel comfortable with and making sure your makeup supports the look. When transitioning into milk tea blonde from a very different color, sticking to neutral or smoky makeup tones helps everything blend together for a cohesive finish.\u201d\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_28-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> You\u2019ll want to keep your coloring in mind when determining the right milk tea hair for you. \u201cMilk tea works beautiful for dark to medium brown hair for clients who have olive or yellow undertones,\u201d Picciano says. \u201cCool on cool creates harmony and softness.\u00a0However, if you have very pink undertones or warm skin, milk tea hair might clash and cause you to need a change in your foundation. Warmer undertones should lean into bronde, warmer-finish hair color.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_30-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The Final Takeaway <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_31-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Milk tea hair is a versatile, incredibly wearable shade, so it makes sense why so many are turning to it. If you&#8217;re intrigued by the trend, just be sure to have a conversation with your colorist to find the right hue for you and make sure you\u2019re on the same page. \u201cLet your colorist know you want something soft, blended, and easy to maintain,\u201d Thompson says. \u201cAsk for a creamy beige tone that sits between warm and cool, not yellow and not silver. It also looks best when the hair is healthy and hydrated. Milk tea hair really shines when it is cared for correctly.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-page_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-page mntl-block\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"16\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"5\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--finalverdict beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-finalverdict\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Key Takeaways<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>The latest hair color trend is &#8220;milk tea hair,&#8221; a soft beige hue that&#8217;s the cool-toned equivalent of bronde.<\/li>\n<li>The shade looks great on almost anyone when you work with a colorist to get the right mix for your undertones, plus it&#8217;s lower-maintenance than some more dramatic takes on blonde and brunette.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> How do you take your tea? With a touch of milk? Regardless of your beverage preferences, that familiar cool-toned hue is finding its way to beauty via the rise of \u201cmilk tea hair.\u201d Like many hair trends, you can credit Kate Middleton for this one: Steven Picciano, Goldwell National Artist\u00a0and owner of Glass Beauty Bar, said he started noticing a larger client request after the Princess of Wales started going lighter.\u00a0\u201cMilk tea is trending on the tail of the blonde hair obsession, but lots of skin tones call for a cooler finish,\u201d he says. \u201cMilk tea hair is the cool-toned answer to the bronde hair color trend.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Despite its niche, playful name, this is turning out to be one of the most accessible, versatile hair color trends of the moment. Ahead, <strong>learn everything you need to know about milk tea hair<\/strong>, including how to get the look and who it\u2019s best for.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--meetourexpert beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-meetourexpert\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Meet the Experts<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Jennifer Thomas is the owner of Jennifer Thomas Salon\u00a0in Beverly Hills.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Olivia Thompson is a global blonde specialist at Joico.<\/li>\n<li>Steven Picciano is a Goldwell National Artist\u00a0and the owner of Glass Beauty Bar.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> What Is &#8220;Milk Tea&#8221; Hair? <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> \u201cMilk tea hair is a soft, creamy beige blonde inspired by the color of milk tea,\u201d says hairstylist Jennifer Thomas, who owns Jennifer Thomas Salon\u00a0in Beverly Hills. \u201cBeige is created by blending gold and violet tones. The gold keeps the hair looking healthy and dimensional, while the violet gently softens extra warmth so the final color looks neutral, silky, and elegant. Without that small amount of violet, you don\u2019t get that true milk tea tone.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" alt='Woman with cool toned light brown \"milk tea\" hair' class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_1-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_1_471511648_18477995851023499_122720510092220173_n-dbb2a2ad1307498d9a0f59b791d0b045.webp\" title=\"imgi_1_471511648_18477995851023499_122720510092220173_n-dbb2a2ad1307498d9a0f59b791d0b045\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_1_471511648_18477995851023499_122720510092220173_n-dbb2a2ad1307498d9a0f59b791d0b045.webp\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt='Woman with cool toned light brown \"milk tea\" hair' title=\"imgi_1_471511648_18477995851023499_122720510092220173_n-dbb2a2ad1307498d9a0f59b791d0b045\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@joico \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_11-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> The soft, creamy hair color sits right between warm and cool. \u201cThink beige, taupe, and light ash tones that look natural and smooth, not icy and not yellow,\u201d says Joico global blonde specialist Olivia Thompson. \u201cIt has a muted, blended finish that feels effortless and modern.\u201d\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_13-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> One of the reason milk tea hair is gaining steam (pun intended) is because of its soft appearance. \u201cMilk tea hair has a way of making hair look healthier and shinier, especially when paired with the right care routine,\u201d Thompson says. \u201cIt never looks harsh and it always feels current.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"Back view of woman with cool toned light brown milk tea hair, softly curled\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_2-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_1_481919751_18486616045043258_4386826571656732722_n-5dab4d55cc384375bffefd6866f70fd3.webp\" title=\"imgi_1_481919751_18486616045043258_4386826571656732722_n-5dab4d55cc384375bffefd6866f70fd3\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_1_481919751_18486616045043258_4386826571656732722_n-5dab4d55cc384375bffefd6866f70fd3.webp\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Back view of woman with cool toned light brown milk tea hair, softly curled\" title=\"imgi_1_481919751_18486616045043258_4386826571656732722_n-5dab4d55cc384375bffefd6866f70fd3\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@mana_iszk \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> About the Trend <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> \u201cMilk tea hair has reached peak popularity thanks to its relatable, charming name,\u201d Thomas says. \u201cWhen you think of milk tea, you picture something soft, pretty, and delicious\u2014and people love wearing colors that evoke that same feeling in their hair. Today\u2019s trends are all about tone-on-tone color, and milk tea hair is the perfect reflection of that. It\u2019s soft, blended, creamy, and feels very current. We\u2019re embracing it because it\u2019s beautiful.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"Beyonce with curly cool-toned bronde milk tea hair, sharp eyeliner, and racing jacket\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_3-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_37_587786289_18592700833008035_7262239167653604487_n-c7c21c35c2644d1b9a68bb6a5a926a87.webp\" title=\"imgi_37_587786289_18592700833008035_7262239167653604487_n-c7c21c35c2644d1b9a68bb6a5a926a87\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_37_587786289_18592700833008035_7262239167653604487_n-c7c21c35c2644d1b9a68bb6a5a926a87.webp\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Beyonce with curly cool-toned bronde milk tea hair, sharp eyeliner, and racing jacket\" title=\"imgi_37_587786289_18592700833008035_7262239167653604487_n-c7c21c35c2644d1b9a68bb6a5a926a87\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@beyonce \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Another reason milk tea hair is trending is because it\u2019s attainable. \u201cMost clients desire to go lighter at some point, and milk tea allows colorists to meet your request without compromising the depth they know your skin tone needs,\u201d Picciano says.\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_22-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Plus, milk tea hair looks polished without being high-maintenance. Thompson explains that the shade grows out well, looks great in everyday lighting, and stays soft when cared for properly at home. \u201cIt feels elevated but still very wearable,\u201d she says.\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_24-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"Lily-Rose Depp with an updo in a cool toned light brown milk tea hair shade\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_4-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_2_470942875_2061049081010700_3769191557843876053_n-a0a1fe5c49d54a94b1faea77c7cc9e32.webp\" title=\"imgi_2_470942875_2061049081010700_3769191557843876053_n-a0a1fe5c49d54a94b1faea77c7cc9e32\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/imgi_2_470942875_2061049081010700_3769191557843876053_n-a0a1fe5c49d54a94b1faea77c7cc9e32.webp\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Lily-Rose Depp with an updo in a cool toned light brown milk tea hair shade\" title=\"imgi_2_470942875_2061049081010700_3769191557843876053_n-a0a1fe5c49d54a94b1faea77c7cc9e32\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@lilyrose_depp \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_25-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> How to Get the Look <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_26-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Milk tea hair looks good on almost everyone because it\u2019s soft, accessible, and adaptable. \u201cYou can wear it slightly lighter or slightly deeper,\u201d Thomas says. \u201cIt gives blonde a polished, creamy look without harsh contrasts or high-maintenance upkeep. The key is choosing a beige tone you feel comfortable with and making sure your makeup supports the look. When transitioning into milk tea blonde from a very different color, sticking to neutral or smoky makeup tones helps everything blend together for a cohesive finish.\u201d\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_28-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> You\u2019ll want to keep your coloring in mind when determining the right milk tea hair for you. \u201cMilk tea works beautiful for dark to medium brown hair for clients who have olive or yellow undertones,\u201d Picciano says. \u201cCool on cool creates harmony and softness.\u00a0However, if you have very pink undertones or warm skin, milk tea hair might clash and cause you to need a change in your foundation. Warmer undertones should lean into bronde, warmer-finish hair color.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_30-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The Final Takeaway <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_31-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Milk tea hair is a versatile, incredibly wearable shade, so it makes sense why so many are turning to it. If you&#8217;re intrigued by the trend, just be sure to have a conversation with your colorist to find the right hue for you and make sure you\u2019re on the same page. \u201cLet your colorist know you want something soft, blended, and easy to maintain,\u201d Thompson says. \u201cAsk for a creamy beige tone that sits between warm and cool, not yellow and not silver. It also looks best when the hair is healthy and hydrated. Milk tea hair really shines when it is cared for correctly.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p> Source URL: https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/what-is-milk-tea-hair-11868133<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Cool-Toned &#8220;Milk Tea Hair&#8221; Trend Is Piping Hot By Celia Shatzman Celia Shatzman Celia Shatzman is a Brooklyn-based writer who covers beauty, fashion, celebrities, entertainment, and other lifestyle topics. Her work has appeared in Cosmopolitan, Teen Vogue, Marie Claire, and more. 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