The kids are back at school, the evenings are getting darker earlier, and if you’ve caught yourself reaching for a jumper this week — yes, autumn is officially here. It’s also the point in the year when a lot of our Radstock and Midsomer Norton clients start thinking about switching up their hair for the season. Warmer tones, a bit more depth, maybe finally booking that colour change you’ve been eyeing up on Pinterest since July.
So if you’re wondering what’s actually worth doing to your hair right now — colour wise and care wise — here’s what we’re seeing in the salon this September.
Why Autumn Is Prime Time For A Colour Change
There’s something about the shift into autumn that makes people want to swap out their bright summer blonde or beachy balayage for something richer. Maybe it’s the changing leaves, maybe it’s just wanting a fresh look to match a new season — either way, autumn is genuinely one of our busiest times for colour appointments, right up there with the run up to Christmas.
If your colour has been fading out or growing out since summer, this is a natural point to book in rather than waiting until it’s looking properly tired.
The Warm Tones Everyone’s Asking For
Copper, caramel and rich chocolate brunettes are the ones we keep getting asked about right now. They’re warmer and deeper than the sun kissed blondes that were everywhere over summer, and they tend to suit the season, and the shorter, softer daylight, in a way bright summer tones just don’t.
If you’re not ready to go full copper or commit to a total colour change, warm balayage or a few face framing highlights in a caramel tone can give you that autumn feel without the bigger commitment.
What Central Heating Actually Does To Your Hair
Here’s the bit people don’t think about until it’s already a problem — once the central heating goes back on, your hair starts drying out in a very similar way to how it does in summer sun, just without anyone warning you about it. Static, dullness and a rougher texture are all signs your hair is adjusting to drier indoor air, not necessarily that anything’s gone wrong with a fresh colour or cut.
A deeper conditioning treatment every few weeks through autumn helps counter this, and if you’ve had colour done, it also helps keep those richer tones looking fresh rather than fading out early.
Don’t Forget Your Nails And Brows In The Seasonal Switch Up
A colour change is the obvious autumn refresh, but it’s worth thinking about nails and brows at the same time while you’re already in the salon chair. Deeper, warmer nail shades tend to suit the season just as much as hair does, and BIAB or builder gel is worth considering if you want something that’ll actually last through a busier autumn calendar without needing a redo every few days.
Your Autumn Refresh Checklist
- Book a colour consultation if your summer shade is fading or growing out
- Consider warmer tones — copper, caramel or rich brunette — for the season ahead
- Add a deeper conditioning treatment to counter central heating dryness
- Think about nails and brows at the same time for a full seasonal refresh
FAQs
Q: Do I need to fully change my colour, or can I ease into an autumn look?
You don’t have to commit to a total change — warm balayage or a few face framing highlights can bring in autumn tones without a full colour switch.
Q: Why does my hair feel drier once the heating goes back on?
Central heating dries out indoor air in a similar way to summer sun, which can leave hair feeling static, dull or rougher than usual. A deeper conditioning treatment helps counter this through autumn and winter.
Q: How do I know if copper or caramel tones will actually suit me?
That’s exactly what a colour consultation is for — we’ll look at your natural base colour and skin tone and talk through which warm shades will suit you best before committing to anything.
Book Your Autumn Refresh
Whether you’re after a full colour change, a few warm highlights, or just want your hair feeling healthier as the seasons shift, get booked in at Luxe Hair and Beauty Lounge this September. We’re right here in Radstock, serving Midsomer Norton, Bath and the surrounding BA3 area.