The 5 Biggest Mistakes Women Make When Choosing Hair Color

(And What to Do Instead—From a Pro Who’s Fixed Them All)

Choosing a new hair color should feel exciting—not like gambling with your face.

But too often, women walk out of salons (or worse, box-dye their own hair) and end up feeling... meh. Or disappointed. Or like their reflection doesn’t match their vision.

At The Warehouse Salon in DeLand, Florida, we’ve seen it all—and we’ve fixed it all. From over-toned blondes to brassy coppers and flat box-dye brunettes, there’s always a reason it didn’t work.

Let’s break down the 5 biggest mistakes women make when choosing a new hair color—and how to get it right the first time.

1. Choosing Color Based on a Photo—Not Their Skin Tone

Yes, inspo pics are great. But your skin tone is everything. What flatters someone with olive skin and hazel eyes might make someone with fair skin and cool undertones look washed out.

The Fix:
Get a stylist who understands undertones and contrast balance. At our salon, we don’t just look at a photo—you and your stylist sit down, assess your skin, eye color, and overall vibe, and craft a tone that works with your features, not against them.

2. Ignoring Hair History (or Not Telling the Truth)

That time you box dyed your hair three years ago? Still matters.
That keratin treatment you forgot to mention? Also matters.
Color is chemistry—and hair has memory.

The Fix:
Be honest and thorough with your stylist. At The Warehouse Salon, we always ask for your full hair history (and do a strand test when needed) so we can make realistic, safe color decisions that won’t backfire mid-appointment.

3. Going Too Light, Too Fast

If your natural hair is dark and you want to go platinum in one sitting, take a breath. Drastic changes done too fast can lead to breakage, banding, and uneven tones. And no, Olaplex isn’t a magic wand.

The Fix:
We design multi-step transformation plans that get you to your goal safely, beautifully, and with your hair's health intact. You’ll still get that wow moment—but without the panic two weeks later when it starts breaking or fading weird.

4. Confusing “Trendy” with “Timeless”

Just because copper is trending doesn’t mean it’s your season.
Just because your favorite influencer is blonde now doesn’t mean you should be, too.

The Fix:
Choose tones that work year-round, with your wardrobe, makeup preferences, and natural base. We help you find that signature tone—whether it's warm, cool, neutral, or perfectly lived-in.

Trends fade. A well-chosen tone never goes out of style.

5. Not Having a Maintenance Game Plan

Even the most stunning color will fade, shift, or dull without proper care. Many women choose shades that require more upkeep than their schedule allows, and regret it weeks later.

The Fix:
During your consultation, we’ll talk about tone longevity, touch-up timing, and home care. If you don’t want to be in the salon every 4 weeks, we won’t give you a color that demands that. Expect honesty. Expect strategy.

The Bottom Line: Hair Color Isn’t Just About the Look—it’s About the Fit

You shouldn’t have to cross your fingers every time you try something new.

At The Warehouse Salon, we help women make confident, informed decisions about their color—with:

• Expert undertone analysis

• Personalized color plans

• Healthy lifting strategies

• And honest conversations about maintenance

Ready to Choose a Color That Actually Works for You?

📍 Book a consultation at our DeLand, Florida salon
🧠 Get expert guidance, not just a trend
💇♀️ Leave with hair that looks—and feels—like your best self

Book your consultation now

Don’t make another color mistake.
Make a choice that makes you feel unstoppable.