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Hairstrology
Hair color has the ability to change your mood, give you a new attitude and influence your behavior. Enhance your best traits with your zodiac signs coordinating hair color, or tap into the characteristics of another zodiac’s hue to slip into a completely new persona.
by Chandler Rollins
June 25, 20143 min to read
Hair color has the ability to change your mood, give you a new attitude and influence your behavior. Enhance your best traits with your zodiac signs coordinating hair color, or tap into the characteristics of another zodiac’s hue to slip into a completely new persona.
This "just for fun" astrological hair forecast was created using research on the elements, seasons, planets and colors associated with each zodiac sign.
CANCER: As the most sensitive of signs, they have the tendency to pick up on feelings, atmospheres and moods, which can be positive or negative. Lunar shades like silver or gray accentuated with soft, dark brown highlights will create a balance.
LEO: Whether it’s delicate, with a touch of honey, or all out blonde with sun-kissed streaks, the Leo beams into the golden glow of the spotlight. An over-sized mane of tousled curls and waves is the perfect accessory to their confident, larger than life appearance.
VIRGO: True to the earthy sensibilities of this sign, Virgo colors exude a look that is clean, fresh and natural. As the ruler of small animals, pets and furry creatures, Virgo has an affinity for nature. “Cornfield” hues like tawny, light brunette or crisp, soft brown suit the Virgo.
LIBRA: Well mannered, calm and congenial, the Libra is the epitome of understated elegance. Pastel shades like pale blue, pink and blonde, capture the grace and refinement of this sign.
SCORPIO: This is the seductive zodiac. Scorpio is at home with jet black, dark brown and crimson shades. These colors define the mystique of the Scorpio and allude perfectly to the passionate personality that’s lurking beneath the surface.
SAGITTARIUS: Adventurous, optimistic and always on the move, the Sagittarius excels in physical pursuits and has boundless energy. As one of three fire signs of the zodiac, copper-red or ginger hair color radiates their burning charisma.
CAPRICORN: Ambitious, conservative and desiring of wealth and power, a Capricorn’s refined demeanor is resonated by colors that you’ll find in winter. A rich dark brown or black hue defines the seriousness and formality of the Capricorn.
AQUARIUS: A champion of freedom and self-expression, Aquarians like to express their eccentric behavior. With an affinity to turquoise and aquamarine, a splash of this hue with chunky highlights or edgy two-tone hair will be sure to push the right beauty boundaries.
PISCES: This sign’s beauty is epitomized by her other worldliness. Pisceans have the luxury of versatility and can experiment with their tresses in a variety of styles and cuts. From light blonde and silver to mauve and indigo, Piscean locks echo the ethereal essence of the ocean.
ARIES: The first sign of the Zodiac is passionate, brave, confident and competitive. Fiery red or shimmering burgundy hair color express the feisty dynamic personality of the Aries.
TAURUS: Associated with farming and land, the bull is a gentle, hard-working sign. Pastel pink splashlights like blooming May flowers represent the earthy sensibilities of the Taurus.
GEMINI: The sign of duality, chameleon-like Gemini may change hair color often. Youthful, charismatic and optimistic, yellow is the lucky color for Gemini. Delicate streaks of butterscotch on medium brown hair reflect the restless mind of this sign.
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