Unless you’ve been living under a rock recently, you’ll have noticed that the fashion world has gone a little holographic crazy, with psychedelic prints and products popping up just about everywhere (not least in your social media feed!). Well luckily for us, it hasn’t taken long for the beauty world to follow suit, with the same mesmerising shine infiltrating into our beauty products now too – and we’d by lying if we said we weren’t just a little bit obsessed. Inspired by futuristic runway looks and street style icons, this meeting of the minds between the fashion and beauty worlds has summer and festival beauty written all over it.
For hair, it’s characterised by cool, iridescent shades with multidimensional metallic or pastel hues, with strands that look opalescent and colour-shifting on the wearer. For nails, colours are taken to a further dimension with glimmering 3D-effect chrome powder in a multitude of kaleidoscopic hues. It’s got glowy, space-age vibes, and has taken off on Instagram in a big way – a simple search under the hashtags #holographichair and #holographicnails will have you party-ready in no time. Book in now to see what all the fuss is about…
By Rebecca Hoffnung
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What is holographic hair and how does it look?
Holographic hair features cool, iridescent shades with metallic or pastel hues for a multidimensional effect. The strands look opalescent and can shift in colour, creating a mesmerising, colour-changing appearance inspired by futuristic runway looks.
How do you achieve holographic effects on your nails?
You can achieve a holographic look on nails with 3D-effect chrome powder in various kaleidoscopic shades. This powder creates a glimmering, dimensional finish that makes nails stand out, giving strong space-age and festival vibes.
Where can you find inspiration for holographic hair and nails?
Inspiration is easy to find by searching popular Instagram hashtags like #holographichair and #holographicnails. These hashtags showcase recent trends, helping you visualise different styles before booking your appointment.
Why are holographic beauty trends so popular right now?
Holographic beauty trends are popular for their futuristic shine and bold, glowy look that fits festival and summer styles. The trend started in fashion and quickly spread to beauty, with social media boosting its visibility and appeal.
Can you book a salon appointment for holographic hair or nails?
Yes, you can book a salon appointment to get holographic hair or nail treatments. Salon professionals use specific powders and colour techniques to create the opalescent, multidimensional effects seen across social media and fashion runways.