If this summer could be imprinted in a hair color, it would undoubtedly be “Milkshake Blonde”. A gentle, velvety blond reminiscent of a frozen vanilla drink, sweet, shiny and incredibly elegant, without trying much. You know, this color that makes you look fresh and cool, even when mercury hits red.

The trend was started by Celebrity Colorist Nicole Kahlani, inspired by the nostalgia of the 00s, at the time of Indie Sleaze and of course Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen. Do you remember that completely “blond” blonde you saw everywhere in 2013? Nicole gives him a more updated, elegant version. The result? A blonde who is neither cold nor hot, but somewhere in the middle. It has the softness of vanilla, a little cold, a little warm, a little retro, a little Tiktok fashion girl. It’s simple, but it’s character.

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We have already seen it on faces such as Addison Rae, her own version is reminiscent of Strawberry Milkshake, with warm, pink subtractions and slightly “worn” look, as if a few days have passed the paint and has been perfectly tied with her skin. Iris Law took it more classically, with a cleaner, blond Bleach that remains sweet, not cold and rigorous.

If you are thinking of trying it out, make sure you go to your hairdresser with photos, don’t rely on descriptions. It is important to have a picture of what you mean when you say “Milkshake Blonde” because each wool is different and the way the color ties depends on your base, texture, and even the tone of your skin.

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Kahlani herself suggests for shade specific products: she loves Wella’s Illumina series, because they give that discreet frozen note without graying the wool. It combines this effect with the Color Touch 10/0 of the same company, called “Neutral Vanilla”, and only by the name do you understand the vibe.

As for maintenance? If you want to keep shine and avoid yellow, a tip is to mix your favorite conditioner with a little bit of Bleach London White Heat, a semi -permanent shade that breaks the heat without making it completely cold. So you keep the creamy balance that makes this color so special.

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Milkshake Blonde is here to make you look as cooler and sweeter as possible, not melting from the heat. And who knows? In the end, this summer’s coolest accessory may be a hair color that makes you want to order milkshake … with extra whipped cream.