Photo courtesy of RedkenApril 29, 2026
We all know that ash is a complicated color, so if perfecting an ashy brunette is new territory for you, you’re in luck. Here’s exactly how Redken Global Color Creative Director Josh Wood formulates and uses foils on a mid-length cut to create the ultimate ash brown.
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