Purple hair is literally always having a moment! Whether it's deep eggplant vibes in fall, lavender dreams in spring, or that perfect violet shade year-round, purple hair colors are the ultimate chameleon of the hair world. 

But here's the tea: every gorgeous purple shade has its own unique fade journey, and honestly? The transformation can be just as stunning as the original color. Let's dive into what happens when your favorite Arctic Fox purple shades start their beautiful fade process!

Purple Hair Shades and How They Fade

Purple Hair Color

Purple AF is that rich, true purple that's basically the perfect purple in hair color form. This gorgeous shade works its magic on everything from platinum blonde to light brown hair, making it super versatile for whatever base you're working with.

The fade journey: Purple AF starts its transformation by fading to a dreamy violet purple (still absolutely stunning, btw), and then gradually softens into the most gorgeous pastel lilac. It's like watching your hair go through its own little glow-up!

Violet Purple Hair Color

Violet Dream is giving major flower garden energy with its beautiful, floral purple base and those strong magenta undertones that add the perfect warm glow to your hair. This shade is basically spring in a bottle!

The fade journey: Here's where it gets interesting - Violet Dream fades to pink! So you're literally getting two completely different vibes from one color. Start with that gorgeous violet-magenta blend, then transition into a pretty pink phase. It's like getting a whole new hair color without the commitment!

Midnight Blue Purple Hair Color

Sorceress is pure magic in hair dye form. This mystical midnight blue with subtle purple undertones is perfect for anyone wanting to channel their inner witch or just add some serious mystery to their look.

The fade journey: As the Sorceress works its fading spell, those deep blue tones gradually soften and reveal the most ethereal pale pastel blue-purple. It's like watching night turn into dawn, but in your hair!

Pastel Lavender Purple Hair Color

Periwinkle is that soft pastel blue with beautiful lavender undertones that creates the ultimate dreamy, ethereal vibe. Think cotton candy clouds and fairy tale aesthetics!

The fade journey: Periwinkle takes you on quite the ride - it fades all the way to an icy platinum blonde! So you're basically getting a whole hair transformation that ends up looking like you just stepped out of a winter wonderland.

Pastel Lilac Purple Hair Color

Girl's Night is the pastel lavender of your dreams - delicate, whimsical, and absolutely perfect for those soft, romantic hair goals. This shade is basically like having a permanent Instagram filter!

The fade journey: Girl's Night fades to a dusty, muted lavender (still gorgeous!) and eventually transitions to blonde. It's the ultimate soft girl transformation that keeps getting dreamier as it fades.

Dark Purple Hair Color

Purple Madness is exactly what it sounds like - a bold, vibrant violet-purple that absolutely pops on any hair level. This shade is for the purple lovers who want to make a statement!

The fade journey: Purple Madness mellows out into a lighter, cool-toned lavender, giving you that perfect purple-to-pastel transformation that's both dramatic and soft at the same time.

What Purple Hair Fades To: Quick Recap

Ready to dive into the purple hair universe? From the rich, true purple vibes of Purple AF (which fades from dreamy violet to gorgeous pastel lilac.) to the mystical midnight magic of Sorceress (that transforms from deep blue-purple to ethereal pale pastel blue-purple like night turning to dawn!), there's a purple shade for every mood and base color.

Whether you're feeling the floral garden energy of Violet Dream that fades to pink (two looks in one!) or the dreamy cotton candy clouds of Periwinkle that transforms all the way to icy platinum blonde, each shade delivers its own amazing transformation. Then there's the soft romantic feels of Girl's Night that transitions from pastel lavender to dusty muted lavender to blonde, and Purple Madness that mellows from bold violet-purple to cool-toned lavender.

The best part? You're basically getting multiple hair colors from one dye job, making purple the ultimate chameleon choice for your next hair adventure!

FAQ: Your Purple Hair Questions, Answered!

How long does purple hair take to fade?

Purple hair color typically starts showing fade after 4-6 weeks, but the timeline totally depends on your hair porosity, how often you wash it, and your hair care routine. Some people see subtle changes in just 2 weeks!

What's the hardest color to get out of hair?

Generally speaking, darker and more saturated colors like deep purples and blues tend to stick around longer than lighter, pastel shades.

Why does purple hair fade to green?

This usually happens when purple mixes with yellow tones in your hair. If your base isn't light enough or has brassy undertones, the blue in purple + yellow = green! Always make sure your hair is properly lightened first.

How do you keep purple hair from fading?

Use cold water when washing, invest in color-safe shampoo, limit wash days, use UV protection, and consider making a DIY hair color-depositing mask to refresh your shade between dye jobs!

Ready to Start Your Purple Hair Journey?

Whether you're team dark purple hair or soft pastel purple vibes, every purple hair color has its own beautiful story to tell as it fades. The transformation is half the fun!

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