While we're not unicorn fanatics (though we admit the appeal), the fantasy of pink, blue, purple, or green hair captivates many—especially during holidays. Temporary coloring tools make it possible to experiment with bold hues that fade in days. As beauty professionals with years testing these products, here's our expert guide to the top options.
Recommended: Hair color chalk.
Pros: Incredibly simple—just rub the chalk along strands and adjust intensity with pressure. Seal with hairspray. Washes out easily with shampoo.
Cons: Time-intensive application; tricky for back-of-head strands.
Our favorites: Hair Artist hair chalks, available on ASOS, €8.99; Hair Color Chalk, Vivelle Dop, €10.85.
Recommended: Coloring spray.
Pros: Effortless spray-on color; layer for desired intensity. Quick to apply, lasts 1-3 shampoos based on formula.
Cons: Challenging to reach hair at the nape.
Our favorites: BlondMe Enhancer Spray, 4 shades, Schwarzkopf Professional, €23.10; Colorista Spray, 7 shades, L'Oréal Paris, €7.90.
Recommended: Temporary cream coloring.
Pros: Vivid, adjustable results via exposure time—even pastels pop. Works on blonde/bleached or some dark hair.
Cons: Longevity varies with hair porosity; may cling longer to damaged strands. Tip: L'Oréal Paris Fader shampoo speeds removal (€7.90).
Our favorites: Semi-Permanent Color Cream, Manic Panic c/o Color-Mania (wide color range), €12.90; Fugace Coloration, Crazy Color c/o Dragonfly Blue, €7.10.
