30 Cool & Cute Pink Pastel Hair Color Ideas

Dying your hair any pastel color is a pretty big commitment and investment, especially since it poses a potential risk to your hair, as is always the case when using chemicals like peroxide and toner. Depending on the natural color of your hair, multiple rounds of bleach might be required to achieve that perfect bright pastel hair aesthetic. According to L.A. hair colorist Lorri Goddard, "The first step would be to bleach the hair, and the thing about pre-bleaching hair is that it can get very damaged if it's not done correctly. It's imperative to lift the hair color light enough so the pastel will actually show up. The 'Coachella' colors that have been happening need to be on light-enough hair." So, if you have dark hair, you're going to be dealing with quite a bit of bleach. Adding bleach to already color treated hair causes the risk of your hair being damaged.

If you want to minimize damage to the hair cuticle, try asking your colorist to add a bond builder. A bond builder acts as a barrier and protects your hair during the color process. Your stylist can add it to each round of bleach and toner that they put in your hair, or any treatment to protect the hair cuticle as it's opened and exposed to harsh chemicals, which deplete moisture. Your skin tone may add to the way your pastel pink hair comes out. Danny Moon, a hair colorist says ""Some colors complement cooler skin tones more than warmer tones and vice versa, but it's all fun, especially when [clients] look like they were born with such a magical shade."

If you're not in the budget for multiple trips to the salon to achieve your perfect pastel pink hair look, you can try doing it yourself at home. Test a strand of hair first, before committing to your whole head. That way you get a feel for what to do and what not to do before you commit. Use a low volume peroxide- ten or twenty volume- and stay two inches away from the scalp until the rest of your hair is covered in the bleach. Your scalp bleaches the fastest, so save that for last. A lot of people swear by Manic Panic, because the dyes are super vibrant, and they wash out easily.

Manic Panic sells a Pastel-izer, that you can add to any color to make it pastel. It's super affordable at only $9 for a 4oz container. If you're using the Pastel-izer, keep in mind that it works best when you use a whole jar with just a few drops of your pink. It comes ready to use, so it doesn't need to be mixed with any peroxides, plus it conditions your hair. Manic Panic also sells a color kit that comes with all of the things you'll need to dye your hair that gorgeous pastel pink.

Okay, so you've made the decision to dye your hair pastel pink.  Lori Goddard mentioned earlier knows that it's easy for color treated hair to die, so she says to "Keep it in great condition, then go in and layer whatever color you choose. It's a classic old Hollywood bleach and tone — the only thing that's different is that you're adding in a pastel color." Los Angeles colorist Danny Moon says,  "I suggest bleaching the bottom half of one's head or even a corner. Just something to see peeking through the back," but he knows that changing your hair color is about having fun, and leaves off by saying "Remember, the lighter the color, the more temporary it is, so have fun. Be pastel pink for the weekend and jump on a friend's motorcycle — life is too short to think that natural hair tones are the only colors meant to make you feel like you." Whether you're going to the salon to get your hair dyed, or you're doing it yourself, here are some cool pink pastel hair inspirations to get you started.

If you're a fan of dark roots, try this dark root to pink pastel hair color a la Irene Kim. It's a perfect look because it's not too edgy, but it's still on trend. You can use the Manic Panic pastel-izer mentioned earlier as well as the pink dye.

Kesha is one of the queens of color. If you're looking to embody Kesha, or just switch things up drastically, try this. Hair not long enough? No problem. Grab some extensions or a pastel pink wig.

This is a cool wig for any occassion. I love how the hair starts out pastel pink, and then goes to that darker, richer pink. 

This is a really cute subtle pastel pink hair color. It's not as bold as what we normally see when it comes to pink hair, but it's still really cute. Plus, ombre is a really big trend that doesn't seem to be going out of style.

This is like the perfect pastel pink hair color. It's such a perfectly dyed pink that when you look at it, you just know she had to have gone to a salon because there's no way she could have done this on her own. It's the perfect hue and everything.

This two-toned pink and purple hair style is so cute and perfect. You can ombre effect it, rather than layer or highlight it. It's really creative and adds a twist on the classic pink pastel look that people normally go with.

Much like the above look, this puts a creative spin on the pastel pink hair color. Rather than a plain pastel pink, be creative and ombre it with some other colors.

This is a perfect pastel cloud. Pink, blue, silver- all great. It's so cute and dainty. The pastel colors are all very light and not overwhelming. If you're wanting to rock these pastel colors, it may be better to go to a salon or have it done by a professional.

The pairing of pastel purple and pastel pink are pretty popular, but this isn't a variation that we've seen yet. Try this pastel purple root to pastel pink look. 

This is similar to the above style, but on short hair. It's a creative way to incorporate the purple and pink colors if you don't have long hair like the above style, and you don't want to go through trying a wig.

Pink pastel isn't just for straight and wavy hair. Bright colors make your healthy curls pop. This is an easy look that you can recreate at home. No need to go to a salon unless you want to.

Just because you're a woman of a certain age, does not mean you can't jump on the pastel pink hair trend. Try a subtle pastel pink highlight like above.

Yet another style to prove that pastel pink hair is perfect for all ages.

This pastel pink style is based on those little assorted pastel marshmallows. You go from dark roots to the pastel pink, mixed with almost orange and yellow. If you're looking to recreate this color and style, you may want to head to the salon or to a professional.

Gigi Hadid pulled this pastel pink ponytail look off a few years ago, and it's still in. There's no need to go to a salon for this one. Dye the ends of your hair yourself, and pull it up into a high pony. Not enough hair?  Grab a ponytail hair piece and dye it pastel pink to recreate this look.

I mean honestly, this pastel pink look is perfect and needs no explanation. Complex looks like this are better done by a professional so if you're thinking about this style, you may want to head to a salon.

If you look closely, the young lady has blond at the roots and down, which turns into that gorgeous pastel pink color and then merges into a pastel purple, fading out into a pastel blue.

This proves that women of color can rock pink hair. You can even throw in a purple streak like the lovely lady pictured did.

Don't want to commit to dyeing your hair pink? Try a pastel pink wig. Black Chyna has a wig for every occasion, and is always on trend. If you don't want to make the commitment of going to a hair salon for and getting your hair bleached, dyed, color treated and all of that, take a page from Black Chyna's book and don a pretty pastel pink wig. The perfect way to stay on trend.

This pink look is a really easy style for those wanting to do their hair at home. Grab some Manic Panic and get to work!

Try this pastel pink and blonde swirl look. It's reminiscent of the strawberry shortcake ice cream bars you would get from the ice cream man as a child, and it's really cute.

Have some fun with this swirled pastel pink highlight look. If you have blonde hair, this style will be a breeze.

This pink style is perfect for your anime cosplay, or as a full time look.

This is the perfect pastel pink color. Pair with a flower crown to amp up the cuteness.

This is a simple cut paired with a cool color. The whole head is pastel pink, including the bangs.

Try this look where instead of pastel pink covering the whole head, there are streaks of it throughout the hair, as well as covering the ends. The bang remains the same color as your hair.

Super cute blend of pink and blonde, and an even cuter style. Try this look by blending blonde and pastel pink, and adding some curls.

Pastel pink hair is pretty common amongst K-Pop stars, so if you're a guy and need pink hair ideas, look no further. Try this pastel pink and silver highlight look.

This is a really nice cotton candy pastel pink, worn by by another K-pop star.

Try this pastel pink ends look.