The Best Gold Toner Formulas for Bright, Luminous Blonde Hair

If your first instinct is to reach for a violet- or blue-based toner when toning blondes, you’re not alone. But here’s the real challenge: How do you balance adding the right amount of warmth without leaning brassy?

Here’s the fix: add gold.

 We asked Taylor Dellatorre (@taylordidmyhair) and Melissa Maloney (@live_love_dohair), educators and Joico Ambassadors, how they use gold toners to strike that balance. Keep reading for their go-to tips, shade pairings and formulas for luminous, healthy-looking blondes.

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