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07.21.2025

Rose Gold: 7 Must-Have Hair and Nail Shades

By: Jaclyn Harwood
Are you ready to add a touch of glam to your salon looks? Rose gold hair and nail colors are the ultimate must-haves for a chic, effortless style. This metallic hue seamlessly combines pink blush with rich golds to create an unforgettable glow. Discover top formulas, hair care, styling, and nail shade recommendations to elevate your beauty game from head to toe. From soft, romantic tones to bold, high-shine finishes, there’s a rose gold look for every vibe. Perfect for clients who love modern trends with a timeless twist, this shade delivers instant luxury. Get inspired to create luminous, head-turning results that keep your salon services on the cutting edge.

ROSE GOLD HAIR COLOR

Add a shimmering touch of warmth and sophistication to any look with this beautiful formula created by Color Specialist, Jenna Folse @jlu5_colorist. Soft dimension and light reflection enhance the look.

CHAMPAGNE BLUSH

LIGHTEN Blondor Freelights Lightening Powder Freelights Developer 12% (40 volume)
TONE Color Touch 8/3 + 7/43 Color Touch Emulsion 1.9% (6 volume)
CARE + STYLING Complete the service with Wella Professionals INVIGO Brilliance Color Protection Shampoo and Vibrant Color Conditioner. Follow with Sebastian Professional Potion 9, to nourish and style, and EIMI Extra Volume Hair Mousse at the roots to encourage volume. Blowdry and create a smooth finish with the ghd Platinum+ Styler and EIMI Thermal Image heat protectant. Complete the look with Oil Reflections Light Luminous Reflective Oil, formulated with precious white tea extract and camellia oil for beautiful shine.
Is there anything more stunning than metallic tones and a sun-kissed glow? We are loving this look created by the talented: Reagan Kaalekahi @longhairswagg. Save this formula for your next salon guest.

ENDLESS SUMMER

LIGHTEN Wella Professionals Blondor Multi Blonde Lightener Welloxon Perfect Creme Developer 6% (20 volume)
TONE Color Touch 9/3 + 8/3 + 8/43 Color Touch Emulsion 1.9% (6 volume)
CARE + STYLING Cleanse and hydrate with Wella Professionals EIMI Nutri-Enrich Deep Nourishing Shampoo and Conditioner. Apply Wella Professionals Miracle BB Spray from roots to tip to detangle, smooth and lock in color vibrancy. Then spray Sebastian Professional Volupt to the root area, and EIMI Flowing Form Anti Frizz Hair Balm to the mid-strands and ends. Blowdry the hair with a round brush and finish the look with Sebastian Professional Shaper Zero Gravity Hairspray.
These rose gold tones and pops of dimension created by Roy Jouni @royjouni.hair are absolute perfection. Check out the custom formula utilizing Wella Professionals: Illumina Color, BlondorPlex and Shinefinity.

COPPER COAST

LIGHTEN (FOILAYAGE) Wella Professionals BlondorPlex Multi Blonde Lightener Welloxon Perfect Creme Developer 6% (20 volume)
ROOT SHADOW + LOWLIGHT Illumina Color 5/ + 5/43 Welloxon Perfect Creme Developer 3% (10 volume)
CUSTOM FOILS (VIRGIN HAIR) Shinefinity 07/34 Shinefinity Activator for Brush and Bowl Application
GLOBAL GLAZE Shinefinity 09/73 Shinefinity Activator for Bottle Application
CARE + STYLING Follow with Wella Professionals Fusion Intense Repair Shampoo and Conditioner. Formulated with silk amino acids to provide protection against mechanical damage and breakage. Continue with Wella Professionals EIMI Perfect Setting Spray. Apply evenly to damp hair and blowdry for the perfect amount of shine and balanced protection. Finish the look with Wella Professionals Stay Firm Hairspray for a workable finish + UV and humidity protection.
We can't get enough of this beautiful golden glow created by hair artist @erikairenenash at @stellerhairco. Two words... Simply stunning. #PROTIP to achieve an extra dose of shine... "double dip" color. Complete the service with TWO gloss treatments.

ROSE LUXE

LIGHTEN Wella Professionals BlondorPlex Multi Blonde Welloxon Perfect Developer 6% (20 volume) TREAT Wella Professionals WellaPlex No.2 Bond Stabilizer
GLOSS #1 Illumina Color 9/ + 9/43 Welloxon Perfect Pastel Developer 1.9% (6 volume) GLOSS #2 Color Fresh Mask Golden Gloss + Copper Glow + Pink
CARE + STYLING Finish the look with Sebastian Professional Drench Shampoo and Conditioner, plus a fresh cut to revitalize the ends and shape. Style by generously layering products from roots to tip while hair is soaking wet. Diffuse to encourage curl formation. Two of our favorites are: Sebastian Professional Mousse Forte and Dark Oil, mixed together to create the perfect amount of curl and shine.
Looking for major color inspiration for your next salon session? Check out this gorgeous color created by Wella Professionals Top Artist, Ionela Chiriac @chiriac.ionela. Rose gold is the new blonde.

BLUSH QUARTZ

LIGHTEN Wella Professionals BlondorPlex Multi Blonde Welloxon Perfect Developer 6% (20 volume) TREAT Wella Professionals WellaPlex No.2 Bond Stabilizer
GLOSS Shinefinity 08/34 + 07/59 + 09/36 Shinefinity Activator for Brush and Bowl Application
CARE + REFRESH Follow the service with Wella Professionals Ultimate Repair Shampoo and Conditioner to cleanse and hydrate. Apply EIMI Perfect Me Lotion to the mid-strands and ends, to tame fly-aways and frizz. Then blowdry and finish with Wella Professionals Dark Oil + Silkening Mist Spray.
#PROTIP: Recommend Wella Professionals Color Fresh Mask Rose Blaze + Ultimate Repair Mask to refresh the look at-home, until the next salon visit. HOW TO APPLY: Wear gloves. Apply generously to pre-shampooed, towel-dried hair. Leave on for up to 10 minutes (depending on desired color intensity). Rinse. Style. Go.
Check out this stunning look created by balayage specialist, Amanda Leaman @topknotbalayage. We love the brightness around the face and ends, with natural depth throughout the crown.

AMBER ROSE

LIGHTEN Wella Professionals Blondor Multi Blonde Lightener Welloxon Perfect Developer 6% (20 volume)
GLOSS Color Touch 10/3 + 10/03 Color Touch Emulsion 1.9% (6 volume)
CARE + STYLING Reach for Wella Professionals ColorMotion+ Shampoo and Structure+ to lock in color and maintain vibrancy. Prep the hair with Wella Professionals Ultimate Repair Miracle Hair Rescue from root to tip. Apply Wella Professionals EIMI Extra Volume Hair Mousse at the base and Wella Professionals Oil Reflections Luminous Smoothing Oil to the mid-strands and ends for a soft, bouncy blowout.
Discover this seamless blend created by blonde and balayage specialist, @laura_ciannashairlounge. The perfect amount of soft rose paired with sun-kissed gold to create beautiful shine.

HONEY GLOW

SHADOW ROOT Color Touch 7/97 + 7/89 Color Touch Emulsion 1.9% (6 volume)
MIDS + ENDS Koleston Perfect 9/31 + 8/97 Welloxon Perfect Pastel Developer 1.9% (6 volume)
CARE + STYLING Follow with Wella Professionals Nutri-Enrich Deep Nourishing Shampoo and Mask. Towel dry the hair and apply Sebastian Professional Potion 9 to the mid-strands and ends. Comb through to evenly distribute. Blowdry with a round brush to create tension and control. Apply EIMI Thermal Image Heat Protection Spray and finish the look with a ghd Soft Curl 1.25" Curling Iron and Sebastian Professional Shaper Plus Hairspray. #PROTIP Comb out with a wide tooth comb for loose waves and an effortless style.

ROSE GOLD NAILS

From soft shimmers to bold metallic shades, rose gold nails offer endless possibilities for a stylish and sophisticated finish. Check out our 7 top picks to #GetTheLook and paint the town gold. This versatile hue flatters every skin tone and transitions effortlessly from day to night. Whether you prefer a delicate blush or a rich, gilded glow, there’s a rose gold for every mood. Pair it with minimalist designs for a modern vibe or layer on glitter for full-on glam. These OPI shades are your go-to for creating nails that truly shine.
Mimosas for Mr. & Mrs. A soft, romantic blush pink with a sheer finish that’s perfect for weddings, brunch dates, or anytime you want a hint of timeless elegance. This delicate shade brings a subtle, polished glow to your nails, making it a go-to for effortless sophistication.
Data Peach: Baby got hack. You’re the mastermind behind the greatest data heist of all time. The looks you can create are unlimited when you breach for this pearlescent, shimmery peach nail polish. Override the system. Reboot. And share that shine. You’re in full CTRL. There’s more where that came from. Like the rest of our #MeMyselfandOPI collection. Releasing in 3, 2, stun. #PROTIP: Use with the OPI natural nail base coat and top coat for extended wear.
Intensions are Rose Gold: Start planning for a brighter future with this iridescent shade. Shimmery as can be, this natural origin nail polish isn’t playing around. OPI Nature Strong is OPI's first natural origin nail lacquer, which lasts up to seven days of wear and shine. #PROTIP: Use with Nature Strong Vegan Natural Nail Base Coat and Nature Strong Natural Origin Top Coat for extended wear and long lasting shine.
Flex on the Beach: "Tropic" like it’s hot and heat things up as you do. You were born to make bold moves. Now you just need a partner in "shine" to take it to the beach. One swipe and you’ll be soooo hooked on this bold coral crème nail polish with major flex appeal. Together, you’ll be swimming in attention in no time. #PROTIP: Finish the look with OPI Drip Dry and take nails from "wet to set" in 60 seconds.
Big Celebration (Hello Kitty Collection): Hello fun-shine! With its bright peachy nail color base and sparkling gold flecks, popping open this festive shade will feel like a burst of joy. Say hello to this limited edition peach nail polish shade from our OPI x Hello Kitty® collection! Celebrate Hello Kitty®’s 50th mani-versary with supercute nail polish shades.
Got Myself into a Jam-balaya: Spice things up in this pinky peach nail polish and jam on with hints of orange. The perfect shade for summer and a #ProPick to heat things up from head to toe. Use with OPI Repair Mode Bond Building Serum for extended wear and nail strength.
Machu Peach-u: Your nails will look peachy in this soft neutral. Bring the sun with you everywhere you go and shine bright. OPI Gel Color is OPI's gel nail polish that stays shiny and chip-resistant for 3 weeks. Gel nail polish cures in 30 seconds under an OPI Gel Lamp.

SHINE BRIGHT

Are you ready to create your own rose gold look at the salon? Follow Wellastore on Instagram (@wellastoreusa) for inspiration, education and #PROTIPS. Learn from salon professionals around the globe and tag @wellastoreusa in your trending setting looks for a chance to be featured. Be the first to know about monthly sweepstakes and exclusive promos! We can't wait to see what you create next. Happy Coloring!

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