Cherry Cola Hair: The Bold, Dimensional Shade Your Hair’s Been Craving

There’s a new shade sizzling in the spotlight – and it’s as delicious as it sounds. Meet cherry cola hair, a multidimensional, high-gloss blend of rich burgundy, sultry cherry red, and deep brunette. Inspired by the fizzy, flirty soft drink of the same name, cherry cola hair is making waves for its ability to be bold yet wearable, dramatic yet sophisticated.

Whether you’re craving a total transformation or a subtle seasonal shift, Madison Reed’s salon-quality hair color empowers you to achieve those cherry cola vibes at home or in our Hair Color Bars – with color that’s vibrant, dimensional, and free from harsh ingredients*.

Here’s everything you need to know about this hair color trend – and exactly how to achieve it.

Why Everyone’s Obsessed with Cherry Cola Hair

Cherry cola hair is the moment right now for a few reasons:

• It flatters nearly every skin tone. The warm mix of burgundy, red, and brunette tones play beautifully with fair, medium, and deep complexions.

• It’s high-shine and high-impact. This color is never flat – thanks to its rich red and brunette mix, it catches the light in all the right ways.

• It’s customizable. Whether you want deep cherry from root to tip, a few peekaboo ribbons, or a soft wash of color over brunette, there’s a version for you.

• It’s easy to maintain (yes, really). Using the right color-depositing and nourishing products keeps the shade vibrant between color sessions.

How to Get the Perfect Cherry Cola Hair Color

Madison Reed’s salon-quality formulas are crafted in Italy and made without ammonia, PPD, resorcinol, parabens, phthalates, and SLS. That means you get salon-gorgeous color made with ingredients you can feel good about.

Ready to create your signature cherry cola shade? Here’s how to do it with Madison Reed:

Step 1: Choose Your Perfect Shade

Depending on your current hair color and how bold you want to go, here are a few cherry cola formulas to try:

For a True Cherry Red

Try: Radiant Cream Color in Portofino Red 6NRR
This is a permanent color so it will help cover any grays while giving you a rich medium auburn result with beautiful dimension that will last.

For a Subtle Cherry Cola Look

Try: ColorWonder™ in Better Off Bronze 6MC
This is a rich brunette with just the right amount of red mahogany undertones to create a subtle cherry cola look. Great if your hair is light-medium brown – or even a dark blonde – and you’re looking to go deeper. This is a demi-permanent color, which means it will fade over time and grow out softly.

For Red Violet Tones

Try: ColorWonder™ in The Bordeaux Flow 5RV
On lighter hair, it will give a more bold red vibrant result. On darker hair, it will give a deeper plumy result.

Pro tip: Use our Color Quiz or chat with a licensed colorist online to customize your cherry cola match based on your hair history and goals.

Step 2: Apply Color (at Home or the Hair Color Bar)

At Home:
Madison Reed’s Radiant Hair Color Kit includes everything you need: color, developer, gloves, a cleansing wipe, barrier cream, and color-protecting shampoo and conditioner. The formula is creamy, non-drippy, and easy to apply.

At a Hair Color Bar:
Prefer to leave it to the experts? Our licensed pro colorists can bring your cherry cola vision to life at your next appointment. Just book an All-Over Color or Gloss service at a Hair Color Bar near you.

Step 3: Boost the Shine + Maintain Your Shade

Cherry cola hair thrives on gloss and tone. Keep it stunning with:

Color Reviving Gloss in Barolo or Cannella

Refresh your red tone between colorings with this high-shine color. Use every two to three weeks to revive vibrancy and add glass-like shine.

Color Therapy Mask in Rubino

This color-depositing mask nourishes while adding ruby red tones to brunette or red hair. It’s perfect for weekly color care and a little self-care moment.

Color-Protecting Shampoo and Conditioner

Our sulfate-free, color-protecting formulas keep your red tones rich and help prevent color fade.

Who Does Cherry Cola Hair Work Best For?

• Brunette or dark blonde hair

• Warm or neutral skin tones

• Those looking to experiment without going platinum or pastel

• Anyone craving a bold, sophisticated refresh for fall – or anytime, really

The Takeaway: Why Madison Reed is the Ultimate Choice for Cherry Cola Hair

With salon-quality color and hair-loving ingredients, Madison Reed is the go-to brand for creating trending looks without the harsh ingredients* or the guesswork.

So if you’re ready to raise a glass (and your hair game), cherry cola hair is your next statement shade. Let us help you get there – your way with your color on your schedule.

Ready to Try It?

Take our Color Quiz to find your perfect cherry cola match – or stop by a Hair Color Bar and let our licensed pro colorists bring your new color to life!

*Free of ammonia, PPD, resorcinol, parabens, phthalates, SLS, gluten, and titanium dioxide.