Burnt Sienna Copper: The Trending Hair Colour of 2026

We know, we know… summer isn’t over yet. But if there is one thing the professional hair industry loves, it’s getting ahead of the next big hair trend. As we start looking towards autumn, there’s one hair colour that’s already beginning to take over salons and, of course, social media. We’ve seen coppers and reds populate salons over the last few years, but this season, it’s only getting richer and more luxurious. Get to know Burnt Sienna Copper, the copper shade that will be the next big thing for our red-head lovers. Working alongside our Quif Educator Sara Simpson, we’re breaking down why this shade is about to become 2026’s biggest hair colour trend, plus the Quif colour formulas to reach for when recreating this look in the salon.

Why is Burnt Sienna Copper trending right now?

One thing clients can’t get enough of right now is hair that is healthy, glossy and expensive, and you best believe Burnt Sienna Copper is ticking every box. Blending rich red-brown pigments with warm copper and amber tones, it creates a colour that is full of dimension. It’s warm without being too bright, making it super wearable whilst clients still notice that exciting new change to their hair. Want to know what’s even better? Burnt Sienna Copper is one of those shades that completely transforms in different lighting, showing its true glowing copper tones when in the sunlight.

How To Recreate Burnt Sienna Copper

To recreate this trending copper shade, our Quif Educator, Sara, has put together three of her favourite formulas using Quif Professional.

• Quint:essential: 5.4 + 6.74 (equal parts, 1:1 mix)
• Magi:colour: 6.34
• Magi:gloss: 20ml 6.04 + 10ml 5.6 + 3ml 0.03

With these formulas, you can be confident in creating the perfect balance of rich brunette depth and glowing copper warmth, to leave the hair looking glossy and super vibrant.

Maintaining the Copper Glow

As with any copper shade, maintenance is everything! Warm tones naturally fade quicker than cooler tones, so making sure your clients leave with the right aftercare is crucial. Sara recommends always sending copper clients home with a colour-safe shampoo and conditioner to help lock in vibrancy (specifically the Shed Vivid Bloom Colour Lock Shampoo & Conditioner). She also suggests a heat protection spray and leave-in conditioner to protect the hair from heat damage, which can quickly dull and fade copper tones. And for clients wanting to refresh their copper colour every now and then? A Quif Magi:gloss service between colour appointments is the ultimate way to refresh the tone and boost the hair’s shine.

The Shade of the Season

Burnt Sienna Copper is rich, glossy and packed with warmth, and it feels like the perfect choice for clients wanting to refresh their colour this season. So, if you’re looking to stay ahead of the trends, Burnt Sienna Copper is definitely one to keep on your radar.