I’m a hair pro – the colour you should NEVER dye your tresses if you want to hide split ends & it’ll make you look older

DEALING with damaged hair can be a total nightmare and even the best products don’t always hide split ends

Besides a big chop, there’s not a lot you can do to reverse damage, but it turns out a common hair colour can make things appear way worse than they are.

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Milk + Blush hair expert Nicole Petty revealed why dark brown and black hair is a big no-no, especially as for ageing women.

Speaking to Express.co.uk she revealed the colour can not only highlight split ends but can draw attention to fine lines and wrinkles too.

Even if you rocked the brunette look when you were younger it might not compliment your skin tone in the same way as you age, especially if you’re dyeing your locks to hide greys.

Nicole explained: “While it may be tempting to dye your hair dark brunette or black to hide those grey roots, going too dark will make your hair appear matte, emphasise split ends and draw attention to fine lines.”

If you naturally have dark hair you can combat it’s dull appearance by adding in some more dimension, she suggested.

“If darker hair is your thing, ask your stylist to add light-reflecting tones to lift your locks and create a multi-dimensional anti-ageing effect,” the pro noted.

Some lighter highlights and lowlights in chocolatey and caramel tones will keep the overall dark look but will bring more life to your locks.

That said, some women do suit darker hair well into their 50s and above, so the best way to know what’s right for you is to book in a consultation with a stylist.

If your tresses are naturally light sticking with a colours in that range are more likely to flatter your face as you age and keep your locks looking healthy.

She added: “Ultimately, do what works for you, but be prepared for regular upkeep, as darker hair is more of a contrast to grey, so a root-touch up will be needed every four to six weeks.”

And if you don’t mind the look of your greys but hate the awkward transition phase, fear not.

To make growing them out more seamless Nicole suggested grey highlights to blend everything together in a natural looking way.