First, it should be stated upfront that while playful, copper (even muted) is a high-maintenance hair color. Many colorists say that tones of red are even harder to maintain than bleach blonde because red hair color is notoriously fast-fading. “Expect to be in the shampoo bowl for a few hours,” says Perry to anyone who’s considering the trans. “This tone will require multiple glosses.” Moreover, a DIY dye job is not advisable. “If not done properly, this color can get very brassy yellow, so it’s important to do your research to find the right colorist to do the job,” Perry adds.