mermaid hair hairstyles

Red Mermaid Hair Is the Perfect Look for Halloween 2022

Embrace your inner mermaid!

With the hottest mermaid movie on the horizon for 2023, there is no doubt that mermaids are the hottest topic of this holiday season. It’s no doubt that the bright red mermaid-inspired color has captured the hearts of so many and is one of the most sought-after hair looks this season. Do you have a young one at home who is learning how to style a bright vibrant makeup wig this Halloween? Or perhaps you are learning how to sly the look yourself! Regardless, there is a look for you in this guide on how to achieve mermaid hair this Halloween. 

How to Wear Red Mermaid Hair this Halloween

Whether you’re dying your hair or wearing a bold wig this Halloween, find your best fit for mermaid hair in our guide below.

1. Dip Dyed Red Hair

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Rock dip dyed hair for a Halloween look you don’t have to commit to. Photo by Eduardo Gorghetto

Looking to sport the mermaid hair without having to commit your full hair color to the look? Then try this dip-dyed hair look. This hairstyle can be achieved using red hair wax or hair spray dye. A cute look that washes off at the end of the day. If you plan on using spray or wax to achieve this look, we recommend starting with clean hair. The Suave Repairing Avocado Shampoo is a great way to shampoo your hair while also preventing frizz with this look.

2. Fiery Red Bob

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Tone down a vibrant red hair color without having to go all the way. Photo by Erik Torres

Going for a less vibrant mermaid hair look? We recommend going for a fiery red look! Enjoy a bold red without it being too vibrant for comfort. This style looks great when worn as a wig! By the end of the night, you might love the look so much you just might decide to dye your own mane this color. If you decide to wear this look as a wig, we recommend using the SheaMoisture Wig & Weave Tea Tree & Borage Seed Oil Bonding Glue to keep your looking secure throughout the night.

3. Slicked Back Red Mermaid Hair

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Mermaids can look sleek too! Photo by Jayson Hinrichsen

Who says mermaids can’t look sleek? Wear your hair gelled down with TRESemmé Extra Hold Hair Gel. If your hair is not already red. Follow up by applying a temporary color hair wax to achieve your ultimate mermaid hair dreams.

4. Braided Mermaid Hair with Flowers

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Have your princess look with this gorgeous red braid. Photo by Nyana Stoica.

Going for a princess mermaid hair look? Then try this braided mermaid hair look paired with accessories. For a more relaxed look, we recommend wearing flowers to accessorize your look. Take it up a notch with jeweled bobby pins or a tiara!

5. Braided Mohawk Red Hair

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Add some edge to your mermaid look this Halloween. Photo by Tammie Allen.

Want to add some edge to your look? This braided mohawk hairstyle is the perfect way to add some spice to the classic mermaid look. Pair it with side-parted cornrows on natural hair to take the look up one level for a look you can wear on Halloween and beyond. 

Which mermaid hair look will you be trying this Halloween? Share your look with us @AllThingsHairUS for a chance to be featured. Also for more hairstyle inspiration, be sure to subscribe to our newsletter below. 

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