Ready for Feb? This month, we have a lot of things to celebrate; from Carnival to St Valentine’s Day, there are plenty of parties and events coming up, so what better time to refresh your hair?
For Carnival and Valentine’s Day 2026, we predict one trend to be bigger than every other: Pastel hair! Springtime is approaching, and between the sunshine of Carnival and the romance of Valentine’s Day, pastel hair is the best way to embrace the season.
What is Carnival?
Carnival is a celebration of excess and indulgence, happening right before the start of Lent. This year, Carnival is coinciding with Valentine’s Day (14th Feb), which means that you’ll have plenty of opportunities to show off your colourful hair!
Pastel Hairstyles
For Carnival 2026 and Valentine’s Day 2026, pastels are going to be all the rage. So, what pastel colours do we have, and how can you style them? Keep reading for Valentine’s Day hairstyles and pastel hair inspo!
Our Pastel Range:
Manic Panic Creamtones™Perfect Pastel Tones- Sea Nymph: this gorgeous pastel sea green is perfect for all of the mermaids out there!
Manic Panic Creamtones™Perfect Pastel Tones- Dreamsicle: get ready for the warmer months with this mouth-watering orange!
Manic Panic Creamtones™Perfect Pastel Tones- Velvet Violet: for our lilac and violet lovers, try this deep purple pastel!
Manic Panic Creamtones™Perfect Pastel Tones- Blue Angel: get angelic with this gorgeous sky-blue pastel hair dye!
All of these Classic Creamtones come in 118ml pots, handy and convenient for easy application. They’re all also vegan and cruelty-free, which makes them just as ethical as they are gorgeous. And with our mix-and-match offer, you can stock up on plenty of pastel colours for less!
Want more pastel options? With our Manic Panic Pastel-izer®, you can turn any of our Classic Colour hair dyes into a pastel shade! Just add a little of the Pastel-izer to some coloured Manic Panic hair dye, and mix to suit your colour needs. All of our shades our inter-mixable, so let your creativity play! Try out different tones and ratios, and find the perfect pastel for you.
Pastel Inspiration
This gorgeous pink pastel look by @brookepascarelilhair is perfect for Valentine’s Day! These stunning rose-coloured locks are created with the Classic Colours Cotton Candy Pink Hair Dye. Dilute this dye with some of our Pastel-izer for a pink-toned pastel shade on light blonde hair. Or, for those with slightly darker hair, stick to pink Classic Colours dyes for a tinted pink finish.
Want something a little more complex? Pastel ombre looks are huge in springtime, and this one by @hairbygeorgiaa_ is the perfect example. This purple masterpiece is created using the Classic Colours Electric Amethyst Hair Dye, mixed with our Cream Pastel-izer. The Pastel-izer has been mixed with the amethyst colour to create different shades of violet, ideal for creating that picture-perfect ombre!
Finally, we know nothing is more iconic than a pastel rainbow! Just check out this amazing, timeless rainbow hair from @emdoeshair232. This look is created by mixing all of the Manic Panic High Voltage Classic Colour shades with our Cream Pastel-izer, and it’s safe to say that we’re obsessed!
Try your very own pastel mix for a unique and gorgeous look this February, and don’t forget to tag us @manicpanic_UK!
Pastel Hair FAQs
How do I do pastel hair?
Pastel hair can be difficult to achieve, especially with darker hair. That’s why we have plenty of handy care guides on how to pre-lighten and dye your hair at home. The most important thing is to have the level of hair that works best for your colour dreams. Find out what your hair level is and how to dye dark hair pastel below.
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