Fantasy · Level 7
Neon Lime.
High-voltage lime — the loudest green in the catalog, and worth the upkeep when you want to be seen.
By the Hair Color editorsReviewed by the Hair Color editorial teamTested in the virtual studio
- Bleach
- Required
- Gray coverage
- minimal
- Upkeep
- high
- Fade
- Electric yellow-green fades fast — refresh weekly.
Who neon lime flatters.
Neon Lime is forgiving on neutral undertones — skin that sits between warm and cool; glows on warm undertones — golden, peachy, or sun-responsive skin, especially if gold jewelry flatters you. If you wear fantasy tones already, this shade sits naturally inside the family — statement hues beyond nature.
Commitment check.
High upkeep. Expect toning or gloss refreshes every 2–4 weeks, cold-water washes, color-safe products, and heat protectant every time — rewarding, but not casual.
Minimal gray coverage — a fashion shade, not a gray solution. Pair it with a base color if coverage matters.
Fade timeline: Electric yellow-green fades fast — refresh weekly.
What to ask your stylist.
Ask for a level 7 neon lime with neutral and warm reflect, and confirm the lightening plan plus bond-builder before you book. Bring a daylight photo of your goal — salon lighting makes every shade look perfect, and you want the street version.
Try it before you dye it.
Swatch cards lie and packaging lighting lies. Preview neon lime on your own photo with the before/after slider, drag the intensity from a whisper at 10% to full saturation at 100%, and compare it against hot pink side by side. Then take the two-minute quiz to see where it ranks for your undertone.
Neon Lime FAQs.
Does neon lime hair color require bleach?
+
Yes — reaching Neon Lime (level 7) usually requires pre-lightening, particularly from darker bases. Book a bond-builder with your lightening appointment and expect a longer first session.
What skin tone suits neon lime?
+
Neon Lime leans neutral and warm and is forgiving on neutral undertones — skin that sits between warm and cool; glows on warm undertones — golden, peachy, or sun-responsive skin, especially if gold jewelry flatters you. Still unsure? The two-minute shade quiz reads your undertone from vein, jewelry, and sun-response checks and ranks this shade against all 51.
How much upkeep does neon lime need?
+
High upkeep. Expect toning or gloss refreshes every 2–4 weeks, cold-water washes, color-safe products, and heat protectant every time — rewarding, but not casual. Electric yellow-green fades fast — refresh weekly. Cold-water washes and color-safe shampoo stretch every shade further.
Does neon lime cover gray hair?
+
Minimal gray coverage — a fashion shade, not a gray solution. Pair it with a base color if coverage matters.
How long does neon lime last before it fades?
+
Electric yellow-green fades fast — refresh weekly. Keep a color-depositing mask or gloss on standby — high-maintenance shades reward the stocked top shelf.
What's the difference between neon lime and hot pink?
+
They share the fantasy family, but Hot Pink leans warm and neutral while Neon Lime leans neutral and warm. The fastest way to choose is to preview both on your own photo and see which one lights up your skin.
Will neon lime damage my hair?
+
Any route to level 7 involves lift, and lift always costs some integrity — there is no damage-free shortcut. Minimize it with a strand test first, a bond-builder during lightening, and spaced sessions rather than one marathon appointment on dark hair. Preview the shade virtually first so the lift is only ever spent on a color you've already seen on yourself.
Similar shades.
All fantasyHot Pink
Level 7 · fantasy
Canary Yellow
Level 8 · fantasy