GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024

Statistics About The Most Attractive Hair Color

The attractiveness of hair color is subjective and varies among individuals, making it challenging to determine a definitive statistic.

Last Updated: June 18, 2024

Written & Summarized by: Jannik Lindner

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In this post, we explore a collection of intriguing statistics surrounding the topic of hair color and attractiveness. From the preferences of men and women to the societal perceptions attached to different hair colors, these data points offer a fascinating insight into how hair color impacts our perceptions of beauty and desirability.

Statistic 1

"60% of people worldwide have brown hair. (Source: World Atlas)"

Statistic 2

"A survey by social network site Badoo found that 60% of women said a man's hair was the first thing they looked at in a man."

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"According to a survey by Men’s Health, 76 percent of women believe that men with long brown hair are "hot"."

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"A survey conducted by the dating website, WhatsYourPrice.com, showed that least amount of women prefer red-headed men."

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"Only 2% of the world's population has naturally red hair, it is the rarest hair color."

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"An Allure survey concluded that 65% of participants associate blonde hair with being youthful and attractive."

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"A study by Pantene revealed that 78% of men are attracted to women with shiny hair, regardless of its color."

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"The Clairol’s Color Attitude survey discovered that 71% of brunettes felt their hair color made them feel more intelligent."

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"In a study funded by Proctor & Gamble, PhD, J. Kramer discovered that brunettes were considered more capable, serious, and intelligent."

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"According to a study by Augsburg University, blonde-haired women are often associated with the negative stereotype of being less competent but more attractive."

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"The Allure magazine's hair survey found that 44% of men prefer brunette women."

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"A survey by Clairol found that 54% of men don't care about women's hair color as long as it’s clean."

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"According to a survey conducted by Men's Health magazine, most women (56.6%) would pick black or brown as the sexiest hair color option for men."

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"Survey showed 64% of women indicated that they had changed their hair color in an attempt to feel more attractive."

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"Medscapes' study reveals 68% of respondents preferred brunettes for a long-term relationship."

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"A survey by Covergirl found that those with black hair were considered the most confident by 51% of respondents."

In conclusion, the statistics presented provide a fascinating look into societal perceptions and preferences surrounding hair color. Brown hair emerges as the most common and widely favored choice, with brunette individuals often associated with attributes like intelligence and attractiveness. Blonde hair is linked with notions of youthfulness and allure, while red hair remains the rarest and least preferred option. Interestingly, men and women have differing views on the significance of hair color, with women placing more emphasis on men’s hair while men show varying levels of interest in women’s hair color. Overall, the data underscores the complex interplay between hair color, attractiveness, and perceived personality traits in the realm of interpersonal relationships and societal norms.

Jannik Lindner

Jannik is the Co-Founder of Gitnux and has been working in the digital space since 2016. He is specialized in content and tech.

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