Hair Crimper Cherry Cola Hair Color 2026: Style Guide

In This Guide

• What is Side Part Glam
• Tools You Need (L01 / M01 / L05)
• 5-Step Tutorial
• Temperature Guide
• Product Comparison
• 5 Pro Tips
• FAQs

What is Cherry Cola Hair Color

Cherry cola hair color is a 2026 trending shade that blends deep red-brown base with subtle red and burgundy reflects. Think of the color of a cherry cola soft drink — dark with warm red highlights that catch the light. Unlike pure red or burgundy, cherry cola works on every skin tone and reads as a "natural red" while being a fun fashion color.

Crimping cherry cola hair shows off the red reflects like nothing else. The textured wave pattern catches light at multiple angles, making the red reflects pop. The challenge: red pigments fade fastest of any hair color, so crimping at high heat (200°C) can strip color in 2-3 washes. The fix is lower heat + color-protectant prep.

Tools You Need

The right crimper makes or breaks this look. Here are the three FIFN options that work for side part glam at different hair lengths.

FIFN L01 Hair Crimper — 25mm wide plates ideal for medium to long hair. Three-barrel design creates deep zigzag waves that anchor the side part glam look. Heats to 200°C in 60 seconds, ceramic plates protect shine.

FIFN M01 Hair Straightener — Use for the smooth crown section above the crimp. 25mm flat iron that gets the sleek top portion glass-straight before the crimped lengths start. Critical for the dual-texture side part glam effect.

FIFN L05 Mini Hair Crimper — 9mm narrow plates for short hair, bangs, and sideburns. Perfect for short-to-medium length side part glam on bobs and lobs where the L01 would be too wide.

5-Step Side Part Glam Tutorial

Total time: about 18 minutes. The lower heat means slightly longer hold times, but the color payoff is worth it. Always do a strand test first on a hidden section to confirm your specific color tolerates the temperature.

Temperature Guide by Hair Type

Cherry cola hair is more porous than natural hair, so it absorbs heat faster. Always do a strand test at 160°C first. If the crimp sets in under 3 seconds, your hair is ready. If you need 5+ seconds, your hair is damaged and needs even lower heat (140-150°C) to prevent breakage.

Product Comparison

For cherry cola hair, the L01 + M01 combination is the safest starter set. The L01 crimps the lengths at 170°C without fading color, and the M01 smooths the crown at 160°C. The L05 mini is perfect for bangs or layered ends where you want subtle crimp definition.

Do's and Don'ts

5 Pro Tips for Crimping Cherry Cola Hair

1. Tip 1: Wait 48 hours after fresh dye. Freshly dyed hair has open cuticles. Crimping within 48 hours of dye strips pigment fast. Wait 2 days minimum before heat styling, longer (1 week) if you bleached first.
2. Tip 2: Always apply color-protectant first. Spray color-protectant on every section before crimping. The spray forms a heat barrier that keeps pigment locked in. Re-apply on sections that feel dry mid-session.
3. Tip 3: Crimp at 170°C max, not 200°C. The 30°C difference between 170 and 200 is huge for red color. At 200°C, red pigment breaks down chemically. At 170°C, you get the same crimp result with 2-3x longer color life.
4. Tip 4: Wash in cool water only. Hot water opens the cuticle and washes out red dye fast. Cool water keeps cuticle closed and color locked. After shampoo, do a final 30-second cool rinse to seal the cuticle.
5. Tip 5: Refresh red color with a color-depositing mask weekly. Red pigments fade fastest of all colors. A weekly color-depositing mask (5-10 minutes in the shower) keeps cherry cola vibrant between salon visits. Use after crimping day, not before.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Will crimping fade my cherry cola hair color?

Answer: Crimping at high heat (200°C) fades cherry cola color fast, often in 2-3 washes. Crimping at 170°C with color-protectant spray keeps color vibrant 2-3x longer. The L01 has adjustable temperature, so set it to 170°C specifically. Always do a strand test first to confirm your color tolerates the heat.

Q2: Can I crimp freshly dyed cherry cola hair?

Answer: Wait 48 hours after fresh dye before crimping. Freshly dyed hair has open cuticles that lose pigment fast under heat. If you bleached before coloring, wait 1 full week. The L01 at 170°C after the wait period is safe. The M01 at 160°C is even gentler if you are worried about color.

Q3: Which is best for cherry cola hair, L01 or M01?

Answer: For crimping cherry cola colored hair, the FIFN L01 at 170°C is the safest crimper. The wider 25mm plates let you crimp in fewer passes, reducing total heat exposure. The M01 at 160°C is great for the crown. If you only buy one, choose the L01 for the crimp effect that shows off the red reflects best.

Q4: Should I crimp wet or dry cherry cola hair?

Answer: Always crimp fully dry hair. Damp hair + crimper heat causes steam damage, breakage, AND pulls red dye out of the cuticle. Blow-dry or air-dry completely before using the L01. For best results, crimp on day-old hair (washed yesterday) which holds both crimp pattern and color better than freshly washed hair.

Q5: How do I keep cherry cola color from fading after crimping?

Answer: Use UV-protectant hairspray as your finishing spray after crimping. UV rays fade red pigments fastest. The hairspray blocks UV damage. Also wash in cool water only and use color-depositing masks weekly. With these 3 steps, cherry cola color stays vibrant 4-6 weeks between touch-ups.