We love a color-toning shampoo that lathers nicely, and that's L'ange's offering in a nutshell. Formulated specifically for brown-haired beauties, L'ange's Brunette Boost gently cleanses with a luxuriously rich lather while depositing blue pigments to banish unwanted reddish, brassy tones. It does contain sulfates, but this is where the satisfying suds come from. Some users have noticed that it can leave a residue behind if not thoroughly washed out, so maybe give your hair an extra minute or two while washing out.

A collection of wonderfully hydrating lines designed to nourish and protect the hair from root to tip Osmo is a well-known brand that offers a range of high-quality shampoos suitable for all hair types. Their shampoos are formulated with natural ingredients that help to nourish and protect hair while providing a deep cleanse. Osmo shampoos come in a variety of flavours, each designed to target specific hair concerns such as dryness, damage, or colour-treated hair. These shampoos are highly recommended for those looking for a reliable and effective hair care solution.

To cleanse hair gently and maintain colour vibrancy, distribute Osmo Colour Save Shampoo evenly through wet hair. Massage gently, rinse and repeat if necessary. Ingredients Want something a little easier on your wallet? We're big fans of Not Your Mother's Triple Threat Brunette for highlighted and brunette hair. We love that it's free of sulfates, silicones, parabens, and phthalates (aka all the chemicals that can damage your hair). Use this super affordable blue treatment shampoo two or three times a week to cleanse your scalp and give brassiness the boot.

Frequent color treatments can wreak havoc on your hair (we're talking brittle stands and lots of split ends), but Joico Color Balance Blue offers a remedy. Featuring blue pigments, hair-strengthening keratin, breakage-preventing arginine, and moisturizing rosehip oil, this shampoo pulls out all the stops for repairing, fortifying, and de-brassing brunette hair. Like any other blue 'poos out there, it may stain your hands though, so consider wearing gloves when applying. A super hydrating, curl loving formula that gently foams and cleanses whilst retaining the hair's natural condition.

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If you're open to spending a bit more on a high-end formula that brings out silver tones and brass-free brightness, this luxury shampoo won't let you down.

Made specifically for lightened brunette hair, this sulfate-free shampoo deposits blue-violet pigments to reduce brassiness and counteract unwanted warm tones. This one boasts a hefty price tag, but the results are so worth it. Organic ylang-ylang, eucalyptus and lemon are fused together to make a luxury botanical blue shampoo that not only nourishes the scalp but brightens colour-treated strands. Sold out Eva NYC makes the best option we've found in the pharmacy. Brass to Sass calls on blue pigments to banish orangey tones and reveal the multidimensional beauty of brunette hair. In the brand's clinical trial, 93% of users said their hair looked freshly colored after a single wash. We love that it's vegan and cruelty-free, and relies on natural ingredients to lighten gently. Even though it's sulfate and paraben-free, it also lathers really well. Theresa Holland has been contributing to Byrdie since 2020, covering wellness, makeup, skincare, and haircare. For this story, she interviewed two stylists for product recommendations and insight into the science of color-depositing hair washes. Having tried a handful of blue/purple shampoos in the past, she's particularly fond of Fanola and Kevin Murphy. You can read more stories by Theresa on MyDomaine and The Spruce.Elongate the length of your colour... A colour protection shampoo formulated to visibly extend the life of your colour.

While there are many standout blue 'poos on the market, Matrix Brass Off shines above the rest. Formulated specifically for lightened brunette hair, this sulfate-free hair wash deposits blue-violet pigments to minimize brassiness. In other words, it creates a stunning cool-toned finish that brings out the intended effect of your color-treated hair. The vanilla-rose scent doesn't hurt either. Blue shampoo doesn't typically brighten on its own (it can help revive dull highlights though). But this one from Angel Wash absolutely does thanks to a little chemical magic. "It contains optical brighteners to revive brown [and] blonde tones that need a little bit of help," Murphy says. We're also big fans of the calming lavender scent and the Murumuru Seed Butter and shea butter which help condition hair and improve elasticity. We just don't love that it can sometimes get a watery consistency, which sometimes results in us losing precious product.

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For the ombré camp (aka those with a fade to a lighter color) we suggest dpHUE Cool Brunette Shampoo. This ultra-gentle cleanser is sulfate and paraben-free so it won't strip or dull color-treated hair. Instead, it neutralizes coppery, orangey tones to keep your hair looking fresh AF between salon visits, while amino acids and hydrolyzed silk strengthen hair (while also adding luster). Though it doesn't create a rich, frothy lather, it certainly gets the job done.