Matrix Total Results Brass Off Blue Shampoo 300ml & Conditioner 300ml Duo for Lightened Brunette Hair

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I've been bleaching my (originally dark brown) mop for many years now. The only time I have achieved an apparently visually uniform effect is when I have bleached short, virgin hair all over. The longer it gets, the more variable the results appear. More recently, the brand has introduced a ‘hair matrix’ to ensure that all of their formulas work for every single diverse hair type. Today, their headquarters are based in Ohio. Each hair isn't 'yellow' or 'orange', it lies on a colour spectrum with infinite tiny divisions, between white through yellow to orange. Even after toning it to achieve a white/silver, there are still parts that cling to this spectrum. Probably not in the same position as before toning, but still visibly not white or silver. So, how do you know it's time to break out the blue shampoo? "If someone struggles with fading to an unwanted yellow/orange brassy tone midway point between visits to the salon, they are a good candidate for blue shampoo," Wiley says. What To Look For in A Blue Shampoo Sulfates: Haircare ingredients can play a big part in the overall health of your hair as well as the surrounding skin. Sulfates are cleansing agents that can be found in cosmetics, soaps, and hair care products. Some of them are particularly drying and potentially irritating for the skin. Dr. King says certain sulfates like sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS), ammonium lauryl sulfate (ALS), and sodium laureth sulfate (SLES) are cleansing agents known to strip your hair of its own oils, therefore causing dryness and potential scalp itchiness.

Excellent toner if you are light enough. I just left it in for an hour and my hair looks pretty dang good. I live in a remote place without access to quality services even though they want to charge like quality services - so for 60 something dollars I went platinum blond in two bleaches and I used this to tone and realistically there is ZERO chance a local could of done this and they would have charged easy 280. My hair is also completely healthy like I just colored it. I used no ammonia lightener and this to tone and I am so happy I did this because I will never be at the mercy of another hair stylist again. Additionally salon services would have DESTROYED my hair. They always do. I am undecided if I will leave the highlight dimension in there or if I will eventually bleach that out too and have white game of thrones hair. We'll see. Frequency of Use: Bonilla recommends using a blue shampoo once every two to three weeks. Our research confirms that those who choose to use blue shampoo more often than that may experience dryness (a common complaint with this type of shampoo). You may also notice a buildup of pigment if you use blue shampoos too frequently.I don’t know how I’ve never heard of or noticed blue shampoo before, and quite frankly I wonder why all stylists have only suggested purple shampoo?! Definite disservice! I’ve used several professional purple brands diligently, and while I always use 1-2x/week I never felt like it was even doing anything. I’m sure it was but just not what I hoped - as in if I stopped using I’m sure I’d notice that too. I’ve never been able to *truly* achieve the holy grail type of cool-toned blonde I’ve wanted. I was just resigned to it being good enough given how naturally dark my hair is. An “it is what it is” kind of thing.

That’s right, blue shampoo is a thing and it can have real beauty benefits for all the brunettes out there. It won’t turn your strands blue, but what it will do is keep them looking shiny and vibrant. So keep reading to learn more about blue shampoo, including which hair it’s best suited for and how to use blue shampoo in your hair care routine.

What Does Blue Shampoo Do?

I’m a naturally dark brunette who has gone blonde or had blonde highlights/bayalage on and off for years. Like most, I struggle with orange/brassiness. I’ve been doing the ombré-to-bayalage for awhile and this week decided to bring the lightness up higher. I knew I’d be facing the orange/brassiness during the initial phase(s) but forgot what a bummer it can be. Additionally, with a regular shampoo you generally want to concentrate the product only on your scalp and roots, but with blue shampoo it’s best to apply the blue shampoo from root to tip. This is because you want the blue pigments to work on all of your hair equally. Otherwise, you may be left with brassy spots in some places and not others. Overall, our favorite blue shampoo is Matrix Total Results Brass Off Color Depositing Blue Shampoo. We love that it's formulated specifically for lightened brunette hair and that the sulfate-free blend uses blue-violet pigments to provide a brilliant cool-toned finish with no brassiness in sight. Having said that, Not Your Mother's Triple Threat Brunette Blue Treatment Shampoo is an excellent choice for those on a budget but still want to tweak the orange out of their warm brown highlights.

To select the best blue shampoos, we researched the top options on the market. We also asked dermatologists which brands they recommend, along with their insight on what shoppers should look for and avoid when choosing a blue shampoo. Additionally, we made sure to include products that suit various skin and hair types. When shopping for a blue shampoo, both Wiley and Korab agree that customers should avoid products with sulfates. Korab adds that you should also steer clear of parabens and silicones. If you’re blonde, you should totally should stay away from blue shampoo, because as L’Oréal Paris Creative Director of Style and Color Jonathan Colombini explains, “it won’t damage [blonde hair] but it could turn your blondest blondes a little muddy or even cast a blue tint." The company offers a Matrix hair color app designed for customers to see what kind of hues look best on themBoard-certified dermatologist Hadley King says blue shampoo is especially good at targeting the orange hues common to brunette hair treated with highlights, ombré, balayage, and similar techniques. But it’s not just for brunettes, says hairdresser and colorist Gloria Bonilla. Blue shampoo is also perfect for people with virgin hair, specifically silver hair, since it keeps white tones cool. Importantly, anybody who naturally has warmth to their hair (for example, red and strawberry blonde hair) should avoid blue shampoos since they will dull and mute these natural tones. Matrix pros like to recommend a full system that will not only tone brassy brunette hair color but will also strengthen and condition the hair. Their system of choice is Matrix Total Results Brass Off. The system contains: On Influenster, a total of 3,200 comments were made showcasing generally positive experiences. Customers on both sources have stated that their treatments help to tone out uneven hair. Some users also reported that their products left their ends soft and healthy. 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. I have been using this shampoo for over a year now. It takes out the majority of the yellow, and makes my hair shiny and beautiful… I get compliments on my hair all the time, and I am very happy with the product,” one reviewer wrote for the Total Results So Silver Purple Shampoo.

Made specifically for lightened brunette hair, this sulfate-free shampoo deposits blue-violet pigments to reduce brassiness and counteract unwanted warm tones. And again, it's important to assess both the instructions on the bottle and the needs of your hair in the moment so that you can find the best routine for you. Your brown hair will be glowing in no time. The Best Blue Shampoos The number of possible variables is already mind-boggling. There are more, but if I try to enumerate them here my head will explode! Don't even get me started on the variations in natural grey/silver/white regrowth now that I am getting old. I am also leaving 'beige' and 'pink' out of this discourse altogether for sanity's sake. And to top it all off my hair has the audacity to appear a different colour when wet than when dry. This is the first time I’ve ever written a review for anything in my life, but this deserves it. Lengthy review but I’m excited, ha! Blue vs. Purple: There are lots of blue and purple shampoos on the market. And while they achieve roughly the same outcome, blue is generally intended for brunettes, and purple is for blondes. However, some blue washes lean more toward indigo (and sometimes violet) than classic blue. Boasting a blend of "blue-violet pigments," Matrix Total Results Brass Off Color Depositing Blue Shampoo contains a bit of both. In any case, you can pretty much count on a reduction in brassiness and an overall cooler-toned finish.Get it, *really take your time with it to figure out what works for you and your situation* - AKA be smart and patient about it and experiment with it, WEAR GLOVES, and be prepared to be blown away. I really don’t know how people can say this stuff doesn’t work. The only thing I can conclude is they needed to be patient and experiment with it a bit more. Hairstylist Jennifer Korab agrees, adding, "As the weeks progress, it’s common for color-treated hair to become brassy regardless of color tone. Blue shampoo can counterbalance the brassy pigment and extend the life of the hair between salon visits."