The Best Purple Shampoos for Blonde Hair 2024

Best Repairing Shampoo

Olaplex No. 4P Blonde Enhancer Toning Shampoo

Best Repairing Shampoo

Olaplex No. 4P Blonde Enhancer Toning Shampoo

Pros

• Works on both natural and dyed hair

Blonde and bleached hair is more susceptible to damage. This purple shampoo from the hair health experts at Olaplex helps to repair bonds lost to the dyeing process while toning blonde hair with concentrated pigments.

Customer Review:

"After trying many purple shampoo’s this has been the best I’ve ever used. The science behind the Olaplex brand itself says more than I can. Definitely only use it a couple times a week (or whatever your stylist recommends.) Every time I go in to get my hair done my stylist is always so amazed at how my hair looks the same as when she last did it!" —Anonymous

Best for Breakage

Pureology Strength Cure Blonde Shampoo

Best for Breakage

Pureology Strength Cure Blonde Shampoo

Pros

• A little goes a long way

Pureology's Strength Cure Blonde Shampoo mixes purple orchid extract with astaxanthin, an antioxidant that boasts a red pigment, to neutralize both brassiness and yellow tones in dyed hair.

Customer Review:

"Love this shampoo! As I grow older, my hair has a lot of different colors. When I shampoo in the shower, I leave the Strength Cure Blonde Shampoo on my hair for a few extra minutes and my gray hair is a whiter color. All of my hair is SO shiny." —Randi12

Best Drugstore Pick

John Frieda Violet Crush Purple Shampoo for Blonde Hair

Best Drugstore Pick

John Frieda Violet Crush Purple Shampoo for Blonde Hair

Pros

• Budget-friendly

Just a dime-sized amount of this purple shampoo will lather into a lush wash that protects blonde strands by depositing crushed violet pigments to brighten hair.

Customer Review:

"My hair went from brass to brighter blonde!!I love the way it smells, the way it feels, and how quickly it brightened and toned my hair!" —Aubrey

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Best Mix-In

IGK Mixed Feelings Purple Leave-In Blonde Toning Drops

Best Mix-In

IGK Mixed Feelings Purple Leave-In Blonde Toning Drops

Pros

• Can be used with your regular shampoo

Brown also recommends these purple toning drops, which can be added to your shampoo (or conditioner) for a custom toning treatment.

Customer Review:

"Bought this after dying my hair blue steel silver. I add it to my leave-in conditioner, about five drops. That’s enough to remove the brassiness from my hair. There’s no purple tinge. I don’t use any toning shampoo/conditioners, just these drops." —proll2334

Best for UV Protection

Sun Bum Purple Blonde Shampoo

Best for UV Protection

Sun Bum Purple Blonde Shampoo

Pros

• Good size for the price

Utilizing blue spirulina and violet extract instead of purple dyes, this shampoo from the fan-fave sunscreen brand helps protect against UV oxidation and dullness. Plus, it’s vegan and sulfate-free.

Customer Review:

"I have dirty blonde hair that goes very blonde in the summer time. This shampoo is brilliant for keeping that light blonde in all the time. It also makes your hair feel great!" —Jack

Best Vegan Purple Shampoo

Not Your Mother's Blonde Moment Purple Shampoo

Best Vegan Purple Shampoo

Not Your Mother's Blonde Moment Purple Shampoo

Pros

• Great price
• Gentle formula

Vegan and gluten-free, this highly rated shampoo is a good bet for natural and bleached blondes alike.

Customer Review:

"Deep purple pigment to the shampoo, but hasn't stained anything. Works great and smells even better. I think I'm on my third bottle of this stuff. Great product especially for the price." —Brittney

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Best Nourishing Purple Shampoo

Joico Blonde Life Violet Shampoo

Best Nourishing Purple Shampoo

Joico Blonde Life Violet Shampoo

Pros

• Hydrates hair

This nourishing formula helps restore color while it softens and strengthens stressed-out strands with monoi oil, tamanu oil, and the amino acid arginine.

Customer Review:

"I'm platinum blonde so the results are subtle for me but it really takes the yellow out over time. Doesn't dry my hair out either! If you want extreme results, though, then this isn't the product." —Danny

Best Eco-Friendly Pick

Superzero Purple Shampoo Bar for Blonde and White Hair

Best Eco-Friendly Pick

Superzero Purple Shampoo Bar for Blonde and White Hair

Pros

• Has bond builders
• Travel-friendly

This shampoo bar is specifically designed to boost shine, neutralize brassiness, and reduce frizz, courtesy of ultraviolet pigments, vegan keratin, and hemisqualane. Not only does the eco-conscious packaging avoid plastic bottles, but it's the perfect wash to travel with.

Customer Review:

"I love this for travel! Such an amazing way to save space while maintaining my ashy blonde. I was skeptical to try bar shampoos but it lathers and cleans my hair like any traditional shampoo could. Def recommend!" —Emmy Awards

Best for Fine Hair

Better Not Younger Silver Lining Purple Brightening Shampoo for Grey & White Hair

Best for Fine Hair

Better Not Younger Silver Lining Purple Brightening Shampoo for Grey & White Hair

Pros

• Reviews say it helps with hair growth

You don't need to sacrifice voluminous hair just to save your blonde strands. Better Not Younger's shampoo contains the brand's signature blend of biotin, bamboo burdock, and hops to make the hair appear thicker and fuller, while utilizing violet pigments to bring back the vibrancy of blonde and gray hair.

Customer Review:

"This is the best I have used! I have used cheap purple shampoo and expensive. The yellow is gone for the most part and it just looks shiny, healthy and vibrant." —Paula W.

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Amika Bust Your Brass Cool Blonde Shampoo

Amika Bust Your Brass Cool Blonde Shampoo

Pros

• Best for Dry Hair
• Has avocado oil to nourish

Ultra-violet to protect ultra-light, bright shades, this vitamin-infused formula is great for both natural and not-so-natural blondes. The bottle is on the small side, so it's best for mixing with your regular shampoo.

Customer Review:

"First time using this shampoo and absolutely love!! The first thing I noticed is the smell, so amazing!! This also gets very sudsy (which I have read doesn't always matter as far as it cleansing your hair ) but I like it! And first wash my hair smelt hood and was soft. We'll see once it air drys if the toning is just as good but couldn't wait to write a review." —Anonymous

Best Hydrating Purple Shampoo

Kérastase Bain Ultra-Violet Purple Shampoo

Best Hydrating Purple Shampoo

Kérastase Bain Ultra-Violet Purple Shampoo

Pros

• Hydrating ingredients

Its ultra-violet neutralizers will keep hair from looking brassy or too yellow, while the hyaluronic acid (yes, you can use it in hair too) strengthens locks. Perfect for any hair texture and type of blonde.

Customer Review:

"The best purple shampoo for my hair! Leaves my hair feeling healthy and cancels out the warmth with each use. I only use it once a week for maintenance!" —Barb

Best for Dull Hair

Oribe Bright Blonde Shampoo for Beautiful Color

Best for Dull Hair

Oribe Bright Blonde Shampoo for Beautiful Color

Pros

• Adds shine

Cons

• Pricey

The perfect cocktail for blonde locks: Violet pigments to neutralize brassiness, pearlized pigments to impart shine, and a complex of lemon, ginger root, and chamomile to brighten.

Customer Review:

"I’ve tried what feels like every purple shampoo on the market and I’ve stuck with this for the last few months. Although it’s pricey, it’s kept my blonde dye pristine in between appointments. The main
reason for taking away a star is that it doesn’t really lather too well. I personally use a clarifying shampoo first and then use this for color. It’s an expensive habit but I do love how my hair looks." —Ka88888

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Best for Brassiness

dpHue Cool Blonde Shampoo

Best for Brassiness

dpHue Cool Blonde Shampoo

Pros

• Can be left on for more intense toning treatment

Good for your blonde locks with its specially formulated, violet pigments to neutralize unwanted yellow and brassy tones, this is especially good for the environment as well. Its formula is sulfate-, paraben-, cruelty-, and gluten-free and it comes in recyclable packaging as an added bonus.

Customer Review:

"My hair has been brassy and this shampoo has been helping to neutralize it. I love how it does not strip my hair but leaves it feeling soft and nourished. Leaving it on for about 5 minutes seems to give me better results." —mobetta27

Best Clean Pick

Innersense Bright Balance Hairbath

Best Clean Pick

Innersense Bright Balance Hairbath

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Pros

• Nice floral scent

Cons

• Scent may be off-putting to some

When hair feels dry and brittle, reach for this purple shampoo that contains apple and rice extracts to draw in moisture, plus and vitamin E-rich monoi oil to protect hair from environmental factors that bring out unwanted yellow tones.

Customer Review:

"I use the Bright Balance Conditioner and Hairbath when my colored hair is looking a little less vibrant and is close to the time I'll visit my salon for color touch up. This product keeps my hair looking great until my next color. Innersense has the best products for my colored hair!" —Beatriz

Best for Shine

Philip B. Icelandic Blonde Shampoo

Best for Shine

Philip B. Icelandic Blonde Shampoo

Pros

• Works well on grey and blonde shades

Made with plum extracts, grapeseed oil, and time-released botanticals, this purple shampoo illuminates highlights while neutralizing brass yellow tones. Also expect great moisture and shine.

Customer Review:

"I am transitioning to natural grey, and my hair was looking a bit brassy as I grow out my colored ends. Now, even though I am in that awkward stage of growth, I still get compliments! And it leaves hair super soft."

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Best for Limp Hair

Davines Alchemic Shampoo Silver

Best for Limp Hair

Davines Alchemic Shampoo Silver

Pros

• Adds softness

Haliti opts for this purple shampoo at her salon because it has a strong purple base illuminate blonde hair, but it doesn't stain your hair–or the shower.

Customer Review:

'I'm in love...I use this weekly along with the companion conditioner and love it! I am blonde and find it refreshes my hair color, super softening and smells divine." —Patty

Best for Strength

Kevin Murphy Blonde Angel Wash

Best for Strength

Kevin Murphy Blonde Angel Wash

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Pros

• Sulfate-free

The sunflower seed extract in this formula prevents color from being stripped while delivering moisture to dried out strands. It's also made with olive, linseed, and jojoba oil to keep hair strong and prevent breakage.

Customer Review:

"This is my Holy Grail shampoo. I have long, dry, bleached hair, which I can not brush through if I don’t use a mask or treatment after the wash. With that said, this shampoo is genius—it makes my hair slightly less brassy, does not dry it out at all." —Julia K.

Best for Extra-Processed Hair

Eva NYC Tone It Down Blonde Shampoo

Best for Extra-Processed Hair

Eva NYC Tone It Down Blonde Shampoo

Pros

• Nourishing ingredients
• Great value

It's important to keep all hair hydrated—but particularly processed hair. Made with wild cherry bark extract and argan oil, this shampoo infuses hair with moisture, along with vitamins and nutrients to keep hair healthy and strong.

Customer Review:

"I’ve been using this shampoo for a little over year now. I’m really happy with it. It has a pleasant smell and tones without being too purple. I lather it up and let it sit for a while on my hair. Even my darker blonde pieces are less brassy, more cool." —Mehgan

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What does purple shampoo do to hair?

If light hair starts to oxidize, it can turn yellow or, as we in the biz say, brassy. “The purple removes that brassiness to keep the blonde and silver colors truer,” explains Brown.

How long does it take purple shampoo to work?

Instantly. One wash, and you'll notice a difference. On the same token, it's easy to overdo it; most colorists and hairstylists recommend swapping it in for your regular shampoo once a week, but you can gauge usage depending on your product, hair type, and desired brightness.

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