Q&A for How to Use Purple Shampoo

Purple shampoo does act as a toner. The purple cancels out yellowness in gray and blonde hair.

Yes purple shampoo can be used on natural blonde hair. It will help enhance your natural color.

Purple shampoo is good for blonde and gray hair. Its purpose is to remove yellow and brassy tones from the hair.

Typically purple shampoo can be left on the hair for up to 15 minutes before it needs to be rinsed out. The specific time will vary from brand to brand.

Yes. After you wash your hair with purple shampoo, you will probably get a silver or white blonde color. This will allow you to dye your hair any color you want without having to worry about brassiness or otherwise ending up with a color you didn't want.

This is up to you. You can use it as seldom as once per month to as often as twice per week. Keep in mind that if you use it too often, your hair may take on a purplish tint.

No, you can wash your hair with just purple shampoo without the need to wash again with a different shampoo.

Yes! When you apply dry shampoo to dry hair, it will give you a nice, glossy finish. You still need to leave it in for 10 to 15 minutes, then rinse it out.

To remove unwanted purple tones from your gray hair, wash with a regular or clarifying shampoo to fade the color. You can also mix baking soda with shampoo to gently scrub out the purple tones. An apple cider vinegar rinse diluted with water can help neutralize the color. Regular shampooing will gradually wash out the purple tones over time.

It will wash out with a few washes. It didn't dye your hair, just stained it, which can happen if you leave it on too long.

It definitely depends on how long you leave it in your hair. A couple of minutes is usually sufficient. Do not overdo it by leaving it in for 30-45 minutes, as that might give your hair a purple tint.

If you stop dyeing your medium brown hair to grow out your natural gray, expect a visible line between the dyed and gray hair, various gray shades, texture changes, and a potentially awkward phase. To ease the transition, consider reducing dye use, adopting a gentle hair care routine, embracing the process, trying a blending technique with a stylist, or getting a short haircut.

Purple shampoo doesn’t develop color like toner does, so leaving it on longer won't result in a more prominent ash tone.

Purple shampoo can help reduce the brassiness, but it may not completely restore your original color. Additionally, using a color-safe shampoo and conditioner can help maintain the dye.

Wait about half a week before using it, and be careful not to use too much, or your hair may turn purple!

I wouldn’t recommend that because it adds more time to your routine, and it's important to ensure the treated strands are covered. It's better to use purple shampoo all over, as you'll appreciate the results in the long run.

No, you cannot. Purple shampoo is specifically for maintaining blonde or silver shades, preventing brassiness, and not for lightening natural hair.

Purple shampoo will not turn your already toned hair purple. If you leave it in your hair for about 4 minutes before rinsing, it will help maintain a silver blonde tone and prolong the color.

If you're a natural blonde, use toning products only when you notice yellowing or discoloration. For hair that is naturally warmer in color, avoid over-toning to prevent dullness. If your hair is more dirty blonde or light brown, consider using a blue shampoo to counter orange brassiness.

You can definitely use both; the purple shampoo will still be effective with regular shampoo.

If your hair is straight, you should shampoo once. If it's curly, use shampoo, then conditioner, and shampoo again.

Purple shampoo can help blend roots if they are the same color as your natural hair. It tones the hair, so if your roots are a different shade, purple shampoo won't be effective unless the roots have been lifted to match your natural color.

Yes, you can. Purple conditioner and shampoo work similarly, especially for toning hair.

Purple shampoo works well on naturally dirty blonde hair. However, you should use it only every other week.

Purple shampoo does not damage your hair. It deposits color to neutralize yellow tones, giving your blonde hair a cooler tone.

Use the purple conditioner as well, as it is specifically designed for your hair color. Otherwise, your hair may develop brassy undertones.

No, it might make your hair look magenta instead of achieving the platinum-purple color you want.

To enhance your hair color with purple shampoo, apply it to dry hair for 5–10 minutes. Mix it with regular shampoo for a subtle effect, and consider using a purple conditioner or mask to add shine and vibrancy. You can also try a clear gloss to boost color without changing the tone. Limit your use to 1–2 times a week to avoid dullness.

Yes, you can use purple shampoo any time after bleaching your hair; it will have the same effect.

If the tint doesn't fade with water, try using regular shampoo to help remove it.