You've just come from the salon with a new colour. The next thing you need to do is find a shampoo for coloured hair that will help you keep its saturated hue as vibrant as the first day.
What to look for in a shampoo for coloured hair
Coloured hair needs a different type of shampoo.
You need a special formula that minimises colour wash-off and boosts hair repair simultaneously whether it's blonde, brunette, or a daring pastel/neon hue. Every time you wash your hair, the water strips off the pigment from the hair dye little by little. You'll see the colour fading as time goes on. For example, bleached hair will get a brassy hue and blue hair will turn eventually turn green-ish.
Dyeing your hair can also break down hair proteins, especially if you use bleach, which can cause hair damage. So look for nourishing ingredients that can help your mane recover and give it that healthy glow.
Need to pick one up ASAP? Here are some of the best shampoos for coloured hair that you can find in Singapore.
1. KÉRASTASE Chronologiste Youth Revitalizing Shampoo
KÉRASTASE Chronologiste Youth Revitalizing Shampoo. (kerastase.com)
If you want to focus on repairing damaged, colour-treated hair, this shampoo from KÉRASTASE is another option you can consider. It promises to gently remove impurities from your scalp and add back shine to a lacklustre mane.
Why it's great: It's formulated with hyaluronic acid to plump up and hydrate hair.
It's available at Sephora for SGD51 per 250ML.
2. L'Oréal Paris Hair Expert Hair Expertise EverPure Moisture Shampoo
L'Oréal Paris Hair Expert Hair Expertise EverPure Moisture Shampoo. (watsons.com.sg)
Looking for a drugstore shampoo for coloured hair? L'Oréal promises that this formula will keep your hair colour pure and vibrant for 16 to 32 washes. Its moisturising and vegan formula replenishes moisture in dry hair and is also paraben-, talc-, dye-, aluminium-, and formaldehyde-free.
Why it's great: It has UV filters that screen out colour-fading UV rays, an Anti-Fade Complex that boosts hair colour vibrancy, and rosemary for fragrance.
It's available at Watsons for SGD19.50 per 250ML.
3. Virtue Labs ColorKick® De-Brassing Shampoo
Virtue Labs ColorKick® De-Brassing Shampoo. (sephora.sg)
If you have bleached or blonde hair, you need a de-brassing shampoo to prevent your hair from turning into an orange mop. This one from Virtue Labs contains a 100% natural colourant blend made from violet and lavender extracts that brightens, tones, and neutralises brassiness so your hair colour maintains its original hue.
Why it's great: It's powered by the brand's signature Alpha Keratin 60ku® protein that strengthens and repairs your hair.
It's available at Sephora for SGD73 per 240ML.
4. SACHAJUAN Silver Shampoo
SACHAJUAN Silver Shampoo. (sephora.sg)
If you have blonde, bleached, or silver hair colour, Swedish haircare brand SACHAJUAN has a shampoo that you can use. It promises to neutralise yellow or golden tones and helps keep it cool-toned for longer. The shampoo also provides UV protection to prevent premature colour fading.
Why it's great: The shampoo also has Ocean Silk Technology that maintains your hair's hydration levels and shine.
It's available at Sephora for SGD41 per 250ML.
5. Shiseido Luminogenic Shampoo
Shiseido Luminogenic Shampoo. (shiseido-professional.com)
This Shiseido shampoo contains two important ingredients that prevent hair colour loss. The first is Shiseido's original Color Hold Agent which controls the amount of water that your hair absorbs so it doesn't "dilute" the hair dye. The M Hold Agent also works in a similar fashion, but prevents the loss of melanin pigments and keeps your hair colour as saturated as the first day.
Why it's great: It has a unique scent called Santa Rose made from rare Turkish Rose and Rose de Mai.
It's exclusively available at Shiseido's partner salons. Find a list here. Prices available upon request.
6. Goldwell DualSenses Color Extra Rich Shampoo
Goldwell DualSenses Color Extra Rich Shampoo. (zalora.sg)
If you want to minimise colour fading, this Goldwell shampoo is formulated to bring out your hair colour's luminosity and make it look vibrant in any lighting. It claims to work on both colour-treated and non-colour treated manes too!
Why it's great: It's infused with FadeStopFormula, a unique ingredient that prevents hair colour from fading with every wash.
It's priced at SGD59.90 per 1000ML on Zalora.
7. COLOR WOW Color Security Shampoo
COLOR WOW Color Security Shampoo. (amazon.sg)
Want a salon-approved option? This shampoo for coloured hair is sulfate-free and protects against loss of colour molecules and colour fade. It's a gentle nourishing formula that also promises to help boost healthy hair growth.
Why it's great: It promises to not leave any product residue that can dull your hair or clog the hair follicles.
It's priced at SGD40 per 248ML on Amazon.
8. &honey Creamy EX Damage Repair Shampoo
&honey Creamy EX Damage Repair Shampoo. (watsons.com.sg)
Japanese haircare deserves a lot more hype! If you’re looking to rescue your hair that’s been heavily damaged from colouring, consider this shampoo from the TikTok-viral brand &honey.
Why it’s great: This contains a unique blend of three types of honey to tame your tresses while keeping them soft and hydrated.
It’s priced at SGD29.80 per 450ML on Watsons.
This article was first published on 21 February 2023. Last updated: 30 June 2024.
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