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• Method 1 of 3: Pick a purple shampoo
• Method 2 of 3: Apply purple shampoo
• Method 3 of 3: Maintain your hair color with purple shampoo
• Tips
• Warnings

Water and chemicals such as bleach and chlorine can damage light hair, causing its color to turn yellowish and orange-ish. Whether you are a naturally blonde, have dyed your hair lighter, or have recently turned gray, purple shampoo can return a more natural and shiny color to your hair. You can use purple shampoo as much or as little as you like; once a month up to twice a week - although excessive use can make your hair turn purple. As long as you use your purple shampoo gently, you can maintain the natural color of your hair and reverse damage.

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Method 1 of 3: Pick a purple shampoo

1. Find a purple shampoo that is thick and not clear. A good quality purple shampoo will not be transparent in color. If possible, squeeze a little bit of purple shampoo onto your finger before purchasing to make sure it has a deep, solid color.
   • Good options include Fanola No Yellow Shampoo and Schwarzkopf Goodbye Yellow.
   • You can find purple shampoo online, at drug stores, and at hair salons that also sell products.However, you may want to call the hairdresser first to make sure they have the product in stock.
2. Buy a dark purple shampoo for gray, silver, or platinum blonde hair. Formulas that are darker purple, almost indigo blue, work best on platinum blonde, gray and light blonde hair. Avoid bright purple shampoos and look for a dark purple shampoo specifically designed for light hair.
3. Choose a brighter purple shampoo if you have blonde hair. Blonde hair needs less purple to bring out the copperiness. Avoid dark purple shampoos and go for a brighter color to not over saturate your hair.
   • The lighter the color, the less yellowness it will absorb from your hair. Keep this in mind when choosing a purple shampoo.
4. Avoid purple shampoo if you have dark hair. Purple shampoo is perfect for changing blonde or silver hair from yellow or orange to a lighter and more neutral shade. It doesn't work that well on brown or black hair. If you have darker hair, try a different shampoo treatment.

Method 2 of 3: Apply purple shampoo

1. Wet your hair with lukewarm water. Wet your hair completely before applying the shampoo. Warm water is both soothing and good for your hair's health. The temperature will help open your hair follicles so that your hair can better absorb the purple shampoo.
2. Rub the shampoo into your hair. Apply the purple shampoo to your hair from roots to ends. Gently massage the shampoo as you work through your hair until the shampoo foams well. Pay special attention to the problematic spots - yellowish or orangey spots that you want to get rid of - in the hair as you work.
   • If you are using purple shampoo on highlights, apply the shampoo to the blonde hair only. Purple shampoo has no effect on dark hair.
   • Pay special attention to your roots while shampooing and to avoid future hair damage.
3. Let the shampoo sit for about 2 to 3 minutes if you have naturally blonde hair. If your hair has a natural, warm blonde color with mild yellowishness, 2 to 3 minutes should be enough. After a few minutes have passed, rinse your hair with cool water.
   • The roots of your hair will take longer to absorb the shampoo than the ends; that's why you apply the shampoo to your roots first. The dots are more porous and change color more quickly.
   • The recommended time may vary slightly from brand to brand. The shampoo can be left in the hair for up to 5 minutes.
4. Let the shampoo sit for up to 15 minutes on orange-ish or colored hair. If your hair is very discolored or you have recently dyed your hair, leave the shampoo in the hair for 5 to 15 minutes. Your hair may take longer to absorb the color completely. Then wash the shampoo out of your hair with cool water.
   • If you've never used purple shampoo, try leaving it in your hair for 5 to 10 minutes and then washing it out. If you see little or no difference after drying your hair, try 10 to 15 minutes with the next treatment.
   • If you leave the shampoo in your hair for more than 15 minutes, you can expect a light lilac shade after washing it out. This could suit gray or silver hair, but it can ruin a natural blonde look.
5. Let the shampoo sit in hair for 30 minutes if you have gray, silver, or platinum hair. While people with darker hair will be concerned about getting color from their hair, people with silver or platinum hair will benefit from using purple shampoo for longer. Let the shampoo sit in your hair for up to half an hour before rinsing it, depending on how discolored or orangey your hair is.
   • Unlike using purple shampoo on darker blond hair, the purpose of use on silver or platinum hair is to remove all warm tones from the hair.
   • If you want to leave the shampoo in your hair for that long (up to 30 minutes) you may want to put a plastic shower cap on your head while you wait.
6. As usual, use conditioner on your hair after rinsing out the shampoo. Finish washing your hair by using conditioner to moisten your hair. If you wish, you can also use a purple conditioner in addition to the purple shampoo to enhance the intensity of the color.
   • Using purple conditioner in conjunction with purple shampoo can cause a dull color. Only use this if you want to achieve a very light hair color.

Method 3 of 3: Maintain your hair color with purple shampoo

1. Use purple shampoo once a week or whenever you notice orange tones in your hair. Alternate your purple shampoo with non-colored shampoos to keep your hair color light and even. If you have naturally warm blonde hair, you can also just use the shampoo when you see yellow tones. Pay close attention to your hair and use common sense when building a routine.
   • If you don't notice a difference after a month, you can increase your routine to 2 to 3 purple shampoos a week.
2. Dilute your purple shampoo if it is too strong for your hair. While purple shampoo will not dye your hair, you may notice some light purple hues after shampooing if it is too strong. To avoid this, mix water through your shampoo at a 2: 1 ratio and put the shampoo in a spray bottle.
   • If the mixture needs to be diluted further, add more water.
   • This option is perfect for those with already warm hair who just want to maintain their color.
3. Apply the purple shampoo to dry hair for a shiny finish. Instead of using the shampoo in the shower or bath, you can massage it into your hair before getting it wet. Let the shampoo sit for 10 to 15 minutes and then rinse it out with cool water. By applying the shampoo dry, you can make your hair shiny and remove orange-ish tones.
   • Try this method if you have heavy orange tones in your hair and have had little results by washing your hair with purple shampoo.
4. Use a deep conditioner a few times a month. Purple shampoo can dry out hair over time. To prevent dry, unhealthy hair, you can apply a hair mask / deep conditioner several times a month after using purple shampoo, or whenever your hair starts to feel dry.
   • If you have frizzy hair, often split ends, a dull color, or often broken hair, you may be experiencing dry hair.

Tips

• Be patient when using purple shampoo. Although you may see some results in the beginning, it may take longer (multiple treatments) before you see a clear difference in your hair color.

Warnings

• Purple shampoo is not a hair dye, so it will not bleach your hair. It can only reverse damage and return your hair to its original color.