Color Safe Solutions to Combat Brassiness and Boost Shine
Brassiness can dull your hair color and diminish its natural radiance. Whether you have brunette or blonde tones, using color-safe products designed to neutralize unwanted warm hues and enhance shine is essential. Below are carefully selected products that target brassiness while nourishing and protecting your hair color.
Targeted Shampoo and Conditioner for Brunettes
Cool Brunette Shampoo
This gentle shampoo uses specially formulated blue pigments to counteract brassiness and reduce orange and red tones in brunette hair. Infused with Silk Proteins and Hibiscus Flower Extract, it strengthens strands, enhances brightness, and restores a brilliant brunette hue. Its sulfate-free, paraben-free formula is safe for color-treated hair and suitable for all hair types. For a deeper toning effect, leave the shampoo on for up to five minutes before rinsing.
Cool Brunette Conditioner
Complementing the shampoo, this conditioner also contains blue pigments to neutralize brassy tones while hydrating and detangling hair. Silk Proteins add softness and shine, helping to restore your glossiest brunette color. Use it weekly or as needed to maintain a vibrant, healthy look without weighing hair down.
Both products are Leaping Bunny Certified and free from harsh sulfates, making them gentle yet effective for color preservation.
Fast-Acting Toning Treatments
Gloss+ Toning Purple and Green
For a quick and effective solution to brassiness, Gloss+ Toning conditioners offer deep conditioning and toning in just 3 to 5 minutes. The Purple formula targets brassy yellow tones in blondes, highlighted, or silver hair, while the Green formula is designed for dark brunettes to neutralize brassy red tones. These treatments enhance shine and leave hair feeling soft without harsh chemicals.
Ideal for natural or color-treated hair, these color-safe conditioners can be used as often as brassiness appears, with clear usage instructions to avoid over-processing.
Brightening Care for Blondes
Cool Blonde Shampoo
Formulated with violet pigments, this shampoo gently cleanses while neutralizing yellow tones and brassiness in blonde hair. Silk Proteins and Hibiscus Flower Extract work together to strengthen hair, increase brightness, and restore icy, luminous tones. Suitable for blondes, gray hair, and brunette hair with blonde highlights or balayage, it is free from sulfates and parabens.
Cool Blonde Conditioner
This conditioner pairs with the shampoo to hydrate and detangle while continuing to neutralize brassiness with violet pigments. Silk Proteins add softness and shine, helping maintain bright, healthy blonde hair. Use weekly or as needed for best results.
Enhancing Shine and Color with Gloss Treatments
Gloss+
Gloss+ is a versatile, easy-to-apply treatment available in 13 pigmented shades plus a sheer option. It temporarily deposits color pigments to boost vibrancy, illuminate shine, and deeply moisturize hair. Without peroxide or ammonia, it enhances softness and multi-dimensional color that lasts up to 8 washes. Perfect for adding shine and refreshing faded color between salon visits.
Awarded for its customizable treatment benefits, Gloss+ suits all hair types and addresses color fading and lack of shine.
Protect and Shine with Styling Products
Color Fresh Oil Therapy
This lightweight, fast-absorbing hair oil is designed to smooth hair, tame frizz, and add shine without tinting color. It can be applied to damp hair to speed drying and protect against heat damage or used on dry hair to control flyaways and prevent UV-related color fading. Formulated with nourishing ingredients like Shea Butter and Argan Oil, it supports color preservation while enhancing softness.
A practical styling essential for maintaining vibrant, shiny hair with heat styling or on-the-go touch-ups.
Summary
For those seeking to combat brassiness and boost hair shine while preserving color, these products offer targeted solutions:
- Brunettes: Cool Brunette Shampoo and Conditioner with blue pigments for neutralizing warm tones.
- Blondes: Cool Blonde Shampoo and Conditioner with violet pigments to brighten and tone.
- Quick Toning: Gloss+ Toning Purple and Green for fast brassiness correction.
- Color Boost: Gloss+ treatments for added shine and temporary color refresh.
- Styling Care: Color Fresh Oil Therapy to protect and enhance shine during styling.
Using these color-safe, sulfate-free, and Leaping Bunny Certified products regularly can help maintain your hair’s vibrancy and shine while effectively managing brassiness.
Restore your brunette's natural shine and tone with blue pigment formulas.
Neutralize brassiness in blondes with violet pigment-enriched care.
Add instant shine and color boost with easy Gloss+ treatments.
What causes brassiness in hair and how can I prevent it?
Brassiness occurs when unwanted warm tones, such as yellow, orange, or red, appear in color-treated hair, often due to fading or exposure to environmental factors. To prevent brassiness, use color-safe shampoos and conditioners with blue or violet pigments that neutralize these tones and help maintain your hair’s natural radiance.Which products are best for neutralizing brassiness in brunette hair?
For brunettes, the Cool Brunette Shampoo and Conditioner are ideal. They contain blue pigments that counteract orange and red tones, restoring a brilliant brunette hue. Both products are sulfate-free, paraben-free, and Leaping Bunny Certified, making them safe for color-treated hair.How do I reduce yellow tones and brassiness in blonde hair?
To reduce yellow tones and brassiness in blonde hair, use the Cool Blonde Shampoo and Conditioner. These products are formulated with violet pigments that neutralize brassiness, while Silk Proteins and Hibiscus Flower Extract strengthen and brighten your hair.What is Gloss+ and how does it enhance hair color and shine?
Gloss+ is a versatile, easy-to-apply treatment available in 13 pigmented shades and a sheer option. It temporarily deposits color pigments to boost vibrancy, add shine, and deeply moisturize hair without peroxide or ammonia. Gloss+ is perfect for refreshing faded color and enhancing shine between salon visits.Are these anti-brassiness products safe for color-treated hair?
Yes, all featured products—including shampoos, conditioners, and treatments—are color-safe, sulfate-free, and Leaping Bunny Certified. They are specifically designed to preserve and protect color-treated hair while combating brassiness and boosting shine.How often should I use toning shampoos and conditioners to combat brassiness?
Use toning shampoos and conditioners, such as Cool Brunette or Cool Blonde formulas, weekly or as needed based on the level of brassiness in your hair. For a deeper toning effect, leave the shampoo on for up to five minutes before rinsing.What are fast-acting solutions for brassiness in hair?
Gloss+ Toning Purple and Green conditioners provide quick and effective brassiness correction in just 3 to 5 minutes. The Purple formula targets yellow tones in blondes, while the Green formula neutralizes red tones in dark brunettes. These treatments also enhance shine and softness.Can I use these products on natural, non-color-treated hair?
Yes, these color-safe products are suitable for both natural and color-treated hair. They help neutralize unwanted warm tones, enhance shine, and maintain healthy-looking hair regardless of your hair’s color history.How can I protect my hair color and add shine during styling?
Color Fresh Oil Therapy is a lightweight, fast-absorbing hair oil that smooths hair, tames frizz, and adds shine without affecting your color. It can be used on damp hair to speed drying and protect against heat damage, or on dry hair to control flyaways and prevent UV-related color fading.Are these hair care products cruelty-free?
Yes, all recommended products are Leaping Bunny Certified, ensuring they are cruelty-free and not tested on animals.