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Best for Brassiness/Color-Treated

Matrix Brass Off Shampoo

The top community recommendation for banishing brassiness in highlighted or color-treated hair, using both blue and violet pigments for a dual toning effect. More effective than standard purple shampoos.

$18-$25
Pros
  • Contains both blue and violet pigments for superior brassiness removal
  • Specifically praised for effectiveness on lightened or highlighted hair
  • Community-recommended over competing purple/blue shampoos
  • Available at mid-range price point at most beauty retailers
Cons
  • Can over-tone hair if left on too long or used too frequently
  • Not a moisturizing everyday shampoo — best used 1-2x per week
  • May turn very light blonde hair slightly ashy if overused
Why we recommend it

Purple shampoos are hit or miss, but Matrix Brass Off with its blue and violet pigment combo is the one Reddit actually recommends — it works where others disappoint.

Reddit user

Matrix Brass off shampoo has been really good at removing brassiness I get with my hair. It has blue and violet pigments and works really well.