The deal with silver shampoo

Silver shampoo explained

You may have heard about silver shampoo, but are wondering what on earth you may need to use it for. You might also have heard it being referred to as “purple shampoo.” This is because the colour of the shampoo is bright purple. The purpose of this shampoo is to keep blonde and highlighted hair healthy and purified. These types of shampoos contain anti-yellowing agents and amino acids, which reduce yellow tones and brassiness from appearing in our locks.

We asked hair expert and owner of Tanaz Hair, Nails & Body, Shelene Shaer, to give us her expertise about this kind of shampoo.

When does one need to use a silver shampoo?
One uses a silver shampoo to cancel out brassy tones. You can use it to give hair extra shine, neutralise yellows and keep highlights looking fresh.

What are the benefits?
It gives the colour a whiter, brighter look, which will shine better.

Is it only for people with blonde or highlighted hair?
No. This is great for people with grey hair too.

What is the difference between silver and purple shampoo?
Purple is the colour of the shampoo and it gives off a silver reflection.

What causes hair to go brassy?
The sun, heat styling tools and washing your hair with shampoo that strips colour.

How often can you use a silver shampoo?
As often as your hair needs it. Too much can make the hair turn ashy but if you are constantly battling brassiness use it a couple of times a week.

Some silver shampoos we love:

Trevor Sorbie Colour Silver Shampoo, R99.99
MATRIX total results So Silver Shampoo, R130.00
L’Oréal Professional Silver Shampoo, 250ml, R191.00
Redken Blonde Glam Shampoo, 300ml, R225

Other articles you may be interested in:
Step-by-step romantic hairstyles with ghd
Step-by-step are night hair with ghd
Can I prolong my Brazilian blowout?
Six hair resolutions for 2014
Back to school hairstyle ideas

Facebook
Twitter
LinkedIn
Pinterest
WhatsApp

12 Responses

  1. I believe it’s also referred to cancer patients following chemotherapy as it helps strengthen the hair follicles? is that correct?

    1. Hi Cheryl, we are not too sure about this and would need to do some research before confirming.

  2. Actually I have never heard about it before. And it seems to work, how amazingly shampoo products are evolving

  3. I have used silver shampoo in the past, and it’s amazing. It really cancels out yellow tones and gives grey hairs a bright silver look. My highlights have been saved many times from those horrid yellow tones even after the first use you can see a difference.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

RELATED POSTS
Clicks Beauty Fair: Step up your makeup game with Smudge and @SaylaDean

Clicks Beauty Fair: Step up your makeup game with Smudge and @SaylaDean

Sayla Dean shows us how to create the "Sugar Plum" look using Smudge beauty products.
Win a Smudge makeup hamper

Win a Smudge makeup hamper

Win all the Smudge makeup used to create Sayla Dean's look.
The new Reebok Sensation Body Mists are here to awaken your senses

The new Reebok Sensation Body Mists are here to awaken your senses

New Reebok Sensation Body Mists offer a moment of wellness with every spritz.

Subscribe to our newsletter

Latest on Instagram