Klorane Purple Shampoo with Centaury for Blonde, Silver & Gray Hair - 13.5 fl oz, Neutralizes Brass and Yellow

Klorane Shampoo with Centaury is a purple-toned cleanser that reduces yellow, brassy, and copper hues to restore brightness in blonde, platinum, silver, gray, and white hair.

Formulated around plant-derived centaury extract, this sulfate-, silicone- and paraben-free shampoo gently cleanses while depositing violet pigments to counteract warm undertones. It’s designed to maintain color intensity and enhance natural or dyed cool tones without over-drying, leaving hair soft, bouncy, and luminous. The formula aims to be both effective and considerate of hair fiber health, suitable for routine use when toning is needed.

How does this purple shampoo neutralize unwanted yellow and copper tones?

Violet pigments in the shampoo sit opposite yellow and orange on the color wheel, so they visually cancel warm casts on pale or gray hair. Centaury extract complements the toner action by promoting brightness and helping the formula spread evenly for consistent results.

• Violet colorants counteract yellow and brassy pigments.
• Centaury helps enhance natural cool tones and shine.
• Balanced surfactants clean without stripping color.
• Regular use maintains a neutral, luminous finish.

How should I use it to avoid over-toning or drying my hair?

Apply to wet hair, lather, and rinse; leave-in time controls intensity—shorter for light maintenance, longer for stronger neutralizing. Follow with a conditioner or treatment if your hair feels dry; the gentle formula is made to be less harsh than many purple shampoos but monitoring leave time gives best control.

• Use 1–2 times weekly for upkeep; more often for stronger toning needs.
• Short rinse (30–60 seconds) for subtle toning; 2–5 minutes for deeper neutralization.
• Rinse thoroughly and condition mid-lengths to ends to restore softness.
• Patch-test on a hidden strand if you haven’t used purple shampoo before.

Will Klorane Centaury Shampoo work on dyed and natural gray hair?

Yes—whether hair is naturally silver or color-treated, the violet pigments reduce warm reflections that make cool tones look dull or brassy. The product is formulated to be compatible with colored hair and to preserve color intensity while enhancing silver highlights and brightness.

• Safe for color-treated blondes, platinums, and silver shades.
• Refreshes silver and gray tones without stripping dye molecules.
• Maintains shine and improves perceived color depth.
• Helps protect color vibrancy between salon appointments.

What sensory and formulation benefits does this shampoo offer?

The shampoo balances pigment deposition with gentle cleansing agents to avoid roughening the hair surface. Free from sulfates, silicones, and parabens, it aims to leave hair feeling nourished and springy, while centaury extract contributes to a lively, glossy finish.

• Silicone-free for a lightweight, natural feel.
• Sulfate-free surfactants help reduce aggressive stripping.
• Paraben-free preservation for broad cosmetic safety preferences.
• Leaves hair soft, bouncy, and visually brighter.

Who is this product for? If you have blonde, platinum, silver, gray, or white hair and want to minimize yellow, brassy, or copper tones while preserving softness and shine, Klorane Shampoo with Centaury is formulated for that need. It suits people who prefer plant-based extracts and milder cleansing systems, those who touch up tone between salon visits, and anyone looking to keep cool tones crisp without heavy silicones. For best results, adjust application time and frequency to your hair’s porosity and desired level of toning.

Ingredients

Water (Aqua)*. Decyl Glucoside*. Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate. Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate. Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate. Acrylates Copolymer. Centaurea Cyanus Flower Water*. Butylene Glycol*. Caprylyl Glycol. Ceteareth-60 Myristyl Glycol. Citric Acid*. Coco-Glucoside*. Coconut Acid*. Ext. Violet 2 (CI 60730). Fragrance (Parfum). Glyceryl Oleate*. Glycol Stearate*. Hydrogenated Vegetable Glycerides Citrate*. Laureth-3. Maleic Acid. Polyquaternium-22. Sodium Benzoate. Sodium Chloride. Sodium Hydroxide*. Tocopherol*. Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate. *Natural origin ingredients