MATRIX Color-Depositing Blue Shampoo — Brass Off for Lightened Brunettes & Dark Blondes, Neutralizes Brass

MATRIX Brass Off Blue Shampoo is a color-depositing toning shampoo that adds blue-violet pigments to neutralize orange/brassy tones and refresh cool, lightened brunette or dark blonde hair.

If you have lightened brunette or dark blonde hair that develops warm, orange undertones after coloring or highlighting, this professional salon-formulated shampoo helps rebalance color while cleansing and nourishing strands. It deposits color-correcting pigments to reduce brassiness and supports regular color care without overly stripping treated hair. Use as part of the Brass Off regimen—shampoo, conditioner, and neutralization mask—to maintain cooler tones between salon visits.

How does this shampoo reduce brassy, orange tones?

The shampoo works by laying blue-violet pigments into the hair cuticle to counteract warm orange and red undertones, producing a cooler, more balanced hue. It cleanses while depositing color so you get toning action and routine shampooing in one step.

• Blue-violet pigments neutralize unwanted warm tones.
• Deposits color during lathering—no separate toner required every wash.
• Formulated for multiple levels of lightened brunette and dark blonde hair.

Can I use this on color-treated and natural hair?

Yes—this shampoo is suitable for both color-treated and natural hair that shows brassiness after lightening or highlighting. It refreshes cool tones without aggressively stripping existing color when used as directed.

• Safe for regular use on color-treated hair when following suggested frequency.
• Gentler than many clarifying toners—cleanses while depositing pigment.
• Also helps natural hair regain cooler undertones after sun or mineral exposure.

How should I use it for best results and how often?

For everyday maintenance, apply to wet hair, lather, and rinse; follow with Brass Off conditioner. For a stronger toning effect, wear gloves and leave the shampoo on for 2–3 minutes before rinsing; use every other day to avoid over-depositing pigment.

• Apply to wet hair, lather, rinse, then condition.
• For enhanced toning, leave on 2–3 minutes while wearing gloves.
• Use every other day or as needed to control brass without buildup.

Will it dry out my hair or strip my color?

MATRIX designed this formula to cleanse and tone without aggressively stripping hair color; it includes conditioning elements to help maintain moisture. Using the matching Brass Off conditioner in between salon visits helps keep hair soft and reduces the risk of dryness from pigment-depositing routines.

• Deposits pigment while cleansing—minimizes color loss compared to harsh clarifiers.
• Pair with Brass Off conditioner to restore moisture and manageability.
• Follow recommended frequency to prevent pigment buildup or dryness.

Who is this for: MATRIX Brass Off Blue Shampoo is ideal for lightened brunettes and dark blondes—whether salon-colored or naturally highlighted—looking to remove orange and brassy tones and maintain a cooler, refreshed shade between salon appointments. It’s also a practical choice for anyone who wants a combined cleansing and toning step in their color-care routine, especially those who prefer professional-strength products formulated for multi-level lightened hair.

Ingredients

Aqua/Water/Eau, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Coco-Betaine, Glycol Distearate, Sodium Chloride, Cocamide Mipa, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Parfum /Fragrance, Amodimethicone, Sodium Benzoate, Hexylene Glycol, Polyquaternium-7, Polyquaternium-10, Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Ci 60730/Ext. Violet 2, Alicylic Acid, Carbomer, Bht, Trideceth-6, Limonene, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool, Benzyl Salicylate, Benzyl Alcohol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Glycine Soja Oil/Soybean Oil, Tocopherol, Sodium Acetate, Isopropyl Alcohol, Sodium Hydroxide, Citric Acid.