Watercolors INTENSE METALLIC Color-Depositing Shampoo 8 fl oz — STEEL cool metallic tone, sulfate & paraben free

Watercolors INTENSE METALLIC in STEEL is a semi-permanent color-depositing shampoo that gently cleanses while reinforcing and refreshing cool metallic tones in one easy wash.

This 8 fl oz bottle is formulated to layer vivid direct pigments into pre-lightened or naturally light hair while acting as a cleansing and conditioning step. The formula avoids sulfates, parabens, peroxide, salt, PPD and PTD, and is produced cruelty-free in the USA. It lives in a mildly acidic pH range engineered to help deposit intense color while leaving hair soft and manageable.

How does this shampoo renew metallic color between salon visits?

Watercolors INTENSE METALLIC deposits direct dye pigments as you cleanse, so each wash refreshes tone and masks fading without permanent commitment. The cationic conditioning agents help the pigments adhere to the hair surface for richer results and smoother feel.

• Deposits color during normal shampooing—no separate dyeing step required
• Conditioners in the formula help pigments cling for longer-lasting tone
• pH 5.3–5.8 helps color sit on the hair cuticle for vibrancy
• Ideal for touch-ups on pre-lightened or naturally level 7 hair

What results can I expect and how do I control intensity?

You can tailor the strength of the Steel metallic effect by changing how long you leave the shampoo on. Short rinses give a subtle cool tint; extended processing yields a more pronounced metallic sheen. Expect shinier, conditioned hair with each use rather than a permanent chemical change.

• Rinse immediately for a light refresh
• Leave 2–5 minutes for moderate color boost
• Leave 10–15 minutes for maximum intensity and metallic reflection
• Safe for frequent use to maintain tone between color appointments

Is this product gentle and safe for color-treated hair?

The formulation is free from sulfates, parabens, peroxide and salt, and is PPD/PTD free, reducing common irritants found in many styling products. Because it cleanses and conditions while depositing dye, it’s designed to preserve vibrancy without overly stripping hair or introducing harsh oxidizers.

• No sulfates or parabens to avoid unnecessary color fade
• Free of peroxide—no permanent lift or chemical alteration
• Cruelty-free and made in the USA
• Works best on lightened or naturally light hair for truest tone

How should I use it to get salon-quality touch-ups at home?

Use Watercolors INTENSE METALLIC in the shower like a shampoo: apply to wet hair, lather, and leave on according to the color intensity you want before rinsing. For even results, distribute through mid-lengths to ends where color tends to fade first.

• Wet hair thoroughly then apply a quarter-sized amount (adjust by length)
• Work evenly from roots to ends; comb through for uniform coverage
• Adjust leave time: immediate rinse to 15 minutes for stronger color
• Can be used daily or as needed to sustain tone between salon visits

Who is this for: Watercolors INTENSE METALLIC — STEEL is ideal for anyone with lightened or naturally light hair who wants an easy, nonpermanent way to add cool metallic tone and shine. It suits salon clients keeping their color between appointments, creatives experimenting with temporary fashion shades, and anyone who prefers low-commitment color refreshes that clean and condition in a single step.

Ingredients

Aqua, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Hydroxypropyl Guar, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Parfum/Fragrance, DMDM Hydantoin, Mica, Titanium Dioxide