If your blonde\u2019s looking a little brassy or your grey hair has picked up a yellow tinge after summer, here\u2019s what purple shampoo can \u2013 and can\u2019t \u2013 do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A summer of sunshine, chlorine, sea water and even hard water while you\u2019re away can all change the tone of lighter hair. Add in summer dryness and it\u2019s no surprise that blonde, silver and grey shades start to look yellow and dull.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cIt doesn\u2019t mean your colour has suddenly gone wrong,\u201d says\u00a0Mel. \u201cMost of the time, your hair just needs a little help getting back to its best.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Lighter hair shows the effects of summer far more than darker shades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The sun can warm up blonde tones, chlorine can leave hair looking dull or brassy, and minerals in hard water may leave a yellow tinge behind. And even if you\u2019ve avoided the pool, hot weather can leave hair drier than usual, making it look less shiny. It\u2019s usually a combination of all these things rather than one single cause.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It certainly can, but it\u2019s not a magic fix. It helps neutralise unwanted yellow tones, making blonde, silver and grey hair look fresher. What it won\u2019t do is lighten your hair or repair dryness, so it\u2019s best used as part of a wider haircare routine rather than the only solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cIf you\u2019re using a purple shampoo, it\u2019s worth making sure you\u2019re using the right one for your hair,\u201d says\u00a0Mel. If you\u2019re unsure, ask your stylist who will also advise how often to use it. Some clients only need it once a week, while others may need it even less often. It depends on your hair colour, its condition and how quickly unwanted warmth appears.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
One mistake we see quite often is people reaching for purple shampoo every time they wash their hair. Alternating it with a nourishing shampoo usually gives much better results, keeping unwanted yellow tones under control while helping your hair stay soft and healthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If your hair is feeling dry after weeks in the sun, your stylist may also suggest a moisturising conditioner or treatment such as\u00a0an intense conditioning mask. Healthy, hydrated hair reflects the light far better than dry hair, so it naturally looks brighter too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Small changes to your routine are often all that\u2019s needed to bring back that brighter, fresher look.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If your blonde still looks brassy or your grey has lost its brightness, a salon toner or glossing service can make a noticeable difference in just one appointment. Adding a conditioning treatment at the same appointment can also restore softness and shine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cEvery blonde is different, and so is every shade of grey,\u201d explains\u00a0Mel. \u201cThat\u2019s why we always recommend choosing products and treatments that suit your hair rather than following general advice online.\u201d If your hair isn\u2019t looking quite as bright as you\u2019d like after the summer, we\u2019d be happy to help. Whether it\u2019s recommending the right homecare products, refreshing your colour with a toner or simply giving your hair a moisture boost, we\u2019ll recommend the right treatments and products for your hair.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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