Balayage is a new hair coloring technique that uses multiple colors to create a blended effect. It's an alternative to the classic color-by-number method, in which each strand of hair is colored separately. Here are some of the best shampoos for balayage hair.
ITEM: 2504124
Size: 250 mL/ 8.5 oz
$41.00
Amazing I have ash brown hair with some blonde balayage and was having such a hard time keeping the blond looking toned, this has solved all my problems! ...I have dark medium brown hair with blonde balayage, was happy that Olaplex have purple shampoo.
What it is: A purple shampoo that leaves blond, lightened, and gray hair soft, hydrated, and 3X brighter.
Hair Texture: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Brassiness
- Color Safe
- Dryness
Key Benefits:
- Boosts hair’s brightness by 3X
- Neutralizes yellow tones
- Hydrates hair
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Microfine Pigments: Evenly tone and brighten by reaching porous areas of hair.
- Shea Butter: Nurtures, replenishes moisture, and detangles for soft, shiny hair.
- Olaplex Bond-Building Technology™: Promotes strong, healthy-looking blond and gray hair.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formal
$75.00
I used this first and my nutritive shampoo second. with ANY shampoo ALWAYS emulsify the product with your hands before applying it from scalp to above the ears. it lathers great, smells great, and my hair was even softer with the combo of both shampoos because of the HA in this one and the Niacidimide in the nutritive. ...I have long brown balayage hair, which gets highlights twice a year, and this shampoo is not worth the price point in my opinion, for the amount of product that I have to use to properly wash my hair.
What it is: A youth-revitalizing shampoo that gently removes impurities from the scalp and hair for a nourished, moisturized, and voluminous look.
Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Anti-Aging
- Flaky, Dry Scalp
Key Benefits:
- Gently removes impurities from the scalp and hair
- Strengthens hair
- Restores shine
Formulation: Liquid
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Hyaluronic Acid: Hydrates and plumps the hair fiber for a fuller look.
- Vitamin E: Prevents damage from UV rays, pollution, and free radicals.
- Abyssine: Invigorates and revitalizes the hair for a flawless finish.
$73.00
Leaves hair smooth and hydrated...I look for shampoos that will leave my hair moisturized as not to leave my wavy hair frizzy. ...I truly love this brand and its shampoo. This one is the best out of all the shampoos to me because it’s sulfate free which my hair loves.
What it is: A hydrating, daily care shampoo infused with antioxidant-rich argan oil and replenishing nutrients to quench and nurture dry hair.
Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Texture: Coily, Curly, Straight, and Wavy
Hair Concerns:
- Dryness
- Shine
- Color Safe
$38.00
I recently dyed my hair black and the shampoos I used strips the color at times. ...I only used the travel size so I haven’t been able to use it for a long time. I have brown hair with balayage and my hair is dry but this shampoo was very hydrating.
What it is: A pH-balanced, sulfate-free shampoo that helps protect against color fade while imparting radiant shine.
Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Shine
- Color Safe
- Color Fading
Key Benefits:
- Extends the life of hair color
- Enhances vibrancy and shine
- Promotes healthier-looking hair
Highlighted Ingredients:
- ArganID™: Infuses argan oil into hair's cortex, helping to seal and repair the hair.
- Sun Protection Quat: Color defense shield that helps protect hair from color loss and damage.
- Pomegranate Extract: Helps to protect keratin from environmental aggressors.
Ingredient Callo
$27.00
I have medium brown hair with blonde balayage type highlights. This shampoo did seem to take out brass tones. ...Worked well for my balayage hair!...This shampoo is very pigmented and worked well for my thin, dry, balayage hair.
What it is: A shampoo that enhances cool tones and neutralizes brassy hues in blonde, highlighted, gray, and silver hair.
Hair Texture: Straight, Wavy, and Curly
Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Brassiness
Key Benefits:
- Cleanses and brightens blonde hair
- Enhances cool tones
- Neutralizes brassy hues
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Pro-Grade Violet Pigment: Cancels out yellow and brassy tones.
- Acai Extract: Is high in hair-nourishing antioxidants.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens and sulfates SLS & SLES. It is also vegan and cruelty-free.
What Else You Need to Know: Apply this toning shampoo evenly throughout hair, from roots to
$40.50
You need to get this shampoo!...After using this shampoo for awhile, it has really improved my hair. ...This is such a great shampoo for damaged hair. I have chemically treated hair and struggle finding shampoos that wont strip my hair.
What it is: A natural, sulfate-free strengthening shampoo clinically shown to reverse hair damage and mend split ends for soft, shiny, healthier strands.
Hair Texture: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Damage, Split Ends, and Breakage
- Dryness
- Frizz
Key Benefits:
- Plant-based bond technology targets damage to rebuild broken bonds and repair hair from the inside out
- Weightlessly hydrating formula smooths, adds shine, and strengthens to prevent future damage
- Sulfate-free, natural shampoo to gently cleanse hair without stripping
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Natural Bond Builder+ Technology: Repairs the key structural protein
$39.50
Great product! Left my hair clean, soft, and silky! I have balayage and was scared if it would impact the color but it didn’t, i also used it with the conditioner for that soft touch!...Ok this shampoo hands down is the 1st of many expensive shampoos that I have tried that has left my hair shiny and NO frizz!
What it is:
A rich yet lightweight formula that cleanses hair and helps provide a smooth, shiny, and frizz-free finish.
Hair Texture: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Shine
- Straightening/Smoothing
- Color Safe
ITEM: 2531952
Size: 8.5 oz/ 250 mL
$57.00
I have a lot of damage from surfing and balayage but this has truly helped soften my hair and make my long, thick hair more manageable....I have thick asian hair with brown balayage color. Hair stylist recommended to use a more high end shampoo and I found this.
What it is: A sulfate-free shampoo for damaged color-treated hair to gently cleanse and prevent color fading while enhancing shine and reducing frizz without weighing down medium to thick hair types.
Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Texture: Straight, Wavy, and Curly
Hair Concerns:
- Color Safe
- Damage/Split Ends/Breakage
- Dryness
$53.00
Great for uncolored hair...However, my major concern was that no where on the package does it mention that it is safe to use on colored hair. I have a balayage done, so as precaution I incorporated my blonde shampoo to protect my balayage. ...My hair is smooth and soft when I use other shampoos.
What it is: A purifying and bodifying shampoo with a targeted formula for thinning hair.
Hair Texture: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Thinning
Key Benefits:
- This lightweight gel gently purifies to give the feeling of renewed density—hair looks densified and radiant
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Magnesium: Purifies hair roots from buildup that can impact healthy hair growth.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens and sulfates SLS & SLES.
$39.00
Bright blonde without drying my hair...I have a balayage hairstyle and tried most of the purple shampoos on the market. ...I have very dark brown hair with a lot of blonde balayage. I usually use a purple mask but tried these and they made a difference - even after one use.
What it is: An ultra-violet shampoo that tones brassy hues and is clinically shown to strengthen and hydrate for hair that’s soft, bright, and more manageable.
Hair Texture: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Dryness
- Damage, Split Ends, and Breakage
- Brassiness
Key Benefits:
- Tones brassiness
- Strengthens and prevents future breakage
- Gently cleanses
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Bond-Fortifying Technology: Targets and strengthens hair bonds that are most prone to breakage.
- Vegan Proteins: Derived from quinoa; provide keratin-like benefits.
- Ultra-Violet Pigments: Counteract yellow and brassy tones.