Aquage Color Protecting Shampoo for Color-Treated Hair, 8 oz — Moisturizing, Fade-Resistant Cleanse

Aquage Color Protecting Shampoo is an 8 oz moisturizing hair wash formulated to gently cleanse color-treated hair while helping to shield pigment and reduce premature fading.

This shampoo blends a mild cleansing base with conditioning agents designed for normal-to-dry, color-treated hair. It removes dirt, product buildup, and excess oil without stripping salon-applied color, leaving hair soft, manageable, and ready for styling. The formula balances moisture and protection so color vibrancy lasts longer between salon visits.

How does this shampoo protect hair color during cleansing?

The formula uses gentle surfactants and conditioning ingredients that lift impurities without aggressively opening the hair cuticle, which helps prevent pigment loss. Regular use supports longer-lasting color by minimizing fading from everyday washing.

• Mild, non-stripping detergents designed for color-treated hair
• Conditioning agents that smooth the cuticle and lock in pigment
• pH-balanced approach to reduce color bleed during rinsing

Will it moisturize dry or damaged color-treated hair?

Yes — the shampoo includes moisturizing components that help restore softness and manageability. It cleans while delivering hydration, making it suitable for hair that leans normal-to-dry after coloring.

• Hydrating ingredients to reduce dryness and frizz
• Detangling benefits that ease combing and styling
• Leaves hair smoother without heavy residue

How should I use this shampoo for best results?

Apply to wet hair, lather gently, and focus on the scalp and roots before rinsing through lengths. For optimal color maintenance, follow with a color-safe conditioner and avoid overly hot water.

• Use a quarter-sized amount for short hair; more for longer lengths
• Massage scalp to lift dirt, then rinse thoroughly
• Pair with Aquage color-safe conditioner for full color care

How often can I shampoo colored hair with this product?

Frequency depends on hair type and lifestyle; many find 2–3 times per week balances cleanliness and color longevity. If you exercise daily or use styling products, gentle daily use is acceptable thanks to the mild formula.

• 2–3 washes/week for typical maintenance
• Daily use possible for active lifestyles or oily scalps
• Adjust frequency based on color fading and hair moisture

Who is this for: Aquage Color Protecting Shampoo 8 oz is designed for anyone with color-treated hair who wants a gentle, moisturizing cleanser that helps preserve salon color and improves manageability. It's a good match for people with normal-to-dry hair textures seeking daily softness, reduced frizz, and a product that integrates easily into a color-care routine without heavy buildup.

Ingredients

WATER (AQUA, EAU), AMMONIUM LAURETH SULFATE, AMMONIUM LAURYL SULFATE, LAURAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE, GLYCOL DISTEARATE, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED EXTRACT, ENTEROMORPHA COMPRESSA EXTRACT, UNDARIA PINNATIFIDA EXTRACT, GELIDIELLA ACEROSA EXTRACT, HIMANTHALIA ELONGATA EXTRACT, SARGASSUM FILIPENDULA EXTRACT, HYDROLYZED RHODOPHYCEA EXTRACT, PELVETIA CANALICULATA EXTRACT, LAMINARIA SACCHARINA EXTRACT, ASCOPHYLLUM NUDOSUM EXTRACT, MACROCYSTIS PYRIFERA (KELP) EXTRACT, PALMARIA PALMATA EXTRACT, LAMINARIA DIGITATA EXTRACT, CHONDRUS CRISPUS EXTRACT, HYPNEA MUSCIFORMIS EXTRACT, MYRISTAMINE OXIDE, POLYQUATERNIUM-10, POLYQUATERNIUM-7, CITRIC ACID, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, PANTHENOL, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, SODIUM CHLORIDE, TETRASODIUM EDTA, MAGNESIUM NITRATE, METHYLPARABEN, METHYLCHLOROISOTHIAZOLINONE, AMODIMETHICONE, PROPYLPARABEN, MAGNESIUM CHLORIDE, METHYLISOTHIAZOLINONE, BLUE 1 (CI 42090), GREEN 3 (CI 42053), CETRIMONIUM CHLORIDE, GLYCERIN, TRIDECETH-12, SODIUM BENZOATE, PHENOXYETHANOL, BENZOIC ACID, SORBIC ACID, BENZYL SALICYLATE, HYDROXYCITRONELLAL, LINALOOL, BUTYLPHENYL METHYLPROPIONAL, FRAGRANCE (PARFUM)