MATRIX Brass Off Blue Shampoo — Color‑Depositing for Lightened Brunettes & Dark Blondes, Neutralizes Brassy Tones and Hydrates

This professional salon-grade shampoo deposits blue-violet pigments to counteract warm, orange undertones that appear after lightening or with natural fading. Designed for lightened brunettes and dark blondes, the formula cleanses without stripping salon color and includes conditioning agents to keep hair feeling soft and manageable. Packaging may vary, but the toning effect and hydrating performance are consistent whether you use it at home or in the salon.

How does this shampoo neutralize brassy and orange tones?

MATRIX Brass Off uses blue-violet pigments that sit on the hair surface to visually cancel out warm, orange-red reflections. The pigments are formulated to blend with existing color rather than bleach or alter the hair’s base tone, so results appear cooler and more balanced after rinsing. You can tailor intensity by leaving the shampoo on for a few minutes or rinsing immediately.

• Blue-violet pigments target orange and red undertones.
• Deposits color without bleaching or stripping dyes.
• Short processing time (2–3 minutes for boosted effect).
• Suitable for repeated use every other day as needed.

Will it clean and condition without removing my salon color?

The formula is designed to cleanse gently while depositing toning pigments, so it refreshes color rather than removing it. Conditioning components help maintain moisture and manageability, preventing the dry, brittle feel that some clarifying products can cause. For best results, follow with the Brass Off conditioner or mask as part of a maintenance routine.

• Balances cleansing surfactants with hydrating agents.
• Safe for color-treated hair when used as directed.
• Pairs with Brass Off conditioner and neutralization mask for stronger results.
• Helps hair feel softer and easier to detangle after use.

How should I use this shampoo for predictable results?

Apply to wet hair while wearing gloves to avoid staining hands. Lather, leave on for 2–3 minutes for increased toning, then rinse thoroughly; use every other day or as needed based on brassiness. If you want a gentler refresh, rinse sooner; for more visible neutralization, extend the processing time a bit but monitor to avoid over-depositing pigment.

• Wear suitable gloves during application.
• Apply to wet hair, lather, then rinse; 2–3 minutes for stronger tone shift.
• Use every other day or as needed for maintenance.
• Follow with Brass Off conditioner or mask for hydration and longevity.

Can natural hair benefit from this product, or is it only for color-treated hair?

Although formulated with color-treated hair in mind, the blue-violet pigments also work on natural lightened brunettes and darker blondes that develop warm undertones from sun exposure or mineral buildup. The nourishing components help maintain hair health while toning, so it can be used on natural hair types looking to cool warm highlights or reduce orange hues.

• Effective on both color-treated and natural lightened hair.
• Helps counteract sun or hard-water related brassiness.
• Provides gentle hydration while toning.
• Best used as part of a Brass Off regimen for consistent results.

Who is this product for? MATRIX Brass Off Blue Shampoo is aimed at people with lightened brunettes, dark blondes, or highlighted hair who want a practical at-home solution to reduce orange and brassy tones between salon visits. It also suits natural hair that has developed warm undertones and anyone seeking a toning shampoo that cleanses without overly drying. Ideal for regular maintenance when paired with the Brass Off conditioner or neutralization mask to preserve cooler, salon-fresh color and smooth, conditioned 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.