MATRIX Brass Off Blue Toning Shampoo for Lightened Brunettes & Dark Blondes — Color-Depositing, Neutralizes Brassy Tones

Matrix Brass Off Blue Shampoo is a color-depositing toning shampoo that lays blue-violet pigments onto lightened brunettes and dark blondes to neutralize orange/brassy tones and refresh cool color.

Designed for color-treated or naturally lightened brunette and dark blonde hair, this professional salon shampoo balances unwanted warm undertones without stripping color. It combines gentle cleansing with pigment delivery to subtly shift tone toward cooler, bluer-violet results while adding moisture. Packaging may vary, but the formula focuses on reducing brass and redness for a cleaner, refreshed shade between salon visits.

How does this shampoo reduce brassy or orange tones?

The product deposits blue-violet pigments that counteract orange and red undertones via color theory: blue cancels orange, while violet neutralizes yellow. The toning action happens during the lathering phase, subtly adjusting reflect without harsh chemical lifting. It's formulated to work during regular washes, so results build with repeated use and can be intensified by leaving the lather on briefly.

• Blue-violet pigments neutralize warm orange/red reflections
• Deposits color while cleansing to avoid over-processing
• Can be left on 2–3 minutes for stronger toning
• Use every other day or as needed to maintain cool tone

Will it strip or damage my color-treated hair?

Matrix Brass Off is formulated to cleanse without aggressively stripping salon color. Its toning pigments are deposited rather than oxidized, meaning the shampoo refreshes shade while retaining existing color integrity. Moisturizing agents in the formula help maintain hair softness and shine after use.

• Color-depositing rather than color-removing action
• Gentle cleansing preserves color longevity
• Contains hydrating components to reduce dryness
• Recommended follow-up with Brass Off conditioner for added moisture

How should I use it for best results at home?

Apply the shampoo to wet hair while wearing gloves to prevent staining on hands. Work into a lather, distribute evenly from roots to ends, then rinse—leave on 2–3 minutes for enhanced toning if you want a stronger effect. Follow with Brass Off conditioner or a neutralizing mask to lock in tone and add hydration.

• Use on wet hair; lather and rinse thoroughly
• Leave on 2–3 minutes for boosted toning when needed
• Wear gloves to avoid staining hands
• Pair with Brass Off conditioner or mask for best maintenance

How often should I use the Brass Off shampoo?

Frequency depends on the level of brassiness and how light your base color is. Many find using the shampoo every other wash maintains cool tones without over-depositing pigment. For mild correction, use 1–2 times weekly; for stronger neutralization, use more frequently but monitor color buildup.

• Every other wash is a common maintenance schedule
• 1–2 times weekly for mild brassy correction
• Increase frequency for heavier brass, but watch for buildup
• Alternate with a moisturizing, non-toning shampoo if needed

Who this is for: Matrix Brass Off Blue Shampoo is tailored for lightened brunettes, dark blondes, and anyone with highlights or color-treated hair seeking to neutralize warm, orange/red tones between salon visits. It suits those who prefer a gentle, color-depositing shampoo that both cleanses and subtly shifts tone toward cooler, blue-violet results. If you want salon-grade toning at home without aggressive lifting, and you pair it with conditioner or a mask from the Brass Off collection, this shampoo helps maintain a refreshed, cooler-looking finish.

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.