Paul Mitchell Color Protect Shampoo for Color-Treated Hair — 16.9 fl oz, Sulfate-Free Feel, UV Protection & Shine

Paul Mitchell Color Protect Shampoo is a daily cleanser formulated to help preserve salon color while adding shine and guarding hair from sun-related fading.

This sulfate-free-feel daily shampoo is designed for colored hair that needs gentle cleansing without stripping pigment. Infused with sunflower extract and a lively citrus-apple fragrance, it targets the common causes of color dulling and helps restore a glossy finish. The formula works within a salon-quality system and comes in more recyclable packaging to reduce environmental impact.

How does this shampoo help keep hair color vibrant?

The formula supports color retention by gently removing buildup that can make dyed hair look flat while leaving protective agents behind. It’s tuned to clean without harsh detergents that lift pigment, helping newly colored strands hold onto their shade longer between salon visits.

• Sunflower extract helps shield hair from UV-related fading.
• Mild surfactants cleanse without aggressive stripping.
• Conditions and smooths cuticles to enhance reflective shine.

Will it work on all types of color-treated hair?

Yes — the shampoo is suitable for a wide range of color-treated textures and techniques, from single-process color to highlights and balayage. It’s meant for routine use and pairs well with color-care conditioners and styling products to maintain tone and manageability.

• Safe for permanent, demi, and semi-permanent shades.
• Compatible with chemically treated textures when used as directed.
• Recommended for daily or regular use to reduce color fade between appointments.

How will my hair feel and smell after use?

Hair rinses clean and appears smoother with enhanced surface shine, making color appear livelier and more reflective. The scent is bright and invigorating, featuring citrus top notes with a sweet apple undertone, leaving a fresh, salon-like aroma.

• Leaves hair softer and more manageable.
• Adds a glossy finish that improves the look of dyed tones.
• Uplifting orange, apple and bergamot fragrance notes.

What should I know about environmental packaging and ingredients?

Paul Mitchell has updated many of its retail bottles to incorporate post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials and simplified caps and labels to improve recyclability. While pumps and some caps may still use virgin plastics, the move reduces new plastic use and encourages improved end-of-life handling where local recycling permits.

• Bottles and jars made with 50% PCR; tubes 25% PCR (retail sizes).
• Low-profile caps and labels designed for easier recycling.
• Check local recycling rules for specific disposal guidance.

Who is this for? If you color your hair and want a dependable daily shampoo that cleanses gently, helps protect against sun-related fading, and boosts surface shine, this product fits into a color-care routine. It’s aimed at people who seek salon-grade results at home, value a fresh, uplifting scent, and appreciate steps toward more recyclable packaging. For best results, use alongside a Paul Mitchell color-protecting conditioner and follow stylist recommendations for maintaining shade and health between services.

Ingredients

Water (Aqua, Eau), Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Cocamide MIPA, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Extract, Panthenol, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Starch, Polyquaternium-44, PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Glycerin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycol Stearate, Glycol Distearate, Steareth-4, Butylene Glycol, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Chloride, Citric Acid, Magnesium Nitrate, Magnesium Chloride, Tetrasodium EDTA, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Benzyl Alcohol, Potassium Sorbate, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, BHT, Fragrance (Parfum), Benzyl Salicylate, Geraniol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Hydroxycitronellal, Linalool