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
$46.00
I have dark medium brown hair with blonde balayage, was happy that Olaplex have purple shampoo. ...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!
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

$65.00
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.

$64.00
I have tons of breakage near the scalp which leads to baby hairs, but the shampoo helped out with those and made my hair so smooth! ...LOVE!!! The best toning shampoo I've ever used!!...Unlike other purple shampoos that I've tried, this isn't harshly pigmented, and I don't have to keep it in my hair forever before rinsing, so I don't worry that it'll alter my color.
What it is: A gentle, sulfate-free shampoo made with all-natural colorants to tone, neutralize, and brighten all shades of color-treated and natural hair.
Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Texture: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Concerns:
- Brassiness
- Color Fading
- UV Protection

$30.00
I have medium brown hair with blonde balayage type highlights. This shampoo did seem to take out brass tones. ...This shampoo is very pigmented and worked well for my thin, dry, balayage hair. ...Worked well for my 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

ITEM: 2531952
Size: 8.5 oz/ 250 mL
$62.50
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

$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

$24.00
A must-have lightweight and volumizing dry shampoo...This is the best dry shampoo I have tried. I focus on hair health so I usually don’t like using dry shampoos but this is AMAZING. ...The only dry shampoo that works for me...not a dry shampoo believer or user before this product. Used a lot of high end dry shampoo with no luck.
What it is: A lightweight, no-residue dry shampoo that visibly balances and nourishes the scalp while refreshing roots.
Hair Texture: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Oiliness
- Color Safe
Key Benefits:
- Absorbs and removes oil
- Has a lightweight, buildable formula
- Leaves no residue or buildup
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Superfruit Sea Buckthorn: Nourishes with fatty acid omega-7 and vitamins C and A.
- Arrowroot Powder: Absorbs excess oil and moisture.
- Mandelic Acid (AHA): Visibly balances the scalp.
Ingredient Callouts: This product is gluten-free and cruelty-free.
What Else You Need to Know:<

$76.00
I love this shampoo! It makes my hair super shiny without leaving any residue. ...makes my hair soft and smells great!...This thing works for blonde highlighted or balayage hair! I’m so picky about shampoos for my hair because it get so tangled while this shampoo doesn’t do that and it helps with my dull hair.
What it is: A moisturizing daily shampoo with Japanese-sourced white peony that gently cleanses, soothes, and adds shine to highlighted or lightened blonde and gray hair.
Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Texture: Coily, Curly, Straight, and Wavy
Hair Concerns:
- Dryness
- Straightening and Smoothing
- Color Safe









