The best shampoo for healthy and bright blonde hair 2024

If you're happy to spend a little more, Redken Color Extend Blondage Shampoo is well worth the investment. Unlike many purple shampoos, this doesn't dry your hair out and won't stain your hair – or your hands. It turns brassy into blonde, and although it's not the biggest bottle on the market, you only need a small amount. It lathers up perfectly!

Review: "Best shampoo for taking away brassiness. Tried many others but this is by far the best. Only need to use it once a week. Can’t beat it!"

All seasoned blondies will recognise this bargain beauty. It's one of the most popular formulas on the market – and not just because it's cheap as chips: it also does a solid job at banishing brassy tones too. It's not overly nourishing, so don't use it every day. We'd recommend using it before a big event when your blonde is in need of a boost – or if you've just bleached your hair at home and need a quick fix. This will get rid of unwanted yellow tones right away!

Review: "My hair is naturally dark brunette but I’ve gone bleach blonde. I’m seven weeks into my last colour so it needs doing however I’m sick of the yellow brassy tones in it. I read all the reviews on this product and decided to give it a go as it’s so cheap! The results after one wash are amazing! Give it a try!"

When it comes to blonde hair, especially hair that's been lightened, it's important to address any damage, as well as brightening and toning. JPlex Bond Building Shampoo gently cleanses the hair while also repairing it, using Bond Building Technology to reinforce the hair's natural structure. See our review of the entire range here.

Review: "If you're looking for an affordable treatment in between salon visits, I'd absolutely recommend Jerome Russell's JPLEX system. Not only is it easy to apply, but it smells great, takes no time at all and leaves hair feeling soft and manageable. The treatment made blow-drying a dream, and my hair looked shinier, not as dull, and smooth."

Restoring gloss and shine while brightening blonde hues, Kérastase Blond Absolu Bain Ultra Violet Shampoo also prevents further unwanted tones from appearing, with hyaluronic acid working to boost hair hydration and edelweiss flower melting away dirt and excess oil. Think squeaky clean hair with a sun-lifted effect!

Review: "This shampoo is non-drying like other purple shampoos. It instantly brightens my hair and knocks out the brassy tones. It might be more expensive than other purple shampoos but it’s well worth it. I love it!"

To keep your blonde in good condition between appointments, try this multi-benefit shampoo. Infused with violet-coloured pigments and an anti-fade complex, the product will keep your colour looking fresher for longer, while effectively cleansing for clean and soft strands. It's vegan too!

Review: "I colour my hair every 6 weeks, in between I use this shampoo which helps keeps brassy tones at bay. You only need a little, highly concentrated. Keeps my colour neutralised until I next colour. Will buy again."

Not everyone wants a creamy or white-blonde look. If it's silver you're after, this Bleach London Silver Shampoo should be in your basket. Using ash-toned pigments, it strips away any yellow, leaving behind a silver-grey hue.

Review: "Great shampoo for keeping hair looking blonde and getting rid of yellow tones. I always avoid using this too close to my scalp as it is quite strong and irritated my sensitive skin, I do also find it a little drying so always follow up with a nourishing hair mask. Best blonde shampoo I have tried though!"

If you were born with blonde hair (lucky you) and you'd like to brighten the existing tones, use this neutralising shampoo by John Freida. It's peroxide and ammonia-free, so is safe for use on both natural and colour-treated blonde hair. Not to mention, it smells amazing! You only need a tiny amount, as it lathers up well.

Review: "I recently bought this product and I love it! Every time I use it, all of my friends ask me ''did you dyed your hair?'' 'it's so shiny and silver'' yes because of this product!! A perfect purple shampoo to get rid of yellow brassy tones. Works every time and doesn't cause any damage or dryness for my hair!! I highly recommend this product!"

When we think of blonde hair, 'healthy' isn't what springs to mind. That being said, this salon-standard shampoo harnesses the powers of polyphenol from açai berry extract to nourish and smooth damaged strands, while working to replenish moisture, giving the hair a glossy, natural shine. It's great for using between purple shampoo days!

Review: "I’ve been using L’Oreal Professionnel for about 6 months (recommended by my hairdresser) and it’s made a huge difference in my hair…. Glossy, soft, smooth and much healthier looking….. would recommend 110%"