Aveda Color Control Conditioner for Color-Treated Hair — 6.7 fl oz, Silicone-Free, 97% Naturally Derived

Aveda Color Control Conditioner is a silicone-free, 97% naturally derived formula that conditions, detangles and helps preserve salon color while adding radiant shine. Aveda’s Color Control Conditioner is built to extend the life and luminosity of color-treated hair without weighing strands down. Its plant-forward recipe combines omega-9-rich apricot oil and a Botanical Acid Complex to smooth the cuticle, reduce friction during combing, and help hair reflect more light. The conditioner also features Aveda’s Pure-Fume aroma composed of osmanthus, organic orange, cedarwood and cypress essences for a subtle, botanical scent.

How does this conditioner protect and extend dyed hair color?

The formula helps reduce the mechanical stress that accelerates color fade by smoothing and sealing the hair cuticle, making color molecules less prone to escaping. Regular use as part of a color-care routine helps maintain vibrancy and shine so hair looks salon-fresh longer.

• Seals cuticle to limit pigment loss and reduce fading.
• Apricot oil adds shine without silicones or heavy buildup.
• Designed to work with Aveda Color Control Shampoo and Leave-In Treatment.

Will this conditioner work on my hair type and texture?

Aveda formulated Color Control to be versatile across hair types—fine to coarse, straight to curly—so it conditions without overwhelming the hair. Because it’s free of silicones and animal-derived ingredients, it leaves hair feeling light and manageable while detangling knots and minimizing breakage.

• Suitable for color-treated, highlighted, and chemically processed hair.
• Non-greasy finish for thin or fine hair; nourishing touch for thicker textures.
• Helps detangle and reduce snapping when combing wet hair.

What are the key ingredients and what do they do?

The conditioner relies on plant-derived actives to condition and protect rather than silicones or heavy synthetics. Apricot oil supplies omega-9 fatty acids for surface smoothing and shine, while the Botanical Acid Complex helps refine hair texture and encourage light reflection.

• Apricot oil: nourishes and smooths cuticle for a glossy finish.
• Botanical Acid Complex: evens hair surface to enhance color brilliance.
• Pure-Fume aroma: natural floral and citrus essences for a fresh scent.

How should I use it for best results?

Apply after shampooing, focusing on mid-lengths to ends where color and dryness concentrate. Leave on briefly to allow conditioning agents to penetrate, then rinse thoroughly; follow up with Aveda’s Color Control Leave-In for added protection when desired.

• Use with Color Control Shampoo for a full color-preservation routine.
• Apply to towel-dried hair, comb through, leave 1–3 minutes, then rinse.
• Pair with leave-in products for extra UV and color-defense benefits.

Who is this for? This conditioner is designed for anyone who colors their hair and wants plant-based, salon-grade care at home. It’s a good match for people who prefer formulas without silicones, parabens, or animal-derived ingredients, and for clients seeking a lightweight product that detangles, seals the cuticle and helps retain color vibrancy across all hair textures.

Ingredients

Ingredients: Water Aqua Eau, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Distearyldimonium Chloride, Prunus Armeniaca (apricot) Kernel Oil, Aleurites Moluccanus Seed Oil, Persea Gratissima (avocado) Oil, Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (shea) Butter, Cocos Nucifera (coconut) Oil, Tocopherol, Glycine Soja (soybean) Oil, Arginine, Dicaprylyl Ether, Coco-glucoside, Dicetyldimonium Chloride, Lactic Acid, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Isopropyl Alcohol, Fragrance (parfum), Citronellol, Amyl Cinnamal, Hydroxycitronellal, Geraniol, Eugenol, Limonene, Linalool, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol ILN50226 Please be aware that ingredient lists may change or vary from time to time. Please refer to the ingredient list on the product package you receive for the most up to date list of ingredients.

FAQ

Q: Is Aveda Color Control Conditioner safe for highlighted hair?

A: Yes. It’s formulated for color-treated and highlighted hair to help maintain vibrancy while conditioning and detangling.

Q: Does this conditioner contain silicones or animal-derived ingredients?

A: No. The formula is silicone-free and contains no animal-derived ingredients, per Aveda’s ingredient exclusions.