Aveda Color Control Light Shampoo for Fine-to-Medium Color-Treated Hair, 33.8 oz — Silicone-Free, Color-Protecting

Aveda Color Control Light Shampoo is a silicone-free, 98% naturally derived cleanser designed to gently wash fine to medium color-treated hair while helping reduce color fade.

This shampoo combines botanical surfactants, apricot oil, and specially formulated charged molecules to cleanse without stripping salon color. It’s made for highlighted, dyed, or chemically processed hair that needs lightweight care—leaving strands feeling airy, smooth, and more radiant between color appointments. The formula avoids silicones, synthetic fragrance, parabens, and other common additives.

How does this shampoo protect my color during washing?

The formula uses naturally derived “magnets” to neutralize particles that dull pigment and dual-charged molecules that form a temporary shield on each strand. Together they reduce the amount of dye lost during rinsing while still removing dirt and buildup.

• Dual-charged molecules create a barrier to limit water penetration into the cortex.
• Color-dulling particle neutralizers help maintain visual vibrancy.
• Gentle botanical cleansers remove impurities without harsh stripping.

Will it weigh down fine hair or leave residue?

Designed specifically for fine to medium hair, this lightweight shampoo avoids heavy silicones and oils that can flatten delicate strands. Apricot oil is included at levels that smooth the cuticle without adding weight, so hair feels light and bouncy after rinsing.

• Silicone-free formulation to preserve natural movement.
• Light emollients for smoothness without greasiness.
• Rinse-clean surfactants for no visible residue.

How should I use it alongside other color care products?

Apply to wet hair, massage from roots to ends, then rinse; follow with Aveda Color Control Conditioner and, if needed, the Color Control Leave-In Treatment for extra protection. Regular pairing with conditioner and leave-in helps maintain a cohesive routine that targets color longevity and manageability.

• Use every wash for best maintenance between salon visits.
• Follow with Color Control Conditioner for enriched hydration.
• Add the Leave-In Treatment for targeted protection and styling aid.

What ingredients should I expect and what’s excluded?

The formula is 98% naturally derived per ISO 16128 and blends plant-based cleansers, apricot oil, and proprietary charged molecules. It excludes animal-derived ingredients, silicones, gluten, mineral oil, SLS/SLES, synthetic fragrance, parabens, phthalates, and formaldehyde donors.

• Included: botanical surfactants, apricot oil, naturally derived color-protecting agents.
• Excluded: silicones, synthetic fragrance, parabens, SLS/SLES, and similar additives.
• Certified attributes: 100% vegan, Leaping Bunny approved, and B Corp status for the brand.

Who this is for: Aveda Color Control Light Shampoo suits people with fine to medium hair who regularly color, highlight, or chemically treat their hair and want a lighter-weight cleansing option that helps preserve color appearance. If you prefer formulas free of silicones and many common synthetics and value plant-derived ingredients, this shampoo is formulated to integrate into a color-care routine that emphasizes gentle cleansing and visual vibrancy.

Ingredients

Ingredients: Water Aqua Eau, Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate, Babassuamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Hydroxypropylsulfonate Laurylglucoside Crosspolymer, Prunus Armeniaca (apricot) Kernel Oil, Glycine Soja (soybean) Oil, Glycol Stearate, Glycerin, Sodium Gluconate, Sodium Chloride, Citric Acid, Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Fragrance (parfum), Limonene, Eugenol, Amyl Cinnamal, Hydroxycitronellal, Citronellol, Geraniol, Linalool, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Phytate, Tocopherol, Benzoic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate ILN50960 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.