Aveda Color Control Light Shampoo for Fine to Medium Color-Treated Hair — Silicone-Free, Apricot Oil, 6.7 fl oz

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

If you want a daily shampoo that removes dirt and buildup without stripping salon color, this formula balances gentle botanical cleansing with color-protecting technology. The lightweight texture leaves hair feeling airy rather than weighed down, while apricot oil smooths the cuticle and helps deliver shine. It's formulated to work with highlighted, dyed, or chemically processed hair and is free from silicones, sulfates, synthetic fragrance, and other common additives.

How does this shampoo help reduce color fading?

The shampoo uses naturally derived magnet-like ingredients that capture color-dulling particles when you rinse, and dual-charged molecules form a protective barrier that limits water penetration into the hair shaft. Together these actions reduce the amount of pigment lost during washing, helping shade longevity between salon visits.

• Magnet-like botanicals neutralize color-dulling debris during washing.
• Dual-charged molecules create a shield against water-driven pigment loss.
• Apricot oil seals the cuticle for improved shine and pigment retention.

Will this weigh down fine hair or leave residue?

No — Color Control Light is tailored for fine to medium hair textures and rinses clean without silicone build-up. The lightweight formulation was created to maintain volume and movement while providing protection, so hair feels light, not coated.

• Silicone-free formula avoids heavy residue.
• Lightweight botanical cleansers preserve natural body.
• Leaves hair airy and soft, not flattened.

What natural ingredients are in the formula and why do they matter?

About 98% of the formula is naturally derived per ISO 16128, combining plant extracts, non-petroleum minerals, and water. These components gently cleanse and protect color without relying on synthetic fragrances, SLS/SLES, parabens, or mineral oil, appealing to shoppers seeking cleaner, cruelty-free hair care.

• Apricot oil: nourishes and smooths the cuticle for shine.
• Botanical cleansers: remove dirt while minimizing stripping.
• Plant-derived neutralizers: help reduce color-dulling buildup.

How should I use this shampoo for best results?

Use on wet hair, massaging gently from roots to ends, then rinse thoroughly. Pairing it with Aveda Color Control Conditioner and the corresponding leave-in treatment enhances protection and helps maintain vibrancy between salon visits.

• Massage into wet hair; rinse completely.
• Follow with Color Control Conditioner for added moisture and protection.
• Use the Color Control Leave-In Treatment to extend color life further.

Who is this for: Aveda Color Control Light Shampoo is best suited to people with fine to medium, color-treated, highlighted, or chemically processed hair who want a gentle, lightweight cleanser that helps protect salon color. It's ideal for shoppers seeking a vegan, cruelty-free option made largely from natural ingredients and formulated without silicones, sulfates, or synthetic fragrance.

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.