Watercolors Intense Metallic Color-Depositing Shampoo — Steel 8 fl oz | Sulfate & Paraben Free, Conditioning Shine

Watercolors INTENSE METALLIC Steel is a semi-permanent color-depositing shampoo that cleanses, conditions, and refreshes steel-toned hair in one wash.

Designed for people who want to maintain or boost a cool, metallic steel tone between salon appointments, this 8 fl oz shampoo deposits rich direct dyes while gently cleansing. The formula works in a slightly acidic pH to allow strong pigment pickup and conditioning benefits at the same time. Free of sulfates, parabens, peroxide, salt, PPD and PTD, and cruelty-free, it offers a responsible way to refresh color on natural level 7 and pre-lightened hair.

How does this shampoo restore faded color?

Watercolors INTENSE METALLIC Steel uses concentrated direct dyes combined with cationic conditioners to replace pigments that wash away. The mildly acidic pH helps the dye bind to the hair cuticle for noticeable color deposit while conditioning agents smooth and add shine.

• Deposits semi-permanent pigment each wash for visible refreshment
• Cationic conditioners improve dye adherence and softness
• pH 5.3–5.8 optimizes dye pickup without harsh stripping
• No sulfates or peroxide, so it’s gentler than many color treatments

How long should I leave it on for different effects?

Timing controls how intense the Steel tone appears. Shorter rinses give a subtle tint; extended processing produces a stronger, more saturated metallic finish. You can tailor each wash to your desired result or hair porosity.

• Rinse immediately for a light, delicate cool sheen
• 2–5 minutes for moderate color refresh and shine
• 10–15 minutes for a bold, intensified metallic effect
• Safe for daily use if you prefer frequent touch-ups

Will this work on my specific hair type and shade?

Best results appear on pre-lightened hair or natural levels around 7, where the Steel pigments can show vividly. Darker, unlifted hair may only get a subtle sheen or cool tone; for dramatic transformation, a lightening step is recommended.

• Pre-lightened or level 7 hair displays the truest steel color
• Natural darker hair will gain cool tones, not full opacity
• Porous hair accepts pigment more quickly—adjust timing accordingly
• Good for both all-over refresh and selective mid-lengths/ends touch-ups

What safety and formula benefits should I expect?

The formula avoids common harsh ingredients and animal testing while still delivering intense pigment. It’s engineered for high deposit without peroxide or sulfates, providing color management without aggressive chemistry.

• 100% cruelty-free and made in the USA
• No sulfates, parabens, peroxide, salt, PPD, or PTD
• Conditioning agents help reduce dryness and add gloss
• Works as a 3-in-1 shampoo: cleanses, conditions, and deposits color

Who this product is for: Watercolors INTENSE METALLIC Steel is ideal for anyone who wants to maintain or intensify a cool, metallic color at home—especially clients with pre-lightened or light brown-blonde bases (around level 7). It suits color-aware users who prefer gentler, sulfate- and paraben-free formulations and who want flexible control over how bold their tone appears between salon visits. If you’re aiming for subtle cool tones on darker hair, or a vivid steel finish on lifted hair, this shampoo gives an easy, tunable approach to color upkeep.

Ingredients

Aqua, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Hydroxypropyl Guar, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Parfum/Fragrance, DMDM Hydantoin, Mica, Titanium Dioxide