1 / 7AVEDA Color Control Light Shampoo for Fine to Medium Colour-Treated Hair
AVEDA Color Control Light Shampoo is a colour-protecting cleanser intended for fine to medium colour-treated hair. The listing says it gently cleanses without stripping colour and uses a 98% naturally derived formula with apricot oil. Customer feedback is favourable on colour retention and cleansing, while softness and value receive mixed opinions.
At a glance
- Designed to cleanse fine to medium colour-treated, highlighted and chemically processed hair without stripping colour, according to the listing.
- The listing describes dual-charged molecules as forming a shield to help reduce water penetration and colour washout.
- Apricot oil is included in the claimed 98% naturally derived formula.
Reference price: £27.00
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Targets colour-treated hair, with the listing also specifying highlighted and chemically processed hair.
- Intended for fine to medium hair rather than a general all-hair-type formula.
- Customer feedback reports positive experiences with cleansing and colour retention.
Technical specifications
7 specifications| Brand | Aveda |
|---|
| Dimensions listed | 4.4 x 4.4 x 18 cm; 200 g |
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| Intended hair type | fine to medium colour-treated hair |
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| Formula claim | 98% naturally derived formula (per ISO 16128) |
| Silicone-free | Silicone Free |
| Vegan status | Aveda is 100% Vegan |
| Certification claims | a Certified B Corp and Leaping Bunny Approved |
What to know before buying
- The claimed colour protection is presented as helping minimise fading, not as a guarantee. The listing recommends following shampoo with Color Control Conditioner and Leave-In Treatment, which are not stated as included here. Use by massaging into wet hair from roots to ends, then rinse.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- People with fine to medium colour-treated, highlighted or chemically processed hair seeking a colour-care shampoo.
- Buyers looking for a silicone-free shampoo whose listing claims a naturally derived formula.
Less suited to
- People seeking a shampoo explicitly formulated for coarse hair, as the listing specifies fine to medium hair.
- Buyers expecting consistent softness or a clearly low-cost option, since customer feedback is mixed on softness and value.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
77% 77% - 4 stars
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4% 4% - 2 stars
3% 3% - 1 star
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Customer feedback highlights perceived colour retention, effective cleansing, good quality and a pleasing fragrance. Some customers report colour lasting up to two months, but that is an individual reported experience rather than a promised result. Feedback is mixed on softness and value, so buyers prioritising a reliably soft finish or a low-cost shampoo may want to weigh those opinions against its colour-care focus for fine to medium hair.
Positive themes
- Customers report good quality and effective colour retention.
- Feedback also praises how clean hair feels and the fragrance.
Mixed feedback
- Opinions are divided on whether the shampoo leaves hair particularly soft.
- Value for money receives mixed feedback, with some considering it worthwhile and others finding it expensive.
Frequently asked questions
Which hair types is this shampoo intended for?
The listing identifies fine to medium colour-treated hair, including highlighted and chemically processed hair.
How does the listing say it helps protect colour?
It describes naturally derived molecules forming a protective shield to help reduce water penetration and colour washout. This is a product claim, not a guarantee against fading.
How should it be used?
Massage into wet hair from roots to ends, then rinse. The listing recommends following with Color Control Conditioner and Leave-In Treatment.
Is the shampoo listed as silicone-free?
Yes. The title identifies it as silicone-free.
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