Coloured Hair Conditioner NZ | Colour Safe | Zilion NZ
Coloured Hair Conditioner in New Zealand
Colour starts to fade from the first wash. Hot water, sun, harsh cleansers and heat styling all lift pigment out of the hair, and the lightening or colouring process itself leaves the cuticle rougher than before. A conditioner made for coloured hair seals the surface back down, adds moisture and helps the shade you paid for stay rich for longer.
Zilion stocks more than 220 colour-safe conditioners and shampoo and conditioner sets, and is an official NZ stockist of every brand here, including Pureology, Osmo, Bokka Botanika, Angel En Provence, De Fabulous, Natural Look, L'Oreal Professionnel, Milk Shake, Wella Professionals, Affinage, Davines and Lust. Sizes run from 50ml and 75ml travel tubes to litres and a 5L salon refill.
About Conditioner for Coloured Hair
Colour-safe conditioners are usually slightly acidic, which helps close the cuticle after washing, and many are free from harsher ingredients that speed up fading. Most add moisture, because coloured and lightened hair loses water faster. Some add protein or bond care for strength, UV filters for sun protection, or a little pigment to top up the shade between appointments.
The best choice depends on your hair texture and colour. Fine hair needs a light conditioner so it does not go flat. Thick or curly hair can take richer formulas. Reds, coppers and brunettes fade fastest and benefit from colour-depositing conditioners, while blondes may want a toning formula. Use the filters beside the product grid to narrow by brand, price or product type.
Coloured Hair Conditioner by Need
Everyday colour protection. Pureology Hydrate and Hydrate Sheer, Osmo Colour Save, L'Oreal Professionnel Vitamino Color, Redken Color Extend Magnetics, KMS ColorVitality, Angel En Provence Deep Sea Colour Protect, Natural Look Colourance and ColourArt, Hi Lift Colour Protect and Davines Minu.
Colour-depositing conditioners. Osmo Colour Revive tops up shades between colours, with Cherry Red, Radiant Red, Intense Copper, Hot Pink, Cool Violet, Pearl Blonde, Steel Grey, Mushroom, Chestnut, Warm Chestnut, Cafe Latte and Vanilla Latte. Davines Alchemic Chocolate refreshes brown tones. Browse Colour Depositing Conditioner.
Repair for coloured and lightened hair. Pureology Strength Cure, Wella Ultimate Repair, De Fabulous Reviver, Bokka Botanika Miracle Rescue Repair, Affinage Repair, Arata Damage Defence and Nine Yards Your Move Repair. See Damaged Hair Conditioner.
Moisture and shine. Bokka Botanika Replenishing Moisture, De Fabulous Marula Oil, Affinage Hydrating, Angel En Provence Orange Flower Shining Colour, Osmo Blinding Shine, Matrix Glow Mania, Redken Acidic Color Gloss and Wella ColorMotion add softness and gloss.
Smoothing and frizz control. Pureology Smooth Perfection, Milk Shake K-Respect Smoothing and Ouidad Advanced Climate Control keep coloured hair smooth in humid weather.
Fine and thinning-looking hair. Pureology Nanoworks Gold, Decibel Thickening, Bokka Botanika Thikk Volume, Lust Volume and Scalp&Care Nourish Thickening give body without weight. See Fine Hair Conditioner.
Blonde and toning. Osmo Daily Blonde Silverising, KMS ColorVitality Blonde, Echosline No Yellow Bi-Phase and Nak Hair Signature Blonde Condition care for lightened hair. More in Blonde Hair Conditioner.
Hard water and swimming. Malibu C Hard Water and Swimmers conditioners help remove the mineral build-up that dulls colour.
Leave-in conditioners. Milk Shake Leave In Conditioner, Matrix Glow Mania Leave-In, Muk Hair Deep Ultra Soft Leave-In and Echosline Argan Bi-Phase add a final layer of care. See Leave-In Conditioner.
Brands in This Category
These are the brands with the most coloured hair conditioners at Zilion. Each link opens the brand's full range:
- Angel En Provence
- Osmo
- Bokka Botanika
- Lust
- De Fabulous
- Natural Look
- Pureology
- L'Oreal Professionnel
- Milk Shake
- Wella Professionals
- Affinage
- Davines
Top 10 Coloured Hair Conditioners
- Pureology Hydrate Conditioner 266ml: a moisturising conditioner for dry, colour-treated hair from Pureology's colour care range.
- Osmo Colour Save Colour Protect Conditioner 400ml: an everyday colour-protecting conditioner, also sold in a litre.
- Redken Color Extend Magnetics Conditioner 300ml: a colour-care conditioner that pairs with Redken's Magnetics shampoo.
- L'Oreal Professionnel Vitamino Color Conditioner 200ml: a colour-radiance conditioner for colour-treated hair.
- Bokka Botanika Replenishing Moisture Conditioner 300ml: a moisture-rich conditioner for dry, coloured hair.
- Osmo Colour Revive Cherry Red 225ml: a colour-depositing conditioner that tops up red tones between appointments.
- De Fabulous Reviver Hair Repair Conditioner 250ml: a repairing conditioner for coloured hair that feels weak and damaged.
- Angel En Provence Deep Sea Colour Protect Conditioner 500ml: a colour-protect conditioner from the Deep Sea range.
- Davines Minu Conditioner 250ml: an illuminating conditioner for coloured hair from Davines' Minu range.
- Malibu C Hard Water Conditioner 1000ml: helps remove mineral build-up that dulls colour and leaves hair feeling coated.
Best Sellers at Zilion
- Nak Hair Signature Nourish Duo Pack - Nourish Shampoo 350ml and Nourish Conditioner 350ml Duo Gift Pack ($57.00)
- Pureology Hydrate Conditioner 1000ml ($104.00)
- Pureology Nanoworks Gold Conditioner 1000ml ($104.00)
- Osmo Colour Revive Mushroom 225ml ($33.33)
- Osmo Colour Revive Steel Grey 225ml ($33.33)
- Milk Shake Leave In Conditioner Mini 75ml ($16.95)
- Pureology Smooth Perfection Conditioner 266ml ($60.00)
- Pureology Hydrate Sheer Conditioner 1000ml ($104.00)
- Malibu C Color Wellness Conditioner 266ml ($22.26)
- Natural Look ColourArt Conditioner 300ml ($36.81)
Benefits of Colour-Safe Conditioner
- Colour that lasts longer. A smoother cuticle holds onto pigment, so shades fade more slowly.
- More shine. Sealed, conditioned hair reflects light, which makes colour look richer.
- Softer lengths. Colouring and lightening dry hair out, and moisture-rich conditioners put softness back.
- Easier detangling. Conditioned hair combs through with less snapping, which matters for fragile, coloured ends.
- Tone between appointments. Colour-depositing conditioners refresh reds, coppers, browns and pastels.
- Help with hard water. Mineral-removing formulas keep colour from turning dull or brassy.
- Matching routines. Most colour conditioners come with a matching shampoo and mask, and many are sold together in sets.
Coloured Hair Conditioner Buying Guide
Match the weight to your hair. Fine hair suits lightweight or volumising formulas such as Pureology Hydrate Sheer or Nanoworks Gold. Thick or coarse hair can take richer conditioners like Pureology Hydrate or Bokka Botanika Replenishing Moisture.
Choose for your shade. Reds and coppers fade fastest; a colour-depositing conditioner such as Osmo Colour Revive used once a week keeps them bright. Brunettes can try Osmo Chestnut, Cafe Latte or Mushroom, or Davines Alchemic Chocolate. Blondes may prefer a toning conditioner.
Check the condition of your hair. If coloured hair is breaking or feels gummy, add a repair conditioner and a bond treatment. If it is simply dry, choose moisture.
Use it properly. Squeeze out excess water, apply conditioner to the mid-lengths and ends, leave for a minute or two and rinse with cool or lukewarm water. Use a mask once a week.
Pair it with the right shampoo. A colour-safe or sulfate-free shampoo does half the work. Browse Coloured Hair Shampoo, or save with sets in Packs & Bundles.
Pick a size. Try a 50 to 100ml travel size first, buy 250 to 400ml for everyday use, and move to a litre once you love it. See Litres.
Why Shop Coloured Hair Conditioner at Zilion
- Official NZ stockist. Zilion is an official stockist of the brands we sell, so every conditioner is genuine stock.
- Free shipping over $85. Orders under $85 ship for a flat $7.99 to metro and rural addresses.
- Afterpay and Zip. Spread the cost of a bigger order over interest-free instalments.
- Same-day dispatch. In-stock orders placed before 9am leave our warehouse the same business day.
- Sets, litres and refills. Choose from shampoo and conditioner sets, litre bottles, a 500ml refill pouch and a 5L salon size.
- Help when you need it. Email care@zilion.co.nz with your colour, hair type and how quickly it fades, and we will suggest a conditioner.
Delivery Across New Zealand
We deliver coloured hair conditioner right across the country, to Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga, Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin and Queenstown, and to rural addresses in every region. Metro orders usually arrive in 1 to 4 business days and rural orders in 3 to 7.
Coloured Hair Conditioner FAQs
What is coloured hair conditioner?
It is a conditioner formulated for colour-treated hair. It seals the cuticle, adds moisture and avoids ingredients that speed up fading, so colour stays brighter for longer.
Do I need a special conditioner for coloured hair?
It helps. Colour-safe conditioners are gentler and designed to hold onto pigment, so colour lasts longer than with a regular conditioner.
How soon can I use conditioner after colouring?
Straight away. Most salons condition after colouring. Many hairdressers suggest waiting a day or two before the first shampoo.
How does conditioner protect hair colour?
A slightly acidic conditioner helps close the cuticle so pigment is not lost as easily, and it smooths the surface so colour reflects more light.
What is a colour-depositing conditioner?
It is a conditioner with added pigment that tops up your shade as it conditions. Osmo Colour Revive is a popular range.
What shades does Osmo Colour Revive come in?
We stock Cherry Red, Radiant Red, Intense Copper, Hot Pink, Cool Violet, Pearl Blonde, Steel Grey, Mushroom, Chestnut, Warm Chestnut, Cafe Latte and Vanilla Latte, all in 225ml.
How often should I use a colour-depositing conditioner?
Once a week suits most people, or more often for vivid shades that fade fast. Use your regular colour-safe conditioner on other days.
Can colour-depositing conditioner stain?
Pigmented conditioners can mark towels, skin and light grout. Wear gloves, rinse well and use a dark towel.
What is the best conditioner for red hair?
Reds fade fastest. A colour-safe conditioner plus a weekly colour-depositing treatment such as Osmo Colour Revive Cherry Red or Radiant Red keeps them vivid.
What is the best conditioner for brunette colour?
A colour-protect conditioner plus a brown-toned depositing conditioner, such as Osmo Chestnut, Cafe Latte or Mushroom, or Davines Alchemic Chocolate, keeps brown shades rich.
What is the best conditioner for coloured blonde hair?
Blondes often use a hydrating or repair conditioner most days and a toning conditioner such as Osmo Daily Blonde Silverising or KMS ColorVitality Blonde now and then.
What is the best conditioner for fine coloured hair?
Lightweight formulas such as Pureology Hydrate Sheer, Pureology Nanoworks Gold and Bokka Botanika Thikk Volume suit fine hair.
What is the best conditioner for thick coloured hair?
Richer formulas such as Pureology Hydrate, Bokka Botanika Replenishing Moisture and De Fabulous Marula Oil suit thick or coarse hair.
What is the best conditioner for damaged coloured hair?
Repair formulas such as Pureology Strength Cure, Wella Ultimate Repair, De Fabulous Reviver and Bokka Botanika Miracle Rescue Repair suit coloured hair that feels weak.
Which conditioner helps frizzy coloured hair?
Smoothing conditioners such as Pureology Smooth Perfection, Milk Shake K-Respect and Ouidad Advanced Climate Control calm frizz.
What is the difference between Pureology Hydrate and Hydrate Sheer?
Hydrate is richer and suits normal to thick, dry, coloured hair. Hydrate Sheer is lighter and suits fine hair.
What is Pureology Nanoworks Gold?
It is Pureology's luxury conditioner for colour-treated hair, sold in 266ml and 1000ml.
What is Malibu C Hard Water Conditioner?
It is a conditioner from Malibu C that helps remove the mineral build-up from hard water that dulls colour. It comes in 100ml and 1000ml.
Why does hard water fade colour?
Minerals in hard water build up on the hair, which makes colour look dull and can shift tones brassy. Mineral-removing products help.
Can chlorine affect coloured hair?
Yes. Chlorine can dry and discolour hair. Malibu C Swimmers Conditioner is designed for swimmers.
Is sulfate-free shampoo needed with colour-safe conditioner?
It is not essential, but a sulfate-free or colour-safe shampoo is gentler and helps colour last longer.
Should I use hot or cold water on coloured hair?
Lukewarm water is kinder to colour. Finish with a cooler rinse to help close the cuticle and boost shine.
How long should I leave conditioner on?
One to three minutes suits most rinse-out conditioners. Masks need longer; follow the directions on the pack.
Should I put conditioner on my roots?
Most people keep conditioner on the mid-lengths and ends, especially with fine hair or an oily scalp.
Can I use leave-in conditioner on coloured hair?
Yes. A leave-in adds a final layer of moisture and protection. Milk Shake Leave In Conditioner and Matrix Glow Mania Leave-In are popular.
What is a bi-phase conditioner?
A bi-phase conditioner has two layers you shake together before spraying. Echosline Argan Bi-Phase and No Yellow Bi-Phase are leave-in sprays.
Do colour conditioners protect from the sun?
Some contain UV filters. Check the product description, and wear a hat for long days outdoors.
Can I use a mask instead of conditioner?
A mask is richer and best used once or twice a week. Most people use conditioner every wash and a mask weekly.
Can men use coloured hair conditioner?
Yes. Anyone with colour-treated or grey-blended hair can use it.
Will colour-safe conditioner work on henna or box dye?
Yes. Colour-safe conditioners suit any coloured hair, though results vary with the type of colour used.
Do you sell colour conditioner in litres?
Yes. Pureology, Osmo, Natural Look, Affinage, De Fabulous, Hi Lift, Angel En Provence, Malibu C, Wella and Milk Shake offer litre sizes, and Bokka Botanika comes in 946ml.
Is there a 5L colour conditioner?
Yes. Natural Look Colourance Conditioner comes in a 5L salon size, alongside 300ml and 1L.
Are there refill pouches?
Yes. Wella Ultimate Repair Conditioner comes in a 500ml refill pouch.
Do you sell travel-size colour conditioner?
Yes. Arata Damage Defence 50ml, Davines Minu 75ml, Milk Shake Leave In Mini 75ml, Nak Hair Signature Blonde Condition 80ml and Malibu C 100ml sizes are easy to pack.
Do you sell shampoo and conditioner sets for coloured hair?
Yes. There are dozens of colour-care duos, trios and gift packs in this collection, including the Nak Hair Signature Nourish Duo.
How much does coloured hair conditioner cost?
Travel sizes start under $20, everyday bottles usually cost $25 to $60, and litres run from about $45 to over $100.
How long does a bottle last?
A 300ml bottle typically lasts one to two months with regular use, depending on hair length and thickness.
Should I change conditioner after a colour change?
Sometimes. Going lighter often means more dryness and a need for repair or toning; going red may mean adding a depositing conditioner.
Is Zilion an official stockist of these conditioner brands?
Yes. Zilion is an official NZ stockist of every brand in this collection, from Pureology and Osmo to Bokka Botanika and Angel En Provence.
Are the conditioners you sell genuine?
Yes. As an official stockist we only sell genuine products.
How much does shipping cost?
Shipping is free on NZ orders over $85. Orders under $85 cost a flat $7.99 to metro and rural addresses.
How long does delivery take?
In-stock orders placed before 9am are dispatched the same business day. Metro deliveries take 1 to 4 business days and rural deliveries 3 to 7.
Can I pay with Afterpay or Zip?
Yes. Afterpay and Zip are both available at checkout.
Can I return a product I have opened?
No. For hygiene reasons, opened or used products cannot be returned unless they are faulty.
What is your returns policy for unopened items?
Unopened, unused items in original packaging can be returned within 30 days for a change of mind. Return postage and a restocking fee of $10 or 10% (whichever is less) apply.
What if my order arrives leaking or damaged?
Email care@zilion.co.nz within 5 days of delivery with your order number and photos. We will arrange a replacement or refund.
Do you deliver to PO Boxes or overseas?
No. Our couriers do not deliver cosmetics to PO Boxes, and we ship within New Zealand only.
Who can I ask for colour care advice?
Email care@zilion.co.nz with your colour, hair type and how quickly it fades, and our team will recommend a conditioner.
Can I track my order?
Yes. Once your order is dispatched you will receive an email with a tracking link.
Can I buy the matching shampoo in the same order?
Yes. Most conditioners have a matching shampoo in our Coloured Hair Shampoo collection, and many are sold together as sets.
Complete your colour routine with Coloured Hair Shampoo and a Hair Mask, browse all Colour Treated Hair Care, or see every Conditioner we stock.