Can You Use Ardell Red Gold Corrector To Shampoo

Okay, let's be real. We've all been there. Staring at that bottle of Ardell Red Gold Corrector, haven't we?

Especially when our hair looks like a brassy nightmare. And payday is still days away. The struggle is real, friends.

The Temptation, Oh, The Temptation!

You see that red gold corrector. It promises to banish those awful orange tones. Your shampoo stares back, all innocent and… well, shampoo-y.

But what if, just what if, you could cut out a step? Combine forces, you know? Two birds, one slightly strange, hopefully beautiful, stone.

Dare I even suggest...can we use Ardell Red Gold Corrector to shampoo?

Hear Me Out! (It's Not As Crazy As It Sounds)

Before you click away in horror, picture this. We're basically toning our hair, right? And toning is kind of like a super-powered shampoo.

So, in theory, couldn't the corrector just… become the shampoo? Am I losing it? Maybe.

But think about the convenience! No more separate toning sessions. Shampoo and tone in one fell swoop. It's genius! (Or possibly madness. Jury's still out.)

My Unpopular Opinion (Brace Yourselves)

I'm going to say it. I think...I think it might actually work. Okay, maybe not *replace* your shampoo entirely.

But as a quick fix? A desperate measure when your brassiness is screaming? I'm not completely ruling it out. Don't hate me.

We've all done questionable things in the name of beauty. Come on, admit it! Remember that time you tried to cut your own bangs? (Shudders). This is probably less disastrous.

The (Potential) Downside

Alright, alright. Let's consider the risks. We can't pretend there aren't any.

Firstly, Ardell Red Gold Corrector isn't designed to cleanse. It's designed to deposit pigment. So, your hair might be less-than-sparkling clean.

Secondly, and this is a biggie, OVER-TONING. Yikes. Walk away with a grey or purple tint, is not the goal!

A Word of (Slightly Hesitant) Caution

If you're feeling brave (or foolish, depending on your perspective), proceed with extreme caution. I mean, *extreme*.

Do a strand test. Seriously. That little clump of hair by your ear is about to become your best friend. Or your worst enemy. Find out before you commit.

Maybe mix a tiny amount of Ardell Red Gold Corrector with your regular shampoo? Just a smidge. Like, a whisper of corrector.

Disclaimer: I Am Not a Hair Stylist!

Let me be clear: I'm just a person with brassy hair and a tendency to overthink things. I'm not responsible if your hair turns green. Or orange. Or polka-dotted.

Always consult with a professional hair stylist. They'll probably tell you I'm crazy. And they might be right!

But hey, a girl can dream, can't she? A dream of brass-free hair and simplified shower routines.

Maybe... just maybe... using Ardell Red Gold Corrector as a shampoo isn't the *worst* idea in the world. Just a slightly unconventional, potentially risky, possibly brilliant idea. Think about it.

So, will you try it? Or am I officially the craziest person you've ever encountered? Let me know in the comments!