6 Effective Ways To Remove The Hair Toner On Your Hair

If your hair toner turned out too dark, too ashy, or just not what you expected, don’t worry—you can remove it! Most toners are semi-permanent, meaning they will fade over time, but if you want a quicker fix, here are six effective ways to remove toner from your hair.

1. Clarifying Shampoo (Gentle & Gradual)

✔ Best for mild toner removal
✔ Works over a few washes

How to Use:

Apply a clarifying shampoo to damp hair.
Lather and leave it on for 5–10 minutes before rinsing.
Repeat 2–3 times a week until the toner fades.

Pro Tip: Follow up with a deep conditioner to prevent dryness!

2. Baking Soda & Shampoo Mix (Stronger Fading)

✔ Best for faster toner removal
✔ Can slightly dry hair, so condition afterward

How to Use:

Mix equal parts baking soda and shampoo (preferably clarifying).
Apply to damp hair and massage in.
Leave for 5–10 minutes, then rinse thoroughly.
Deep condition afterward.

3. Lemon Juice & Conditioner (Natural Lightening)

✔ Best for ashy or overly dark toner
✔ Gentle, but requires multiple applications

How to Use:

Mix lemon juice with conditioner (50/50 ratio).
Apply evenly and leave for 10–15 minutes.
Rinse and follow with a moisturizing mask.

4. Dish Soap & Shampoo (Quickest Removal)

✔ Best for removing stubborn toner
✔ Can be drying—use only when necessary

How to Use:

Mix a few drops of dish soap with your shampoo.
Wash your hair 1–2 times, then rinse.
Deep condition afterward to restore moisture.

5. Hydrogen Peroxide & Water Mix (Fastest Fading)

✔ Best for fast, noticeable results
✔ Lightens hair slightly along with removing toner

How to Use:

Mix equal parts hydrogen peroxide and water in a spray bottle.
Lightly spritz onto damp hair and let it sit for 5–10 minutes.
Rinse well and deep condition.

6. Vitamin C & Shampoo (Effective & Less Damaging)

✔ Best for removing too-dark or too-intense toner
✔ Less harsh than baking soda or dish soap

How to Use:

Crush 4–5 vitamin C tablets and mix with a clarifying shampoo.
Apply to damp hair, leave for 10–15 minutes, then rinse.
Repeat if needed, but moisturize after to prevent dryness.

Final Tips for Toner Removal:

✔ Always deep condition after using fading methods.
✔ Avoid bleaching unless necessary—these methods are safer.
✔ If the toner is still too strong, try waiting a few washes before reapplying another removal method.

Would you like advice on how to tone your hair correctly next time? 😊