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Hair colour is an investment of time, money and emotional commitment (because no one books a three-hour balayage only to let it fade in two washes). The right shampoos for coloured hair make all the difference between your colour and hair staying luminous or slipping into dull, straw-like territory.

In the densely populated world of shampoos, it’s easy to be overwhelmed by the endless bottles promising shine, repair, hydration and colour protection all at once. The truth is, not every formula is built with dyed strands in mind. Coloured hair needs gentler cleansers that don’t strip pigment, formulas with added hydration to counter post-colour dryness and sometimes even purple or blue pigments to keep brassiness in check.

Whether you’re maintaining a chestnut brown, a bleached blonde or a jewel-toned red, the right shampoos for coloured hair will keep your hair feeling healthy, soft, and expensive-looking. Here are the ones that deliver.

Kerastase Chroma Absolu Bain Respect Shampoo

A gentle all-hair type cleansing formula for fine to medium colour-treated hair, this sulphate-free shampoo hydrates, reinforces and helps prevent fading. Enriched with amino, tartaric and lactic acids, it rebuilds the fibre and reduces porosity, leaving strands luminous and lightweight.

Sachajuan Colour Protect Shampoo

This Swedish formula uses Ocean Silk Technology to create a protective barrier around each strand. This shampoo for coloured hair cleanses without stripping away colour vibrancy. Its low-acidity method helps seal in colour pigments, promoting longer-lasting results.

L’Oreal Professionnel Vitamino Colour Shampoo

A cult favourite from L’Oréal Professionnel, this resveratrol-infused shampoo defends against colour fade for up to 8 weeks. It removes impurities without stripping pigment, balances hydration and enhances softness.

Redken Acidic Colour Gloss Sulphate-Free Shampoo

Part of Redken’s professional glossing range, this sulphate-free shampoo works at an acidic pH to seal the cuticle and lock in colour vibrancy for up to 32 washes. It leaves hair with a reflective, salon-like shine while protecting against dullness. Perfect for those who want longer-lasting colour between appointments.

Forest Essentials Hair Cleanser Japapatti & Brahmi

Forest Essentials’ Ayurvedic-forward cleanser is safe for coloured hair, blending Reetha, Hibiscus (Japapatti), Brahmi and Nagarmotha extracts with mild surfactants. It nourishes and strengthens strands while maintaining natural pigment, offering balance and care beyond just cleansing.

Schwarzkopf Professional Bonacure Colour Freeze shampoo

With a precisely balanced pH of 4.5, this shampoo helps stabilise colour pigments deep within the hair matrix. It strengthens the hair structure, preserves vibrancy and reduces fading over time.

Nexxus Colour Assure Replenishing Colour Care Shampoo

Formulated with elastin protein and quinoa, this shampoo replenishes moisture and enhances vibrancy in colour-treated hair for up to 40 washes and is a great shampoo for coloured treated hair since it restores softness and shine while protecting pigment integrity.

Olaplex No.4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo

A cult classic for damaged hair, Olaplex No.4 goes beyond cleansing with its bond-building technology. It repairs the internal structure and reduces breakage. N°4 is colour safe, it preserves colour brilliance while leaving hair soft and manageable.

Moroccanoil Colour Care Shampoo

Infused with argan oil, antioxidant-rich pomegranate extract, this gentle cleanser defends against colour fade while restoring hydration. It locks in colour by repairing and sealing the cuticle for superior retention and maintains vibrancy and shine while keeping strands soft and silky. A nourishing, oil-enriched choice for colour care with a luxe feel.

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Sonam Kapoor leaned into maximalist detailing with a custom Siddhartha Bansal ensemble styled by Rhea Kapoor and Sanya Kapoor. The look paired a cropped button-down with a matching bubble-hemmed skirt, layered under a full-sleeved bandhgala jacket. The voluminous skirt, cut right above her ankles, added shape to the otherwise boxy silhouette.

The rust-orange ensemble was decorated with a chintz pattern featuring scattered floral motifs in pumpkin orange, lavender and olive green. The jacket’s geometric print drew inspiration from the architectural patterns of Jodhpur’s jharokhas, while pockets reminiscent of old-timey coin purses added a nostalgic detail. It was worn open, revealing colourful necklaces—layers of green and red stones stacked with a striking gold pendant on a choker. Ghungroos on both ankles and deep red printed juttis completed the look, echoing the outfit’s ornate mood.

Kapoor amped up the drama with a one-of-a-kind oxidised silver elephant purse from Abhilasha Jewellery that sat playfully at her hip. Its black straps were adorned with tiny bells and chains.

Oversized chandbalis with red stones and pearls framed her face, while the makeup remained deliberately minimal—soft eyes and defined brows on a rosy base, finished with a sleek bun. Altogether, the look balanced eccentric whimsy with rich textiles, creating an outfit that fit right into the actor’s style repertoire.

For the opening of Bvlgari’s Serpenti Infinito exhibition at Nita Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre, Isha Ambani Piramal arrived in a look that sought to bridge heritage and modernity, pairing contemporary couture with storied jewels that carried both personal and cultural significance.

She wore a custom creation by Ashi Studio, a fashion house known for elevating couture to an art form. The deep, dark chocolate gown featured a corseted bodice that cinched the waist and was laced up delicately at the back. The skirt flared subtly into a soft mermaid hem, juxtaposing movement and weightlessness with the strong, defined upper silhouette. With its seamless mix of modern lines and old-world form, the dress became a canvas for her statement jewels to shine.

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Enhancing the look was the Serpenti Divine Monsoon necklace by Bvlgari, crafted in rose gold, with tanzanites, tourmalines, rubies and diamonds coiling dramatically around her neckline. To add a personal touch, Isha also wore a vintage yellow diamond Bvlgari ring, a piece from her mother Nita Mukesh Ambani’s private collection, acquired over 25 years ago in New York. The addition spoke volumes, not just of legacy and sentiment, but also of the generational dialogue that continues with heirloom pieces.

She wore her hair down, in voluminous waves, parted slightly off-centre to lend a natural, flowing ease. The clean, glossy finish paired with soft movement gave the look an editorial edge—sleek yet unforced, in line with the sculptural simplicity of her gown.

According to Swifties, The Life of a Showgirl proves Taylor Swift did not miss the so-called “diss track” on last summer’s hit Charli XCX album, Brat.

I put diss track in quotes because the 33-year-old British singer put out a PSA to fans that none of the album’s songs (aside from ‘Von Dutch’) fit into that category. “They’re really just about how it’s so complicated being an artist, especially a female artist, where you are pitted against your peers and also expected to be best friends with every single person constantly, when if you’re not, you’re deemed a bad feminist,” she said in a TikTok video in May 2024, adding, “That, to me is just like, such an unrealistic expectation.”

She continued, “These songs are kind of about how, as a woman, as an artist, some days you can feel on top of the world, some days you can feel unbelievably insecure, other days you can feel highly competitive. Sometimes you can feel like literal trash. And it’s really emotional and it’s complicated to deal with, and we’re not supposed to talk about it, but these songs do talk about it. And I’ll probably be chastised about it, but whatever, it’s reality.”

Following the release of Brat, Swift praised Charli in a Vulture profile while making no mention of the track fuelling feud rumours, ‘Sympathy Is a Knife.’

Now, fans believe she was saving her thoughts for The Life of a Showgirl. On October 1, the lyrics to ‘Actually Romantic’ made their way online ahead of the album’s official release, and fans didn’t wait for confirmation before starting to connect the dots.

Cosmic tip: Choose harmony and balance to find your focus once again.

What are your options, and what is keeping you indecisive? Sag, you are standing at the peak of a positively turning wheel of fortune and hello, you must take a chance and trust your gut, your ideas and your humungous dreams. If you won’t give yourself a shot, then who will? Whatever you are dreaming of is on the horizon; in fact, all that is on your plate is possible for you—but you must ask yourself if you really want all of it, or would you rather keep your standards high and energy-focused?

Cosmic tip: Your freedom begins in your inner worlds.

You are good. This is divinely timed, Capricorn, and you are ready to start afresh. This is your time to focus on what you need to get done instead of focusing on what the world around you is seeking from you. This is your time to trust the swiftness of your logic and the agility of the Universe to level things out. This is your time to take a break and simply not struggle to keep a strong facade. This is your time to perhaps even slump off for a short bit so that you can allow divine intervention to take place. This is your time to reassert your boundaries and gently pull away from anything that drains you.

Cosmic tip: Take a step back, but remember to release unwanted baggage.

Do you feel an affinity towards a particular animal, say horses, Aquarius? These wonderful creatures have a message for you. Whatever animal you feel drawn to, run a quick Google search to find your specific message. You may be at the beginning of something new, and you may be wondering how to make the most of it. You know, there is only one way for you—emotional maturity, gratification and alignment first. Take your time to set solid foundations, take your time to mature into the version of you that sits on your throne and simply do not take setbacks personally. Ask your assistants across the realms to support and guide you. You will be surprised at what conspires.

Cosmic tip: Find a balance between giving and receiving.

If you’ve been paying attention to voices in your head that keep reiterating—you can’t, it is time you objectively assessed their motives behind it. Pisces, that voice you heard in your childhood that said you cannot jump high enough—either was looking out for you or was simply basing your capabilities on their experiences. That voice you heard a long time ago that called you delusional—was in fact someone who is meant to create logically, starkly different from you. So don’t you allow these voices to become your own. Instead, try unearthing your inner voice and trust falling with it.

Cosmic tip: Set healthy boundaries and seek liberation from the confines of your own mind.

Oof, it may sure feel like one of those days when you simply want it to end before it even begins; however, Pisces, your angels want you to know that while everything may feel really up in the air, you are protected and shielded from it all. Imagine this day to be like one of those action movie climaxes where the protagonist emerges unscathed with a series of fireworks blowing up in the background. This is you—emerging from what feels like a crumbling, but what is actually setting you free. How do you wish to redesign your life from this point on? Go on.

Cosmic tip: Submerge yourself in the excitement of your present moment, where nothing is really set, but nothing is also totally fluid.

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How are you being called to step up and lead, Pisces? The life you are living is a direct result of your manifestations—so good or could-be-better, whatever the case may be—remember that it is a direct result of your thoughts, intentions and hard work. Stay consistent to make hay while the sun is shining, and if you think you can tweak something, make a plan and get going with it. You are here to be a shining example to yourself—to showcase all you can achieve and create of your life, and when the time is right, your tribe will arrive.

Cosmic tip: You are the oracle, you are the vision and you are the creator.

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What if you chose to come here to not fit into a box, instead to rise up and shine? Leo, your core personality traits are the very things your soul chose to experience and your innate need to be seen is part of your soul’s purpose. So your guides and angels come in heavy, reminding you to never give in on things you feel strongly and passionately about; to never squeeze yourself to a point where you don’t recognise yourself. Yes, you are here to learn to work in tandem with others as well, but also to honour yourself in equal measure.

Cosmic tip: Devote yourself to your core purpose and find the reason you want to be remembered for.

From feeling like you were getting the hang of things, building your kitty, your tribe and whatever else, to now, feeling like you are back on your own trying to get your stuff together—Virgo, yes life can feel a little topsy turvy. Your guides come in with a very strong message for you —to own each day as it comes. Your need for order and structure may supersede everything you do; yes, it is an inherent part of your personality. But they remind you that the main lesson you are here to master is being fully present, instead of chasing perfection. Ground your energy, focus on what is presently at hand and ask yourself what it is that you would much rather focus on—what is it that would make you feel gratified when you look back at this time 5- 10 years from this point. Choose that.

Cosmic tip: Look at karma as an opportunity to serve, not a lesson to learn.

You have moved beyond the challenges or outdated versions of your life, Libra and you are now elevating your vibe and your energy. Now, what this means is that the preset lessons you were here to live out have been successfully completed. And what you are now trodding onto next is where your soul really belongs. You are tapping into wisdom that you have gathered over lifetimes. You may feel called to travel to certain places or experience certain cultures that feel like you belong there in some way. And if, for some reason, you cannot do it in person, experience these via technology. This is your soul tying up loose ends and reclaiming what is originally your own.

For Reddy, Rodrigues and their teammates, 2011 felt like an inheritance—proof that inspiration has no gender, and that possibility, once glimpsed, can be claimed. Now, standing on the cusp of their own defining moment, they are in a position to ignite the dreams of countless young girls who will look up, watch and believe.

The Women’s ODI World Cup returns to India after 12 years. In 2013, you could barely tell a Women’s World Cup was in town—little branding, botched anthems and a home team that didn’t make it past the league stages. The present hums with possibility, and waits to roar.

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For Jhulan Goswami, the difference is stark. The world’s highest wicket-taker in women’s ODIs was part of that 2013 campaign. “The loss really shook us up,” she remembers. “Once it was over, somehow, we all got scattered. We, the Indian team members, didn’t speak to each other for two or three months. We didn’t want to meet anyone or face the public. We felt like we had let everyone down.”

Now retired and a coach with the Mumbai Indians franchise in the revolutionary Women’s Premier League (WPL), Goswami sounds the bugle. “It’s high time. The time for semi-finals and runners-up is gone. Everyone who has been part of this journey, big and small, deserves this World Cup. And to do it at home is a golden opportunity that won’t come every time.”