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200 ml bottle of Alpecin Grey Attack MAX Caffeine & Colour Shampoo; next to the cap is a yellow notice with the words "Optimised Formulation"
Effect of the anti-grey shampoo compared with close-up of hair before (greying) and after (darker) within orange arrow frames. The text underneath reads "BEFORE" and "AFTER" on a dark background.
The black shampoo liquid from Alpecin Grey Attack MAX is pouring into an open hand; above it is the text "Innovative 5,6-DHI formula"
A middle-aged man with a grey beard and dark hair is standing in a bathroom; next to him is the text "Natural Result: No dyed appearance"
A middle-aged man with a grey beard is washing his dark hair with Alpecin Grey Attack MAX Shampoo; next to him is the text "For maximum colour performance: Only 2-5 minutes processing time"
A 200 ml bottle of Alpecin Grey Attack MAX Caffeine & Colour Shampoo is slightly covered with foam and is standing on a bathroom shelf; next to it is the text "Highly recommended: Ideal for brown to black hair"
Back of a 200 ml bottle of Alpecin Grey Attack MAX Caffeine & Colour Shampoo
Three 200 ml bottles of Alpecin Grey Attack MAX Caffeine & Colour Shampoo are standing side by side
Two Alpecin Grey Attack products (Beard & Temples and Grey Attack Max Shampoo) placed side by side.

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Grey Attack MAX

Our strongest formula against grey hair

  • Maximum colour performance: Now with increased active ingredient concentration
  • Gradually darker hair after 2 weeks of daily use
  • Natural-looking color result, not like dyed
  • Leave on for at least 2 minutes
  • Only available here in the Alpecin Shop
€26.99200 ml (€134.95 / 1 l) • including VAT, plus shipping

Delivery options

For daily use, we recommend 200 ml per month.

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Average delivery time: 4-6 days. The exact delivery time will be calculated at checkout.

Free shipping on orders over 45 €

Aqua, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate, Sodium Chloride, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Panthenol, Caffeine, Dihydroxyindole, HC Blue No. 2, Coco-Glucoside, Menthol, Zinc PCA, Niacinamide, Glyceryl Oleate, Phosphoric Acid, PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate, Polyquaternium-7, Citric Acid, Sodium Sulfate, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Parfum, Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes, Linalyl Acetate, Limonene, Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil, CI 19140.

Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions.

Read and follow instructions:

  • This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16.
  • Temporary “black henna” tattoos may increase your risk of allergy.

Do not colour your hair if:

  • you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp, 
  • you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair,
  • you have experienced a reaction to a temporary “black henna” tattoo in the past.

Download: multi-language warning notice (pdf)

The highly concentrated ingredient 5,6-DHI reacts with oxygen and delivers maximum effectiveness when used correctly.
ESzW

Dr. Erik Schulze zur Wiesche

Head of Research & Development

Mode of action: 5,6-DHI + Alpecin Caffeine Complex

A black structural model against a white background represents the active ingredient 5,6-DHI in Alpecin Repigmentation Shampoos.

5,6-DHI repigments the hair

5,6-Dihydroxyindole, or 5,6-DHI for short, is a preliminary stage of the natural hair pigment melanin. When applied, 5,6-DHI binds directly to the hair, penetrates the hair shaft, and forms colour molecule chains in the hair with oxygen. The hair becomes darker.

Microscopic image of a hair root in brown and blue, intended to symbolise the effect of the Alpecin Caffeine Complex

Additionally, caffeine stimulates the hair root

Caffeine has been known for over 20 years for its stimulating effect on hair roots. It inhibits the breakdown of the intracellular messenger cAMP. As a result, more energy is available to the cells and cell growth is stimulated.

Caffeine is thus one of the most researched active ingredient of plant origin in hair science.

Microscopic image of a hair root in brown and blue, intended to symbolise the effect of the Alpecin Caffeine Complex.

Complementary Active Ingredients

Zinc and niacinamide promote energy metabolism and can help provide better nutrient supply to the hair roots.

Gradually less grey - after 2 weeks*

Effect of the anti-grey shampoo compared with close-up of hair before (greying) and after (darker) within orange arrow frames. The text underneath reads "BEFORE" and "AFTER" on a dark background.

  • Best suited for light brown to black hair.

    WARNING: May cause purple discolouration on white hair.

Application: Leave on for at least 2 minutes

From application to rinsing: a longer exposure time enhances the colour effect!

The number 1 symbolises that the shampoo should be used daily

Use daily

Use daily for the first few weeks until the desired colour result is achieved.

The diagram shows that the colour intensity of Grey Attack shampoos can be controlled by the duration of the application time and the frequency of use

Adjustable colour intensity

The colour intensity can be controlled by the exposure time and frequency of application. A visible colour effect is possible after 5-15 applications.

FAQ: Answers to your questions

Grey Attack MAX is ideal for men who have their first or already slightly more gray hair and want a quick colour result. It is best suited for light brown to black hair as a natural hair color. WARNING: Can cause violet discolouration on white hair.

Yes, Alpecin Grey Attack MAX is suitable for daily hair washing. It reliably removes sebum and dirt from the hair and scalp. No other shampoo needs to be used in addition to cleansing the hair. Important: Leave Grey Attack MAX on for 2-5 minutes – from application to rinsing.

The result depends on the condition and the amount of grey hair. The colour effect develops gradually and can become visible after just 2 weeks of daily use. Important: Leave Grey Attack MAX on for 2-5 minutes – from application to rinsing. The intensity of the colour effect can be increased by the length of the exposure time.

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* Ex vivo study on human hair strands