WHAT CAN CAUSE MY HAIR TO LOOK DULL?
*Illustration of the contemplated results after
applying the product Elixir Ultime Huile Originale
What Does Dull Hair Look Like?
The characteristics of dull hair can best be described by lacking shine, radiance and luster, whilst feeling rough to the touch with an uneven frizzy surface.
Dull hair may be harder to detangle and might look heavier on the head. This does not mean that dull hair is dry or damaged, but often it lacks vitality and movement.
In short, dull hair misses that healthy bounce, flexibility and radiant shine.
Dull Hair Causes
Dull hair can be caused by product build-up and general oil build-up from your scalp.
To make things that bit more confusing, dull hair can be a result of infrequent washing or over washing. Hard water minerals can cause hair to lose its luster and shine. While aging hair can become dull hair from a lack of nutrients and long-term exposure to sun, heat styling, chemicals or pollution.
HOW HAIR OILS CAN BRIGHTEN DULL HAIR & RESTORE SHINE
Think about the hair in the same way you would your skin. If your complexion was looking dull you would likely lean on exfoliators, hydration and oils to smooth, nourish and restore that healthy glow. Well, your hair requires that same level of TLC - tender loving care - . When you’re tackling dullness, you want to think about improving elasticity, increasing shine and strength through restoration.
HAIR OIL: THE QUICKEST WAY TO BRIGHTEN DULL HAIR
If you’re in need of a quick fix, hair oil is your friend. Our iconic Kérastase Elixir Ultime is a bestseller for a reason.
The new and improved formula is a versatile leave-in hair oil that has incredible anti-frizz properties, leaving hair protected, shiny and soft. And what’s more, it works on all hair types.
The new formula is made with Wild Camellia and French Camellia, that in combination provides nourishment, illumination, and softness. Incredibly lightweight, it melts into the hair for instant hydration and nourishment.
You can expect up to 2x shinier hair for 48H*’, up to 70% instant softness**, and up to 4 days anti-frizz***.
Got more time? You can use the oil as a pre-cleanse treatment. Work through the lengths and ends for a few minutes before shampooing your hair, this works to detangle the hair resulting in no snags and less breakage (and, as we know, dull hair gets tangled!).
*Instrumental test vs unwashed hair
**Instrumental test on sensitised hair
***Instrumental test
The best routine for dull hair
Is your dull hair in desperate need? Let’s take a look at 3 easy things you can and the dull hair products you need to restore your hair to its shiny, bouncy best.
HYDRATE YOUR DRY HAIR
Step 1:
HYDRATE
Nutritive Bain Satin by Kérastase is a gentle hydrating shampoo for dry hair.
The gentle formula of this protein enriched shampoo deeply cleanses dry hair and restores hairs softness.
This moisturising shampoo revitalises shine and strengthens hair.
Up to 45% softer hair* and up to 90% more shine**.
*Instrumental test vs sensitised hair
**Instrumental test vs pre-washed hair
Step 2:
NOURISH
Lait Vital by Kérastase is an intensely nourishing ultra-light detangling conditioner for fine to medium-dry hair.
The conditioning formula contains lipids & vitamins to help nourish, detangle and smooth dry hair.
Up to +116% more shine* and up to 99% stronger hair**.
*Instrumental test, vs pre-washed hair
**Combing test, vs classical shampoo on sensitised hair
Step 3:
ADD SHINE
As we mentioned, hair oil is the quickest fix needed by dull hair, and Elixir Ultime is famous for that.
But hair oils work over time to nourish, detangle and improve shine, which is why investing in a hair routine rich in precious oils is a smart choice when fighting dullness.
Oils coat the fiber of the hair imparting shine and infusing the dull hair with antioxidant protection and hydration and our oil-rich haircare won’t weigh down your hair fibers.
Any hair type can use a hair oil, it’s just a matter of knowing which on to choose to best suit your hair’s needs.
ILLUMINATE YOUR BLONDE
Step 1:
MOISTURISE
Blond Absolu Bain Lumière by Kérastase is a moisturising shampoo for all types of blonde wanting healthier, shinier hair.
It’s specially formulated with Hyaluronic Acid and Edelweiss Flowers Extract, to deliver the ultimate hydrating illuminating shampoo.
Hair is 8x shinier*and 11x stronger*.
*Instrumental test after the application of Bain Lumière + Cicaflash
Step 2:
FORTIFY
Blond Absolu Cicaflash Conditioner with Hyaluronic Acid by Kérastase is an intense fortifying conditioner that softens hair and prevents breakage for all different types of blonde hair.
This nourishing Hyaluronic Acid conditioner is our ultimate hybrid: it combines the intense nourishing performance of a mask with the lightweight finish of a conditioner. It deeply nourishes the hair strands.
Hair is up to 71% softer* and +98% stronger*.
*Instrumental test after application of Cicaflash Conditioner
**Instrumental test using Bain Lumiere + Cicaflash + Huile cicaextreme on bleached hair
Step 3:
ADD SHINE
As we mentioned, hair oil is the quickest fix needed by dull hair, and Elixir Ultime is famous for that.
But hair oils work over time to nourish, detangle and improve shine, which is why investing in a hair routine rich in precious oils is a smart choice when fighting dullness.
Oils coat the fiber of the hair imparting shine and infusing the dull hair with antioxidant protection and hydration and our oil-rich haircare won’t weigh down your hair fibers.
Any hair type can use a hair oil, it’s just a matter of knowing which on to choose to best suit your hair’s needs.
TREAT DAMAGED HAIR
Step 1:
DECALCIFY
Kérastase Premiére Decalcifying Repairing Shampoo is a decalcifying, repairing shampoo for all types of over processed or damaged hair.
This professional-level shampoo gently cleanses the scalp and hair while removing excess calcium*, which further weakens treated hair.
*Instrumental test, when using full Premiére routine.
Step 2:
REPAIR
Premiére Anti-Rigidity Decalcifying Repairing Conditioner is our first decalcifying repairing conditioner for all types of damaged hair.
It works to recreate hair’s natural movement and bounce when used as part of the Première routine strengthening the fibre.
Instantly, movement and bounce are restored to over-processed or bleached hair.
Step 3:
ADD SHINE
As we mentioned, hair oil is the quickest fix needed by dull hair, and Elixir Ultime is famous for that.
But hair oils work over time to nourish, detangle and improve shine, which is why investing in a hair routine rich in precious oils is a smart choice when fighting dullness.
Oils coat the fiber of the hair imparting shine and infusing the dull hair with antioxidant protection and hydration and our oil-rich haircare won’t weigh down your hair fibers.
Any hair type can use a hair oil, it’s just a matter of knowing which on to choose to best suit your hair’s needs.
