What Kérastase Products Should I Use?

Everything you need to know about Kérastase hair care

Products from expert haircare brand Kérastase belong in a professional salon just as much as they do in your own bathroom.

Designed for both salon and home use, these gorgeous and innovative hair products transform tresses of any type, length, and style.

The incredibly expansive range, which has been developed since 1964, really has something for everyone. Choose from daily shampoos and conditioners, nourishing hair oils, masks, and treatments.

Known and loved for its tailored approach to haircare, this French brand offers many different collections designed for various hair concerns.

But if you've been a little confused by the whole range don't worry, you're not alone. We’re here to dissect the Kérastase collections so you can find out exactly which products to use to achieve enviable locks. Want a product recommendation fast? Try our Kérastase hair quiz to find the perfect product for you, in under 30 seconds

Watch Millie answer all your questions on the brand, including a breakdown of every single product family and what they're used for in the YouTube video below...



A Quick Introduction to Kérastase

Kérastase Paris was founded in 1964 as a professional haircare range offering continuous innovation to tackle specific haircare needs.

The brand has a care-first philosophy, dedicated to creating products that exceed expectations and go above and beyond to nourish and nurture all hair types.

Working alongside professional hairdressers and expert scientists, Kérastase haircare is often found in your favourite beauty salons, as it’s loved and trusted by all.

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What Is Kérastase Best Known For?

Designed by hairdressers and scientists, Kérastase products are packed with highly concentrated ingredients that work deep within hair fibres to create a resilient and healthy do.

The brand also tailors its collections to the individual hair needs of every woman and man. This means you can either follow one full haircare routine or mix and match products for a unique system that addresses the needs of your own tresses.

Since its formation, Kérastase has been adored worldwide. The brand has developed many iconic products that are loved by hairstylists and celebrities. If you’ve ever wondered, ‘How Does Emily Ratajkowski Always Have Perfect Hair?’, Kérastase is your answer!


The Kérastase Dictionary

It isn’t just the Kérastase range names that are French; it’s the extended titles too. This little language barrier can make choosing your haircare routine a little tricky. But don’t worry: we’ve put together a little dictionary to help you along the way. These common words crop up a lot as you shop Kérastase.

  • Anti-Pelliculaire: Anti-dandruff

  • Chromatique: For colour-treated hair

  • Crème: Leave-in cream to be used before blow-drying

  • Fluidealiste: Smoothing

  • Fondant: Conditioner

  • Masque: Hair mask treatment

  • Soleil: Sun care or after-sun care

  • Thermique: Heat protection


The Kérastase Range Explained:

If you want to start creating your own custom Kérastase haircare routine, you’ll need to find the best collections to tackle the individual needs of your hair type.

You may use products from different collections, or you may find that one collection is wholly perfect for you. Find out all about the different Kérastase products below.


The Kérastase Blonde Range - Blond Absolu

Blond Absolu has been specifically designed for blonde hair, whether it’s au naturel or artificially lightened. Expertly formulated with Hyaluronic Acid and Edelweiss Flower, this colour-care collection deeply nourishes damaged and dehydrated hair fibres, which are particularly prevalent amongst those with bleached hair. Blond Absolu also neutralises unwanted brassy tones for a vivid and bright finish.

This high-performance Kérastase blonde range currently has 5 products that take you through every step of your haircare routine.

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  • Kérastase Blond Absolu Bain Lumiere is a gentle daily shampoo that illuminates, hydrates, and cleanses blonde locks. This colour-friendly cleanser reveals brighter, healthier, more radiant tresses as it adds lightweight texture and body. Due to its mild formula, Bain Lumiere can be used as an everyday haircare treatment.

  • Kérastase Blond Absolu Bain Ultra-Violet is a hard-working purple shampoo. This formula will counterbalance yellow and brassy tones in both blonde and grey hair for a cool and brightened finish. Due to its stronger formula, we recommend using Bain Ultra-Violet once a week in place of Bain Lumiere.

  • Kérastase Blond Absolu Masque Ultra Violet is the best Kérastase hair mask for blonde hair. This intensive treatment will instantly banish discolouration while also helping to strengthen and soften hair fibres for a healthy and silky look and feel. For best use, apply Masque Ultra Violet weekly after using Bain Ultra-Violet and leave on your locks for up to 10 minutes.

  • Kérastase Blond Absolu Cicaflash Fondant is a lightweight conditioner that nourishes, protects, and moisturises damaged and vulnerable blonde and grey locks without weighing them down. This conditioner can be used after either Bain Lumiere or Bain Ultra-Violet. The formula is gentle enough for daily use. Apply Cicaflash Fondant directly to damp hair and leave on for up to 3 minutes.

  • Kérastase Blond Absolu Cicaplasme is a leave-in hair serum that provides long-lasting nourishment to blonde and grey hair, protects against heat damage, and seals split ends to prevent further breakage. This versatile treatment can be applied to the lengths of damp hair or dry hair, or used as an overnight treatment.

Read more about the Kérastase Blond Absolu range and our first impressions in Kérastase Has Just Dropped Their First Blonde Line… This Is What We Think.


The Kérastase Range for Mature Hair - Chronologiste

Just as you adapt your skincare routine to your age, you should also reconsider the products in your haircare regimen as you mature. The Chronologiste collection from Kérastase has been expertly designed to tackle the needs of ageing hair in one of the most luxurious Kérastase collections yet.

Providing a complete haircare ritual, the Chronologiste range transforms your tresses from the scalp to the ends, promoting youthful shine, fragrance, and bounce as it creates healthy, baby-soft strands. The collection is formulated with powerful active ingredients including antioxidants, vitamins, and hydrators to nourish, protect, and repair hair.

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  • Kérastase Chronologiste Regenerating Shampoo is a detoxifying shampoo that’s enriched with Abyssine to help rebalance the scalp and remove impurities. Regular use reveals refreshed and revitalised tresses. Delivering instant suppleness, shine, and strength, Revitalising Shampoo is the perfect first step in your haircare routine for ageing locks.

  • Kérastase Chronologiste Intense Regenerating Hair Mask is one of the most nourishing hair masks from Kérastase. This formula is packed full of the highest concentrations of potent active ingredients to deliver instant hydration and regeneration from the scalp to the ends. Working to improve both hair texture and shine, this hair mask can be used once a week to transform your tresses. Simply apply all over and leave on for up to 5 minutes.

  • Kérastase Chronologiste Parfum Fragrance Oil is the ultimate touch of luxury in your haircare routine. This aromatic, anti-ageing hair oil helps improve shine and nourishment while imparting a gorgeous, subtle scent inspired by master perfumer Alberto Morillas. Apply 1 to 2 pumps of the hair oil directly to the mid-lengths of damp or dry hair. Leave in to enjoy a long-lasting fragrance and supple touch.


The Kérastase Range for Fine and Thinning Hair - Densifique

Kérastase Densifique is a leading haircare range designed for thinning and fine hair to promote hair density, growth, and volume. Perfect for even the most lifeless locks, these treatments contain patented Stemoxydine to awaken dormant hair cells and accelerate hair growth.

Combined with texturising Polymers, Hyaluronic Acid, and B Vitamins, Densifique leaves hair hydrated, strengthened, and nourished, with a fuller look and feel. The Densifique collection features products to tackle the causes of both male and female hair loss.

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  • Kérastase Densifique Bain Densité Shampoo is a plumping shampoo designed to gently cleanse hair of impurities without adding weight or stripping out essential nutrients. Working to strengthen and smooth hair fibres, the lightweight formula ensures locks are restored with lush density and further thinning and breakage is prevented. Densifique Bain Densité Shampoo is gentle enough for daily use.

  • Kérastase Densifique Bain Dènsite Homme Shampoo is a daily treatment shampoo for men with thinning hair and who are experiencing hair loss. Combining Biotin, texturising Polymers, and Stemoxydine, this powerful shampoo instantly thickens hair and refreshes the scalp to combat the common causes of male pattern balding.

  • Kérastase Densifique Fondant Densité is a lightweight conditioner that nourishes and hydrates fine and thinning hair without ever leaving it feeling heavy or greasy. Adding body and volume to lacklustre locks, this featherlight yet creamy conditioner is perfect for even the finest of hair. Simply apply after using Bain Densité Shampoo and leave on for up to 3 minutes before thoroughly rinsing.

  • Kérastase Densifique Masque Densité is an intensive hair growth mask that creates hair substance and accelerates growth to reveal a new do full of lustre and density. Regenerating the hair from the roots to the ends, this fast-acting treatment is best for those with medium to coarse hair who are experiencing hair loss. For best results, use as a weekly treatment on towel-dried hair and leave on for up to 5 minutes.

  • Kérastase Densifique Femme Cures is a 3-month treatment programme that’s been formulated to maximise hair growth and density, boosting volume in the hair to reveal a luscious mane. Working to accelerate hair growth and strengthen breakage-prone hair, this nourishing treatment should be massaged into the hair and scalp once a day for 3 months to guarantee amazing results.

  • Kérastase Densifique Homme Cures works in a similar way to Femme Cures but has been designed to tackle the specific needs of men’s hair and target the causes of hair loss within men. Increasing fullness and hair density, this powerful treatment programme will leave hair looking shiny, healthy, and full of volume and body.


The Kérastase Range for Frizzy Hair - Discipline

For unruly and hard-to-manage hair, look no further than the Kérastase Discipline collection. Designed to target flyaways, frizz, and otherwise troublesome locks, this Pro-Keratin collection strengthens the hair, improves elasticity, and smooths the surface to make even the most difficult do’s completely manageable.

  • Kérastase Discipline Smoothing Shampoo is an ultra-gentle, sulphate-free shampoo that’s best for over-processed, chemically treated, and unmanageable hair. Working to deliver instant fluidity and softness without the use of harsh sulphates, this nourishing shampoo is a must-have for sensitised hair.

  • Kérastase Discipline Fluidealiste Smoothing Conditioner is a lightweight and mild conditioner, perfect for frizzy and dull locks. Delivering smooth-in-motion care to even the unruliest hair types, this anti-frizz shampoo provides instant shine, fluidity, and hydration to nourish and control the hair. Fondant Fluidealiste conditioner is best for those with normal to sensitised hair and for those who suffer from frizz and loss of lustre.

  • Kérastase Discipline Keratine Thermique Creme 150ml is a leave-in treatment to smooth and tame unruly and frizz-prone locks. This nourishing blow-dry milk should be applied to damp hair. It will help smooth frizz and flyaways while adding shine and making hair easier to style and manage. Keratine Thermique Creme will also help protect locks against humidity and heat. We recommend applying this treatment after using Bain Fluidealiste Shampoo and Fondant Fluidealiste conditioner.


The Kérastase Range for Strengthening Hair - Elixir Ultime

The Elixir Ultime collection from Kérastase harnesses the nourishing powers of botanical oils to condition, hydrate, and strengthen the hair. Antioxidant-rich Argan Oil repairs and rebuilds hair fibres. Emollient Maize Oil locks in hydration. Camellia Oil smooths flyaways and frizz. And Pracaxi Oil works to condition strands.

Elixir Ultime is perfect for all hair types, as any mane can benefit from the nourishment of oils throughout the whole day. Discover how to use Kérastase Elixir Ultime to enjoy healthier and revitalised tresses.

  • Kérastase Elixir Ultime Beautifying Hair Oil is a haircare must-have no matter your hair type. This multipurpose hair oil absorbs fully into locks to hydrate, strengthen, protect, and condition. The result: a healthy do that’s full of luminosity. Beautifying Hair Oil can be used as a pre-cleanse to remove impurities; as an intensive conditioning leave-in mask; as a treatment before blow-drying; to control frizz and shine after blow-drying; and for retouches throughout the day.

Find out more about the amazing Beautifying Hair Oil in The Reviews Will Convince You to Try This Hair Treatment


The Kérastase Range for Dry and Damaged Hair - Nutritive

Enjoy long-lasting hydration and nourishment with the Nutritive collection from Kérastase. Expertly crafted with different formulas for various hair types and textures, this range is perfect for dry, damaged, and sensitised hair—no matter whether you have coarse, medium, or fine locks.

Working to deliver an instant moisture surge, Nutritive haircare intensely reinforces and strengthens hair fibres while providing antioxidant protection to prevent further dryness, damage, and breakage. Even the driest hair will be left radiant and healthy, with a soft-to-touch finish.

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  • Kérastase Nutritive Satin 1 Shampoo for Normal to Dry Hair 250ml is a deeply hydrating shampoo, free of drying cleansing agents typically found in traditional shampoos. Instead, this nourishing daily shampoo removes impurities and product build-up while making hair highly manageable and ready for further treatments. This shampoo is also available in a richer version for coarse hair Kérastase Nutritive Satin Riche Shampoo for Dry Hair.

  • Kérastase Nutritive Lait Vital Conditioner for Dry Hair 200ml is the best next step in your daily haircare routine if you have dry or sensitised hair. While most conditioners for dry hair are targeted towards coarse hair, this lightweight yet rich conditioner provides long-lasting hydration and smooths unruly locks without ever feeling heavy or greasy.

  • Kérastase Nutritive Hair Mask for Dry Thick Hair is a deeply hydrating and conditioning mask that’s designed to transform the thickest and coarsest dry hair. Providing intense nourishment and long-lasting hydration, this rich and emollient hair mask replenishes dry and damaged hair to make it incredibly manageable, soft, and smooth. You’ll see renewed radiance after only one use. Leave on for up to 10 minutes for maximum benefits. An option for fine hair is also available - Kérastase Nutritive Hair Mask for Dry Fine Hair

  • Kérastase Nutritive Nectar Thermique 150ml is a leave-in heat protector crafted for dry and dehydrated hair. Preventing roughness, dullness, and damage, this nourishing blow-dry milk lotion uses Thermo-Seal Glazing Technology to smooth and hydrate hair while adding a healthy shine. Apply directly to towel-dried hair and detangle your hair with a comb. Follow by blow-drying and styling as usual.

  • Kérastase Nutritive 8HR Magic Night Hair Serum is a must-have hair treatment for dry and dehydrated hair. Suitable for both coarse and fine hair, this nourishing overnight serum helps hydrate, protect, strengthen, and detangle while improving softness and manageability. This serum will transform dry ends and impart a gorgeous luminosity, allowing you to wake up to smoother, healthier locks effortlessly. Discover more about this miraculous serum in This Serum Is Magic, But It’s Not for Your Skin.


The Kérastase Color Safe Range - Chroma Absolu

If you’ve been hopping on every hair trend that pops up your feed, or you just can’t decide whether blonde or brunette suits you better, your hair is most likely in need of the Kérastase Chroma Absolu.

The range includes shampoo, conditioner, serum, masks, and treatments packed full of powerful antioxidants and amino acids thanks to its key ingredient Centella Asiatica, that helps to calm, heal, soothe inflammation, and stimulate new growth.

Packed with essential amino acids to heal damage and stimulate new growth—all while protecting existing colour. Your hair will be soft, shiny, and strong, frizz-free and with less visible breakage. 

  • Kérastase Chroma Absolu Bain Shampoo 250ml is your first step to better hair. If your hair changes with the seasons or you’ve been colouring it for years, the Kérastase Chroma Absolu Shampoo aims to reverse colour damage and rebuild the hair whilst maintaining and preserving existing colour. This shampoo will smooth hair and reduce frizz caused by over processing, leaving you with stronger, shinier hair. It gently cleanses the scalp, leaving behind a healthy environment for new growth and nourishing existing hair follicles. Chroma Absolu Shampoo is available in two different formulas, so whether your hair is thick or thin, you can expect a complete transformation with the Kérastase Chroma Absolu Shampoo.

  • Kérastase Chroma Absolu Fondant Conditioner 200ml28: Complete your Kérastase Chroma Absolu routine with the Fondant Conditioner. This conditioner works miracles on colour damaged locks, packed with amino acids to revitalise the hair and its key ingredient Centella Asiatica to soothe inflammation. Kérastase Chroma Absolu Fondant Conditioner is highly nourishing yet super lightweight and can be used as a daily conditioner. And don’t worry, it helps to maintain and preserve existing colour so you don’t have to choose between healthy and boring hair! 

  • Treatments and masks are the perfect way to add extra nourishment alongside your hair washing routine. Whether you prefer something that can be rinsed out or left in to work its magic, Kérastase’s range of concentrated formulas are a saviour for hair. When colour treated hair requires some serious damage control, apply the Kérastase Chroma Absolu Masque 200ml for an instant boost of nourishment.

  • Coloured hair needs to be treated with care, so using a heat protectant is essential–and the Kérastase Chroma Absolu Thermique Treatment 150ml is specifically formulated for coloured hair. All products in the Chroma Absolu range are packed full of powerful antioxidants and amino acids thanks to its key ingredient Centella Asiatica, that helps to calm, heal, soothe inflammation, and stimulate new growth.


The Kérastase Range for Growing Damaged Hair - Resistance

Restore damaged hair with the intensive Resistance collection from Kérastase. Formulated to rebuild the internal structure of weakened and vulnerable locks, these deeply nourishing haircare products reinforce even the most damaged hair from root to tip.

  • Kérastase Résistance Extentioniste Bain Shampoo is the perfect first step in repairing and growing damaged hair. This powerful shampoo is infused with a unique blend of restorative ingredients that help rebuild weak hair and restore the hair fibre. Preventing further breakage, Résistance Extentioniste Bain Shampoo is a great way to encourage hair growth, keeping hair strong and healthy.

  • Kérastase Résistance Extentioniste Fondant Conditioner should be applied after Résistance Extentioniste Bain Shampoo to lock in hydration and condition the hair strands. Extentioniste Fondant Conditioner contains two must-have ingredients for growing hair. Maleic Acid works by penetrating the hair fibre to seal the cuticle, preventing more damage, while Ceramides soften the hair to eradicate roughness. Once a week, use Kérastase Résistance Extentioniste Masque instead, a rich and emollient formula full of high concentrations of active ingredients, to obtain long-lasting, dramatic benefits.

  • Kérastase Résistance Extentioniste Thermique is a heat protectant lotion for damaged hair. Heat protectants are important for all hair types. But if your hair is already damaged, thermal protection is a step that mustn’t be skipped, as heat exposure will damage your already-vulnerable locks even more. This nourishing styling cream can be used before blow-drying and hot tools to strengthen tresses while protecting them against further damage.

  • Kérastase Résistance Extentioniste Serum 50ml is a high-performance Kérastase hair growth serum that fortifies hair, helps hair achieve greater length, and repairs damage caused by heat and chemicals. Containing high concentrations of restorative ingredients, this lightweight, leave-in treatment works to repair both the hair strands and the scalp while protecting against further damage.

  • Kérastase Résistance Bain Force Architecte is part of the Force Architecte collection of the Kérastase Resistance range, designed for very damaged hair that may seem beyond repair. This incredibly mild and gentle shampoo is infused with Pro-Keratin to restructure hair and undo hair damage. Ceramides soften and smooth hair follicles. Still providing a thorough cleanse to remove impurities, this is a must-have shampoo for extremely weak tresses.

  • Kérastase Resistance Masque Force Architecte is an intensive treatment that gives a second chance to hair that’s been damaged and overprocessed by chemicals or heat. Leaving locks feeling strong and smooth, this highly effective reconstructing hair mask will restore even the most brittle locks. You’ll see maximum bounce and vitality, and an overall healthier do.

  • Kérastase Resistance Ciment Thermique Treatment 150ml is an everyday anti-breakage treatment to provide exceptionally high heat protection to very damaged and brittle hair. A must-have in your haircare routine, this lotion milk should be applied before blow-drying and using hot tools to resurface, reinforce, and protect your tresses.

Amelia from our Customer Service Team shares her hair breakage journey and how she saved her bleached & damaged hair in the YouTube video below...


The Kérastase Range for a Healthy Scalp - Specifique

A healthy scalp means healthy hair. So, if you’re having problems with your tresses, you may want to take a closer look at your scalp to identify the cause. The Specifique collection from Kérastase has been designed to support scalp health and address common concerns such as dandruff, hair loss, itchiness, and excessively oily roots.

Providing exfoliation and hydration to purify and rebalance an unhealthy scalp, Specifique hair care products will leave your hair and scalp feeling calmer and healthier.

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  • Kérastase Specifique Balancing Shampoo has been expertly formulated for regulating oily scalps and removing excess oils and impurities without stripping moisture and nutrients. Delivering a thorough cleanse without causing irritation or dryness, Balancing Shampoo helps minimise the overproduction of sebum and allows hair fibres to regain their natural lustre. We love this one so much that we named it The Best Shampoo for Oily, Colour-Treated Hair.

  • Kérastase Specifique Bain Vital Dermo-Calm Shampoo is an incredibly gentle and mild shampoo that’s been created with sensitive and irritated scalps in mind. Traditional shampoos are often full of harsh cleansing agents, which can irritate reactive skin. Bain Vital Dermo-Calm Shampoo instead soothes and calms the scalp as it cleanses. Removing impurities and alleviating irritations, this formula rejuvenates hair for a fresher and healthier look and feel. Follow with Kérastase Specifique Masque Hydra-Apaisant once a week to further soothe the scalp and provide long-lasting hydration.

  • Kérastase Specifique Aminexil Force R is a high-performance, 6-week treatment to preserve hair density and counteract hair loss. Working to prevent the hardening of collagen and reduce scalp irritation, this intensive serum helps stimulate activity and hair growth for healthy and strong tresses.


The Kérastase Range for Hair Fall - Genesis

The Kérastase Genesis range is the first range of its kind designed for both hair fall and breakage. Supercharged with ingredients like Ginger Root, Edelweiss Native Cells and Ameixel, this effective range protects and also hydrates.

Ideal for weak and damaged hair types, this range also diminishes the risk of future or potential hair loss.



How to Use Kérastase Products

The great thing about Kérastase is that you can use its products in two ways. Option one is to pull your entire haircare routine from one complete collection, which offers everything from shampoo and conditioner to extra masks and serums.

Or create a completely tailored routine: mixing and matching is a wonderful way to create a haircare routine that works for your hair type, length, and lifestyle.

Rest assured that all your Kérastase products are of the highest quality and contain only the finest ingredients.

Is Kérastase Really Worth It?

Kérastase products might be slightly pricier than what you’re used to spending on haircare. But if you want a truly tailored approach and professional, high-performance products, then Kérastase is definitely worth the investment!

These formulas contain only the best-quality ingredients in high concentrations to deliver dramatic and nourishing benefits to your locks. You’ll both feel and see the difference when making the switch to Kérastase.

You’ll also ensure that your individual hair type and needs are being catered for with customised haircare products.


So, What is the Best Kérastase Product for Your Hair Type?

For Blonde and Fine Hair
For Dry and Thinning Hair
For Mature and Lacklustre Hair


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