Our Take
Rated 4.6 stars from over 600 Ulta reviews, this protein-free leave-in spray from the Strength (purple) range is a lightweight protectant against the three things that do cumulative damage to colour-treated and heat-styled curls: UV exposure, heat, and environmental pollution. Non-greasy and quick-absorbing, it can go in before your leave-in on wash day, or be spritzed onto dry curls between washes without disrupting your existing style. If you colour your hair, spend significant time outdoors, or live in a city where pollution is a factor, this is the product to add when your curls start looking dull or feeling brittle despite a solid moisture routine.
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Our assessment — not the brand's claim
Curl Pattern
Porosity
Free From
Ingredients at a Glance
Water
Universal solvent and primary base of most hair products.
Abyssinian Oil Phytosterol Esters
Lightweight conditioning oil with excellent slip.
Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate
Olive-derived emollient with silky feel.
Yeast Extract
Nutrient-rich ferment extract.
Polyester-11
A synthetic polyester polymer that forms a soft, flexible film on hair strands. Contribute…
Free From
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How to Use
Apply to wet or damp hair after your leave-in conditioner on wash days. Spray the product throughout your strands, using the raking method for even distribution. Air dry or diffuse as usual. On non-wash days, apply to damp hair for protection against everyday aggressors.
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- Type
- Heat Protectant
- Line
- Strength
- Price tier
- mid
- Routine step
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