Refresh Absolu

Lightweight refresh spray to reactivate curls between washes

~CGM ModifiedCurl ManifestoContains ProteinStep: Refresh

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Kérastase

Kérastase UK

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Our Take

A second-day (or third-day) curl refreshing spray that rehydrates and reactivates definition without soaking hair. Lightweight enough not to cause reversion, and adds shine and bounce back to dried-out curls. Spray onto dry or slightly damp hair and scrunch gently to revive the curl pattern. Contains Amodimethicone and a hydrolysed protein derivative (Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol) — meaning it is cgm_modified and not protein-free. Useful for extending time between wash days, which benefits curl health overall.

Who is this for?

Our assessment — not the brand's claim

Curl Pattern

Porosity

LowNormalHigh

Free From

✓ Sulphate-Free✓ Paraben-Free

Ingredients at a Glance

⚠ 3 CGM-Flagged Ingredients

Water

Solvent

Universal solvent and primary base of most hair products.

Coconut Oil

Oil

Penetrating oil that reduces protein loss and moisturises.

Amodimethicone

✕ Avoid

Conditioning Agent

A modified silicone that is substantive to damaged hair. Deposits selectively on areas of …

Polyquaternium-37

Conditioning Agent

A cationic conditioning polymer that also acts as a thickener. Improves texture, adds slip…

Modified Vegetable Protein

Protein

A plant protein modified with a silane group, bridging protein and silicone functionality.…

Free From

✓ Sulphate-Free✓ Paraben-Free✓ Alcohol-Free

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How to Use

Shake well before use. Spray onto dry or slightly damp curls from approximately 20cm away, targeting sections that need rehydrating. Scrunch gently upwards to reactivate the curl pattern. Air dry or diffuse briefly to set. Use between wash days as needed — works best on day two or three hair.