What Does Dull Hair Look Like?
*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 and radiant shine.
Dull Hair Causes
Dull hair can be caused by a variety of factors including product build-up and oil build-up from your scalp.
Dull hair can be a result of infrequent washing or over washing.
HOW TO 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, moisturizers and oils to smooth, nourish and restore that healthy glow. Your hair requires some of these practices too. When you’re tackling dull hair, you want to think about improving elasticity and increasing shine and strength.
HAIR OIL: THE INSTANT FIX
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 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 which provides nourishment, illumination, and softness to the hair. Incredibly lightweight, it melts into the hair for instant hydration without any weight down.
Hair is 10X smoother*, 10X stronger*, and has 92% more shine** when using Elixir Ultime.
If you have a bit more time, you can use the oil as a pre-cleanse treatment. Work the hair oil 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.
*vs non-conditioning shampoo
**vs unwashed hair
THE FULL ROUTINE FOR SHINY HAIR
Let’s take a look at 4 steps you can incorporate into your routine for your best hair yet.
Step 1:
Scalp Scrubs & Treatments
You can detox your scalp and remove unwanted build-up from your hair with a scalp scrub. This will help lift away unwanted oils and leave your roots more lifted and, in turn, your hair bouncier.
Our scrub Énergisant Purifying Scalp Scrub, with sea salt and salicylic acid, deep cleanses the scalp and hair - removing build-up for 6x more shiny hair* and 79% more hair volume 24 hours after application.
*versus unwashed hair
Step 2:
Repairing Treatments
Get your hair extra shiny by repairing existing damage. Using a Pre-Shampoo Treatment like Premiere Concentre before shampooing will help repair damage and leave the cuticle smoother and stronger.
Layer the shampoo on top of the pre-shampoo for optimal results.
Step 3:
Hair Oils
Hair oil is the best quick fix for dull hair, and Elixir Ultime is our bestselling hair oil that adds 92% more shine* to dull strands.
But hair oils also work over time to nourish, detangle and improve shine. Investing in a hair routine with hydrating oils is a smart choice when looking to optimize your shine.
**vs unwashed hair
Step 4:
Heat Protectants
We all love a great blowout, but sometimes the extra heat can leave hair frizzy and dry looking.
To protect strands and keep them shiny and healthy, using a heat protectant on damp hair before heat styling will leave hair nourished rather than brittle. Try any of our favorite Thermiques for your heat styling needs.
DULL HAIR TIPS FROM THE PROFESSIONALS
Boost shine and fight tangles with a hair Oil
STYLIST QUOTE
« Who doesn't want gloriously glossy hair?
Elixir Ultime - and its wild camellia oils - provides long-lasting shine and smoothness with a lightweight finish. »
HOVIG ETOYAN | GLOBAL PROFESSIONAL AMBASSADOR
Get stronger, shinier hair with a nourishing shampoo
STYLIST QUOTE
« Want softer, shinier, and stronger hair? Look no further. After cleansing my hair, I am in fragrance heaven! The amount of restoration and regeneration my hair had after just one use is amazing. This will definitely be in my shower from now on! »
DRU OSLER | @DRUOSLER | CONNECTICUT
