Our pick of Kérastase for dry hair, from everyday hydration for fine hair to rich nourishment for coarse, very dry lengths. Most of it comes from the Nutritive range, chosen by how thick your hair is, with Gloss Absolu for dry hair that frizzes and loses its shine. Everything is genuine Kérastase at 25% off RRP.
Buying guide
| Your hair | Shampoo | Conditioner or mask | Before blow-drying |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fine to medium, dry | Bain Satin, $46.50 (RRP $62) | Lait Vital, $54 (RRP $72) | Lotion Thermique Sublimatrice, $54 (RRP $72) |
| Medium to thick, very dry | Bain Satin Riche, $46.50 (RRP $62) | Masquintense Riche, $71.25 (RRP $95) | Nectar Thermique, $54 (RRP $72) |
| Long, frizzy, lacking shine | Hydra-Glaze Shampoo, $48 (RRP $64) | Insta Glaze Conditioner, $57.75 (RRP $77) | Gloss Absolu Spray, $63.75 (RRP $85) |
| Thick and frizzy | Crème Hydra-Glaze Shampoo, $48 (RRP $64) | Crème Hydra-Glaze Mask, $75 (RRP $100) | Frizz-Glaze Cream, $63.75 (RRP $85) |
Look at your ends. If they feel straw-like or snap when you run your fingers through, choose Bain Satin Riche. It also suits a scalp that feels tight or itchy and needs a gentle wash. Fine hair that is only a little dry usually does better on Bain Satin, which rinses out light. Either way, add Masquintense (fine to medium) or Masquintense Riche (medium to thick) once or twice a week.
An oil is for daily shine and frizz control. Elixir Ultime L'Huile Originale suits all hair types and adds heat protection; start with one drop. On fine hair, use it on damp hair before blow-drying rather than as a finisher. Glaze Drops are lighter, with a dropper, for long hair that frizzes. An overnight serum does the work while you sleep. One pump of 8H Magic Night Serum through the lengths before bed restores hydration and helps protect against pillow friction. Read more in our guide to the best Kérastase serum.
No serum can join a split back together, so book a trim to take off what is already split. Then use five drops of Nutri-Supplement Split Ends Serum on the ends to seal and smooth them and help protect against breakage. If the dryness starts at the root, Nutri-Supplement Scalp Serum hydrates the scalp. Kérastase pairs the two, and that is the combination we recommend for long, dry hair.
Frizz-Glaze Cream is built for Gold Coast humidity. It is silicone-free and keeps a blow-dry smooth for days. Apply a little more at the hairline and crown, where frizz shows first, and dry each section completely, because any dampness left in is where frizz comes back. For long hair, Gloss Absolu Spray detangles, protects up to 230°C and holds off frizz in high humidity. For more, see Nutritive and Gloss Absolu.
Still not sure? Visit us in Oxenford or Upper Coomera and our stylists will help you choose.
