Kérastase Curl Manifesto Bain Hydration Douceur is a gentle, sulphate-free hydrating shampoo for curly, wavy and coily hair. Enriched with manuka honey, it cleanses without stripping — leaving dry, frizz-prone curls soft, hydrated and more defined from the first wash.

Benefits
  • Gentle cleanse — sulphate-free formula washes without stripping natural oils.
  • Deep hydration — manuka honey softens dry curls and boosts moisture.
  • More definition — reveals the natural curl pattern with less frizz.
  • Lightweight — hydrates without weighing curls down, so they stay bouncy.
How to use
  1. Apply to wet hair and massage a rich lather through the scalp.
  2. Rinse, and repeat for a second cleanse if needed.
  3. Follow with Hydratation Essentielle conditioner.
Who it's for

Best for curly, wavy or coily hair that runs dry or frizzy. Learn why a sulphate-free shampoo suits curls, or explore the full Kérastase range.

Specifications

Brand
Kérastase
Size
250ml
Format
Liquid
Hair concerns
Dry, Frizzy
Suitable for
Curly,All hair types,Dry

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Kérastase Curl Manifesto Bain Hydratation Douceur is a sulfate-free creamy hydrating shampoo for wavy, curly, and coily hair. Part of the Kérastase Curl Manifesto range — the brand's dedicated curl-care line. Gently cleanses and hydrates without stripping curls' natural oils or disrupting curl pattern.

Best for: all curl types — wavy (2A–2C), curly (3A–3C), very curly (3A–3C tighter), and coily (4A–4C) hair; daily cleansing for naturally textured hair; the cleansing step in a Curl Manifesto routine paired with Hydratation Essentielle conditioner, Masque Beurre Haute Nutrition weekly, Crème de Jour, Huile Sublime Repair, and Gélée Curl Contour for styling.
Less suited to: straight or fine non-curly hair (use a range matched to the hair concern — Nutritive, Discipline, or Elixir Ultime); chemically processed bleached curls primarily needing colour care (use Blond Absolu Bain Lumière alongside Curl Manifesto leave-ins); colour-treated curls where colour care is the priority (combine Chroma Absolu cleansing with Curl Manifesto styling); severely damaged hair primarily needing protein reconstruction (use Resistance Bain Force Architecte or Thérapiste).

Key actives:
- Patented Ceramide — developed over 4 years of research; fills cracks in the hair cuticle and reinforces weak hair from within, improving moisture retention
- Manuka Honey (New Zealand) — ultra-rich in micronutrients; delivers moisture boost and restores shine
- Glycerin — humectant that defines curls and supports hydration
- Sulfate-free, paraben-free, mineral-oil-free cleansing base — gentle on curls
- Coco-Glucoside and Coco-Betaine — mild plant-derived surfactants

Benefits:
- Gently cleanses without stripping natural oils or disrupting curl pattern
- Hydrates and softens thirsty strands without weighing curls down
- Reinforces weak curls and improves moisture retention with each wash
- Up to 83% more hydration with full Curl Manifesto system (Kérastase instrumental test)
- Suitable for daily use across all curl and coil types

How to use: Wet hair and remove excess water. Apply a quarter-sized amount to the scalp first, then coat lengths from top to ends. Avoid rubbing or lathering from side to side — apply in a downward motion to preserve curl pattern. Massage gently. Rinse with water in a downward direction to emphasise the curl pattern. Follow with Hydratation Essentielle conditioner, or Masque Beurre Haute Nutrition for deeper weekly treatment.

Format: 250ml shampoo. Also available in 500ml professional/salon size.

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