Bain Hydra-Glaze is the hydra-illuminating shampoo that opens the Gloss Absolu ritual. Made for long hair prone to frizz, it cleanses lightly while flooding the fibre with shine-boosting care — so hair feels clean, looks glossy, and moves with bounce instead of weight.

Results
  • Long-lasting cleanliness
  • Up to 4 days anti-frizz*
  • Up to 4 days glossy hair*

*Consumer test after application of Bain + Fondant + Oil.

Why It Works

The Gloss Absolu hydra-glazing trio does the heavy lifting: Hyaluronic Acid plumps and hydrates the fibre, Glycolic Acid smooths the cuticle into a light-reflecting surface, and Wild Rose in Oil adds gloss and a barrier against humidity — working from the very first wash.

Who It's For

Long hair prone to frizz that wants clean, glossy shine and bounce without heaviness. For thick, coarse hair needing a richer, more nourishing cleanse, choose Bain Crème Hydra-Glaze instead.

How to Use

Massage into wet hair, lather through the lengths, and rinse. Follow with Fondant Insta Glaze conditioner, then finish on dry hair with a few Glaze Drops.

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Specifications

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

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Kérastase Gloss Absolu Bain Hydra-Glaze is a high-shine, hydra-illuminating shampoo for fine to medium hair prone to frizz. Part of the Kérastase Gloss Absolu range — the brand's newest anti-frizz, high-shine system built around hyaluronic acid, glycolic acid, and Wild Rose in Oil. High-foaming gel formula cleanses scalp buildup, tightens cuticles, and delivers up to 4 days of glossy, bouncy, frizz-controlled hair.

Best for: long, fine to medium hair that gets frizzy in humidity or after styling; dull, lifeless hair that needs surface refinement and shine; the cleansing step in the Gloss Absolu routine paired with Fondant Insta Glaze, Glaze Milk, and Glaze Drops; daily-use shampoo for shine-focused haircare.
Less suited to: medium to thick hair prone to frizz (use Gloss Absolu Bain Crème Hydra-Glaze instead — sulfate-free, richer in the same range); dry, voluminous frizzy hair needing nourishment (use Kérastase Discipline Bain Oléo-Relax or Bain Fluidealiste); damaged hair primarily needing repair (use Resistance or Première ranges); blonde hair needing tone correction (use Blond Absolu Bain Ultra-Violet); curly hair where curl-definition is priority (use Curl Manifesto Bain Hydratation Douceur).

Key actives:
- Hyaluronic Acid — deep hydration; cuticles are tightened and smoothed for a glassy surface
- Glycolic Acid (AHA) — gentle fruit-acid exfoliant; refines the hair fibre and dissolves buildup for enhanced smoothness and shine
- Wild Rose in Oil (Rosa Canina Flower Extract) — nourishing botanical, responsibly sourced from France; conditions and protects
- High-foaming gel surfactant base — cleanses scalp from stubborn product and mineral buildup

Benefits:
- Up to 4 days anti-frizz, bouncy, glossy hair when used with the full Gloss Absolu system (Kérastase consumer test, 104 consumers)
- 100h soft, hydrated hair and +87% smoothness with full system (instrumental test)
- Reveals ultimate shine and clean, airy feel after a single wash
- Tightens and hydrates the cuticle for a smooth, reflective surface
- Signature haute-couture fragrance — citrus notes with luxury floral bouquet

How to use: Apply to wet hair, lather, work through scalp and lengths. Rinse thoroughly. Follow with Fondant Insta Glaze for best results. Then apply Glaze Milk to damp hair before blow-drying. Finish with Glaze Drops on dry hair.

Format: 250ml shampoo.

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