The iconic Kérastase hair oil, now refillable. L'Huile Originale is a lightweight, versatile leave-in hair oil for all hair types that delivers up to 2x more shine, 70% instant softness and up to 4 days of frizz control — from just 1–2 drops.

Known as Kérastase's liquid gold, this golden hair oil is the go-to for frizzy hair, dull hair and anyone who wants salon-quality shine at home.

Why it's different

At the heart of this Kérastase elixir ultime oil is French Camellia, hand-harvested in Brittany and cold-press extracted to preserve its nourishing actives. Combined with Wild Camellia, Marula and Argan oils, the formula deeply nourishes and strengthens the hair fibre, delivering radiant, luminous shine on even the most unmanageable or frizzy hair — without weight or greasiness.

The glass bottle is made from 30% recycled glass. The refill cartridge (sold separately) is 95% recycled plastic — luxury without the waste.

Results
  • Up to 2x shinier hair for 48 hours
  • Up to 70% instant softness
  • Up to 4 days anti-frizz
  • 96-hour frizz control
  • Heat protection up to 230°C
  • Suitable for all hair types including colour-treated
Key Ingredients
  • French Camellia Oil — hand-harvested in Brittany; nourishes, illuminates and softens
  • Wild Camellia Oil — antioxidant-rich; enhances shine and smoothness
  • Marula Oil — intense hydration and moisture balance
  • Argan Oil — strengthens and adds mirror-like radiance
The Kérastase Fragrance

A signature scent of fresh mandarin and freesia top notes, with a floral-woody heart of cedarwood and heliotrope, and a warm base of sandalwood musk.

How to Use

Apply 1–2 pumps to mid-lengths and ends on dry or damp hair.

  • Pre-cleanse: Apply to dry hair before shampooing, leave 10 minutes, rinse, then shampoo as usual
  • Pre-blow dry: Apply to towel-dried hair for heat protection up to 230°C
  • Finishing: Apply a half pump to dry hair for instant shine and all-day frizz control
How to Refill
  1. Unscrew the empty refill and separate from the glass bottle
  2. Insert the new refill cartridge into the bottle
  3. Turn clockwise to lock — then recycle the empty refill
Frequently Asked Questions

What does Kérastase Elixir Ultime oil do?
It nourishes, protects and adds intense shine to all hair types. The formula controls frizz for up to 4 days, protects against heat up to 230°C, and can be used before shampooing, before blow-drying or as a finishing oil.

Is Kérastase Elixir Ultime good for colour-treated hair?
Yes — the lightweight formula is safe for all hair types including colour-treated and chemically processed hair. It does not weigh hair down or affect colour.

How long does the anti-frizz effect last?
Up to 4 days with regular use.

What does Kérastase Elixir Ultime smell like?
It has the signature Kérastase fragrance — fresh mandarin and freesia top notes, a floral-woody heart of cedarwood and heliotrope, and a warm base of sandalwood musk.

How do I refill the Kérastase Elixir Ultime bottle?
Simply unscrew the empty refill, insert the new cartridge into the glass bottle, and turn clockwise to lock. The empty refill can then be recycled.

Available in South Africa — order online with fast nationwide delivery from Partners Hair Design, an authorised Kérastase stockist.

Specifications

Brand
Kérastase
Size
75ml
Format
Oil
Hair concerns
Frizzy, Dull
Suitable for
All hair types,Fine,Thick,Curly,Straight,Damaged,Dry
Key ingredients
Argan oil,Vitamin E

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Kérastase Elixir Ultime L'Huile Originale is the iconic Kérastase nourishing shine oil for all hair types, now in a refillable 75ml bottle. Versatile leave-in oil for shine, softness, frizz control, and heat protection up to 230°C. Suitable for use on damp or dry hair.

Best for: dull, frizzy, or damaged hair that needs visible shine and softness without weight; pre-blow-dry heat protection (up to 230°C); finishing on dry hair to control frizz and add gloss; touch-ups through the day.
Less suited to: very fine or oily roots (apply to mid-lengths and ends only — never roots); hair primarily needing protein-bond repair from bleach or chemical damage (use K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair or Kérastase Resistance Thérapiste); colour-treated hair specifically focused on shade vibrancy (use Chroma Absolu Huile Chroma Thermique or Blond Absolu Cicaplasme).

Key actives:
- Wild and French Camellia Oil — hand-harvested in Brittany, cold-pressed; signature shine and softness
- Marula Oil (Sclerocarya Birrea) — antioxidant-rich, intense nourishment for damaged hair
- Argan Oil (Argania Spinosa) — restores hair strength, protects from environmental aggressors
- Corn Germ Oil and Pracaxi Oil — nourish, soften, and seal the cuticle

Benefits:
- Up to 2x shinier hair for 48 hours (Kérastase instrumental test)
- Up to 70% instant softness and up to 4 days anti-frizz (instrumental test)
- Heat protection up to 230°C when used before blow-drying
- Lightweight finish — adds shine without weighing hair down
- Refillable 75ml bottle reduces plastic use versus single-use packaging

How to use: Apply 1–2 drops on wet or dry hair, mid-lengths to ends. Use as a pre-cleanse to detangle, as a pre-blow-dry primer for heat protection, as a finishing oil after styling, or as a touch-up through the day for instant shine. Refill using the associated Elixir Ultime refill pouch.

Format: 75ml refillable bottle. Also available in 30ml and 100ml sizes via the Kérastase range.

Authorised Kérastase stockist — 100% authentic, sourced from the official South African distributor. Free delivery on orders over R390 across South Africa.
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Spend R390 and delivery is on us. Orders under R390 are delivered for R67. We normally pack within 1 working day, with delivery in 2–5 working days depending on your location.

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