REF Intense Hydrate Shampoo 285ml

The REF Intense Hydrate Shampoo 285ml is a breakthrough in hair care, specifically designed to combat dry and damaged hair. Unlike ordinary shampoos that tend to strip away essential moisture, this advanced formulation employs a gentle, sulphate-free and paraben-free approach. This moisture-rich shampoo is ideal for anyone looking to restore hydration and manageability to their hair.

Key Benefits and Features
  • Hydration: Deeply moisturizes dry, damaged hair while preserving natural oils for lasting softness. The REF Intense Hydrate Shampoo is formulated to provide intense hydration, making it an excellent choice for those with dry hair.
  • Gentle Cleansing: Sulphate-free and paraben-free formula cleanses without stripping hair or scalp, ensuring that your hair retains its natural moisture balance.
  • Softness & Shine: Leaves hair feeling silky and looking healthier with natural-looking shine. This shampoo enhances the overall appearance of your hair, making it look vibrant and full of life.
  • Manageability: Reduces frizz and enhances smoothness for easier styling. The REF Intense Hydrate Shampoo is perfect for those who struggle with frizz and want a more manageable hair texture.
  • Scalp Comfort: Mild, irritation-conscious formulation designed to be gentle on the scalp, making it suitable for sensitive skin.
  • Color Protection: This shampoo is also a great option for color-treated hair, providing moisture while helping to maintain color vibrancy.
Who It’s For

Ideal for anyone with dry or damaged hair seeking effective cleansing that preserves moisture. The sulfate-free and paraben-free formula is suitable for those who want a gentle, moisture-rich cleanse without weighing hair down, helping restore softness and vitality over time. This shampoo is also recommended for individuals looking for a sulfate-free shampoo for dry hair.

Key Ingredients
  • Sulfate-Free Technology: Provides cleansing without stripping moisture, supporting strands that crave hydration. This technology is essential for maintaining the health of dry hair.
  • Paraben-Free Formulation: Delivers a clean, preservative-free base suitable for sensitive scalps, ensuring a gentle experience for all hair types.
  • Moisture-Retention System: Helps lock in hydration to combat dryness and improve hair resilience. This system is particularly beneficial for those with damaged hair.
How to Use
  1. Wet hair thoroughly with warm water to open the cuticles and prepare for cleansing.
  2. Apply a small amount of REF Intense Hydrate Shampoo to the scalp and roots, then gently massage to create a rich lather. This step is crucial for ensuring that the moisture-rich shampoo effectively cleanses your hair.
  3. Rinse thoroughly. Repeat if needed for a deeper cleanse.
  4. Follow with REF Intense Hydrate Conditioner for best moisture results and enhanced manageability.
  5. Style as usual. Use regularly as part of a hydrating hair care routine to maintain optimal hair health.

Specifications

Brand
REF
Size
285ml
Hair concerns
Dry
Good to know
VeganSulphate-free

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From the Partners Hair team
REF Intense Hydrate Shampoo is a deep-hydrating shampoo for dry and thirsty hair. Part of the REF Intense Hydrate range. Hyaluronic Acid and Argan Oil deliver intense moisture at every wash while a sulphate-free formula gently cleanses — for deeply hydrated, soft, nourished hair.

Best for: dry, thirsty, or dehydrated hair wanting intensive daily hydrating cleansing; normal to thick dry hair.

Key actives:
- Hyaluronic Acid (Sodium Hyaluronate) — draws and retains moisture deep into the hair fibre
- Argan Oil (Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil) — nourishes, softens, and adds shine

Benefits:
- Intense moisture for dry hair; sulphate-free; soft, nourished result
- Swedish professional formula; vegan

How to use: Apply to wet hair. Lather and rinse. Follow with Intense Hydrate Conditioner.

Format: 285ml REF Intense Hydrate Shampoo.

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