Best Kérastase Products in Canada (2026): Which Shampoo, Serum, Masque and Range Is Right for Your Hair?

Best Kérastase Products in Canada (2026): Which Shampoo, Serum, Masque and Range Is Right for Your Hair?

 

Kérastase Damaged Hair Routine set of shampoo and treatment available in Canada
A Kérastase routine bundles the shampoo and treatment for one concern. See the Damaged Hair Routine.

Searching for the best Kérastase products can feel like reading a menu in another language. There are more than twenty ranges, dozens of French product names such as Bain, Fondant, Masque, Cure and Thermique, and a price tag that makes most people want to be sure before they buy. If you have ever stood in front of a screen asking which Kérastase shampoo is actually right for your hair, this guide is written for you.

At Salon Brandz we sell authentic Kérastase hair products in Canada from our Scarborough shop near Toronto, and we see the same questions every week. Which range is best for hair fall? What is the difference between Nutritive and Résistance? Is a Kérastase hair serum worth it? Do I really need a masque? Below we answer all of them in plain language, range by range, with specific products you can order across Canada.

Quick answer: the best Kérastase product for each hair concern

Not sure? Choose a pre-matched Kérastase routine and skip the guesswork.

Table of contents

  1. What is Kérastase, and why is it so popular in Canada?
  2. How to choose the right Kérastase range
  3. Bain, Fondant, Masque, Cure, Sérum, Thermique: what each step does
  4. Kérastase for hair fall and thin hair (Genesis and Densifique)
  5. The best Kérastase hair serums
  6. Kérastase for colour-treated and blonde hair
  7. Kérastase for damaged and dry hair
  8. Kérastase for frizz, curls and coils
  9. Kérastase for sensitive, oily and flaky scalps
  10. Summer, winter and hard-water care in Canada
  11. Styling, heat protection and dry shampoo
  12. Chronologiste, Élixir Ultime and Fusio-Dose
  13. Why Kérastase routines are the easiest way to buy
  14. How to use Kérastase step by step
  15. Sizes explained: ml versus oz
  16. How to buy authentic Kérastase in Canada
  17. Is Kérastase worth the price?
  18. Frequently asked questions

What is Kérastase, and why is it so popular in Canada?

Kérastase is a Paris-based professional hair-care brand created in 1964 and owned by the L'Oréal Group. It was built for hair salons first, which is why the range is organized around hair states rather than one formula for everyone. Instead of a single shampoo for "all hair types," Kérastase divides care into lines such as Genesis for weakened hair prone to falling, Chroma Absolu for coloured hair and Résistance for damaged hair, and then offers the same ritual of shampoo, conditioner, masque and treatment inside each line.

That structure is the reason Kérastase became one of the most searched luxury hair brands in the world, and the reason it can feel confusing online. The brand name alone attracts tens of thousands of searches each month, and the biggest individual lines, including Genesis, the Genesis shampoo and the Genesis serum, each draw thousands more. Canadians search for Kérastase for a few practical reasons:

  • Salon heritage. Many Canadian stylists use and recommend Kérastase in the chair, so clients want the same products at home.
  • Concern-based design. Hair fall, thinning, dryness, frizz, colour fade and curl definition each have a dedicated line.
  • Climate fit. Dry winters, dry indoor heating, hard water and short, intense summers all stress hair, and the range includes care for each of those conditions.
  • Authenticity concerns. Because Kérastase is widely counterfeited and resold, shoppers look for sellers who can prove their products are genuine.

In short, Kérastase is a premium, professional line that rewards you when you match the right range to the right problem, and costs you money when you do not. The rest of this guide is about making that match correctly.

How to choose the right Kérastase range

Before comparing individual bottles, decide on your main hair concern, your hair thickness and the state of your scalp. Those three facts narrow more than twenty ranges down to one or two. Use this table as a starting point, then read the detailed range sections below.

Your main concern Start with this range Typical products
Hair fall from breakage, weak strands Genesis Bain Nutri-Fortifiant, Bain Hydra-Fortifiant, serum, masque
Men's thinning and hair fall Genesis Homme Thickening shampoo, serum, treatments
Loss of density and fine, thin hair Densifique, Genesis Density shampoo, masque and serum
Dry, dull hair Nutritive Bain, Fondant, Masque, Nectar Thermique
Damaged, bleached, over-processed hair Résistance, Première Bain Force Architecte, Bain Thérapiste, masques
Long hair that snaps and splits Résistance Extentioniste Extentioniste shampoo, masque and serum
Colour-treated hair Chroma Absolu Bain Chroma Respect, Masque Chroma Filler
Blonde, highlighted, grey-blending hair Blond Absolu Bain Lumière, masques, serum
Frizz and unruly hair Discipline Bain Fluidealiste, smoothing treatments
Waves, curls, coils Curl Manifesto Bain Hydratation Douceur, Masque Beurre Haute Nutrition
Sensitive, oily or flaky scalp Spécifique, Symbiose Bain Vital Dermo-Calm, scalp routines
Sun, sea and chlorine Soleil Bain and Masque Après-Soleil
Shine and a glossy finish Gloss Absolu, Élixir Ultime Glossing shampoos, masques and oils

You can browse every one of these ranges inside the full Kérastase collection at Salon Brandz, and use the Product type filter to jump straight to Genesis, Chroma Absolu, Blond Absolu, Nutritive and the rest.

Three questions that decide almost everything

1. Is the problem in the strand or at the scalp? Dryness, frizz, colour fade and breakage are strand problems, so shampoo, masque and leave-in treatments from Nutritive, Discipline, Chroma Absolu or Résistance usually solve them. Oiliness, itch, flaking or sensitivity are scalp problems, so Spécifique or Symbiose is a better first step. Shedding is a mix, which is why Genesis and Densifique combine scalp-focused and strand-focused products.

2. Is your hair fine or thick? Fine hair is easily weighed down, so choose lighter textures and avoid heavy masques at the roots. Thick or coarse hair can usually handle richer formulas. Kérastase labels many products for "thin to medium" or "medium to thick" hair for exactly this reason, and several of the routines in our store are split the same way.

3. How much damage is mechanical, and how much is chemical? Heat styling, brushing and tight ponytails cause mechanical damage. Bleach, permanent colour and relaxers cause chemical damage. Chemically damaged hair generally needs a Résistance or Première-type repair approach, while colour-only processing may be handled well by Chroma Absolu.

Bain, Fondant, Masque, Cure, Sérum, Thermique: what each step does

Kérastase uses French names for its product types. Once you know the vocabulary, the whole catalogue becomes easy to read. Here is what each term means and when to use it.

Term What it is When to use it
Bain Shampoo. Each Bain is formulated for a hair state, such as frizzy, coloured or damaged. Every wash, matched to your main concern.
Fondant Conditioner. A lighter, everyday follow-up to the Bain. After shampoo at most washes, especially on lengths and ends.
Masque A deep-conditioning mask with a richer texture than a conditioner. Weekly, or at every wash on very damaged hair.
Cure A course of concentrated single-dose ampoules, often for the scalp. Daily or several times a week for a set number of weeks.
Sérum A targeted leave-in or scalp treatment. Daily or as directed, on the scalp or the lengths.
Thermique A leave-in heat protectant. Before blow-drying or using hot tools.
Huile Hair oil for shine, smoothness and ends. On damp or dry lengths, in small amounts.
Routine A pre-matched set, usually shampoo, treatment and leave-in, for one concern. Whenever you want the full regimen without choosing item by item.

A good rule: the Bain does the most work for your scalp and cleansing needs, the Fondant and Masque do the most for your lengths, and the Sérum or Cure does the targeted job. If your budget is limited, buy the Bain and a masque first, then add a serum or leave-in later.

Kérastase for hair fall and thin hair (Genesis and Densifique)

Two of the most searched phrases on the whole brand are Kérastase hair fall and Kérastase for thin hair. They are different problems, and Kérastase answers them with different lines.

Understand the problem first: shedding, breakage and density

People lose roughly fifty to one hundred hairs a day as part of the normal growth cycle. Concern starts when you see more hair than usual in the shower, on your brush or on your pillow, or when strands snap mid-length instead of falling out at the root. Dermatologists separate three broad situations:

  • Breakage: the strand snaps along the length because it is weak, dry or over-processed. Care products can help most with this.
  • Shedding: hairs fall out at the root. Causes include stress, illness, hormonal changes after pregnancy, low iron, thyroid conditions, medications and diet changes. Topical shampoos cannot fix an underlying medical cause.
  • Loss of density: hairs become finer and fewer over time. Pattern hair loss, including androgenetic alopecia, is a common cause and is a medical question.
Important: if you notice sudden shedding, bald patches, a widening part, scalp pain or redness, see your family doctor or a dermatologist. Kérastase products are cosmetic hair and scalp care. They are designed to support the hair you have, reduce breakage and improve the look and feel of thin hair, not to cure a medical condition.

Kérastase Genesis: the hair-fall range

Genesis is the line most people mean when they search for Kérastase anti hair fall. It is formulated for weakened hair that is prone to falling because of breakage, and it is the highest-volume Kérastase range in search. The range includes shampoos, conditioners, masques, a serum and heat-protecting leave-ins, so you can build a complete routine inside one line.

Two shampoos form the core of the line, and the difference between them is your scalp and hair type:

Kérastase Genesis Bain Nutri-Fortifiant shampoo 16.9 oz for dry hair prone to hair fall
Kérastase Bain Nutri-Fortifiant 16.9 oz (500 ml), the richer Genesis shampoo.
  • Bain Nutri-Fortifiant is the richer option for dry, brittle or thick hair that breaks easily. Choose it if your ends feel straw-like and your hair snaps when you brush it.
  • Bain Hydra-Fortifiant is the lighter option for hair that gets oily at the roots but is weak along the lengths. Choose it if heavy shampoos leave your hair flat.
Kérastase Genesis Bain Hydra-Fortifiant shampoo 2.71 oz travel size
Kérastase Bain Hydra-Fortifiant 2.71 oz (80 ml), a travel size to test before buying the full bottle.

The 2.71 oz travel sizes are a smart way to test a shampoo for two to three weeks before committing to the 500 ml bottle. Genesis works best as a routine, so pair the Bain with a Fondant or masque, and add the Genesis serum if shedding or thinning is your main concern. You can see every item in the range on the Kérastase Genesis page.

Kérastase Genesis Homme for men

Men often search for Kérastase Homme or Kérastase Genesis Homme because they want a hair-fall routine that is simple and quick. Genesis Homme is the men's version, aimed at thickening the look of thinning hair and fortifying fragile strands. A short routine of a thickening shampoo and a scalp-focused treatment suits most men, and the range is built to fit into a two-minute shower. Browse the Genesis Homme products in the collection. Barbers who want to retail the line can ask about Pro Access pricing.

Cure Anti-Thinning ampoules

For a more intensive approach, a Cure is a short course of single-dose ampoules massaged into the scalp. The Kérastase Cure Anti-Thinning box of 10 ampoules is the product many customers choose for this job. It is a popular item, so if the page shows it as sold out, contact us and we will tell you about the next shipment.

Kérastase Cure Anti-Thinning scalp ampoules 10 x 0.2 oz box
Kérastase Cure Anti-Thinning, 10 ampoules.

Kérastase Densifique for loss of density

Densifique is the answer when the concern is not shedding but a gradual loss of thickness: a thinner ponytail, a more visible scalp or hair that no longer holds volume. It is designed to make hair look and feel denser, and it pairs well with Genesis for people who have both breakage and thinning. See the Densifique range, and for hair that is simply fine and flat, look at the Résistance Volumifique products and the Kérastase Mousse Bouffante volumizing mousse.

Kérastase Hydrating Routine for Thinning Hair set
Hydrating Routine for Thinning Hair and the Anti-Fall Due to Breakage Routine for Thin to Medium Hair are the two ready-made options.

Best hair-fall picks at a glance

Situation Suggested pick
Dry, brittle hair that breaks Bain Nutri-Fortifiant
Oily roots, weak lengths Bain Hydra-Fortifiant
Thin to medium hair that breaks Anti-Fall Due to Breakage Routine
Thinning hair that is also dry Hydrating Routine for Thinning Hair
Scalp-focused treatment course Cure Anti-Thinning ampoules

The best Kérastase hair serums

Kérastase hair serum and Kérastase Genesis serum are among the most searched phrases for the brand, which makes sense: a serum is the product that makes the most visible difference with the least time. It is a leave-in, so you apply it after washing and do not rinse it out.

Not all Kérastase serums do the same job. They fall into three groups:

  1. Scalp-and-root serums for shedding, thinning and a stressed scalp. The Genesis serum and the Spécifique Sérum Potentialiste belong here. They are applied to the scalp and roots, usually with a gentle massage.
  2. Length-and-ends serums for split ends, frizz and shine. The Extentioniste serum for long hair, the Discipline smoothing serums and the Blond Absolu serum for lightened hair work on the lengths.
  3. Specialist serums such as the Initialiste serum, which combines scalp and hair care for stronger-looking hair over time.
Kérastase Spécifique Sérum Potentialiste 3 oz scalp serum
Kérastase Sérum Potentialiste 3 oz (90 ml).

How to choose a serum

  • If your concern is hair fall or thin hair, choose a scalp-and-root serum from Genesis or Spécifique and use it consistently for at least eight to twelve weeks before judging it. Hair grows slowly, so any change takes time.
  • If your concern is frizz, split ends or dryness, choose a length serum from Discipline, Nutritive or Résistance Extentioniste and apply it to damp hair.
  • If you have blonde or lightened hair, look at the Blond Absolu serum and masques for brightness and softness.
  • If you want to try several serums, the Kérastase Super Serums Routine bundles a selection into one purchase.
Kérastase Super Serums Routine set
Kérastase Super Serums Routine, a set for people who want to layer targeted serums.

Browse the full hair serum collection at Salon Brandz or look for serums inside each Kérastase range using the Kérastase collection filters.

Kérastase for colour-treated and blonde hair

Chroma Absolu: colour-treated hair

Colour is a chemical process that opens the hair cuticle, so coloured hair loses pigment and moisture faster than natural hair. Chroma Absolu is the Kérastase range for colour care. Searchers use it under several spellings, including Kérastase Chroma, Chroma Absolu and Absolu Chroma. The idea is simple: cleanse gently so pigment stays put, then rebuild and seal the cuticle so colour looks glossier for longer.

Kérastase Chroma Absolu Bain Chroma Respect 8.5 oz colour shampoo
Kérastase Bain Chroma Respect 8.5 oz (250 ml).
Kérastase Masque Chroma Filler 6.8 oz for colour-treated hair
Kérastase Masque Chroma Filler 6.8 oz (200 ml).

If you want everything in one purchase, the Illuminating Routine for Color-Treated Hair is the ready-made colour-care set. Our Chroma Absolu page lists every product in the range, including glossing treatments.

Kérastase Illuminating Routine for Color-Treated Hair set
Illuminating Routine for Color-Treated Hair.

Blond Absolu: blonde, highlighted and lightened hair

Blonde hair is bleached hair, which means it is more porous, more fragile and more likely to look dull or brassy. Blond Absolu is the Kérastase line for lightened hair, and it is one of the larger ranges in the catalogue. It combines hydration, softness and brightness care for natural blondes, highlighted hair and grey-blending hair.

Kérastase Blond Absolu Bain Lumière 2.71 oz shampoo for blonde hair
Kérastase Bain Lumière 2.71 oz (80 ml), a trial size for blonde hair.

The Bain Lumière is the brightening shampoo to start with. Pair it with a Blond Absolu masque and serum for a complete blonde routine, and browse the full range on the Blond Absolu page. Remember that violet or blue toning products are separate from care products, so ask your colourist whether you also need a toner between appointments.

Kérastase for damaged and dry hair (Résistance, Première and Nutritive)

People search Kérastase shampoo for dry hair and Kérastase for damaged hair in huge numbers, but dry and damaged are not the same thing. Dry hair lacks oil and moisture, usually because of genetics, climate or washing habits. Damaged hair has a compromised structure because of heat, bleach, colour or friction. Dry hair often needs nourishment. Damaged hair needs repair and strength. Many people need both, which is why Kérastase splits the care across Nutritive and Résistance.

Nutritive: Dry, Dull and Thirsty hair

Nutritive is the nourishing line for dry hair, from fine hair that feels papery to thick hair that turns frizzy in winter. Searches for Kérastase Nutritive are consistently strong because the line has been a cornerstone of the brand for decades. It delivers nourishment in layers: a Bain for cleansing, a Fondant or Masque for deep conditioning, and leave-in products such as the Nectar Thermique for dry hair that is blow-dried. If your hair is dry but not heavily processed, Nutritive is usually the right place to start. See the Nutritive range for current stock.

Kérastase Hydration for Medium to Thick Hair Routine set
Hydration for Medium to Thick Hair Routine, a ready-made option for dry hair.

Résistance: weakened and damaged hair

Résistance is the repair line for hair that has been stressed by heat, colour and chemical processing. It is split into several sub-ranges, so it helps to know what each one is for:

  • Résistance Force (Force Architecte): strengthens weakened, breakage-prone hair. The Bain Force Architecte is the flagship shampoo.
  • Résistance Thérapiste: the intensive option for very damaged, over-processed hair. The Bain Thérapiste is the shampoo, and it pairs with a masque for a deep treatment.
  • Résistance Extentioniste: for long hair that snaps, splits or stops growing past a certain length.
  • Résistance Volumifique: for fine hair that has been weakened and needs lift.
Kérastase Résistance Bain Force Architecte 16.9 oz strengthening shampoo
Kérastase Bain Force Architecte 16.9 oz (500 ml). A refill pouch is also available.
Kérastase Résistance Bain Thérapiste 8.5 oz shampoo for very damaged hair
Kérastase Bain Thérapiste 8.5 oz (250 ml).

For deeply processed hair, add a masque such as the Masque Reconstituant or Masque Réhydratant, both available as full-size jars. Their French names describe the job: one rebuilds, the other rehydrates. Two ready-made sets also cover this concern: the Damaged Hair Routine and the Deep Treatment for Overprocessed Hair Routine.

Kérastase Masque Reconstituant 6.8 oz hair mask
Kérastase Masque Reconstituant 6.8 oz (200 ml).

Première: repair for hair that is chemically stressed

Première is a repair-focused Kérastase range for hair that has been stressed by colour, heat and styling. It is a good next step if Résistance feels like more than you need, and you can browse everything we stock on the Première range page.

Which one: Nutritive or Résistance?

Question If yes, choose
Is my hair mostly dry, dull or frizzy without much chemical damage? Nutritive
Do I bleach, lighten or use permanent colour regularly? Résistance or Blond Absolu
Does my hair snap when wet or stretch and not return? Résistance (Force Architecte or Thérapiste)
Is my hair long and stuck at the same length? Résistance Extentioniste
Do I only colour my hair and want the colour to last? Chroma Absolu

Kérastase For Frizz, Curls and Coils

Discipline: Frizz control

Discipline is the Kérastase line for frizz and unruly hair. Frizz happens when the cuticle lifts and the strand absorbs humidity, so the goal is to smooth and seal the cuticle. The flagship product is the Bain Fluidealiste, available in a standard version and a Gentle version for fine or sensitive hair. The line also includes smoothing treatments and leave-ins.

Kérastase Discipline Bain Fluidealiste 8.5 oz smoothing shampoo for frizz
Kérastase Bain Fluidealiste 8.5 oz (250 ml).

Canadian humidity swings, from steamy summers to dry winters, make frizz control a year-round project. If your frizz is mostly about styling, add a smoothing cream such as the Frizz-Glaze Crème. Our Discipline page and the Discipline Oléo-Relax range cover the rest.

Kérastase Frizz-Glaze Crème 8 oz anti-frizz cream
Kérastase Frizz-Glaze Crème 8 oz.

Curl Manifesto: waves, curls and coils

Curly and coily hair is naturally drier because scalp oil has a harder time travelling down a bent strand. Curl Manifesto is the Kérastase range built around moisture and definition for wavy to coily textures. Searchers use the names Curl Manifesto, Kérastase Curl and Kérastase Curl Manifesto interchangeably, and it is one of the best-performing ranges for people who want salon-quality curl care.

Kérastase Curl Manifesto Bain Hydratation Douceur 2.7 oz curl shampoo
Kérastase Bain Hydratation Douceur 2.7 oz (80 ml).
Kérastase Curl Manifesto Masque Beurre Haute Nutrition 2.5 oz curl mask
Kérastase Masque Beurre Haute Nutrition 2.5 oz (75 ml).

The full Curl Manifesto range is listed in the collection.

Kérastase for sensitive, oily and flaky scalps

A healthy scalp is the foundation of healthy hair, yet most hair-care routines ignore it. Kérastase has two ranges that start at the scalp.

Spécifique

Spécifique is the scalp-care range. It covers sensitive, oily and stressed scalps. The Bain Vital Dermo-Calm is the shampoo for a sensitive, easily irritated scalp, and the Sérum Potentialiste belongs to the same range. We stock two ready-made scalp sets: the Sensitive Scalp Routine and the Scalp Balancing Routine for Oily Scalp.

Kérastase Spécifique Bain Vital Dermo-Calm 8.5 oz shampoo for sensitive scalp
Kérastase Bain Vital Dermo-Calm 8.5 oz (250 ml).

Symbiose

Symbiose is the range aimed at flaking and dandruff-type concerns. If you have persistent flaking, redness or scaling that does not improve with a cosmetic shampoo, speak with a doctor, because conditions such as seborrheic dermatitis and psoriasis need proper diagnosis. See the Symbiose range, or the wider dandruff and sensitive scalp collection.

The scalp scrub

Kérastase also sells a scalp exfoliant, the Fusio Scrub, for removing build-up from styling products, oil and dead skin. Use any scalp scrub only as often as the label directs, and skip it if your scalp is irritated. It is listed under the Fusio Scrub filter.

Summer, winter and hard-water care in Canada

Canadian hair goes through a harder seasonal cycle than hair in most countries. Knowing what each season does helps you choose products at the right time.

Winter: dry air, static and breakage

Cold air outside and heated air inside strip moisture from the hair and scalp. Hats and scarves add friction that causes breakage along the lengths and at the nape. In winter, swap lighter shampoos for nourishing ones, use a masque weekly and add a leave-in oil or serum. Nutritive, Curl Manifesto and Genesis Nutri-Fortifiant suit this season, and many people notice more shedding from stress and dryness in late autumn and winter, which is another reason to keep the scalp comfortable.

Summer: sun, sea and chlorine

UV rays, salt and chlorine dry out strands and fade colour. Soleil is the Kérastase range for this. Use the Bain Après-Soleil after swimming or a day outdoors, and follow with the Masque Après-Soleil once or twice a week.

Kérastase Soleil Bain Après-Soleil 8.5 oz after-sun shampoo
Kérastase Bain Après-Soleil 8.5 oz (250 ml).
Kérastase Soleil Masque Après-Soleil 6.8 oz after-sun hair mask
Kérastase Masque Après-Soleil 6.8 oz (200 ml).

Hard water

Hard water carries calcium and magnesium minerals that can build up on hair, leaving it dull, stiff and harder to colour evenly. Many Canadian regions, including parts of Ontario and the Prairies, have moderately to very hard water. If your hair feels coated even though you wash it often, a clarifying or chelating shampoo used occasionally can help, and a shower filter may also make a difference.

Styling, heat protection and dry shampoo

Healthy hair is partly about what you do after you wash it. Heat styling is one of the biggest causes of damage, so a heat protectant is not optional if you blow-dry or use hot tools regularly.

Kérastase Thermique Régénérant 5.1 oz heat protectant leave-in
Kérastase Thermique Régénérant 5.1 oz (150 ml).
Kérastase Fresh Affair Dry Shampoo 1.2 oz
Kérastase Fresh Affair Dry Shampoo 1.2 oz.
Kérastase Huile Sublime Repair 1.77 oz hair oil
Kérastase Huile Sublime Repair 1.77 oz (50 ml).

Chronologiste, Élixir Ultime and Fusio-Dose

Beyond the problem-solving ranges, Kérastase sells a few luxury lines that are popular as treats and gifts.

  • Chronologiste: the prestige ritual of the brand, a premium multi-step routine for hair that you want to keep looking its best over time. It is a major search term in its own right. Browse the Chronologiste range.
  • Élixir Ultime: the oil-based line associated with shine and softness. See the Élixir Ultime products.
  • Gloss Absolu: a newer line focused on a glossy, smooth finish. See the Gloss Absolu range.
  • Fusio-Dose: a salon treatment in which your stylist blends a concentrate with a booster to target your hair's current needs. It is applied in the chair rather than bought as a standard retail bottle, so ask your stylist whether it is offered at your salon.

Why Kérastase routines are the easiest way to buy

If the previous sections left you with ten products on your wish list, start with a routine instead. A Kérastase routine is a set pre-matched by the brand for one concern, usually containing the shampoo, a treatment and a leave-in. The benefits are practical:

  • You avoid mismatched products, the most common reason people feel Kérastase "didn't work."
  • You get the full regimen in one purchase, which usually costs less than buying each bottle separately.
  • You can test the whole system for several weeks before expanding.
Routine Best for
Anti-Fall Due to Breakage Routine for Thin to Medium Hair Hair that snaps and thins
Hydrating Routine for Thinning Hair Thinning, dry hair
Damaged Hair Routine General damage
Deep Treatment for Overprocessed Hair Routine Bleached, heavily processed hair
Hydration for Medium to Thick Hair Routine Dry, thicker hair
Illuminating Routine for Color-Treated Hair Coloured hair
Coily Hair Routine Coily textures
Scalp Balancing Routine for Oily Scalp Oily scalp
Sensitive Scalp Routine Sensitive scalp
Super Serums Routine Layered serum users
Kérastase Sensitive Scalp Routine set
Kérastase Sensitive Scalp Routine.
Kérastase Coily Hair Routine set
Kérastase Coily Hair Routine.

How to use Kérastase step by step

Even the right product underperforms when it is applied badly. This is a simple, general routine that works for most hair types. Always follow the directions printed on your specific product, because concentrations and timings differ between lines.

  1. Wet the hair thoroughly. Rinse for at least thirty seconds with lukewarm water. Very hot water dries the scalp and fades colour.
  2. Apply the Bain to the scalp first. Use a small amount, add a little water, and massage the roots with your fingertips. The lengths get cleaned as the lather rinses through, so you do not need to scrub them.
  3. Rinse well. Leftover shampoo causes dullness and itching.
  4. Squeeze out excess water, then apply the Fondant or Masque to the mid-lengths and ends. Keep heavy masques off the roots, especially if your hair is fine or oily.
  5. Leave it on for the time shown on the label. Many masques recommend several minutes. Comb gently with a wide-tooth comb to distribute the product.
  6. Rinse thoroughly, finishing with cooler water if you can tolerate it, which helps the cuticle lie flat.
  7. Pat dry with a towel. Do not rub, because wet hair is at its weakest.
  8. Apply leave-ins. Use the Thermique before heat, a serum on the scalp or lengths as directed, and a drop of oil on dry ends.
  9. Be consistent. Give any new routine four to six weeks for lengths and eight to twelve weeks for hair-fall or thickness goals before judging it.

How often should you use a masque?

A common starting point is once a week for normal to slightly dry hair, and every second or third wash for very damaged or very dry hair. Fine hair may need a masque only every two weeks. If your hair starts to feel limp or greasy, you are using too much or too often.

Can you mix ranges?

Yes. A professional stylist will often combine lines. For example, you might use a Genesis shampoo for hair fall, a Résistance masque for damage and a Discipline leave-in for frizz. Start with one main line for your biggest concern and add single products from other lines as needed.

Sizes explained: ml versus oz

Many Kérastase products sold in North America are labelled in fluid ounces, while European sizes use millilitres. The formula is the same. Use this table to convert sizes you see on our product pages.

Label (oz) Approximate size (ml) Typical product
2.7 oz 80 ml Travel or trial shampoo
5.1 oz 150 ml Thermique heat protectant
6.8 oz 200 ml Masque jar
8.5 oz 250 ml Standard Bain (shampoo)
16.9 oz 500 ml Large Bain for heavy users and families

The large 500 ml bottle usually offers the best value per millilitre if you have already tested the product, while the travel sizes are ideal for trying a shampoo before you commit. Some products, such as the Force Architecte shampoo, also come as refill pouches.

How to buy authentic Kérastase in Canada

Because Kérastase is premium, it is a common target for counterfeiters and grey-market resellers. Grey-market stock is genuine product sold outside the brand's authorized channels, and it may be old, poorly stored or relabelled. Before you buy, check these things:

  • The seller is transparent. A reliable retailer states where its stock comes from, has a physical address and answers questions. Salon Brandz ships from a real shop at 680 Progress Ave in Scarborough, Ontario, and you can phone or visit.
  • Original packaging and batch codes. Genuine products carry a batch code and consistent, sharp printing. Misspellings, blurry labels and loose caps are warning signs.
  • Price makes sense. A price far below the normal market rate suggests counterfeit, expired or diluted product.
  • No decanting. Avoid sellers who sell Kérastase in unlabelled or refilled bottles.
  • Return policy. Look for a clear refund policy so you can act if something is wrong.

Every Kérastase product at Salon Brandz is sourced through authorized distribution and sold in original packaging with batch codes, and we do not sell grey-market, decanted or expired stock. You do not need a professional licence to buy: shop Kérastase online across Canada, or pick up in person near Toronto. Stylists and barbers can register for Pro Access for extra savings.

Shipping, pickup and pricing

We ship from Scarborough across Canada and to the United States. Free shipping applies to qualifying Ontario orders, and in-store pickup is available near Toronto. Pricing and promotions change, and at the time of writing many Kérastase products in the collection carry sale pricing, so check the Kérastase collection for current prices. If you are comparing sellers, look at the total cost, including shipping and duties if you are ordering from outside Canada, as well as the sticker price.

Is Kérastase worth the price?

An honest answer is: it depends on your hair. Kérastase is worth it when your hair is coloured, bleached, chemically treated, thinning or very dry, because you are paying for concentrated, concern-specific formulas rather than a generic shampoo. It is also worth it if your stylist recommends a specific line for your hair and you follow the routine consistently.

It is less necessary if your hair is healthy, untreated and low-maintenance. In that case, a good mid-range professional shampoo will serve you well for less money, and you could use Kérastase only for an occasional masque or a leave-in on the ends.

Ways to spend less without wasting money

  • Start with a travel size or a routine instead of several full-size bottles.
  • Buy the 500 ml shampoo only after a trial confirms it suits you.
  • Use the Bain at the scalp only, and use less masque than you think you need.
  • Spend on the product that targets your main concern, and economize on the rest.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Kérastase product overall?

There is no single best product, because the range is built around different hair states. For most people with dry or weakened hair, a Genesis or Nutritive shampoo plus a masque is a strong start. For coloured hair, choose Chroma Absolu. For blonde hair, choose Blond Absolu. Use the chooser table near the top of this article to match your concern.

Which Kérastase shampoo is best for hair fall?

Kérastase Genesis is the range designed for hair that is weak and prone to falling because of breakage. Choose Bain Nutri-Fortifiant for dry hair and Bain Hydra-Fortifiant for oilier roots. If hair loss is sudden or heavy, see a doctor, because shampoos cannot treat medical causes.

Does Kérastase Genesis really work?

Genesis is a cosmetic care range designed to strengthen the look and feel of fragile hair and reduce breakage when used regularly. It is not a medical treatment for hair loss. Give any routine at least eight to twelve weeks and combine it with good habits such as gentle brushing and heat protection.

Which Kérastase hair serum should I buy?

Pick by where you will apply it. For shedding or thinning, choose a scalp serum such as the Genesis serum or the Spécifique Sérum Potentialiste. For frizz, split ends or dryness, choose a length serum from Discipline, Nutritive or Résistance Extentioniste. For several options at once, see the Super Serums Routine.

What is the difference between Kérastase Nutritive and Résistance?

Nutritive is for dry, dull hair that needs moisture. Résistance is for weakened, damaged or chemically processed hair that needs strength and repair. If your hair is both dry and damaged, you can use a Résistance shampoo with a Nutritive masque.

Which Kérastase is best for thin hair?

For thinning or lack of density, look at Densifique and Genesis. For fine hair that is simply flat, consider Résistance Volumifique and a volumizing mousse such as Mousse Bouffante. Ready-made options include the Hydrating Routine for Thinning Hair.

Which Kérastase is best for colour-treated hair?

Chroma Absolu is the colour-care line. Start with Bain Chroma Respect and the Masque Chroma Filler, or buy the Illuminating Routine.

Which Kérastase is best for blonde hair?

Blond Absolu is designed for natural blondes, highlighted hair and lightened hair. Start with Bain Lumière.

Which Kérastase is best for frizzy hair?

Discipline, led by Bain Fluidealiste. The Gentle version suits finer hair.

Which Kérastase is best for curly hair?

Curl Manifesto, including Bain Hydratation Douceur and Masque Beurre Haute Nutrition.

Do I need to use Kérastase shampoo and conditioner together?

You do not have to, but the lines are designed as pairs. A Bain cleanses and a Fondant or Masque conditions, so using both from the same range gives the most consistent results. Many people shampoo with one range and add a masque from another.

How often should I wash my hair with Kérastase?

As often as your hair needs it. Oily scalps may need washing daily or every second day, while dry and curly hair often does better with two or three washes a week. Dry shampoo such as Fresh Affair can stretch the time between washes.

Is Kérastase sulfate-free?

It varies by product and range, so check the ingredient list on the specific product page rather than assuming. Colour-care and sensitive-scalp shampoos are formulated to be gentler on colour and scalp.

Can men use Kérastase?

Yes. Any Kérastase product can be used by men, and Genesis Homme is designed specifically for men's thinning and hair-fall concerns. Browse the Genesis Homme range.

Where can I buy authentic Kérastase online in Canada?

Salon Brandz sells authentic Kérastase online across Canada from Scarborough, Ontario, with in-store pickup near Toronto. Shop the full Kérastase collection.

Does Kérastase go on sale?

Promotions change. At the time of writing, many products in our collection carry sale pricing, and Pro Access members get additional savings. Check the Kérastase collection page for current offers.

Can I buy Kérastase without a salon visit?

Yes. No professional licence is required to buy Kérastase from Salon Brandz.

Key takeaways

  • Kérastase is a Paris-founded, L'Oréal-owned professional hair-care brand created in 1964, organized into ranges by hair concern.
  • Match your concern to the range: Genesis for hair fall, Densifique for density, Nutritive for dryness, Résistance for damage, Chroma Absolu for colour, Blond Absolu for blonde, Discipline for frizz, Curl Manifesto for curls, Spécifique for scalp and Soleil for sun.
  • Routines are the simplest way to buy because the products are pre-matched.
  • Give hair-fall and thickness routines eight to twelve weeks, and see a doctor if shedding is sudden or heavy.
  • Buy from a seller that guarantees authenticity, original packaging and batch codes.

Ready to shop?

Browse the complete Kérastase collection at Salon Brandz, or jump straight to a routine: Anti-Fall, Damaged Hair, Colour-Treated or Hydration. Have a question about which range suits you? Call +1 416 285 0555 or visit us at 680 Progress Ave, Scarborough, Ontario M1H 3A5.

Disclaimer: this article is for general information and does not replace advice from a doctor, dermatologist or licensed stylist. Product availability, sizes and prices change, so confirm details on each product page.

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