Hair ingredients in Keune Care & Style products

Hair ingredients in Keune Care & Style products: what's in them and what do they really do?

Collaborator:
Joanne van Hoeflaken
Joanne van Hoeflaken

Global Education Director

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More and more people are searching for ingredients such as keratin, glycerin, shea butter, and panthenol to better understand which products suit their hair needs. Keune does not work with individual “trending ingredients,” but with functional formulas in which ingredients work together for repair, nourishment, hydration, and styling. Below are the key ingredients with correct Keune product pairings.

Keratin: for repairing damaged hair

Keratin occurs naturally in hair and is very important for strength and structure. In damaged hair, it is often partially broken down. Keratin in hair products is aimed at damaged, dry, or chemically treated hair.

What does keratin do?

  • Repairs damaged hair fibers.

  • Improves elasticity.

  • Reduces hair breakage.

  • Makes hair smoother and stronger.

Keune products:

Glycerin: for hydration and moisture balance

Glycerin is found in several Keune Care formulas and acts as a humectant: it attracts moisture and retains it. What does glycerin do?

  • Hydrates the hair.

  • Reduces dryness.

  • Improves softness.

  • Helps reduce frizz.

Keune products:

Panthenol (Provitamin B5): for shine and elasticity

Panthenol penetrates deep into the hair fiber and supports long-lasting hydration. What does panthenol do?

  • Improves shine.

  • Increases elasticity.

  • Provides long-lasting hydration.

  • Makes hair more supple.

Keune products:

Shea Butter: for nourishment for dry hair

Shea butter is a rich lipid ingredient that nourishes and softens the hair. What does shea butter do?

  • Intensive nourishment.

  • Makes hair softer and smoother.

  • Reduces dryness.

  • Improved manageability.

Keune products:

Castor Oil (Ricinus Communis Seed Oil): for shine & care

Castor oil is featured in various Care formulas as a nourishing oil component. What does castor oil do?

  • Adds shine.

  • Softens the hair fiber.

  • Supports hydration.

  • Makes the hair more supple.

Keune products:

Ceramides & Cholesterol: hair repair from within

One of the strongest features of Keune Care Vital Nutrition is the addition of lipids, such as ceramides and cholesterol. What do they do?

  • Restore the hair structure.

  • Strengthen the protective layer.

  • Lock in moisture.

  • Make the hair smoother.

Keune products:

  • Keune Care Vital Nutrition Shampoo.

  • Keune Care Vital Nutrition Conditioner.

  • Keune Care Vital Nutrition Mask.

Hydrolyzed Rice Protein: for internal hair strengthening

Proteins help temporarily strengthen the hair structure. What does it do?

  • Improves hair strength.

  • Supports the repair of damaged hair.

  • Reduces breakage. Adds more body.

Keune products:

Macadamia, Olive & Coconut Oil: for natural nourishment

Keune combines multiple oils, such as coconut oil and olive oil, in Care formulas for nourishment and shine. What do they do?

  • Nourish dry hair.

  • Enhance shine.

  • Soften the hair fiber.

  • Protect against drying out.

Keune products:

  • Keune Care Vital Nutrition Shampoo.

  • Keune Care Vital Nutrition Conditioner.

Sea Salt (Maris Sal): for volume and texture

Sea salt, also known as Maris Sal, is used in styling products for grip and structure. What does it do?

  • Creates beach texture.

  • Adds volume.

  • Provides a matte finish.

  • Improves grip.

Keune products:

Beeswax: for control and styling

Beeswax is used in matte styling products. What does it do?

  • Provides flexible hold.

  • Creates texture.

  • Supports definition.

  • Matte finish possible.

Keune products:

Silicones (Dimethicone in Care & Style): for smoothness & anti-frizz

Silicones do not always have the best reputation, often due to misunderstandings about “build-up” and “weighing effect.” However, in modern formulas, they are used purposefully and in a controlled manner to actually make hair more manageable and protected. Silicones are used in some products to seal the hair surface and reduce frizz. What do they do?

  • Reduce frizz.

  • Increase shine.

  • Protect against moisture.

  • Make hair smoother.

Keune product:

  • Keune Style Smooth Operator.

Want to know which product best suits your hair needs? Check out our Care products for care and repair, and our Style products for styling, texture, and finish. This way, you can easily find the right match for your hair.

About this collaborator

Joanne van Hoeflaken
Joanne van Hoeflaken

Global Education Director

At the helm of Keune's education program is Joanne. With the Education team, she trains and guides Keune hairstylists worldwide.

The international Education team knows all the ins and outs of cutting and coloring techniques, hair styling, and the latest hair trends.