Novaplex Bond Defence Treatment 3 100ml

All hair and skin types.

Almost always the first ingredient listed in water-based products.

People looking for smoother, more manageable hair or richer, creamier product textures.

Despite the name, fatty alcohols are moisturising and conditioning rather than drying. They also help stabilise and thicken many haircare formulas.

Most hair types, especially tangle-prone or coarse hair.

A common conditioner ingredient despite the chloride name, which simply describes its chemistry.

Dry or dehydrated hair, and many curl and moisture routines.

A very common, well-tolerated humectant used across countless products.

Those looking for conditioning, slip, or richer textures in their haircare products.

Despite the name, fatty alcohols like cetyl alcohol are non‑drying and are commonly used to add emollience and stability to formulations.

Those looking for improved slip, manageability and reduced static, especially in dry or textured hair.

It is often paired with fatty acids to enhance conditioning performance and provide a softer feel. It also helps detangle without weighing hair down.

Damaged, frizz-prone or colour-treated hair wanting targeted smoothing.

Designed to deposit where hair needs it most. Some prefer silicone-free formulas by choice.

People looking to support hair strength, reduce the feel of damage, or add light conditioning.

Because it is hydrolysed, it can more easily bind to the hair surface and offer a lightweight strengthening effect. It is commonly used in both rinse-off and leave-in formulas.

Those seeking added strength, light conditioning, or improved elasticity in their hair.

It provides a lightweight form of protein that can help support the hair’s structure without heavy build-up. Many formulations use it to enhance overall feel and resilience.

People looking to support hair strength, smoothness or manageability, especially in damaged or chemically treated hair.

Hydrolysed proteins are broken down into smaller components so they can more easily interact with the hair surface. They are commonly used to enhance feel, softness and resilience in many haircare formulas.

Most hair types, especially dry or dull hair.

A versatile, well-tolerated conditioning ingredient.

Those looking for added conditioning support or antioxidant benefits in their haircare.

It is commonly used because it is more stable than pure vitamin E while still offering similar benefits. It appears in many leave-in and rinse-off formulations.

Most hair types as part of a balanced formula.

Usually present in small amounts to balance the formula.

People looking for improved manageability, detangling and smoother-feeling hair.

It is a commonly used quaternary ammonium compound that helps conditioners spread easily through the hair. It is effective even at low levels, which is why it appears frequently in rinse-off products.

Those using products that need light cleansing or stable blends of oils, silicones, or fragrances.

It is commonly used to solubilise fragrance or silicone ingredients in shampoos and treatments. Its mild, nonionic nature means it typically works well alongside other surfactants.

Those interested in understanding preservative systems or identifying potential fragrance allergens.

Benzyl Alcohol is commonly used in professional haircare to support product stability and texture. It can also naturally occur in some essential oils.

All products that need protecting from spoilage.

A very common, well-studied preservative used at low levels.

Those interested in gentle preservation systems or sensitive scalps may find it relevant.

It is often paired with other preservatives to improve their effectiveness while allowing for lower usage levels. It also has light moisturising and conditioning properties.

People who enjoy a scented product.

Fragrance preference is personal. Some people prefer fragrance-free formulas by choice.

A fragrance component that must be listed separately on labels because a minority of people can be sensitive to it. Its presence is normal, required disclosure and is not a quality signal.

Those who enjoy subtly scented haircare products.

It is one of the fragrance components that must be listed separately when present above certain levels. People with known fragrance sensitivities may choose to monitor for it.

A fragrance component that must be listed separately on labels because a minority of people can be sensitive to it. Its presence is normal, required disclosure and is not a quality signal.