Colour Optimising Treatment - Copper 200ml

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.

Those looking for smoother-feeling hair or products that apply and spread easily.

It is a lightweight ester often used to reduce greasiness and enhance the feel of conditioning formulas. It can also support fragrance and oil distribution within a product.

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.

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.

Most hair types, especially dry or dull hair.

A versatile, well-tolerated conditioning ingredient.

People who enjoy a scented product.

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

Those looking for formulas that help smooth the cuticle or gently refine the scalp surface.

Lactic Acid can also provide mild hydrating and smoothing benefits in haircare. Its pH-balancing role helps support product stability and performance.

Those using styling products that benefit from fast evaporation, such as sprays.

It is commonly used at low levels to improve texture and spreadability. It evaporates quickly, leaving minimal residue on the hair.

Those looking for effective yet mild cleansing or improved product spreadability.

It is commonly used in shampoos and styling products to support gentle cleansing and stable formulations. Non-ionic surfactants like this are valued for being versatile in different formula types.

Those looking for products that spread evenly or contain stable blends of oils and water-based ingredients.

It is a versatile non-ionic surfactant often used at low levels to support product texture and stability. It can also assist with foaming and rinse-off performance.

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.

Those interested in the appearance and shade of their haircare products.

It is widely used in personal care and regulated for use in cosmetics. Colourants like this help maintain batch-to-batch visual consistency.

Those interested in the appearance of their haircare products or checking for specific colour additives.

CI 19140 is widely used in cosmetics and personal care for its vibrant and stable colour. Its presence does not affect the performance of the haircare formula.

Those interested in tinted or colour-enhancing products.

These pigments are valued for their stability and are widely used to achieve natural-looking shades. They do not affect the performance of the haircare formula beyond providing colour.

Those who prefer products with visually appealing colours.

It is used at low levels to enhance the look of a formula without affecting hair performance. Colourants like this are common in shampoos, conditioners and styling products.