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TEKNIA True Curls Conditioner 300ml is a smoothing conditioner that hydrates curls while reducing frizz. Its creamy texture coats each strand to restore softness and boost natural curl shape.
The formula nourishes without heaviness, helping curls stay defined and easy to manage. With a gentle, fresh scent, it helps improve slip so curls are simpler to detangle in the shower. It’s ideal for wavy to curly hair that needs daily moisture and smoother, more predictable shape. Use it whenever your curls feel dry, tight, or lack definition.
The water base that carries and dissolves the other ingredients in most products.
May suit
All hair and skin types.
Worth knowing
Almost always the first ingredient listed in water-based products.
C14-22 AlcoholsConditioning agents
Fatty alcohol conditioning agent
A blend of long‑chain fatty alcohols that helps condition and give texture to haircare formulas.
May suit
People looking for smoother, softer-feeling hair or richer, creamier product textures.
Worth knowing
Fatty alcohols are commonly used to enhance slip and improve the feel of conditioners and treatments. They also support the structure of emulsions, helping products stay stable.
Behentrimonium ChlorideConditioning agents
Conditioning agent
A conditioning agent that helps detangle and soften, reducing static and roughness.
May suit
Most hair types, especially tangle-prone or coarse hair.
Worth knowing
A common conditioner ingredient despite the chloride name, which simply describes its chemistry.
BetaineConditioning agents
Conditioning agent
Helps condition and hydrate hair by supporting moisture balance.
May suit
Those looking for softer, smoother-feeling hair or gentle hydration.
Worth knowing
Betaine is a naturally occurring molecule often used to improve hair feel and support moisture retention. It can also help enhance the overall mildness of cleansing formulas.
Cetearyl AlcoholConditioning agents
Fatty alcohol conditioner
A fatty alcohol that helps soften hair and improve the texture of formulations.
May suit
People looking for smoother, more manageable hair or richer, creamier product textures.
Worth knowing
Despite the name, fatty alcohols are moisturising and conditioning rather than drying. They also help stabilise and thicken many haircare formulas.
Glyceryl StearateThickeners and stabilisers
Emulsifier and texture enhancer
Helps blend oil and water and gives haircare formulas a smooth, creamy texture.
May suit
Those who like richer conditioners or masks that feel smooth and spread easily.
Worth knowing
It also offers light conditioning and can help soften the feel of hair. It is widely used in both skincare and haircare for its reliable stabilising properties.
ParfumFragrance ingredients
Fragrance
Gives the product its scent.
May suit
People who enjoy a scented product.
Worth knowing
Fragrance preference is personal. Some people prefer fragrance-free formulas by choice.
Lauryl AlcoholConditioning agents
Fatty alcohol conditioner
A fatty alcohol that helps soften hair and improve product texture.
May suit
Those looking for smoother-feeling hair or richer, creamier product textures.
Worth knowing
Fatty alcohols are different from drying alcohols and are commonly used to add slip, moisture feel and structure to haircare formulas. They support both conditioning performance and product stability.
C12-20 Alkyl GlucosideCleansers / surfactants
Mild surfactant
A gentle, non-ionic surfactant that helps cleanse the hair and scalp.
May suit
Those looking for mild cleansing or products suitable for regular use.
Worth knowing
Alkyl glucosides are often used to boost foam and improve the feel of cleansing formulas. They are known for being gentle compared with many traditional surfactants.
PhenoxyethanolPreservatives
Preservative
Helps keep the product stable and pleasant to use after opening.
May suit
All products that need protecting from spoilage.
Worth knowing
A very common, well-studied preservative used at low levels.
Propylene GlycolHumectants
Humectant
Helps hold moisture and carry other ingredients through the formula.
May suit
Most hair types as part of a moisturising formula.
Worth knowing
A widely used humectant and carrier ingredient.
Myristyl AlcoholConditioning agents
Fatty alcohol conditioner
A fatty alcohol that helps soften hair and add a smoother feel while supporting product texture.
May suit
Those looking for added slip and softness, especially in conditioners or masks.
Worth knowing
Fatty alcohols are different from drying alcohols and are commonly used to create rich, creamy textures. They also help formulators stabilise emulsions.
GlycerinHumectants
Humectant
Attracts and holds water to help hair feel hydrated and soft.
May suit
Dry or dehydrated hair, and many curl and moisture routines.
Worth knowing
A very common, well-tolerated humectant used across countless products.
ChlorphenesinPreservatives
Preservative
Chlorphenesin helps keep haircare products fresh by supporting protection against microbial growth.
May suit
Those looking for products with reliable preservation, especially in creams, lotions or styling formulas.
Worth knowing
It is commonly used in cosmetics at low levels to help maintain product quality over time. It works alongside other preservatives to support formula stability.
Lauric AcidConditioning agents
Emollient fatty acid
Lauric Acid is a saturated fatty acid that helps soften and smooth hair.
May suit
Those looking for conditioning support or richer, more emollient formulas.
Worth knowing
It is naturally found in coconut and palm-derived oils and is commonly used to enhance texture and conditioning performance in haircare products.
Laureth-2Cleansers / surfactants
Mild surfactant
A gentle surfactant that helps cleanse and emulsify oils and residues.
May suit
Those looking for light, gentle cleansing or improved rinse-off in haircare formulas.
Worth knowing
It is often used alongside other surfactants to adjust foam and improve product texture. It also helps blend oil- and water-based ingredients for consistent formulas.
Lauryl Alcohol Diphosphonic AcidChelating agents
Chelating agent
Helps bind and control metal ions in a formula to support product stability and performance.
May suit
Those using haircare in hard-water areas or seeking formulas that resist mineral build-up.
Worth knowing
Chelating agents can help shampoos and treatments work more consistently by reducing the effect of minerals like calcium and magnesium. They are widely used to maintain clarity and stability in water-based formulas.
Pentylene GlycolHumectants
Humectant and solvent
Helps attract and hold moisture while also improving the spreadability of a formula.
May suit
Those seeking lightweight hydration without heaviness.
Worth knowing
It also supports product texture and can enhance the performance of other ingredients in a formula.
NiacinamideAnti-dandruff / scalp care
Scalp-supporting vitamin
Niacinamide is a form of vitamin B3 that helps support a balanced scalp environment and improve hair resilience.
May suit
Those looking to support scalp comfort, strengthen hair, or maintain a healthy-looking scalp barrier.
Worth knowing
It is commonly used in both skincare and haircare for its soothing and barrier-supporting properties. It pairs well with many other ingredients and is generally well tolerated.
PanthenolConditioning agents
Conditioning agent
Helps condition, soften and add a smooth, healthy feel to the hair.
May suit
Most hair types, especially dry or dull hair.
Worth knowing
A versatile, well-tolerated conditioning ingredient.
Adansonia Digitata Seed OilOils and butters
Nourishing plant oil
A lightweight plant oil that helps soften, smooth and condition the hair.
May suit
Those looking to add softness, shine or moisture to dry or textured hair.
Worth knowing
It is rich in fatty acids that support a soft, conditioned feel without leaving a heavy residue. Commonly used in both rinse-off and leave-in formulas.
Butyrospermum Parkii ButterOils and butters
Conditioning butter
A rich butter that softens and conditions, adding slip to dry or coarse hair.
May suit
Dry, coarse, curly or thick hair wanting extra softness.
Worth knowing
Rich and nourishing, so amounts can be adjusted to hair type.
Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed OilOils and butters
Nourishing plant oil
A rich botanical oil that helps condition and smooth the hair.
May suit
Those looking to add softness, shine or scalp comfort to their routine.
Worth knowing
This oil is valued for its emollient properties and is often used in treatments targeting dry or brittle hair. It can also help support a comfortable-feeling scalp.
Moringa Oleifera Seed OilOils and butters
Nourishing plant oil
A lightweight plant oil that helps condition and soften hair.
May suit
Those looking to add smoothness, shine, or softness to dry or textured hair.
Worth knowing
It is rich in fatty acids that help support hair feel and manageability. It is commonly used in both rinse-off and leave-in products for added nourishment.
Sodium BenzoatePreservatives
Preservative
Helps protect water-based products from spoilage so they stay usable.
May suit
All products that need a preservative system.
Worth knowing
Often paired with other preservatives for broad protection.
TocopherolPreservatives
Antioxidant
An antioxidant that helps support product stability and can provide conditioning benefits to hair.
May suit
Those wanting added nourishment or antioxidant support in their haircare routine.
Worth knowing
Tocopherol is commonly included to help protect oils in a formula from oxidising and to offer light conditioning benefits. It is widely used in both skincare and haircare products.
Citric AcidpH adjusters
pH adjuster
Fine-tunes the product pH, which can help the hair surface feel smooth.
May suit
Most hair types as part of a balanced formula.
Worth knowing
Usually present in small amounts to balance the formula.
Potassium SorbatePreservatives
Preservative
Helps keep haircare formulas stable by preventing the growth of microbes.
May suit
Anyone who uses water-based products that benefit from reliable preservation.
Worth knowing
It is commonly used alongside other preservation systems to maintain product freshness and extend shelf life. It is generally well tolerated in rinse-off and leave-in products.
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed OilOils and butters
Emollient oil
A plant-derived oil that helps soften and condition the hair and scalp.
May suit
Those seeking lightweight natural oils for moisture, shine or scalp comfort.
Worth knowing
It is rich in fatty acids that support hair softness without feeling overly heavy. Often used as a carrier oil in both rinse-off and leave-in formulas.